Hotel at the Waldorf

Although the outside of the hotel and the area around it was a complete mess and had some questionable people hanging out outside, our stay was great. The room was clean, staff at the front desk and Howe Sound pub inside were wonderful. We also did karaoke at the tiki bar and that was a great time. We will choose the Waldorf again. My only notes on the room is more pillows please!!!

After reading some of the reviews before my trip, I seriously considered canceling my reservation. I’m very glad that I didn’t. The room was exceptionally clean, the linens were spotless, and unlike many hotels, they didn’t have a strong chemical detergent smell. In fact, as soon as I entered the guest room floor, there was a fresh, clean scent throughout the hallway that immediately made a great impression. The front desk staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely helpful throughout my stay. The reception desk is staffed 24/7, and access to the hotel is controlled for guests, which made me feel safe and comfortable. The hotel’s bar and restaurant were also excellent and became one of the highlights of my stay. I think some reviews unfairly criticize the hotel because of Vancouver’s broader homelessness issue. The hotel is about two blocks away from the area people often mention. Walking east, I found plenty of restaurants and places to explore, while Uber and public transit made it easy to reach downtown. This was my first visit to Vancouver, and surprisingly, this hotel and its surroundings were among the few places near downtown where I truly felt secure. The friendly staff, secure access, and welcoming atmosphere all contributed to that feeling. The Hotel at the Waldorf is a historic, charming, and very clean property that offers great value for the price. If I ever return to Vancouver for work or a conference, I would happily stay here again.

It was great for the price. The staff super friendly and helpful. The area is not walkable because there are a lot of homeless people close by. But it is a quick Lyft ride from every where. ❤️