433 Robson Street, Vancouver, Canada | (618) 248-8274
Located on popular Robson Street, on the edge of trendy Yaletown
Guest suites with attractive decor, kitchenettes, and city or mountain views
On-site bar and restaurant serving regional favorites
Well-equipped 24-hour fitness center
Heated outdoor pool and hot tub
Business center open round the clock
Workout Suites with fitness equipment available
Dogs are allowed free of charge
Daily hotel parking fees are steep
Daily fee for in-room Wi-Fi for non-SPG members
Breakfast isn't included in most room rates
Business center is small and windowless
Decor somewhat generic and chain-like
Popular with business travelers thanks to over 5,000 square feet of meeting space, the upscale Westin Grand works well for vacationers, too, with a prime location on Robson Street, Vancouver's main drag for shopping and dining. The 207 tastefully decorated suites have kitchenettes and attractive views overlooking the mountains or the city. An outdoor saltwater pool, 24-hour gym, and "Workout Suites" equipped with treadmills and stationary bikes make it easy to keep up (or kick off) fitness routines, while Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge serves up local and regional favorites for all meals. Travelers looking for a more fashion-forward property could try the neighboring four-pearl L'Hermitage Hotel.
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Scene
Upscale, modern chain hotel with an imposing lobby
From the street, the Westin's building has a two-tone facade, half stonework, half undulating glass, but one hundred percent corporate high-rise. Inside, the lobby is marked by tricolored marble in white, black, and tan with dark-wood columns and panels, a recessed ceiling, and a minimalist chandelier. A pair of dark-wood front desks in front of a gold-and-gray checkerboard wall adds to the upscale chain atmosphere. But seating is limited to a few barrel chairs and a settee, and the space is a bit too buttoned up to invite true lounging. The Westin Grand is a popular pick for business travelers thanks to its up-to-date meeting facilities and its proximity to Vancouver's Financial District, a five-minute walk away. But topnotch amenities like an outdoor pool and a central location make the Westin a vacation-friendly option, too.
Location
On Robson Street, an eight-minute walk to Yaletown and a five-minute walk to the Financial District
The hotel's Robson Street address makes exploring Vancouver easy, with the city's best shopping just a few blocks away. Visitors can also walk eight minutes to trendy Yaletown, packed with cafes and bars, and top sights are also a stroll away, like the Vancouver Art Gallery (six minutes away) or the Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Center (10 minutes away). Business travelers can reach Vancouver's Financial District in five minutes on foot. Vancouver International Airport is a 22-minute drive away, without traffic.
Rooms
Modern, light-filled suites with beyond-the-norm amenities like soaking tubs and kitchenettes
The all-suite Westin gives guests space to spread out, with rooms that include work desks and kitchenettes stocked with cookware, a convection microwave oven, and a dishwasher; most rooms have separate sitting areas as well. A neutral color scheme of crisp white bedding, blonde-wood furniture, tan curtains, and soft gray wall-to-wall carpeting keeps things tasteful, if a little generic. Large windows provide plenty of light and striking views of the city and the North Shore Mountains. Coffeemakers, irons, minibars, safes, and flat-screen TVs are standard. Bathrooms are outfitted with granite counters, toiletries, and hairdryers; most have deep soaking tubs and separate showers, but some have shower/tub combos. For guests who like to wake up and break a sweat, the Westin offers a "Workout Suite" equipped with a treadmill, stationary bike, dumbbells, fitness DVDs, resistance bands, and stability balls.
Features
A 24/7 fitness center with an outdoor pool, locavore dining, and modern meeting space
For travelers in town for work, the Westin gives ample conference space with 5,000-plus-feet available for meetings. But the 24-hour business center is rather small with just two desks, and it's located in a windowless room. Fitness fanatics can make use of the 24/7 gym, which includes cardio and weight machines, balance balls, free weights, and a heated outdoor saltwater pool and sauna on the third floor, while Hidden Tasting Bar & Social Lounge scores points with foodies thanks to breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus of regional favorites. (Breakfast isn't included in most room rates.) Guests can pack their pooch for no additional charge, with dogs receiving a free Westin Heavenly Dog Bed and food bowl with mat for use during their visit.
