Yaletown

Vancouver
Yaletown featuring a city, dining out and street scenes
This trendy residential neighborhood and nightlife destination on the False Creek waterfront was once a neglected warehouse district.

Yaletown—bordered by False Creek to the south, Homer Street to the west and Pacific Boulevard to the east— was largely abandoned for years before the ‘80s. Once a gritty industrial district home to warehouses and rail yards, the area is now a hub of activity with restaurants, cafes, bars and desirable loft-style apartments.  

Yaletown was first settled by the Canadian Pacific Railroad workers in the late 19th century, when the area was the hub of the bustling rail yards. Many of these workers had come to Vancouver from a town called Yale, about 110 miles (180km) away and brought their hometown name to their new neighborhood. When the railroads died out in the ‘40s, Yaletown became a rough, poor part of town. It was revitalized for the 1986 World’s Fair (Expo ‘86). 

This area is now one of the most popular spots in the city. There are plenty of patio cafes and rooftop bars to people watch and be seen. Not only is it a much desired waterfront residential area with plenty of green open spaces, but it’s also a haven of sidewalk cafes, local designer boutiques, galleries, bars and high-end restaurants. Though little original housing from the 19th century remains, many businesses and retail outlets have taken up residency and renovated the old brick buildings. 

The Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Center is a great little diversion for train buffs, loaded with railroad history. It was once a Canadian Pacific Railroad repair shed, and now houses the preserved steam engine (Engine No. 374) which brought the first passenger train into Vancouver in 1887.

As the sun sets, sip a beer at the award winning Yaletown Brewing Company or enjoy a cocktail at one of the many bars. 

This trendy upscale neighborhood is an easy walk from downtown Vancouver, or a quick ferry ride from Granville Island.


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Top Hotels in Yaletown

Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
4 out of 5
773 Beatty St, Vancouver, BC, V6B2M4
The price is CA $140 per night from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23
CA $140
per night
Mar. 22 - Mar. 23
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,770 reviews)
"Enjoyed the convenient location, room was clean! Missed a nice chair to sit in! No handle one step in shower! We would return for sure!"

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2023

Georgian Court Hotel BW Premier Collection
River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort
4 out of 5
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 3P8
The price is CA $191 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $191
per night
Apr. 6 - Apr. 7
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the family amenities in ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,338 reviews)
"Close to Airport"

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2023

River Rock Casino Resort
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC, V6E3T3
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $206 per night from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27
CA $206
per night
Mar. 26 - Mar. 27
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,367 reviews)
"Had an excellent time"

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2023

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pan Pacific Vancouver
Pan Pacific Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC, V6C3B5
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $297 per night from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27
CA $297
per night
Mar. 26 - Mar. 27
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,057 reviews)
"No microwave, need to warm up some food for kids"

Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2023

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Moda Hotel
Moda Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC, V6B3L9
The price is CA $165 per night from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23
CA $165
per night
Mar. 22 - Mar. 23
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,169 reviews)
"Walking distance to a lot of restaurants and stores. It wasn't too far from the event that I was attending"

Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2023

Moda Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown
Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown
2.5 out of 5
921 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1M2
The price is CA $169 per night from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6
CA $169
per night
Apr. 5 - Apr. 6
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Bare bones room but perfect for what we wanted - a place to stay while exploring Vancouver. Location can’t be beat! Breakfast was quite good for continental."

Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2023

Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown
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