Downtown Eastside Travel Guide
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
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.
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
Amazing place! Rooms were modern, well equipped with all the amenities you could want. Access and check-in/check-out were so smooth. Location was easy to access and close to everything you need.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
The rooms where clean, beds where comfortable but the breakfast buffet was awful and the waitress was very rude. I would maybe stay there again but not go to the restaurant anymore
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
The staff were incredibly polite but the property is dated and could use updating and modernizing considering the price you pay. Clearly you’re paying for location. Sadly the hot tub was cold to lukewarm so that was disappointing as well.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
The elevators were down to one for the West Tower and it took over thirty minutes to get an elevator that was overloaded with people. This situation was not ideal after flying across the Country and exhausted.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
The property was clean, the rooms looked great, and check-in was efficient and easy. The rooftop closed earlier than the posted time, which was a bit disappointing, but still manageable. One downside was the shared bathroom setup—noise travels very easily. If your neighbor is up early (in my case ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Great location and the hotel was in excellent condition. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or BC Place Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and BC Place Stadium 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.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
