Downtown Eastside
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Rickshaw Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Rickshaw Theatre during your stay in Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Vancouver Police Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Vancouver Police Museum during your trip to Vancouver. Amble around this vibrant area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
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Whistler 1-Day Trip from Vancouver
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Vancouver Art Gallery Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets
Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
"The Keefer hotel was a unique experience in that there is no on-site front desk; all the communication with staff occurs remotely. That being said, there did appear to be a security guard available 24/7 and housecleaning was present in the mornings. The one-bedroom apartment in which we stayed was ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Block House
"Beware the area is very confronting! Heavy drug use everywhere! You do not feel safe in the area at all! The staff barely speak English . The check-in process is very clunky, especially when having to use Google Translate to communicate. 2 nights not good value at all . The rooms and beds are comfortable, ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
"The room was not entirely clean, towels in the bathroom seemed very questionable. The mattress and pillows gave me neck and body ache the next day. Can sleep the entire night because of the noise from the airplane landing & taking off. It was very loud."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
"Second stay at the Pinnacle it’s very nice and location is great."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
"Very nice ☺️"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
"Good place just to sleep and shower, the hotel is really close to a ton of bars plus some food spots!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Main Street and Rickshaw Theatre, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Main Street.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Vancouver Waterfront and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
