Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Canada Place
Fly above Canada’s stunning scenery aboard a flight simulator and watch a movie in the open-air cinema at this expansive entertainment complex.
Vancouver Waterfront
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Vancouver Waterfront. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
"Place clean and very modern but the address lead by google map to the opposite direction ."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Block House
"Clean, secure, great value location an 8 minute walk from Waterfront Station. Host was very responsive."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
"Confidently located near airport! Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
"We were very disappointed in our room. Having spent US$500 per night we expected a higher quality accommodation. The view was great. But the room was very basic. No slippers. No robe. No note paper and pen. Very basic bathroom supplies. Very utilitarian furniture. Bare minimum for in room coffee/tea. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Executive Plaza Hotel Metro Vancouver
"very quiet. Clean room, very pleasant front desk reception staff."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
"Very clean and great location"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Eastside
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
West Side
While you're in West Side, take in top sights like VanDusen Botanical Garden or Kitsilano Beach, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at King Edward Station or Oakridge-41st Avenue Station.
West End
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of West End. Make a stop by Robson Street or Sunset Beach while you're exploring the area.
East Vancouver
While you're in East Vancouver, take in top sights like Port of Vancouver or Trout Lake Community Centre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nanaimo Station or 29th Avenue Station.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Vancouver Waterfront and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
