Yaletown

Vancouver

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Yaletown featuring a city, dining out and street scenes
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Yaletown showing a bar, street scenes and a city
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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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Yaletown Hotel Deals

OPUS Hotel Vancouver
OPUS Hotel Vancouver
4 out of 5
322 Davie St, Vancouver, BC
The price is CA $381 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $381
CA $470 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Rook was quite nice with good view. Close to subway so easy to get around town. Breakfast was first class."

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2025

OPUS Hotel Vancouver
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
4 out of 5
3500 Cessna Dr, Richmond, BC
The price is CA $260 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
CA $260
CA $305 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,195 reviews)
"Nice stay prior to a cruise. Most affordable place I could find and it was very nice. Great free airport shuttle too."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
River Rock Casino Resort
River Rock Casino Resort
4 out of 5
8811 River Road, Richmond, BC
The price is CA $231 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $231
CA $294 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Richmond. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9,317 reviews)
"Was a good place to stay for a quick overnight."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

River Rock Casino Resort
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
4 out of 5
1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC
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The price is CA $350 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
CA $350
CA $422 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,866 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and helpful. The location was convenient . It has double bed or king beds only. My kids enjoyed the pool and hot tub area. Great outdoor patio area to chill in that wasn’t the guest room."

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

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YWCA Hotel
YWCA Hotel
2.5 out of 5
733 Beatty Street, Vancouver, BC
The price is CA $179 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
CA $179
CA $217 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vancouver. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,541 reviews)
"Everything was great!"

Reviewed on Jul. 11, 2025

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Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
4.5 out of 5
655 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC
The price is CA $386 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $386
CA $466 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,388 reviews)
"I didn't appreciate not being refunded the day I needed to leave early!"

Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2025

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