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Sylvia Hotel vs Shangri-La Vancouver

Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver scores significantly higher than Sylvia Hotel. Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver has a TripExpert Score of 94 with endorsements from 16 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and The Telegraph.

Sylvia Hotel
Sylvia Hotel
8 / 10
1154 Gilford St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2P6, Canada
From $90 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Charming and blowsy, the Sylvia is the Blanche DuBois of hotels."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Attractive old hotel overlooking English Bay, adjacent to Stanley Park. Surprising grandeur for the price, hence very popular, especially during the summer."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This Virginia-creeper-covered 1912 heritage building is popular because of its affordable rates and its near-perfect location." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"An ivy-wrapped landmark located in a heritage building, this popular place has an excellent reputation, making reservations essential."
Time Out Time Out
"Eight floors high, the Sylvia was once the tallest building in western Canada and is now listed and a city landmark, with Virginia vines growing up the light brick exterior." Full review
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Shangri-La Vancouver
Shangri-La Vancouver
9 / 10
1128 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 0A8, Canada
From $184 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"For all-around luxury and excellent, unobtrusive service, the new Shangri-La, opened in 2009, can't be beat; its only rival is the Four Seasons." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The Asian-style hospitality is evident in the doting, singular focus on guests."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver is in the heart of Vancouver, walking distance from Christ Church Cathedral and Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art. This 5-star hotel is close to..." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Shangri-La offers uber-luxe digs in Downtown Vancouver." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"It is blessed with a beautifully realized breadth of facilities, and works well for both business and leisure travelers." Full review
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