We stayed here the last week of May, 2009. The weather was cool enough that we did not have to worry about the whole "no air conditioning" thing, although a ceiling fan in the bedrom would have been a nice addition just to move the air around a bit. This was our first time visiting Vancouver, and the front desk staff was very helpful in providing tips. The Canadian is located withing walking distance of almost everywhere in the downtown area - and we are not great walkers!
Since there is a full kitchen in the rooms, and we planned on eating breakfast in each day, as well as some other meals, staff gave us directions to an IGA within walking distance. A word to the wise, however, don't overbuy because you have to WALK BACK with everything. We purchased a couple of those cloth bags at the store, and aside from husband's whining, it was okay getting it all back! :-) There are tons of places to eat around there for every type of meal. Beware though if you plan to eat breakfast when all the downtown workers are arriving, because they are all eating breakfast also, and you will have quite the wait!!!
Rooms were very clean, staff very attentive and the views were great. There was traffic noise even as high up as we were, but that is to be expected in any downtown venue. I loved eating breakfast each morning in the dining nook and looking out at city and the mountains.
We drove up from Seattle, and although you don't need a car downtown, we were visiting the areas around Vancouver, too. There is parking located under the building, which was very convenient. Just don't forget your keys that let you enter the elevators or stairs from the parking garage.
There is not a fitness area or pool in the building, but as a guest you have access to those facilities at a Sheraton (?) across the street.
Suggested sites to visit - Stanley Park, Lynn Canyon, the drive from Vancouver to Whistler, Shannon Falls, the whole area around Canada Place, Robson Street, and so much more. We were there for a week, and still didn't get to see all we wanted.
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