Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown Hotel, Vancouver - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1176 Granville Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z1L8

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown, a 2-star hotel in the financial hub of the city on Granville Street, features a rooftop terrace, coffee shop/cafe, and free to-go breakfast.

Rooms and Suites

110 air-conditioned rooms, junior suites and suites spread across 5 floors at Howard Johnson Hotel combine functionality with cable TV, safes, and desks.

Dining Options Available

Wings restaurant serves daily breakfast from 7 AM, while Joe Fortes Seafood and Chop House sits one mile from Howard Johnson By Wyndham.

Entertainment and Services

The hotel features a nightclub, vending machines for snacks and drinks, and complimentary wireless internet access throughout.

Downtown Area Access

Howard Johnson Hotel by Wyndham positions guests within a 10-minute walk to St Paul's Hospital and Orpheum Theater, with Rogers Arena, Stanley Park, and Grouse Mountain nearby.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Room

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2 persons

14 m²

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Air conditioning

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

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Double Room

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4 persons

23 m²

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Vancouver3000 ft

Airports

Vancouver (YVR) 8.0 mi

Boundary Bay (YDT) 17.8 mi

Train

Yaletown Roundhouse Skytrain Station1700 ft

Metro stations

Yaletown-Roundhouse1700 ft

Vancouver City Centre2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop4000 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

CAD 25 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Currency exchange

Services

Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant

Room features

Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Media

Cable/ Satellite television
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1176 Granville Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z1L8

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1176 Granville Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z1L8

City landmarks

Parks

Stanley Park

1.9 mi

Broadway Theatre

Granville Island

1.1 mi

Island trip

1.1 mi

Harbor

Canada Place

1.3 mi

Stadiums

BC Place

5300 ft

Aquarium

Vancouver Aquarium

1.6 mi

cnr Water & Cambie Sts

Steam Clock

5300 ft

Museums

Museum of Vancouver

4500 ft

Museums

Science World at TELUS World of Science

1.6 mi

555 West Hastings Street

Harbour Centre Lookout Tower

5300 ft

Vancouver

Vancouver Downtown

1.2 mi

Harbor

False Creek

1.0 mi

1610 Robson St Suite 208

Robson Street

1.2 mi

Square

Gastown

5300 ft

Planetarium

HR MacMillan Space Centre

4500 ft

Garden

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden

1.5 mi

Market

Granville Island Public Market

1.1 mi

Convention Center

Vancouver Convention Centre

1.2 mi

1905 Ogden Ave

Vancouver Maritime Museum

1.2 mi

Beach

Sunset Beach

4500 ft

Museums

Roedde House Museum

1.2 mi

355 Burrard Street

Marine Building

1.2 mi

350 Georgia St W

Library Square

5300 ft

Nearby

Gallery

Vancouver Art Gallery Offsite

2000 ft

200-1226 Hamilton St

Yaletown

2000 ft

Broadway Theatre

The Orpheum

2000 ft

Libraries

Vancouver Public Library

2000 ft

Gallery

Bill Reid Gallery

2000 ft

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

2000 ft

Museums

Engine 374 Pavillion

1900 ft

Restaurants

Basil Pasta Bar

300 ft

636 Davie St

Mr Greek

300 ft

1173 Granville St

Donair Town

400 ft

1173 Granville St

Grade A Steaks & Seafoods Restaurant Ltd

300 ft

1175 Granville St

Yamato Sushi

400 ft

616 Davie St

Umeda Japanese Cuisine

400 ft

1157 Granville St

Numero Uno Pizza

300 ft

1020 Granville St

American Cheese Steak

400 ft

781 Davie St

The Pawn Shop YVR

600 ft

1117 Granville St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

5.4

Location

6.0

Service

5.6

Dining

5.4

Jade

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.2/10

My stay at Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown had some bright spots, but overall, I faced challenges. The location was central, allowing easy access to restaurants and public transportation, but the room conditions were disappointing. I struggled with uncomfortably cold temperatures and some unpleasant odors, which detracted from my experience.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was too cold, and the heating system struggled to keep up. The smell was also quite off-putting, which added to my discomfort during the stay.

Service

6.0

While the staff was courteous after I raised my concerns, I found them a bit irritated when I asked for additional assistance late at night. This left me feeling somewhat unwelcome during a stressful time.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was convenient, but I felt it was sketchy and dirty, especially given its proximity to a loud nightclub. This made the experience feel less safe than I would have hoped.

Dining

5.0

I didn't dine at the hotel, but I found that other nearby options provided better value for my meals compared to what I had at the hotel, which was less than enjoyable.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities, including room service and dry cleaning, seemed standard for this type of hotel and didn't particularly stand out during my stay.

Evelyn

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.2/10

My recent stay at Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown was a mixed bag. The friendly and helpful front desk staff were a highlight, but the location made me uncomfortable. The area around the hotel felt unsafe with visible homelessness and strong odors. Overall, while the hotel itself was clean and comfortable, I wouldn't choose to return because of the environment.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean and comfortable, but it had an old AC unit with a broken knob which made it a bit tricky to adjust. Considering the price, I expected better.

Service

5.0

I found the front desk staff to be courteous and helpful, but the overall experience was mixed. The check-in process took longer than expected due to policies that felt unnecessarily strict.

Location

5.0

The hotel is right in downtown, which is convenient. However, the area was quite sleazy with a lot of homeless individuals present, making me feel uneasy during my stay.

Dining

5.0

There was a restaurant downstairs, but it didn't open until late in the morning which was disappointing. Dining options felt limited near the hotel.

Facilities

5.0

While I appreciated the cleanliness, the plumbing was substandard and the heating took a while to kick in. Overall, the facilities left much to be desired.

Rowan

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.4/10

My stay at Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown was a mixed experience. While the location is ideal for exploring the city and shopping, I faced significant challenges during check-in that left me feeling stressed. The room was small and in need of updates, but the beds were comfortable enough for a quick overnight stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room I got was tiny and outdated, with stains on the carpet and a very uncomfortable bed. Plus, the air conditioning unit was noisy, dripping water all night. There was a major lack of space for three people, which made it feel cramped.

Service

5.0

I found the service to be quite difficult during my check-in. The front desk staff were rude and insensitive to my situation, especially when they wouldn't accept the prepayment from my friend's card. Although one staff member was helpful, the overall experience was frustrating.

Location

6.0

The location of the hotel is definitely one of its best attributes. It's close to many shopping options and has easy access to the Skytrain. However, it's also on a gritty part of Granville, which was concerning with the noise from nearby nightclubs and some unsightly scenes on the streets.

Dining

7.0

I didn't really explore dining options, but it was nice to know that breakfast was provided around 11:00 am. I found the porridge to be excellent, which was a pleasant surprise.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were decent, with access to room service and dry cleaning, but I felt there could have been more amenities to enhance the overall stay.

Georgia

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.6/10

Overall, I had a mixed experience at the Howard Johnson By Wyndham Vancouver Downtown. While the location was ideal for exploring various attractions, I did encounter issues like early check-in difficulties and some room noise that affected my stay. However, I appreciated the clean rooms and friendly staff. 🌆😊

Rooms

6.0

My room was clean and quite comfortable, but it definitely felt dated with piped ceilings and occasional noise from outside.

Service

6.0

The staff were particularly nice and kind, especially Jenny and Ianna, who even credited our parking fee after we had a rough night due to noise from neighboring patrons.

Location

6.0

The hotel is right on the Granville strip, making it perfect for accessing attractions, but I felt uneasy with the presence of many homeless individuals nearby.

Dining

5.0

I found the food options available to be quite basic, with the included breakfast not meeting my expectations.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities had room service and dry cleaning available, but the overall maintenance felt subpar.

Jennifer

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was fantastic, being near the Granville Street Bridge and vibrant nightlife. However, I was disappointed with the noise from the air conditioning unit, which made it difficult to sleep well. Additionally, I encountered some issues with cleanliness and the condition of the shower that left me wanting more.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were cozy and clean, though a bit basic and not well prepared for the next guests.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, even helping me change my booking at the last minute.

Location

8.0

The location was ideal for someone like me who wanted to explore the city, close to parks and the bustling Granville Street.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, and I found some experiences to be underwhelming, especially when it came to flavor.