West Side
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
Granville Island Public Market
Shop with the locals and tourists at this bustling market located near Vancouver’s city center.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Set around an extinct volcano at Vancouver’s highest point, this spectacular space is a haven of nature in an urban setting.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Jericho Beach
Enjoy a peaceful swim or bask in the sun at one of Vancouver’s most secluded and picturesque beaches, which was once a logging camp.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.
Things to do
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass
Vancouver Art Gallery Skip-the-Line Admission Tickets
Vancouver Art Gallery - General Admission
West Side Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Nice staff, timely shuttle service.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Granville Island Hotel
Staff, parking, restaurant are great! The hotel itself has seen better days. For the kind of premium prices they charge, I’d expect a bit more. Wonderful location though.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Elevator was slow. Waited for 8 minutes for an elevator in the morning
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Vancouver West Cozy Retreat by Host Launch
The owner is very helpful and our stay was comfortable and pleasant.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Windsor Guest House
Great location with skytrain close by. Easy check-in, comfortable room, clean bathroom, nice staff, and very good breakfast.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
The Sunshine House
Very clean and well located, definitely recommended!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around West Side
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
Fairview
If you're spending time in Fairview, check out sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.
Granville Island
Travelers come to Granville Island for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while you're in town.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Vancouver South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Vancouver South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Main Street, and catch the metro at Marine Drive Station or Nanaimo Station to see more of the area.
Yaletown
If you're spending time in Yaletown, you might enjoy attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
