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.
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 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
Keefer House is for people who want to feel at home while away from home. I was so impressed with how clean & stocked up the room was. The room was beautiful & comfortable. There is no front desk but Juan who works onsite was super helpful along with the remote staff who helped guide my stay. Can’t ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Staff are great. One of the reasons I keep returning
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
The resort is very clean, the swimming pool is nice.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Aaaah! This hotel is the only hotel I'll stay while in Vancouver! Location is great, views are fantastic, convenient for great restaurants. The staff is very welcoming and warm, ready to assist any time, the room is large, clean and updated, the only small issue was not enough water pressure to my ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Clean Room, Friendly attentative staff, Great amenities
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Pan Pacific Vancouver
The staff are amazing very cheerful and efficient. The room was nice however due to older windows we could hear a man screaming and yelling the entire night and a fight, we were on the 14th floor! This wasn’t a fault of the hotel but it did impact our sleep
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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 Main Street and Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive, 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 Vancouver Waterfront 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 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.
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.
