The Canadian palace that has transformed its roof into an urban beehive and vegetable garden facing the seaplanes of the port.
Fairmont Waterfront
From
917.951 €
“Third-floor terrace with 500 000 bees and aromatic herb garden that supply the restaurant, direct view over the Coal Harbour seaplanes.”
The Fairmont Waterfront occupies the waterfront of Coal Harbour, a stone's throw from the Canada Place cruise terminal. We sleep in 489 rooms spread over 23 floors, sober contemporary decor (light wood, neutral tones, generous bay windows overlooking the port). The heated outdoor pool remains open all year round, rare at this latitude. The Arc restaurant uses honey and herbs from the rooftop terrace, a nice concept but the menu remains safe. From 918 € a night, high rate for Vancouver but the location makes up for it. Efficient service, mixed clientele (conferences, families, couples), classic Fairmont atmosphere without surprises ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend the Waterfront to business travellers who chain conferences at the Convention Centre (five minutes on foot) and to families before or after an Alaska cruise. It is a hotel for those who want to sleep in the heart of Vancouver without sacrificing the view or the services of a large group. Couples will appreciate the Harbour View rooms, yet the atmosphere remains functional, not romantic.
The building
Architecture and interiors
23-floor tower built in 1991, postmodern architecture in glass and grey granite typical of the Vancouver waterfront. Sober entrance hall with marble columns, geometric-pattern carpets, abundant natural light. Rooms renovated in 2018, 30 m² on average, Crate & Barrel furniture, white marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower. The whole ages well without being spectacular, standard Fairmont comfort.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
The Arc restaurant offers a Pacific Northwest menu (wild salmon, Dungeness crab, local vegetables) with herbs and honey from the rooftop terrace, a concept more interesting than the execution. Hearty buffet breakfast at the Waterfront Lounge, view over the port, 38 CAD per person. The Herons Lounge serves cocktails and tapas in the evening, business clientele after 6pm. Room service available 24/7, shortened menu but efficient.
Highlights
- Year-round heated outdoor rooftop pool, panoramic view over Burrard Inlet
- Urban beehives with 500 000 bees producing 270 kg of honey annually for the restaurant
- Fairmont Gold rooms (floors 20-23) with private lounge and breakfast included
- 400 metres from the Canada Place cruise terminal and Waterfront SkyTrain
- 24-hour fitness centre with Technogym equipment and port view
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Vancouver
The Fairmont stands on Canada Place Way, between the cruise terminal and the Convention Centre, Coal Harbour waterfront. Stanley Park fifteen minutes on foot to the west, Gastown and its cobblestones ten minutes to the east. Waterfront SkyTrain station in front of the hotel, international airport 25 minutes by train. The neighbourhood is lively during the day (tourists, cruisers, conference-goers), quiet in the evening, very safe, ideal for running along the Seawall.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Dogs and cats accepted, no supplement, basket and bowls provided.
- Parking
- Valet 65 CAD/night, self-service parking 55 CAD/night, Tesla chargers available.
- Pool
- Outdoor heated year-round, 6am-10pm, towels provided, no lifeguard.
- Wi-Fi
- Included in all rooms and common areas, sufficient speed for video calls.
- Check-in
- 4pm standard, early subject to availability (often possible after 2pm on weekdays).
- Children
- Cots and extra beds free, children's menu at the restaurant, no kids club.
Facilities
1 pool
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness centre
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Restaurant
Pets allowed
On-site parking
Family rooms
Wi-Fi
Location
Where Fairmont Waterfront is located
Exact address
Fairmont Waterfront
Address
900 Canada Place Way
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