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
This vibrant market is a colourful mix of crafts, delicious fresh food, scrumptious bakery goods and gourmet cheese, a playground for foodies and shoppers alike.
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.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Sitting at the highest point in Vancouver on an extinct volcano is this green sanctuary offering panoramic views of the city.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
False Creek
Take a ferry ride past the high-rises of downtown Vancouver or cycle along the shoreline of this waterway in the heart of the city.
Things to do
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour (Cruise-friendly)
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver Canucks Ice Hockey Game at Rogers Arena
Whistler 1-Day Tour from Vancouver (Chn&Eng)
Top hotels in West Side
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
The room was spacious and up to date. Clean. Conveniently located for YVR and sky train
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Every staff member, both reception and cleaners always acknowledged me and said Hello and wished me a good night or day. Room was spotless. Keurig coffee could use some real cream but only a short walk to Blenz. Lovely view from upper levels.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Granville Island Hotel
A nice quiet hotel, really lovely stay on Granville Island
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
River Rock Casino Resort
Fast and friendly!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Clean
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Paradox Vancouver
Beautiful room, gorgeous bath tub, great location. Ordered in breakfast and it was delicious. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Shaughnessy
While visiting Shaughnessy, you might make a stop by sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden and South Granville Shopping Street.
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
Fairview
While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.
Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
