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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

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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 transport

  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

ABSOLUTELY NO PARTYING. Neighbours call police when disturbed. Possible eviction.
NO SMOKING ANYWHERE IN THE BUILDING

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 H349100965, 26-160284

We should mention

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

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About the area

Located in Downtown Vancouver, a neighbourhood 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. Visit our Vancouver travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Granville Street
    Granville Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Outside the Vancouver Art Gallery!
    Vancouver Art Gallery
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vancouver, BC, Canada, aerial panoramic city view of famous False Creek in Vancouver downtown with Cambie Bridge and BC Place Stadium in front and Vancouver Skyline in the background
    BC Place Stadium
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Vancouver_CanadaPlaceCruiseShipTerminal_6156054_04
    Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pacific Centre Shopping Mall
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Vancouver City Center Station
    10 min walk
  • Vancouver Waterfront Station
    18 min walk
  • Vancouver, BC (CXH-Vancouver Harbour Seaplane Base)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Breka Bakery & Cafe
    2 min walk
  • The Templeton
    3 min walk
  • Mangos Kitchen Bar
    3 min walk
  • Elysian Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks Reserve
    1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your Alternative to a 5 Star Hotel?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout 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. Canada Place and BC Place Stadium are also within 1 mile (2 km). 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

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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

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

Janet and Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Valentines and Hockey

Came up to watch grandkids hockey, and to tour and dine out. Great location and views. Quiet. Great for four people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

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

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

Sandra P.

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

Perfect location in downtown Vancouver

Wow! This condo is in the perfect location for exploring downtown. Tons of great restaurants, shops and grocery store within a short walk. The inside of the condo is beautiful and has amazing views. The floor to ceiling windows are a bit overwhelming at first but make for such an impressive view of the city. Especially at night. Well stocked and comfy. The host communicated with me so well and the instructions for checkin/checkout were very detailed, making the process super easy. Would stay here again when visiting Vancouver.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

The little things lacking!

The condo was in the perfect location. We loved the layout and the fabulous view. BUT, the kitchen sink had no plug that worked ( we bought one at the Dollar Store), there was a chipped glass in the cupboard, only one facecloth was laid out for 5 people (sign in the closet said we would be charged 25.00 if we touched any of the towels)REALLY?? There were no bedside lamps and no oven mitts in the kitchen. The blinds needed to be repaired and some of the kitchen lighting didn’t work. So, these were all small things but we shouldn’t have had to deal with any of that considering the price we paid for one week in the condo. Attention to detail is important!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Location was excellent and the condo was very clean and tidy. Lots of amenities in the area. Could get hot during the day with the sun shining in the windows on nice days, but cooled off at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jon T.

Apartment is in a great location with fabulous views of the Vancouver skyline.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this apartment!Views were spectacular, kitchen was well equipped, both Jan (host) and Anna (cleaner) were very responsive.Vancouver itself is a delight - great restaurants, interesting architecture and different neighborhoods. Very walk-able too. One day 8 miles but didn't feel tired at all!Next time Granville Island market on the first day to get the best possible EVERYTHING for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment was great! Perfectly located for us to walk everywhere we wanted to go. It was very clean and stocked well. The host did a wonderful job keeping us informed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location to Robson and easy to use public transport and perfect size apartment for the 3 of us. Loved the views especially at night. Our only issue was the lack of available wardrobe space, we were there for 8 nights but every cupboard was full of towels, etc.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location !!!

Girls trip 55 plus age Close to everything Listing mentions a pool but it’s a 25 charge per day per person to use the facility Key process is a little inconvenient but easy once you know what you are doing Main toilet is a slow / low flusher Great stay Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serina Y.

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

Vancouver stay

We stay via VRBO vs hotel for our family of five for one night before we start our Princess Cruise. The location was beautiful and convenient. The place was clean and locating the key was not too difficult. Nearby there were many options to walk around. It worked well for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish, clean and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable. Great location and views. Walk or ride share easily. We didn't cook but the kitchen seemed to be well equipped. The unit is primarily south/southwest exposure so plenty of light.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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
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

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

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

Excellent Location

Excellent stay at this property. Close to supermarket, bars, restaurants (Yaletown), attractions, and includes a parking spot. Excellent views from this 25th floor apartment with two full bathrooms, sleeping accommodations for 6-8.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

8/10 Good

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Check in is a bit awkward as the key is located 1 ½ blocks from the flat in a lockbox. Check in is actually quite easy but it check out hard as the store is open 5 am to 3 am but we needed to leave before 5. Our host helped us work this out. It was missing two of the listed amenities: gym and pool. They were available nearby for purchase. It bothered us. It was a well-located and bright apartment that fit our needs. Great views. Thank you
Nighttime view from flat
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025