Best Western Sands

1755 Davie Street
Vancouver, BC V6G 1W5
Nightly Rates: ( 142.37 - 167.96 )
3 Star

Property Description

Retreat to the comforts of this Vancouver, British Columbia hotel and enjoy convenient access to Granville Island, BC and GM Place Stadiums and English Bay Beach. Welcome to the Best Western Sands where guests will receive the highest quality of customer service and find unbeatable amenities among the attractions and sites Vancouver has to offer. While staying at this Vancouver hotel, guests will enjoy beautifully-appointed guest rooms featuring air-condition, cable satellite television, Nintendo, in-room movies and free high-speed Internet access. After a long day, unwind in the hotel's fitness center or rejuvenate in the dry sauna. Take in breathtaking views of the English Bay from this Vancouver hotel's on-site restaurant and lounge. Guests traveling on business will appreciate the business services available on property including a business center, same day valet dry cleaning and full-service meeting and banquet facilities that accommodate up to 150 people. Catch a show at the Vancouver Centre for the Performing Arts or an event at BC and GM Place Stadiums. Enjoy spending the day picnicking in Stanley Park, touring Granville Island, hiking the North Shore Mountains or visiting the sites of nearby Victoria. Take a swim in the English Bay Beach. Find a variety of shops and dining options in nearby downtown Vancouver, located minutes away. Skiing enthusiasts will appreciate being situated 30 minutes from three local ski hills and just 90 minutes from Whistler-Blackcomb. The Best Western Sands frequently host guests in town attending events such as the Fireworks Competition, the local Triathlon and Marathons, the Children's Festival and Christmas Parade. St. Paul's Hospital and Vancouver General Hospital are also close by making this Vancouver hotel ideal lodging for visiting family and friends. The friendly, helpful staff at the CAA 3-Diamond Best Western Sands is ready to ensure a fun-filled memorable stay in Vancouver, British Columbia. Make a reservation today and save!

Amenities

· Business Center
· Fitness Center or Spa
· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Bar/Lounge
· Coffee Maker in Room
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Elevators
· Express Checkout
· Fishing
· Free Local Telephone Calls
· Free Local Telephone Calls
· Hairdryers Available
· Modem Lines in Room
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· Pets Allowed
· Parking
· Skiing
· Tennis
· Restaurant
· Room Service

Room Information

Overview
Enjoy ocean or mountain views from one of our 119 air-conditioned rooms and suites. All rooms are newly renovated. Non-smoking rooms, suites and business class rooms are available. Rooms are furnished in Oak, Cherry or Mahogany wood
1 KING BED,NOSMOKE,HI SPEED NET,HAIR,COFFEMKR,IRON
* 1 King Bed * No Smoking * High Speed Internet Access * Hairdryer * Coffee Maker * Iron And Ironing Board
1 QUEEN BED,NOSMOKE,HI SPEED NET,HAIR,COFFEMKR,IRO
* 1 Queen Bed * No Smoking * High Speed Internet Access * Hairdryer * Coffee Maker * Iron And Ironing Board
2 DOUBLE BEDS,NOSMOKE,HI SPEED NET,HAIR,COFFEMKR,I
* Two Double Beds * No Smoking * High Speed Internet Access * Hairdryer * Coffee Maker * Iron And Ironing Board
2 QUEEN BEDS,NOSMOKE,HI SPEED NET,HAIR,COFFEMKR,IR
* 2 Queen Beds * No Smoking * High Speed Internet Access * Hairdryer * Coffee Maker * Iron And Ironing Board

Rate Disclaimer

Indicative rates are for search purposes only. The entire range of rates may not be available during certain seasons or other specified periods of time. Check for specific rate availability when making a reservation.

Miscellaneous Information

· Canadian Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 4:00 P.M.
· Check out time is 12:00 P.M.
· Time Zone is Pacific Standard Time
· 119 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 6 floors.

Directions

�From: The south. Take US Interstate 5 to Highway 99, follow 99 to 41st. Avenue. Turn Left on 41st Avenue and continue to Granville Street. Turn Right on Granville; follow Granville across Granville Street Bridge and turn left on Davie Street. Follow Davie Street to the ocean. �From: The north. Take Highway 99 south and turn right on Taylor Way, exit 13. Turn left on Marine Drive. Follow signs for Vancouver, cross Lions Gate Bridge, and continue on West Georgia. Turn right on Denman Street and then turn left on Davie Street. �From: The east. Take the Grandview Highway Exit to Granville Street. Turn right on Granville follow Granville across Granville Street Bridge. Turn Left on Davie Street and follow Davie Street to the ocean. �From: The west. Take Tsawwasswn Ferry Terminal, then follow Highway 17. Take exit to Highway 99 and follow Highway 99 to 41st Avenue. Turn Left on 41st Avenue and continue to Granville Street. Turn right on Granville; follow Granville across Granville Street Bridge. Turn left on Davie Street; follow Davie Street to the ocean.

Vancouver International Airport 10 miles

Guarantee Policy

You must use a credit card to book online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary from hotel to hotel. Most current and accurate cancellation policies will appear on your confirmed reservation notification.

Area Attractions

Restaurants:

Over 100 restaurants are within walking distance, providing international cuisine or local fare. On premises: * Checkers Bar and Grill, full service restaurant with west coast cuisine specializing in Fresh seafood and pasta, open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. * � block from Mac's Convenience Stores, confectionery store

Corporate Locations:

* 0.02 kilometer(s) from Royal Bank * 1 kilometer(s) from TD Bank * 2 kilometer(s) from St. Paul's Hospital * 2 kilometer(s) from Molson Canada, brewery * 3 kilometer(s) from Vancouver General Hospital * 3 kilometer(s) from convention centre

Recreation:

* 0.02 kilometer(s) from Ocean Kayaking * 0.03 kilometer(s) from Biking * 0.03 kilometer(s) from Stanley Park * 0.08 kilometer(s) from Bicycle Rentals * 1 kilometer(s) from Coal Harbour Community Centre * 1 kilometer(s) from The Fishing Club * 3 kilometer(s) from GM Place and BC Place, Stadium, catch the NHL's Vancouver Canucks, the British Columbia Lions * 6 kilometer(s) from Queen Elizabeth Park * 6 kilometer(s) from Hastings Park Racecourse * 6.5 kilometer(s) from Golfing * 7 kilometer(s) from Ambleside Beach, Quiet beach, dog friendly * 7 kilometer(s) from Van Dusen Botanical Gardens * 9 kilometer(s) from Lacarno Beach, family beach * 9.5 kilometer(s) from Playland Amusement Park, Exhibitions, concerts and more. * 10 kilometer(s) from Langara Golf Course * 12 kilometer(s) from Grouse Mountain, skiing, hiking and a great view * 14 kilometer(s) from Cypress Mountain Ski Hill * 15 kilometer(s) from Skiing * 20 kilometer(s) from Mount Seymour Ski Hills

Nearby Cities:

* 4 kilometer(s) from Granville Island * 14.5 kilometer(s) from Metrotown, Burnaby * 15 kilometer(s) from Richmond * 70 kilometer(s) from Whistler * 70 kilometer(s) from Victoria

Education:

* 6 kilometer(s) from BCIT * 6 kilometer(s) from University of British College * 10 kilometer(s) from Simon Fraser University, Burnaby campus

Local Attractions:

* Walking distance from the city center * Guided tours to downtown Victoria arranged at front desk, approximately $95 per person * Tony and Tina's Wedding, dinner theatre, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, for tickets please call 604-282-4444 * Big Rock, Annacis Island * Vancouver Whale Watch, in Richmond * 10 minutes from cruise ship facilities including Coal Harbor, Canada Place and Ballantyne Pier * 10 minutes from Vancouver Centre for the Performing Arts * 10 minutes from movie theatres * 10 minutes from Second Beach, outdoor pool - seasonal from May through September, children's park * 20 minutes from numerous year-round golf courses * 45 minutes from Furry Creek Golf & Country Club * 1� hours from Whistler-Blackcomb, North America's premier ski resort. Please note that all traveling times are approximate and subject to traffic at various times of day. Parking in the downtown core can be difficult and expensive, so it is recommended when visiting to take transit or walk as most attractions and shopping are within walking distance of each other. * .01 kilometer(s) from English Bay and seawall, tanning facilities * .01 kilometer(s) from Denman Fitness, Full fitness facility centre, gym, aerobics * .01 from Stanley Park, With its 1,000 acres, petting zoo, bike trails and miniature railroad * .01 kilometer(s) from West End Community Centre, Gym, aerobics, fitness classes, ice rink (seasonal), pottery room, library, recreational basket ball, soccer, badminton, hockey (seasonal), volley ball * .01 kilometer(s) from Stanely Park Tennis Centre, Outdoor courts located in beautiful Stanley Park * .01 kilometer(s) from Tan de Soleil, tanning facilities * .01 kilometer(s) from Ashberry & Logan, flower shop * .01 kilometer(s) from Many bicycle rental shops , located on Denman Street * .01 kilometer(s) from Robson Street, Check out fantastic shopping at its many boutiques: Zara, Mexx, Gap, Banana Republic, MAC Cosmetics, Club Monaco, Body Shop, Aveda, Aldo Shoes, Blue Ruby Jewelry, Sukis Hair, Virgin Records and Godiva Chocolates just to name a few. Only a short 15-minute walk or a five-minute Translink bus ride away. * .01 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Art Gallery on Robson Street, Featuring British Columbia's own permanent collection of Emily Carr, paintings and special exhibits. 20-minute walk or a 7-minute Translink bus ride from the front of our hotel * .01 kilometer(s) from The Parachute Shop, Parasailing, skydiving and instructions * .48 kilometer(s) from Stanley Park Pitch & Put * .8 kilometer(s) from Aquatic Recreation Centre, Olympic-size swimming * 1 kilometer(s) from Coal Harbour Community Centre, Fitness classes, basketball, volleyball, badminton. (Does not have fitness center.) * 1 kilometer(s) from The Fishing Club , (located at the foot of Denman Street next to Stanely Park - Harbour Ferries Marina), offshore salmon fishing, two-five hour trips every day, private charters available * 2 kilometer(s) from Third Beach, snack stand * 2 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Aquarium, Located in Stanley Park. A beautiful 25-minute walk through the park or along Denman Street with its great restaurants and shops. You can also take a Translink bus to Denman and Robson making it merely a 10-minute walk. * 2 kilometer(s) from Molson Canada, brewery * 2 kilometer(s) from Coal Harbour Marina * 2.5 kilometer(s) from downtown shopping, Including Pacific Centre Mall, Eatons, The Bay, Holt Renfrew, designer stores like Chanel, Betsy Johnson, Zara, Mantique, Benneton, MAC Cosmetics and more. * 2.5 kilometer(s) from The Bay, department store * 2.75 kilometer(s) from opera houses , Vancouver Opera, Hamilton at Georgia * 2.75 kilometer(s) from Coal Harbour Marina * 3 kilometer(s) from GM Place and BC Place, Stadium, catch the NHL's Vancouver Canucks, the British Columbia Lions or take in a concert, pool, diving tanks, water aerobics, hot tub and fitness facilities. * 3 kilometer(s) from Burrard Bridge Civic Marina * 3 kilometer(s) from convention centre * 3 kilometer(s) from Queen Elizabeth Theatre * 3 kilometer(s) from Macmillan Planetarium, A non-profit community resource that brings the wonder of space to Earth while providing a personal sense of ongoing discovery. Through innovative programming exhibits and activities our goal is to inspire sustained interest in the fields of earth science, space science and astronomy. * 4 kilometer(s) from Granville Island, With its bustling market, shops, marina, art galleries, restaurants, entertainment and Emily Carr Institute and Design. * 4 kilometer(s) from Gastown, A designated historic site hosting the world's first steam clock. This is Vancouver's oldest area. * 4 kilometer(s) from The Museum Company * 5 kilometer(s) from Chinatown, The second largest Chinatown in North America. Check out the markets and heritage gardens and don't miss the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Gardens. * 6 kilometer(s) from Vancouver's Main Street, numerous antique stores * 6 kilometer(s) from Hastings Park Racecourse * 6 kilometer(s) from Queen Elizabeth Park, Occupying the site of a former quarry, located at one of the highest points in the city. It has splendid views of the city, sea and mountains. * 6 kilometer(s) from PNE * 7 kilometer(s) from Vandusen Gardens, International gardens with plants from around the world and an Elizabethan maze. * 7 kilometer(s) from Nat Bailey Stadium, A must-see for baseball lovers. * 7 kilometer(s) from Ambleside Beach, Quiet beach, dog friendly * 9 kilometer(s) from Lacarno Beach, family beach * 9.5 kilometer(s) from Playland Amusement Park, Exhibitions, concerts and more. * 10 kilometer(s) from Langara Golf Course * 10.5 kilometer(s) from Capilano Suspension Bridge, Capilano Salmon Hatchery and Royal Hudson Steam Train, Take the Royal Hudson Steam Train and enjoy fantastic views of the West Coast and mountains on a full-service steam train. * 12 kilometer(s) from Grouse Mountain, Skiing, hiking and a great view * 14 kilometer(s) from Cypress Mountain Ski Hill * 14.5 kilometer(s) from Metrotown, Burnaby * 20 kilometer(s) from Mount Seymour Ski Hills, Local skiing at its best. * 48 kilometer(s) from Britannia Mine

Local Attractions:

Museums:

* 2.75 kilometer(s) from Canadian Craft Museum * 3 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Museum * 3 kilometer(s) from Pacific Mineral Museum, Check out the rarest and most beautiful specimens of the mineral world. * 3 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Museum, Founded in 1894 and serves as the custodian of Vancouver's history. It has extensive collections in natural history, archaeology, ethnology and Asian arts. * 3 kilometer(s) from Maritime Museum, The Greater Vancouver region's link to maritime history, art, culture and technology. Their programs and exhibits relate the past to the present and look to the future. * 4 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Police Centennial Museum * 4 kilometer(s) from Vancouver Wax Museum * 5 kilometer(s) from Canadian Craft and Design Museum, A not-for-profit organization whose mandate is to exhibit and preserve fine craft and demonstrate the social relevance of craft for people. The museum works to enhance the profile and status of the creative work of craftspeople, increase public appreciation of and access to this work and nurture an understanding for the contribution craft makes to culture and the economy. * 7 kilometer(s) from Van Dusen Botanical Gardens * 10 kilometer(s) from Museum of Anthropology, Whose mission is to investigate, preserve and present objects and expressions of human creativity in order to promote understanding of and respect for world cultures. * 18 kilometer(s) from Burnaby Village Museum

Museums:

Events:

* May 5, Adidas Vancouver International Marathon * May 27 to June 2, Vancouver International Children's Festival * May 30 to June 2, Van Dusen Flower and Garden Show * June 12 to September 22, Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival * June 21 to June 23, Alcan Dragon Boat Festival (tentative) * June 21 to June 30, du Maurier International Jazz Festival * July and August, International Fireworks Competition * July 21 to July 30, Vancouver Folk Music Festival * July 22 to August 3, Vancouver Chamber Music Festival * July 26 to July 28, Molson Indy Vancouver * July 31, August 3, 7 and 10, HSBC Powersmart "Celebration of Light" * August 1 to August 11, Festival Vancouver * August 4, Vancouver Gay Pride Parade * August 8 to August 12, Tall Ships Challenge 2002 Pacific Coast - Historic Steveston Village * August 9 to August 11, Abbotsford International Airshow * August 17 to September 2, Pacific National Exhibition * August 17 to September 2, Fair of the Century, Pacific National Exhibition * August 26 to September 1, Air Canada Championship (PGA Tour) * September 26 to October 11, Vancouver International Film Festival

Events:

Corporate Locations:

* .2 kilometer(s) from Safeway * .2 kilometer(s) from London Drugs * 1.5 kilometer(s) from Molson * 2 kilometer(s) from The Bay * 2 kilometer(s) from Sears * 3 kilometer(s) from A&B Sound * 3 kilometer(s) from BC Hydro * 3 kilometer(s) from Canadian Tire * 3 kilometer(s) from Home Depot * 6 kilometer(s) from Rona Revy * 12 kilometer(s) from Telus * 15 kilometer(s) from Labatts * 16 kilometer(s) from Toshiba * 37 kilometer(s) from BC Gas

Corporate Locations:

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