Mill Bay Vacations from $1,662

Hotel Rialto is a hidden gems. It’s a cute boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver. It was my first time staying here and I will surely return. The front desk staff was great and securely kept my bag before my room was ready and after I checked out. I received a complimentary upgrade which was nice. I had originally booked another downtown hotel, but this one was better priced and more centrally located. There is no gym but my understanding is they can give you a pass for a nearby gym. No pool or hot tub, but again I wasn’t expecting this experience from boutique hotel. I also didn’t have a car, I flew in via harbour air and it’s a less than 10 minute walk. Everything else was easy to get to by walking or bus. It’s right on the main bus route. 100% will be staying here again.

The breakfast was great and the room was clean and quiet.

Great location and fantastic staff. The rooms are clean and quirky. Will be back.

The biggest thing going for this hotel is the centralized location. It is an excellent spot from which to explore Victoria and also from which to go find some fun stuff to do. Having the Sticky Wicket pub right next door along with a liquor store also makes it very easy to get a drink. Additionally, there is a hotel parking lot nearby though this is an outdoor lot. Property was a little on the older side but still fully functional and well maintained, I had no issues in my room. The only real issue I had was the lack of fitness facilities, however, with all the walking around I was doing, this wasn't that much of a problem.

While the Fairmont is grandiose, clean, and staff make an exceptional effort to ensure you’re cared for, for $800 a night it leaves a lot to be desired. We booked a “city view” room and our windows were 2/3 fogged to block the view of the alley. It was very loud (big trucks, etc). The room itself was clean, mattresses and pillows were nice, the bathrooms are old and tiny and overall disappointing. Additionally, it took over 4 hours for us to get our luggage after the bell hop had taken it. Staff worked hard to remedy this and we appreciate that. Despite this, for $800 a night I would not stay here again.