Best Western Plus Sands

Imagine waking up to ocean breezes and the energy of downtown Vancouver just outside your window.

At the Best Western Plus Sands, you are steps from English Bay Beach, Stanley Park, and the city’s most iconic attractions. Whether you are here for a weekend escape or a longer stay, this eco-certified hotel offers a seamless blend of comfort, convenience, and local flavor. Each of the 121 individually styled rooms features cozy bedding, marble-finished bathrooms, mini-fridges, microwaves, and Nespresso machines. Selected rooms offer balconies with partial ocean or city views. Guests can enjoy in-room dining from The Park Pub, or head downstairs for hearty meals, live sports, and nightly entertainment. The hotel also features a modern fitness suite, daily housekeeping, and a unique indoor golf simulator bar for added fun. Vancouver’s calendar is packed with unforgettable events. Time your visit with the Honda Celebration of Light, a multi-night fireworks competition over English Bay, or the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, which transforms the city into a playground of sound. Spring brings the Cherry Blossom Festival, while summer welcomes Pride Week, Khatsahlano Music + Art Festival, and Bard on the Beach, a Shakespearean theatre experience in Vanier Park. Explore nearby Robson Street for shopping, Granville Island for artisan markets, or Science World and the Vancouver Aquarium for family-friendly fun. With the Vancouver Convention Centre and financial district close by, business travelers are also well served. Whether you are strolling the seawall or catching a show, Best Western Plus Sands places you in the heart of it all. Discover the best of Vancouver from a hotel that feels like part of the city’s story.