What is Downtown Vancouver like?

Downtown Vancouver is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit The Academy and Columbia River as part of your Downtown Vancouver travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown Vancouver?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dwtn – Portland Area by IHG is the highest ranked property in Downtown Vancouver. This hotel offers 5 restaurants and 2 bars. Other favourite options in the area include Hilton Vancouver Washington and AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Vancouver area?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Vancouver to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Vancouver area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Vancouver, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Downtown Vancouver.

What can I see and do in this Vancouver neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Downtown Vancouver, take a look at The Source Climbing Center, Burnt Bridge Cellars and Valo Cellars. The Academy and Columbia River are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Clark County Historical Museum, George C. Marshall House and Vancouver Farmers Market are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Vancouver. Regal City Center and General Oliver Otis Howard House are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Vancouver.

How can I get around Downtown Vancouver and the greater Vancouver area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Vancouver Station.

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Studio 6 Suites Vancouver, Wa - Waterfront

Downtown Vancouver

Edgar

includes taxes & fees

3 Apr - 4 Apr

AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront

Downtown Vancouver

Lori

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Hotel Indigo Vancouver Dwtn – Portland Area by IHG

Downtown Vancouver

Viktor

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown City Center

Downtown Vancouver

Sean

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

Hilton Vancouver Washington

Downtown Vancouver

Bryce

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Holiday Inn Express Portland East - Troutdale by IHG

24.1 km from Downtown Vancouver

Sandi

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Best Western Cascade Inn & Suites

22.6 km from Downtown Vancouver

Peter

includes taxes & fees

16 Mar - 17 Mar

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Inn Troutdale - Portland East

24.2 km from Downtown Vancouver

Kalee

includes taxes & fees

19 Mar - 20 Mar

Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

Ilani

24.1 km from Downtown Vancouver

James

McMenamins Edgefield

23.5 km from Downtown Vancouver

Andrea

includes taxes & fees

18 Mar - 19 Mar

Best Western Plus Port of Camas - Washougal Convention Center

23.8 km from Downtown Vancouver

Jessie

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Quality Inn & Suites Vancouver - Hazel Dell

Hazel Dell South, 4.1 km from Downtown Vancouver

Tula

includes taxes & fees

23 Mar - 24 Mar

Cedartree Hotel Portland Hillsboro

19.8 km from Downtown Vancouver

Bryan

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Hampton Inn Portland-Airport

9.9 km from Downtown Vancouver

Jackie

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

McMenamins White Eagle

10.7 km from Downtown Vancouver

John

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Camas - Vancouver by IHG

15.7 km from Downtown Vancouver

Hang

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

Best Western Pony Soldier Inn - Airport

12.4 km from Downtown Vancouver

David

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Super 8 by Wyndham Portland Airport

12.4 km from Downtown Vancouver

Amelia

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vancouver

Salmon Creek, 9.1 km from Downtown Vancouver

Jeff

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland International Airport, OR

9.9 km from Downtown Vancouver

Paul

includes taxes & fees

22 Mar - 23 Mar

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Where to stay in Downtown Vancouver

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Downtown Portland

Find it all—food, shopping, events, and nature—right in the heart of the city.

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Northeast Portland

While you're in Northeast Portland, take in top sights like Colwood National Golf Course or The Grotto, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkrose-Sumner Transit Center or NE 82nd Avenue Station.

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Start your Portland bridge walk at OMSI. Great science exhibits and IMAX theater.

Southeast Portland

Travellers choose Southeast Portland for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at SE Powell Boulevard Station or SE Holgate Boulevard Station and check out top sights like Mall 205.

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Pearl District

Stay in a hotel here as a base to enjoy this fascinating neighborhood’s offerings, from morning coffee to late-night arts.

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Sunrise from the upper tram terminal at Oregon Health Science University. Timing is everything in photography. I have waited a year to get the right timing and weather for this shot. For those fortunate enough to ride the tram daily this is a common sight. Mount Hood in the background.

Southwest Portland

Southwest Portland is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Sellwood Bridge and Portland Aerial Tram. See more of Portland by jumping on the metro at Bancroft St Stop or S Lowell & Bond Stop.

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