| | - Pool/Health ClubTake a moment to re-energize at our Health Club, which includes an indoor 50-foot lap pool, whirlpool, chidren's wading pool, two saunas and change rooms. The Fitness Center offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment. Access is complimentary to registered hotel guests.
- Absolute Spa at Hotel Vancouver
- FishingFishing and charter boat rentals are only minutes from the hotel. The Concierge will be happy to assist you with your arrangements.
- GolfGolf enthusiasts will love Vancouver's rolling green spaces, mountain views and fresh sea air. There are many excellent courses within a 20 to 60 minute drive from the hotel. The hotel concierge can assist with tee-off times.
- SkiingThere are three skiing areas within a 45-minute drive. Grouse Mountain, Mount Seymour and Cypress Mountain. The Concierge will be happy to make the arrangements for you.
- TennisThere are 17 outdoor courts located in nearby Stanley Park.
- CyclingThree trails for cycling in 16 regional parks in the Vancouver area, including the popular 10 km Seawall route along Stanley Parks shores, the 15 km Seaside route along False Creek on Granville Island, and the 17 km route along the Spanish Banks. Rules and Regulations: Cyclists should remain on designated trails to minimize damage to the forest environment. Bicycles are not allowed on the SeaBus at anytime. It is mandatory for cyclists to wear a bicycle helmet There are more than a dozen rental shops in the downtown area that rent all types of bicycles. Rollerblades are also available.
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- Grouse Mountain Located 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver, this year round destination offers a skyride tram which, on a clear day, looks back onto the extraordinary beauty of Vancouver. Enjoy downhill skiing, snowshoeing and sleigh rides in the winter or join an interpretive hike, a lumberjack competition, or try paragliding in the summer.
- Capilano Suspension Bridge Visitors are invited to experience a toe-tingling trip 25 stories above the Capilano Canyon on the longest suspended footbridge in the world. The nature park also offers a large selection of colorful Totem Poles and Native Indian carvers continue this centuries-old tradition on a daily basis for visitors to watch.
- Chinatown A bustling traditional Chinatown lies just east of the downtown core. Stop in at one of the many restaurants for a delicious dim sum lunch and then enjoy shopping at the various markets before visiting the tranquil Dr. Sun Yat Sen Gardens.
- Vancouver Museum A visit to the museum is an easy way to learn about Vancouver's past. Exhibits vividly depict the city's story from the time of explorations to the beginning of World War I.
- Gastown The birthplace of Vancouver, Gastown is the oldest part of the city and is still lined with cobblestone streets and features an authentic steam clock, shopping and restaurants.
- Granville Island Granville Island contains an array of theatres, artists studios, craft shops and a large public market. The Island also boasts many restaurants, marinas and its own brewery.
- Vancouver Aquarium Visit Canada's largest aquarium and winner of Attractions Canada's 'B.C.'s Best International Attraction'. Beluga whales, dolphins, sea otters, seal, sharks and much more. Allow two hours for your visit to fully enjoy all this facility has to offer.
- Science World An interactive science centre suitable for the entire family. Exhibits explore themes such as physics and British Columbia's natural history. The Kid's Space Gallery will be a favourite with the younger children. Science World also offers films in the Alcan Omnimax Theatre which is the world's largest big screen dome.
- Stanley Park One of North America's largest urban parks, covering 1,000 acres, the park includes an aquarium, 22 miles of hiking and walking trails, plus cycling paths, tennis courts, Indian Totem poles and a scenic drive.
- Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens Vancouver's living treasure. See how 52 master craftsmen utilized treasured natural materials to create this unique expression of Chinese culture. This garden is the first of its kind on the North American continent.
- Queen Elizabeth Park Perched atop a hill, Queen Elizabeth Park offers panoramic views of the city of Vancouver. This park features examples of all the native trees found across Canada along with many exotic species, a beautiful sunken quarry garden and the Bloedel Floral Conservatory with its many climactic zones displaying a huge variety of plants and a superb selection of free-flying tropical birds.
- Vancouver Art Gallery Located in the former Vancouver Courthouse building, this spectacular heritage site offers contemporary and historic exhibits. For information on the latest exhibits, please see www.vanartgallery.bc.ca
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