West Side
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
Granville Island Public Market
This vibrant market is a colourful mix of crafts, delicious fresh food, scrumptious bakery goods and gourmet cheese, a playground for foodies and shoppers alike.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Sitting at the highest point in Vancouver on an extinct volcano is this green sanctuary offering panoramic views of the city.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Jericho Beach
Enjoy a peaceful swim or bask in the sun at one of Vancouver’s most secluded and picturesque beaches, which was once a logging camp.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.
Things to do
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass
Best of Vancouver City Half Day Tour
Top hotels in West Side
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
From the minute we arrived we found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. Our room was perfect and the bed super comfy. We caught the shuttle bus in the morning to the airport which made getting to our flight so easy. Great place to stay if you are going to the airport.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Granville Island Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable, quiet too. Wonderful staff from the front desk, housekeeping and the restaurant. Our meals in the restaurant were excellent. Looking forward to returning to Granville Island Hotel.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
I love this place - it's like an old friend. We've stayed here quite a number of times and it's always great. I like the restaurant too - comfortable, waitstaff are great, TV;s are placed nicely! It's odd sometimes when you stay at a hotel that you leave it for meals but here you never need to! Location ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Vancouver West Cozy Retreat by Host Launch
The owner is very helpful and our stay was comfortable and pleasant.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Windsor Guest House
Great location with skytrain close by. Easy check-in, comfortable room, clean bathroom, nice staff, and very good breakfast.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
The Sunshine House
Very clean and well located, definitely recommended!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
Fairview
If you're spending time in Fairview, check out sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market and hop on the metro to see more the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.
Granville Island
Travelers come to Granville Island for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while you're in town.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Vancouver South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Vancouver South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Main Street, and catch the metro at Marine Drive Station or Nanaimo Station to see more of the area.
Yaletown
If you're spending time in Yaletown, you might enjoy attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
