Stanley Park

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Stanley Park
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“Stanley Park is a 405-hectare (1,001-acre) public park in British Columbia, Canada, that makes up the northwestern half of Vancouver's Downtown peninsula, surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay The park borders the neighbourhoods of West End and Coal Harbour to its southeast, and is…”
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Condé Nast TravelerSep 6

Vancouver’s Best Family-Friendly Hotels, From a Local Who Has Tried Them All

From mini robes to pizza-making classes, these Vancouver hotels make family stays fun for everyone.

Practically your backyard at the Westin Bayshore.

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  • Stanley ParkParkPractically your backyard at the Westin Bayshore.
  • Granville Island Public MarketMarketRight outside the Granville Island Hotel.
  • The Westin BayshoreHotelA true child of the 1960s—in a mid-century architectural way—the Bayshore has been a local landmark for decades.
  • Stanley Park SeawallTrailBike rentals available to pedal straight to it.
  • Fairmont WaterfrontHotelRooftop pool overlooks the harbor and North Shore mountains.
  • Canada PlaceSightIt is home to the Vancouver Convention Centre East Building, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, the Vancouver World Trade…
  • Coal HarbourNeighborhoodIt has also now become the name of the neighbourhood adjacent to its southern shoreline.
  • FlyOver CanadaSightExperience absolute awe at Flyover in Vancouver.
  • Granville Island HotelHotelRooms and restaurant overlook boats and floating homes.
  • Kids MarketSightAn easy walk from the Granville Island Hotel.
  • The BurrardHotelCourtyard has ping-pong and a firepit.
  • Robson StreetNeighborhoodShopping is steps away from The Burrard.
  • YaletownNeighborhoodSteps away from The Burrard.
  • JW Marriott Parq VancouverHotelChic waterfront hotel between BC Place and Rogers Arena.
  • BC PlaceSightLocated at the north side of False Creek, it is owned and operated by the BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), a Crown…
  • Rogers ArenaSightOpened in 1995, the arena was known as General Motors Place from its opening until July 6, 2010, when General Motors…
  • False CreekSightStroll the waterfront to get to Science World.
  • Science WorldMuseumStart us off on the ground floor.
  • Pan Pacific VancouverHotelHeated rooftop saltwater pool and hot tub open year-round.
  • Sylvia HotelHotelHeritage boutique hotel built in 1912.
  • English Bay BeachSightDirectly across from the Sylvia Hotel.
  • Pinnacle Hotel at the PierHotelFive-lane heated pool for kids to burn energy.
  • Lower LonsdaleSuburbHeart of the lively Shipyards District.
  • Lonsdale QuayFerry terminalStep outside the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
  • Capilano Suspension BridgeSightClose by the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
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Lonely PlanetAug 12

The best time to visit Vancouver

These seasonal tips on weather, attractions and events will help you decide the best time for your visit to Vancouver.

best for beaches and pools in summer

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Lonely PlanetJul 15

15 of the best places in Canada

Breathtaking mountains, lively cities and natural wonders.

Thick rainforest near downtown.

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  • Stanley ParkParkThick rainforest near downtown.
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