Seashore or Mountains? Museums or Sporting Activities? Shopping or Relaxing? If you cannot decide then choose to vacation in Vancouver British Columbia which offers the traveler all of the above and so much more! Begin your visit by dropping off your luggage at your choice of unique and wonderful bed and breakfasts, many of which are nestled in the heart of the city with easy access to everything. And on top of great locations, innkeepers provide not only the best insider information on where to go and what to see, but also a comfortable and calm atmosphere to relax after a busy day exploring this Canadian city.
O Canada Written Here
Stay in an award winning Victorian home, “O Canada” House B&B in Vancouver’s West End where in 1909 private resident Ewing Buchan wrote the well-known version of the Canadian National Anthem “O Canada”. A short walk from this bed and breakfast brings you to Stanley Park, a magnificent 1000 acre public park which features colorful totem poles, an aquarium with white Beluga whales, numerous rose and perennial gardens and miles of walking trails, majestic trees and ocean vistas. The well-appointed suites have comfortable sitting areas as well as private bathrooms and of course a delicious 3-course gourmet breakfast greets you every morning!
Close to the Seawall
Or chose the English Bay Inn beautifully furnished with rare antiques. From this cozy Tudor style Bed and Breakfast you can easily stroll down the seawall path along English Bay Beach or opt to browse through a seemingly endless number of fashionable shops along trendy Robson Street. Sleep on crisp Ralph Lauren linens and wake to a full breakfast served fireside in the Chippendale dining area.
Barclay Heritage Square
Another option is to settle in at the Nelson House which overlooks a quiet garden and Barclay Heritage Square. This Bed and Breakfast is downtown Vancouver’s oldest B&B under the same owner and management. All five spacious guestrooms and one self-contained suite are whimsically dedicated to the allure of world travel. Easily connect to public transportation that will take you to the fascinating Museum of Anthropology located at the University of British Columbia. It is Canada’s largest teaching museum with world-renown collections focusing on the cultures of the indigenous peoples of the world.
Elegant Edwardian
Tucked behind Vancouver City Hall you will find the elegant Edwardian bed and breakfast, The Manor Guest House. With 10 rooms to choose from you can relax amongst English antiques but have the benefits of all the modern amenities, including free Internet access. Just a short walk away is the lively Granville Island - a feast for the foodies, a Mecca for musicians and an astonishing array of artisans. Find custom built kayaks to wild fiddleheads. Woodwork treasures to fresh Coho salmon. And enjoy the entertainment which ranges from theater programs to street buskers.
“O Canada” House B&B
1114 Barclay St
Vancouver, BC V6E 1H1
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English Bay Inn
1968 Comox Street
Vancouver, BC V6G 1R4
www.iloveinns.com/bed_and_breakfasts/british_columbia/englishbayinn.htm
Nelson House B&B
977 Broughton St
Vancouver, BC V6G 2A4
www.iloveinns.com/bed_and_breakfasts/british_columbia/nelsonhouse.htm
The Manor Guest House
345 W 13th Ave
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1W2
www.iloveinns.com/bed_and_breakfasts/british_columbia/manorguesthouse.htm
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