The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spotless Bathrooms
“I was really impressed with the cleanliness of the bathrooms. They were well-maintained and made my stay comfortable!” view full review
Helpful Amenities
“Having a sink in the room was a huge convenience, making it easy to freshen up without having to leave!” view full review
Safe Environment
“The combination lock on the front door provided a strong sense of security throughout my stay.” view full review
Reliable Wifi
“I was thrilled that the wifi worked just outside my room. After traveling a lot, it was great to have internet access nearby!” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Services
Laundry
Children
Board games
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Heating
Room decor
Curtains
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Location
577 Richards St.,
Vancouver,
Canada,
V6B 2Z5,
British Columbia
Map view
577 Richards St.,
Vancouver,
Canada,
V6B 2Z5,
British Columbia
City landmarks
Parks
Stanley Park
1.9
mi
Harbor
Canada Place
4500 ft
Broadway Theatre
Granville Island
1.7
mi
Aquarium
Vancouver Aquarium
1.4
mi
Museums
Science World at TELUS World of Science
4200 ft
Gallery
Vancouver Art Gallery Offsite
3700 ft
Island trip
1.8
mi
Stadiums
BC Place
2600 ft
555 West Hastings Street
Harbour Centre Lookout Tower
2400 ft
Vancouver
Vancouver Downtown
3200 ft
200-1226 Hamilton St
Yaletown
3700 ft
1610 Robson St Suite 208
Robson Street
1.0
mi
Convention Center
Vancouver Convention Centre
4300 ft
1055 Canada Pl
Olympic Cauldron
5000 ft
Broadway Theatre
The Orpheum
3400 ft
355 Burrard Street
Marine Building
3900 ft
Gallery
Spirit Wrestler Gallery
2200 ft
Gallery
Bill Reid Gallery
3100 ft
240 Cordova St E Gastown
Vancouver Police Museum & Archives
3900 ft
Harbor
False Creek
1.1
mi
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
3600 ft
Parks
Coal Harbour
1.1
mi
Museums
Roedde House Museum
1.4
mi
Parks
Barclay Heritage Square
1.3
mi
Nearby
Garden
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
2000 ft
Square
Gastown
1800 ft
cnr Water & Cambie Sts
Steam Clock
2000 ft
Libraries
Vancouver Public Library
1800 ft
350 Georgia St W
Library Square
1500 ft
432 Homer St
Jimi Hendrix Shrine
700 ft
Restaurants
Ramen Gojiro
200 ft
501 Dunsmuir St
Meat & Bread
1300 ft
370 Cambie St Hastings
Sushi Home
200 ft
509 Dunsmuir St
Pokerrito
300 ft
991 Hornby St
Pita Wrap Cafe
300 ft
565 Dunsmuir St
Did's Pizza
300 ft
575 Dunsmuir St
Baghdad Cafe
600 ft
548 Seymour St
JJ Bean Coffee
400 ft
425 Dunsmuir St
Ha Long Bay
600 ft
430 Pender St W
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
58%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Charming building
Poor cleanliness
Unresponsive staff
5.8/10
Guest rating
Rooms
5.0
Location
8.7
Service
5.9
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
5.8/10
based on 9 reviews
6.0
6.0/10 based on 626 reviews
Harold
United States of America,
December
2024
7.2/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is excellent, making it easy to explore the city, and the staff were really friendly and helpful. However, the basic accommodations left a bit to be desired, especially regarding cleanliness and noise levels. The value for money is okay, but some improvements would enhance the stay.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were very basic and could use some upgrades, like a fan for warmer nights. Cleanliness could also use improvement as I noticed some dust and less-than-ideal floor conditions.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and quite helpful during my stay, which made a big difference.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, right next to many attractions and convenient for sightseeing.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were lacking; the shared bathrooms were clean, but the lack of enough sockets and no common kitchen were disappointing.
Robert
United States of America,
December
2024
6.8/10
The hostel is centrally located, just a five-minute walk to Canada Place and the Waterfront train station, making it convenient for exploration. The staff was friendly, and fresh towels were provided, which added a nice touch. However, the rooms were quite hot, and the cooking facilities were very limited. For three people, our room felt cramped, and there were quite a few stairs to navigate with our luggage, which was a hassle.
Rooms
5.0
The room was small for three people and uncomfortably hot, making it less ideal for a longer stay.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, offering assistance with luggage during check-in and check-out.
Location
9.0
I found the location to be great, just a short walk from major attractions like Canada Place and the Waterfront station.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
The cooking facilities were quite limited, and while the old building had character, it also meant some dated amenities.
Chris
United States of America,
November
2024
5.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hostel. On the plus side, the location is really convenient for exploring the city, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. However, my room was not up to par; it was quite dirty, and I had trouble sleeping due to noise from the street. While it’s affordable, I’d recommend paying a bit more for a better stay elsewhere.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were dirty and uncomfortable; mine had muddy footprints on the blanket, and the shower floor was slimy.
Service
5.0
Service was friendly, but check-in took a long time, and reception was closed when I checked out in the morning.
Location
9.0
The location is great for sightseeing, really close to many attractions.
Dining
5.0
I didn't have a dining experience here, but the kitchen facilities were very limited.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were quite basic and not well maintained, which was disappointing.
José
United States of America,
November
2024
5.0/10
Overall, my stay at this hotel was disappointing due to the cleanliness issues and the presence of pests. While the location was great, the room quality did not meet expectations, and the service was lacking. I suggest looking elsewhere for a more pleasant experience.
Rooms
5.0
The room cleanliness was unacceptable, with muddy footprints on the blanket and hairs on the sheets. The bed was also very creaky, which disturbed our sleep.
Service
5.0
The service was not responsive, and the front desk staff didn't handle the mouse situation well, showing little concern for our discomfort.
Location
7.0
The hotel is situated in a cool, old building in a great location, but that alone isn't enough to compensate for the other issues.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
The facilities could use significant upgrades, as the shared bathroom was grim and not well-maintained.
Great location
Poor cleanliness
Herbert
United States of America,
November
2024
7.8/10
I enjoyed my stay at this budget hostel for a few days. The atmosphere is quite nice, and it's conveniently located near a sky train and in central Vancouver, making it easy to explore. The staff were friendly and helpful, which added to the experience. However, the dorm rooms are pretty small, and there's no proper kitchen for self-catering, so keep that in mind if you’re on a tight budget.
Rooms
7.0
The dorms are small, accommodating four beds per room, which can feel cramped.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and accommodating, always ready to help.
Location
10.0
It's close to the sky train and a fantastic ramen place, making it a great base for getting around the city.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
There isn't a proper kitchen, which is a downside if you want to save on meals.
Aaron
United States of America,
November
2024
6.2/10
This hostel has a great location near Gastown, but there are several areas in need of improvement. The rooms were small and lacked adequate power outlets. The shared bathrooms left much to be desired, with cleanliness issues and limited space. While the staff was friendly, the facilities were lacking and noisy during the weekend.
Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was quite small and only had two power sockets, which made it difficult to charge devices, especially since there was no air conditioning.
Service
7.0
The staff was helpful and accommodating, especially during the day, but there wasn’t any staff presence after 5pm, which was inconvenient.
Location
9.0
The hostel is in a very convenient location, close to Gastown and the Skytrain station, which made getting around easy.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
The facilities could use some significant improvements. The bathrooms were not clean, and there was a lack of space and tools in the kitchens. During weekends, the noise level from partying guests was distracting.
Martha
United States of America,
October
2024
6.0/10
My stay at the hostel was a mixed bag. While the building itself was beautiful and the staff were friendly, I encountered several issues that made it less enjoyable. The cleanliness of the bathrooms was commendable and the location was ideal, right next to Gastown. However, the lack of proper facilities, such as kitchen tools and room amenities, coupled with noise disturbances from other guests, made my experience average at best.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were clean, but they were lacking in space and amenities. There weren't enough power outlets, and the heat could be overwhelming.
Service
5.0
While the staff were friendly and helpful, I found it frustrating that there was no staff present after 5pm to address issues.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, just steps away from Gastown and easily accessible via the Skytrain.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were limited, with no common kitchen and only a few small kitchenettes. Noise from parties hindered comfort.
Paul
United States of America,
August
2024
5.2/10
Overall, my stay at the hostel was quite disappointing. While the location is great, the cleanliness and comfort of the facilities fell short of expectations. The rooms were small, lacking proper ventilation and cleanliness, and the showers and toilets were not well maintained. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to my hopes for a cozy and welcoming experience.
Rooms
5.0
The room was very small and not clean, with only two power sockets available, which was quite inconvenient.
Service
5.0
The service was friendly, but that couldn’t outweigh the problems with the facilities.
Location
9.0
The location of the hostel is very good, being close to key attractions.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
There were very few kitchen facilities and the communal space was lacking; the bathrooms were not kept clean.
Jimmy
United States of America,
July
2024
5.0/10
I was really looking forward to my stay, but it turned out to be a bit of a letdown. While I did meet some great roommates and the location is decent, the experience was soured by poor management decisions and lack of facilities. The hostel could really improve on its kitchen space and room arrangements, making it a less than ideal place for a group. Unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend this hostel unless you're traveling solo or willing to pay more for private accommodations.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were somewhat cramped and got really hot at night, plus there were no night lamps to make the environment more comfortable.
Service
5.0
While the staff was polite, their management quickly fell short because of poor planning around bookings and room arrangements.
Location
7.0
It’s conveniently located near several attractions and right next to public transport, which was definitely a plus.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
The lack of a common kitchen and inadequate communal space made it less enjoyable. There were minimal tools available for cooking, which was frustrating.