West Side Travel Guide
Vancouver
Popular places to visit
Kitsilano Beach
Swim in the longest pool in the country at this sandy beach with an elegant boulevard, restaurants and a watersports center.
Granville Island Public Market
This vibrant market is a colourful mix of crafts, delicious fresh food, scrumptious bakery goods and gourmet cheese, a playground for foodies and shoppers alike.
Queen Elizabeth Park
Sitting at the highest point in Vancouver on an extinct volcano is this green sanctuary offering panoramic views of the city.
Olympic Village
You can find out about the history of Vancouver with a trip to Olympic Village. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Jericho Beach
Enjoy a peaceful swim or bask in the sun at one of Vancouver’s most secluded and picturesque beaches, which was once a logging camp.
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.
Top hotels in West Side
Best Western Plus Vancouver Airport Hotel
The place was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Just the front of the hotel was not easy to get in busy road could not turn in
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Granville Island Hotel
We arrived late
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Vancouver Centre by IHG
They still haven't returned my deposit!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Vancouver West Cozy Retreat by Host Launch
The owner is very helpful and our stay was comfortable and pleasant.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Windsor Guest House
Great location with skytrain close by. Easy check-in, comfortable room, clean bathroom, nice staff, and very good breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Sunshine House
Very clean and well located, definitely recommended!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Kitsilano
Kitsilano is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kitsilano Beach and Museum of Vancouver.
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.
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.
Riley Park
If you're spending some time in Riley Park, Main Street and Nat Bailey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Yaletown
Take time in Yaletown to visit attractions like Robson Street and Vancouver False Creek Seawall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Yaletown-Roundhouse Station to see more of the city.
