Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, at 900 West Georgia Street, is the copper-roofed heritage landmark of downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. The present building opened in 1939 and faces Christ Church Cathedral, with the Vancouver Art Gallery and Robson Square a block away. Burrard SkyTrain station is a few minutes on foot, and the Waterfront, Gastown and Robson Street shopping areas are all within walking distance. Its chateau-style architecture, stone detailing and green copper roof make it one of the most recognisable structures on the city skyline, and the lobby and public rooms keep a traditional grand-hotel atmosphere. Rooms are offered as deluxe rooms, Fairmont Gold rooms with private lounge access, and suites, and many have been renovated while keeping the building's period proportions. Dining includes an on-site restaurant and bar, with room service available. Wellness facilities include a spa, a fitness centre and an indoor pool, which is a rare feature among downtown heritage properties. The service style is formal and concierge-led, serving business travellers, conference groups, wedding parties and leisure guests, and the hotel has long hosted visiting dignitaries. Valet parking is available. Typical rates run from about CAD $380 to $600 per night, rising in summer and during major events. The central position makes the property an easy base for exploring the city on foot: Granville Street, the Vancouver Public Library, the Pacific Centre mall and the Burrard Inlet waterfront are all close. Visitors interested in architecture often come simply to see the lobby and exterior, which are among the best-preserved examples of interwar railway-era hotel design in Canada.