Hotel in BC V6C 0B9, British Columbia, British Columbia
Fairmont Pacific Rim
Vancouver's most prestigious hotel, the Fairmont Pacific Rim sits in the Coal Harbour waterfront district with sweeping views of the mountains and harbour. The hotel features the award-winning Giovane Café, the Willow Stream Spa with an outdoor pool, and the NOTCH8 Restaurant & Bar. Rooms are appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows, marble bathrooms, and exceptional service. Walking distance to the seawall, Stanley Park, and Gastown.
The Fairmont Pacific Rim occupies a commanding position on Vancouver's Coal Harbour waterfront at 1038 Canada Place, in the city's prestigious financial and cruise district in British Columbia. The 48-storey glass tower, opened in 2010, offers sweeping panoramic views of the North Shore mountains, Burrard Inlet, and the city skyline from its upper floors and signature rooftop terrace. Located steps from the Canada Place cruise terminal, the Vancouver Convention Centre West, and the start of the seawall pathway to Stanley Park, the hotel holds one of the most desirable addresses in the province.
The 377 rooms and suites are appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows, marble bathrooms, deep soaking tubs, and plush furnishings that reflect the natural West Coast aesthetic. Many rooms feature private balconies or terraces with direct harbour views. The Willow Stream Spa encompasses an outdoor rooftop pool and hot tub, a eucalyptus steam room, and a comprehensive menu of treatments inspired by Pacific Northwest botanicals and minerals. The fitness centre offers state-of-the-art equipment, yoga classes, and personal training.
Dining at the Fairmont Pacific Rim is a consistent highlight. NOTCH8 Restaurant & Bar serves contemporary Canadian cuisine with an emphasis on local, seasonal ingredients from BC producers and coastal fisheries. The Giovane Café and Wine Bar is a beloved neighbourhood destination for artisan coffee, pastries, charcuterie, and Italian-influenced small plates. The lobby bar is a popular gathering point for Vancouver's business and cultural community.
Service is attentive and personalised throughout. The concierge team coordinates floatplane transfers to Vancouver Island, private yacht charters on Burrard Inlet, helicopter tours over the Coast Mountains, and reservations at the city's most sought-after restaurants. The hotel accommodates corporate travellers with extensive meeting and ballroom facilities, as well as leisure guests and families with connecting rooms, in-room cribs, and rollaway beds. Valet parking is available; the Waterfront SkyTrain and SeaBus terminal is a 5-minute walk, providing direct rapid transit to all major destinations across Metro Vancouver.
Amenities
- Outdoor rooftop pool
- Willow Stream Spa
- 3 restaurants and bars
- Fitness centre
- Valet parking
- Concierge
- Harbour views
Visit / Book / Contact
Location
1038 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9
49.2868, -123.1125 — View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop outdoor pool and Willow Stream Spa with harbour and mountain views above Coal Harbour
- NOTCH8 Restaurant & Bar serving contemporary Canadian cuisine sourced from BC farms and fisheries
- Prime Coal Harbour location steps from the seawall, Canada Place, and Stanley Park access
- Floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic North Shore mountain views in most guest rooms
- Concierge-arranged floatplane transfers, yacht charters, and helicopter tours over the Coast Mountains
Tips
- Book a harbour-view room on a higher floor for the best panoramas of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore mountains
- The Giovane Café serves excellent espresso and pastries; arrive before 9am on weekends to beat the queue
- Waterfront SkyTrain station is a 5-minute walk, providing rapid transit access across Metro Vancouver
- Ask the concierge to arrange a floatplane to Victoria or Tofino for a scenic day excursion from the hotel
- The seawall walk to Stanley Park from Canada Place takes approximately 20 minutes on foot
FAQ
How far is the Fairmont Pacific Rim from Stanley Park?
Stanley Park is approximately a 15 to 20-minute walk along the Coal Harbour seawall from the hotel, making it easily accessible on foot or by bicycle.
Does the hotel have an outdoor pool?
Yes, the Willow Stream Spa features a rooftop outdoor pool and hot tub with panoramic harbour and mountain views, open to hotel guests year-round.
Is the Fairmont Pacific Rim near the Vancouver Convention Centre?
The hotel is adjacent to the Vancouver Convention Centre West building, making it the most convenient accommodation choice for convention attendees and cruise ship passengers departing from Canada Place.
What dining options are available on-site?
The hotel has NOTCH8 Restaurant & Bar for contemporary Canadian dining, the Giovane Café and Wine Bar for artisan coffee and light fare, and the Notch8 Bar for cocktails and social gatherings.
Accessibility
The Fairmont Pacific Rim provides wheelchair-accessible guest rooms with roll-in showers, grab bars, and lowered fixtures throughout. The hotel entrance on Canada Place, lobby, restaurants, spa, and rooftop pool level are all accessible via elevator. Dedicated accessible parking is available through the valet service.