West Side Travel Guide
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
Vancouver General Hospital
If Vancouver General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Vancouver.
Granville Island Public Market
Shop with the locals and tourists at this bustling market located near Vancouver’s city center.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Set around an extinct volcano at Vancouver’s highest point, this spectacular space is a haven of nature in an urban setting.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.
Things to do
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Whistler 1-Day Tour from Vancouver (Chn&Eng)
Top hotels in West Side
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
Airport shuttle very handy. Nice to have the restaurant right there.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Granville Island Hotel
Staff were excellent and very helpful and friendly. The room had a beautiful view and was very comfortable. It is dated and could use a renovation but the location was excellent and offered many options for food, shopping, and enjoying the beauty of Vancouver.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
Hotel was very clean, staff were excellent and went above and beyond.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Vancouver West Cozy Retreat by Host Launch
Room was neat and clean. Will book again the next time.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Windsor Guest House
Close to shops on Cambie
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Sunshine House
It would be great to have shared public areas for consumers to use. Since the owners are staying home daily, it’s not very comfortable to use the living room and kitchen. The towels are also quite smelly. It would be wonderful if the heater or air conditioning were working so that there’s fresh air ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
Fairview
While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.
Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Vancouver South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Vancouver South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Main Street, and catch the metro at Marine Drive Station or Nanaimo Station to see more of the area.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
