Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre (CXH) - 9 min drive
Vancouver Intl. Airport (YVR) - 31 min drive
Pitt Meadows, BC (YPK) - 58 min drive
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 110 min drive
Galiano Island, BC (YMF-Montague Harbour Seaplane Base) - 29.5 miles/47.5 km
Mayne Island, BC (YAV-Miners Bay Seaplane Base) - 30.9 miles/49.8 km
Vancouver Waterfront Station - 4 min drive
Vancouver, BC (XEA-Vancouver Pacific Central Station) - 14 min drive
Pacific Central Station - 15 min drive
Yaletown-Roundhouse Station - 23 min walk
Burrard Station - 25 min walk
Vancouver City Center Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Morton Park - 2 min walk
Cactus Club Cafe - 3 min walk
CRAFT Beer Market English Bay - 2 min walk
The Park at English Bay - 1 min walk
About this property
Best Western Plus Sands
At Best Western Plus Sands, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Vancouver Waterfront and Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Park at English Bay, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge and a sauna. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Onsite self parking (CAD 25.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Sauna
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
37-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hydromassage showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Composting
Recycling
Special features
Dining
The Park at English Bay - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Bayside Lounge - Overlooking the ocean, this bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 9 to 25 for adults, and CAD 9 to 25 for children
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 100.00 per stay)
Parking
Self parking costs CAD 25.00 per night with in/out privileges
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Sands?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Sands?
Yes. Self parking costs CAD 25.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Sands?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Plus Sands?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn (6-min drive) and Grand Villa Casino Hotel and Conference Centre (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus Sands and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Plus Sands?
Yes, The Park at English Bay offers international cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around Best Western Plus Sands like?
Best Western Plus Sands is located near English Bay Beach in Central Vancouver, a short 2-minute walk from English Bay and 14 minutes' walk from St. Paul's Hospital. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Best Western Plus Sands Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
February 3, 2025
Sachie
Sachie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 27, 2025
Hidden gem in English Bay.
Fast friendly check in - room was large and clean with nice modern furnishings and a very comfortable bed - shower temperature not warm enough.
Check out was a breeze. We would stay again for sure.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 26, 2025
Marie
Marie, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
January 26, 2025
Terrible organization, avoid if possible
Terrible experience checking in. They gave my room to someone else not authorized by me and then tried to charge me extra to check in for “another” room. So disorganized and rude
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 25, 2025
Couple Get-Away
1 block from the english bay beach, lots activities with stanley park nearby, a highlight is all the restaurants within eady walking distance
Greg
Greg, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
January 24, 2025
matthew
matthew, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
January 22, 2025
Cold room
The room temperature was very low and the thermostat didn’t work properly.
FARSHID
FARSHID, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 20, 2025
Austin
Austin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 14, 2025
Nice rooms, clean and big area
DOLORES F.
DOLORES F., 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
January 12, 2025
Value stay
It was a comfortable stay, but not quiet in the evening. People on the street were loud at night. Temperature was adequate in the room. My child was put off by the smell in the elevator and in the hallway. I got a faint hint of cigarette smoke and BO in the elevator, but that could have been someone who had used the elevator before us. It was comfortable and good value for a 1 night stay. Some decent restaurants in the neighborhood. Less homeless people in this area vs. Gastown area. That was a plus. A fantastic savory pie place, Peaked Pies around the corner from hotel.
Naomi
Naomi, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
January 11, 2025
Rats
Rats and water leaks
DAMIAN
DAMIAN, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
January 10, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
January 10, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 10, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 7, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
January 3, 2025
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
January 2, 2025
mary
mary, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 1, 2025
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
January 1, 2025
This hotel is good for location.
Nham
Nham, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
December 31, 2024
Dylan
Dylan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 31, 2024
I was there to settle my late brothers affairs.
The staff were excellent and very accommodating.
Garry
Garry, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 30, 2024
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
December 26, 2024
Erin
Erin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 19, 2024
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 11, 2024
Helpful friendly front desk. Spotless room with quality bed.