Reading the other reviews for Maple Beach (House) B&B on Trip Advisor was helpful because it helped me manage my expectations for the place. Just to update on some of the other reviews. The owners of the B&B live there. The hostess (wife), Patty, is lovely. She’s been very upfront and helpful. The first night I got there, I couldn’t get the window to close—not familiar with the mechanics of it. I called for her and she came up right away and closed the window for me. My room was very clean, small and fine for one or two people. I had a full bathroom next to me, and a door that separates my room and bathroom from the rest of the house. Each room has a mini fridge and TV. This has been super handy, especially the fridge. I didn’t turn the TV on. The TV is a small 13 inch with a remote. My room also had a heater/cooler machine in it to help regulate room temperature if I needed it. It’s been a super soggy and cold summer in the PNW. Since my window had been opened most of the day and I also am generally cold, I turned the heater on the first night to warm up the room and it was perfect. There is no wifi there. There is however a computer for the guests to use.

One morning there was an arts festival a few blocks up and Patty told me before leaving which streets were closed and open in the area to avoid driving frustration. I thought this was very thoughtful and it helped get to where I needed without extra time in traffic.

My breakfast on the first morning was a glass of OJ, two thick and beautiful slices of apple French toast, and tea. I couldn’t finish my plate. Every morning breakfast was tasty, filling, and just off the stove/oven.

They gave me a place to park. The B&B is in a residential area across the street from a school and it looks like you need a permit to park on the surrounding streets during the day. It looks like there are three parking places for this B&B but I’m not positive.

The location truly couldn’t be better. There’s a ton of great places to eat and shop, all within walking distance. I had some fabulous food on 4th--Trattoria, Italian Kitchen; MaeNam (Thai); and Korean BBQ. Capers/Whole Foods is also on 4th a few blocks up and it was a great place to pick up snacks to stash in the fridge in my room.

If you are looking for 4 or 5 star accommodations, then put your money where your mouth is and pay the money to stay there. My stay was $100/nite during high season. I felt like it was a very competitive price for what Maple House offers.

I was on a business trip and I choose this BnB for its location and lower off-season rate (compared to others in the Area).

It is an old house in the perfect location - the furniture is basic and a bit dated, but the room was clean and the bed very comfy (4 pillows!).
Breakfast changed every morning. It was a set warm dish (pan cakes, french toast, omelet...) - It was plenty and I am sure if you would ask for more, they would just bring another plate.

The hosts are friendly and helpful, but they leave you alone when you don't speak to them (not over powering). You don't feel "watched".

The day I left, I had a late evening flight and instead of just storing my suitcases, Kim let me have the room all day (they didn't need the room) but some Hotels would charge extra for that.

I would stay here again, and I would also put my parents in this BnB.

If you are tall, please ask for the rooms on the second floor, the ones on top are cute, but the ceiling is low in the bathroom....

We chose the house for its proximity to UBC and we prefer B&Bs. The bed was comfortable, the room & bathroom were tidy but needed a good cleaning & some repairs. I was able to have breakfast one morning and wasn't sure what to do-OJ on the table and french toast was served. I waited for awhile wondering if there was anything else. We have been to many B&Bs in BC and elsewhere and were surprised by the lack of connection with the hosts. I don't agree that the price should dictate lower service or quality-other places charge less and provide much more in terms of friendly service & quality.

Stayed here for a week during a conference. Everyone else paying big at the hotels downtown, but a 5 minute bus ride puts you in gorgeous Kits in one of the famous painted wooden houses, right near the beach, running track, sea pool, Granville island markets, restaurants and shops. The B&B is small and friendly, my room was clean and quiet with a small tv and fridge and its own bathroom. Breakfast basic pancakes, frittata, fruit, good to have coffee and OJ inhouse. It's not 5 star but for $80 in this very upmarket central area, this is a bargain. I would stay there again.