imogene

Any good places for breakfast near Fairmont Waterfront and Pan Pacific ?? Not looking for expensive (or we could eat the buffet in the hotels), but something on a smaller scale like a bakery, cafe or even a Starbucks. gg

I would go to Cafe Artigiano on Hornby between Robson and Georgia (a few minutes walk for one of the best Lattes in the city)

They also have a location on Pender that might be a bit closer (1101 West Pender Street)

Shoppie : Question for you on the city layout. How difficult would it be to walk with luggage from Canada Place to the Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel? I am not concerned about the distance which appears to be much less than a mile, as I am the possible hills etc or construction/ traffic etc.

We are getting off the ship on a Friday morning and wanted to avoid long taxi lines if possible....

 

thanks !

It is about 10 city blocks slightly up hill, but mostly flat. I am not in super shape and 33 but could do it provided I have a suitcase on wheels. Burrard St is busy, but the sidewalks are fairly wide and wheelchair accessible and there are walk signals at every intersection. Personally I would be tempted to walk away from the terminal and try getting a cab at the Fairmont Waterfront or arranging a car service.

I would do again as a group of cruisers I associate with has done twice in the past.

 

"Steamworks" they can handle groups with no problem and the food and beer is great. Make reservations.

In a pinch when we have a group of 10 or more we always end-up at the Milestones in Yale town - it has a great menu -lots of selection and good price range and they are great about accommodating a group as long as you call in advance. It is also family friendly - lots of our friends have small kids.

weathermom, leftcoastBC, and imogene,

 

I know this question has been asked to death but I would love your opinions.... Hubby and I will be on th 6/29 Summit and staying for 2 nites in Vancouver at the end of our cruise. We are currently booked at the Sutton Place but it has been getting not so great reviews lately on line so I am a bit worried. Our other 2 choices are the Westin Grand or the Fairmont on Georgia St. Luxury and location are my big things, we decided to end our trip on a bang and stay at a high end propertywhere cost would not be an issue. Any input would be greatly appreciated, I'm more confused by the moment about which to choose.

 

Thank you so much for your time. Native New Yorker

I can't imagine the Sutton Place getting a bad review - it is one of the nicest properties in the City, it is also where a lot of the Celebs stay when they are filming in Hollywood North. The Fairmont Vancouver is nice and central, but it is not as nice as the Banff Spings or the Chateau Lake Louise. In a pinch I would stay at the Four Seasons -but it has been getting some mixed reviews lately . . .

The Heavenly Beds at the Westin and Sheraton are really really really comfortable - I am a horrible sleeper, and beds are important to me. But the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is more old world traditional, but I have found the rooms pretty small for the price. The Westin is a bit too far from Robson and Yaletown, and Gas town for me.

If you are looking for sleek modern and luxurious the Opus Hotel in Yaletown is a New York style Boutique hotel and it is supposed to be fabulous. . . I would also consider Le Soleil and The Wedgwood - they are supposed to be wonderful . . .

Sorry I don't think I have been super helpful

Well you can lock up your baggage at the train station no problem.

 

Geting there other than a taaxi. I've been thinking and looking. If the other dock (Canada Place) is ship busy most of the taxi's like to go there so you could likely walk to the station quicker. (No don;t but you could) Check you date in port against the other dock.

 

Maybe try Limo-jet and set up a time in advance ? Look at the "YVR" (transportation area) website for their rates and contact.

 

Maybe a taxi company out in Burnaby (next city over) that doesn't have pick up rights in Vancouver ?? I'm kind of stumped actually. Waiting for a cab could be really frustrating.

We drove by Ballantyne on Saturday around 11:30 am and it was not too bad - Canada Place was still a mess though. Since there is only 1 ship disembarking/ arriving at Ballantyne you should be okay with a taxi. You may want to check with your CL to see if they have a shuttle available that will drop you off at the train station.

There are luggage lockers at the Pacific Central Train Station ($2 Cnd per day) - you have to go through customs before boarding the train - so there is no way you be able to check your luggage in advance.

Here is a link to a list of Taxi companies that should service Ballantyne. I would keep the numbers with you just incase. http://www.bcpassport.com/vancouver-public-transportation/vancouver-taxi-cabs.aspx

Ballantyne really is in a strange place - it is right in the middle of the industrial area of the Port of Vancouver, and I would not recommend walking away from the terminal - it is not the best neighbourhood - although there is a very nice new Starbucks with a great view of the pier close by.

The train station is walking distance to Chinatown, but if you want to see the city you should cross the street and catch a Sky Train to Pacific Center (for shopping and access to Robson) or to Waterfront to get to the Sea Bus and the Lonsdale Quay or for access to Gas Town.

You could also take a False Creek Ferry or the AquaBus from Science World to Granville Island or any of the other stops.

Vancouver is a great city I hope you have fun while your here.