Fairmont Waterfront

Vancouver, Canada

Virgin rating

The hotel

Right on the water’s edge in Vancouver’s harbour, the Fairmont Waterfront is a luxurious haven putting you in the perfect place to explore. Tickle your taste buds with fresh food in the restaurant and bar, grown on the hotel’s very own rooftop herb garden. Or head out - you’re just a short walk from the cool restaurants and breweries in Gastown. Back inside, you can take a dip in the outdoor pool or relax completely with a massage. And your room has floor-to-ceiling windows, with a dreamy view you’ll be happy to wake up to each day.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Wheelchair access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

On Coal Harbour, next to Canada Place and a short walk to Gastown. Close to the famed Seawall leading to Stanley Park. Transfer time from Vancouver Airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

489 rooms and suites on 23 floors. All with air conditioning, TV with pay-per-view films, WiFi access*, mini-bar*, tea/coffee making facilities, safe, iron and board, bathrobes and hairdryer. Fairmont Rooms are 360-430 sq ft and have views of the herb garden or city, with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Rooms are 360-430 sq ft and have views of the city skyline, with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Partial Harbour View Rooms are 360-430 sq ft and have slight views of the harbour, mountains, and cruise ship terminal, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Signature Harbour View Rooms are 360-430 sq ft and have views of the harbour and mountains, with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Fairmont Gold City View Rooms are 360-430 sq ft, overlook the city skyline, and include Gold Room benefits, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Fairmont Gold Harbour View Rooms are 360-430 sq ft, have views of the harbour, mountain and Stanley Park, and include Gold Room benefits, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

West Coast Suites are 500 sq ft and have partial harbour and mountain views, with a separate living room and 2 TVs, 1 king-size bed and a pull-out sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Harbour View Suites are 770-1125 sq ft and have views of the harbour, mountains and Stanley Park. They're located on the higher floors, and have 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed, or 2 double beds and a sofa bed, sleeping 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Fairmont Gold Rooms include the following benefits:

  • Private check-in and check-out
  • Exclusive use of the Fairmont Gold Lounge and gardened terrace, overlooking Vancouver’s harbour and North Shore mountains
  • Complimentary deluxe European buffet breakfast, served between 6:30am-10:00am on weekdays and 7:00am-11:00am at weekends
  • Complimentary selection of house-made pastries and savoury snacks, served between 12:00pm-5:00pm daily
  • Complimentary selection of hot and cold canapés, served between 5:00pm-7:00pm daily
  • Complimentary mineral water, soft drinks, coffee, espresso drinks and selection of teas
  • An honour bar, available to enjoy daily from 12:00pm-9:30pm (charges apply for alcoholic beverages)
  • Complimentary WiFi and computer access

ARC Restaurant and Bar (urban artisanal cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch). Health club with massage services*, gym, outdoor 50 ft heated swimming pool, indoor whirlpool and steam rooms. Guided morning runs. Rooftop herb garden and apiary. Concierge. Room service*. Valet parking CA$56 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location

Nov 25, 2023 Nigel M Peterborough, United Kingdom

Great hotel, wonderful iconic view of the harbour and very close to the cruise ship terminal. Do go to the free tour of bee hives, every afternoon I believe, fascinating. Hotel has free peddle bikes for 2 hours, just book with concierge, just long enough for a cycle around half of Stanley Park and the waterfront. Highly recommended and would stay… Read more
Great hotel, wonderful iconic view of the harbour and very close to the cruise ship terminal. Do go to the free tour of bee hives, every afternoon I believe, fascinating. Hotel has free peddle bikes for 2 hours, just book with concierge, just long enough for a cycle around half of Stanley Park and the waterfront. Highly recommended and would stay here again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing location and view

Nov 21, 2023 Mina L

Overall such an amazing facility, the hotel is located in the nicest location in Vancouver! Courteous staff, spacious rooms, great food options and area around it very safe, vibrant, and walkable. will definitely return!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Convenient classic hotel minutes from waterfront and conference center

Nov 18, 2023 jake2771 Concord, Massachusetts

As with most Fairmont’s -lovely modern hotel with large rooms and classic decor, prime downtow location and excellent service. The conference center is 3 minutes away and very convenient. The food was good and nice cocktails in ARC restaurant as well. Would stay again.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Thank you for making our 29th year anniversary memorable. We are coming back next year.

Nov 15, 2023 mila p

Excellent customer service, emailed me back when I told her that we wanted to go to Japanese restaurant, really clean hotel room. I can't complain. We will be coming back, hopefully with my daughter and her family.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Waterfront views!

Nov 15, 2023 Arash B Los Angeles, California

Wonderful rooms with amazing views. Clean lobby and the staff are very friendly. Onsite restaurant was delicious and had great cocktails as well. Walking distance to most major attractions in the city. Parking was somewhat expensive but in line with the area. Highly recommended