The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is a classic landmark hotel conveniently located in the heart of the city, near Robson Street, the Financial District and steps away from shopping, galleries and restaurants.

Our 556 guest rooms are designed to cater to a variety of travelers, from families to business groups. We have 38 luxurious suites which allow you to host receptions of various sizes, and all rooms have voice-mail and computer hook-ups. Other guest room amenities include alarm clock/radio, bathrobes, coffee/tea maker, cable television with in-room Pay-Movies/Games and Video Check-Out, deep soaker bathtubs, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, mini-bar, windows that open, large working desk, Halogen desk lamp and stationary supplies.

Enjoy a world of culinary delights at the beautiful 900 West Restaurant and Wine Bar, 'rising star chef ' New Zealander Shannon Walsh-Wrightson and his brigade expertly prepare regional classics, featuring the freshest local ingredients. Griffins Restaurant, one of the city's most popular bistros, is renowned for its lavish buffet offerings for breakfast, lunch and dinner with dramatically arched windows overlooking the Vancouver Art Gallery. 900 West Lounge, Vancouver's most enticing address - the place to be for sipping award-winning martinis and savouring the sultry sounds of live jazz by premier local musicians. In-room dining is available as well.

The Health Club features an indoor 50 ft. lap pool, whirlpool, children's wading pool, tanning beds, saunas, changing rooms and a complete fitness center. The Spa at Hotel Vancouver, a new facility, offers a variety of treatments, scrubs, wraps and massages.

• Number of Rooms: 556
• Children's Programs: No
• Private Club/Floor: Yes
• Seasonal Closures: Renovations Fairmont Gold Lounge - date tba

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