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Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Experience the essence of Vancouver in this spacious apartment, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering 25th-floor views. With trendy Yaletown and funky West End at your doorstep, unwind in the living room on a comfortable Queen Size American Leather Sofa-Bed or enjoy meals at a round table with 4 chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 850
AED 1,703 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel

NO SMOKING AND NO PARTIES ALLOWED! Please DO NOT CONSIDER THIS PROPERTY IF YOU INTEND TO PARTY. If the neighbours are disturbed, you will have to vacate the property!

This spacious, air-conditioned apartment with floor-to-ceiling windows and 25th floor views of Vancouver is your best alternative to a 5 star hotel accommodation.

There is one King-Size Bed in the first bedroom, and one Queen-Size Bed in the second bedroom. The wall of the third bedroom has been removed as it is around the corner of the living room. There is Double (Full) Size Wall-Bed in there. When the wall-bed is not used it is lifted up to the wall to look like a cabinet. A round table with 4 chairs is placed in that area instead of the bed to create an extension of a living room. In addition, there is a very comfortable Queen Size American Leather Sofa-Bed in the living room. Browse the attached photographs to see the configuration.

With unbeatable location between trendy Yaletown -- a converted warehouse district with an energetic bar and gourmet restaurant scene, and funky West End -- a mixture of international casual dining restaurants and eclectic boutiques, with a walking distance to most tourist attraction of the city, this is possibly your best choice of Vancouver short term accommodation.

Read the reviews of past tenants to see what they thought of the apartment, its location, and the service that they received.

Please contact Jan for detailed information about availability, pricing and your special needs.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,160 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 25-156571, H349100965

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Vancouver, a neighborhood in Vancouver, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Granville Street and Robson Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at BC Place Stadium or Rogers Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • BC Place Stadium - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vancouver Waterfront - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Vancouver Convention Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Canada Place - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Vancouver City Center Station - 10 min walk
  • Vancouver Waterfront Station - 18 min walk
  • Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Breka Bakery & Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Templeton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pallet Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mangos Kitchen Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fat Mao Noodles Downtown - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Vancouver, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of St. Paul's Hospital and Granville Street. Vancouver Waterfront and Robson Street are also within 15 minutes. Vancouver City Center Station is 10 minutes by foot and Yaletown-Roundhouse Station is 10 minutes.

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Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edward P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place to stay

Unbelievable views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In Van for AC/DC

Unique shape to condo lends to an exceptional view of the bay and downtown. Furnishings are comfortable and supply of dishes, cutlery, cookware was in good supply. Beds are spacious and welcoming to a restful sleep - they are recessed close to the floor. The condo itself is quiet and residents we met from neighbouring units helpful and friendly, Location is perfect point to explore waterfront, BC place, high end shopping and a quick Uber to Stanley Park and Granville Island. Highly recommend Jan and his condo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view and located close to everything

Really enjoyed Vancouver and this property. Views are outstanding and communication with host was top notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good location for everything

we would come back anytime
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break trip

Great location in the middle of the city, and it has parking! We walked a lot, but nice to have our car available for day trips out. Had a really nice time!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

Wonderful accommodations!

Very clean, well appointed unit conveniently located - perfect for our stay in Vancouver. Owner communicated well - we enjoyed interacting with him. We would definitely stay at this property again and will recommend to friends/family.

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely condo with a gorgeous view

We stayed here for a few days after finishing our Alaska cruise. Absolutely a lovely place and the view from the 25th floor over Vancouver and all the way to the harbor was stunning! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All about location

Property is centrally located to everything and very easy to walk or short ride to almost all of the things. Our only negative was the beds, pillows and linens are not comfortable at all and very used but that may be personal preference. If in Vancouver I would possibly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W., Surrey, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

Great location to walk and visit downtown Vancouver attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking views

This space blew me away. The views of the city, mountains and ocean were spectacular and the location was perfect. It was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kelly

We had a wonderful time with plenty of space for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Eduardo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Location

Overall, the visit was wonderful. The location is ideal for walking the city, which what our desire was. The property was difficult to keep cool at times, so we found ourselves sleeping with the doors and windows open in the evenings.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry W., KINGSCLIFF

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown apartment

Excellent location, plenty of space, great facilities, super views. Couldn't have asked for more. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment.

Fantastic apartment that slept 5 comfortably. We liked the location , but neighbours are very sensitive to any little noise. Very clean, and all facilities. We would stay again

10/10 Excellent

Sheila I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Island in the sky

Perfect venue for a Vancouver trip. Privacy for me and my two adult grandsons + a friend. We cooked several meals and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

The condo was amazing and had so much space! We were able to visit and hang out in the evenings without feeling like we were on top of each other. The windows and view were breathtaking. The doornan was so friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alysia T., Melbourne

Apartment contained everything we needed and was in a great central position.

After travelling over 24 hours from Melbourne, it was a delight to be greeted with a "home away from home" - with all the little extras we needed already in the cupboards/fridge (from spices to ketchup to coffee). Thanks Jan for your great communication and lovely apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment

We loved this apartment. It was perfect for a group of colleagues attending a conference at the convention center. It was nice to have a short walk (about 15 minutes) each day. The communication with the owner was very clear. The apartment itself was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Kari E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Location great but noisy for us

This location is walking distance to just about everything. With that being said and never visiting Vancouver before, we are not used to all the traffic and siren noise. The unit above or next to the master bedroom was doing some form of remodel so during the day there was some tapping and grinding sounds. The view is good, beds were comfortable, plenty of room for our family of 4 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic view

Up: Fantastic city and ocean view. We enjoyed the view every morning at breakfast and the sunset every night. Very walkable neighborhood, no need to drive if you need to explore downtime. Very comfortable beds, yes, they are firm thus we slept very well! Small apartment but had all amenities for a comfortable stay for a family of 4. Down: The AC didn’t cool down the apartment very much, luckily there were 2 fans, and opening the balcony door helped.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Denis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

So so

The apartment is very clean and its a great neighborhood. The signage in apartment is not exactly welcoming, more business-like and firm warnings about the AC, towels and linens, etc... The master BR mattress is hard as a rock. Overall was a good place to stay though, as long as you are aware of the above.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Jim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Great view/location - lousy AC

Enjoyed the views and location very much. The AC did a poor job (initially) of keeping the place habitable. After getting a hold of owner and being allowed to set AC cooler all was fine. Breath taking views! Beds are futons and very low to the floor which can be interesting. Bed sheets were not the highest quality. Location makes central city an easy walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jacob Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great location with amazing views

The condo was in a great location and had great views of the city and water. It served our purpose as a home base to explore Vancouver, but could have offered a bit more. When winding down in the evenings, we could only watch 1 kid channel; due to the cable tv remote not working. There was only 1 tv in the condo (bedrooms didn’t have a tv). The condo lighting could be improved as it primarily lighted by lamps or insufficient fixtures (not an issue during the day with the floor to ceiling windows allowing daylight). Check-in and checkout process is horrible!!! You have to pickup/dropoff the condo key from a convenient store, 2 blocks from the condo (there's no parking at the store and without the key you can't park at the condo). You have to use an app to access the key cafe box within the store. There's no one to assist you, but the owner provides very detailed instructions in an email. The key pickup/dropoff is by far the worst checkin/checkout experience I've ever seen. The number of beds, location and views really help with overlooking the negatives, but those could easily be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Very nice but not quite five stars

On the plus side, the location is excellent. Spectacular views. Everything is walkable. We rented a car but we barely used it. On the down-side, the unit is right across the street from a hospital so there are a lot of ambulance sirens. The check-in process is rather involved, and when we arrived the closets were completely full of the owner's belongings so we had no place to hang clothes. However, the owner was very responsive and everything was eventually taken care of. The listing contains one major inaccuracy: it says that there is a pool, and there is, but we were not actually allowed to use it. It was for hotel guests only.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the Wall Centre

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025