Shaughnessy Travel Guide
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Visit Shaughnessy
Popular places to visit

VanDusen Botanical Garden
Get lost in a hedge maze and admire the elegant layout of this large park with a pond hidden between the trees.

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.

Port of Vancouver
Explore the waterfront in Vancouver with a trip to Port of Vancouver. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Stanley Park
Recognised as one of the greatest parks in the world, well-loved for its forested walking trails, bustling beaches, manicured gardens and variety of wildlife.

University of British Columbia
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of British Columbia, a top university in Vancouver. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Shaughnessy

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
I would choose this hotel again if I needed to spend a night in Vancouver. It was clean, modern, with good bedding. Check in was easy. My only complaint was the lack of vending machines or any other food available for late arrivals. I’m was pretty hungry by the time I arrived having eaten nothing ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Such a nice place to stay the staff are wonderful and so helpful. The area was perfect for getting on the ship to Alaska the next morning!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

River Rock Casino Resort
Everything from the bell hop, Lou to the front desk check in was amazing. The hotel is beautiful. Clean, with the most amazing staff. The food at the Chairmans room on the 3rd floor was excellent as was their staff. The casino was so much fun. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you to the ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
Our charging ports in our room didnt work. For 500$ thats ridiculous.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Pan Pacific Vancouver
Fabulous room, but we had to wait past check in time to get in, when we were paying thousands of dollars for 2 day stay. The man who checked us in offered, and we accepted, 2 complementary drinks each at the bar while we were waiting, but we could not used them because the first thing I wanted to ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
Enjoyed everything and everyone! Will stay again in the future!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shaughnessy

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.

Fairview
While you're in Fairview, take in top sights like Great Canadian Casino at the Holiday Inn or Granville Island Public Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Olympic Village Station or Broadway-City Hall Station.

Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Granville Island
Granville Island is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Granville Island Public Market and False Creek while in the area.

Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.

Vancouver South
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Vancouver South. Spend some time visiting top spots like Main Street, and catch the metro at Marine Drive Station or Nanaimo Station to see more of the area.
