Samesun Vancouver

Samesun Vancouver is a social hostel at 1018 Granville Street in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, in the heart of the city's entertainment strip. Granville Street's bars, clubs, theatres and cinemas are on the doorstep, and Robson Street, Yaletown and the Vancouver Art Gallery are a short walk away. Burrard and Granville SkyTrain stations are nearby, so the airport and the waterfront are easy to reach by public transport. The hostel is designed for young and budget travellers who want to meet other guests, with a lively common area and a bar. Room types include dorm beds and private rooms, so solo travellers can choose the cheapest option, while couples and small groups can book a private room. Amenities include wifi, a bar, a shared kitchen and a lounge. The shared kitchen lets guests prepare their own meals to save money, and the bar and lounge host social evenings. Dining nearby covers inexpensive pizza, noodles and pub food, as well as the wider downtown restaurant scene. Typical nightly rates run from about CAD $50 to $140, with dorm beds at the low end and private rooms at the higher end, and rates climb in summer. Service is casual, with staff who can give advice on local activities, tours and nightlife. The hostel suits backpackers, students and working holidaymakers, but light sleepers should note that Granville Street can be noisy late at night, so earplugs are a sensible packing item. There is no pool or spa. The central location and price are the main advantages.