Situated in British Columbia, the bustling city of Vancouver is one of the most popular cities in Canada. The city is beautiful at any time of the year. The huge city has everything to spoil the tourists from all over the world. If you are planning to have a budget vacation in Vancouver, you can start with budget accommodations.
Check out the eight best budget hotels in downtown Vancouver below!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. Barclay Hotel (from USD 95)
Great value for money, especially for budget travelers. Cheapest rate for the area.
Clean and tidy rooms, friendly and accommodating staff, convenient location for walking to attractions and public transportation.
Fantastic downtown location, close to Stanley Park, restaurants, and shops. Easy access to public transportation and nearby attractions.
Plenty of nearby dining options, such as restaurants, cafes, and breakfast places. However, some guests wished for included breakfast and in-room coffee facilities.
The historic Barclay hotel is situated right in the heart of Vancouver, not far from the beautiful Stanley Park. For a budget hotel, this hotel offers great facilities, such as the free wireless internet, a flat screen cable TV, and an en-suite bathroom. There is an on-site bar called the Den Bar if you feel the need to relax at night over some drinks.
Barclay Hotel
Address: 1348 Robson Street
1.35 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
2. Victorian Hotel (from USD 125)
The Victorian Hotel is among the popular budget hotels in Vancouver. The charming hotel was built in 1898 and features hardwood floors, high ceilings, and complex moldings. Some of the rooms offer private bathrooms, whereas some others do not. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Don’t worry about breakfast because you can enjoy delicious breakfast with no additional charge.
Victorian Hotel
Address: 514 Homer Street
710 meters (0.5 ft) from Canada Place
3. Samesun Vancouver (from USD 61)
Affordable for a central location, but prices have shot up in the last two years.
Free breakfast, spacious common areas, daily hostel activities, and a bar on-site.
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, with easy access to public transport and tourist attractions.
Decent complimentary breakfast with a variety of options, but can get crowded and chaotic.
This budget hotel offers private and shared rooms to its guests. While free WiFi is provided in all rooms, only the private rooms have small refrigerators and flat screen televisions. Booking a room in the Samesun Vancouver, you will get a complimentary breakfast every day.
Breakfast options include hard-boiled eggs, muffins, cereals, bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice. In addition, the hotel features an on-site bar, a movie room, and a kitchen. Moreover, there is a billiards table where you can kill time playing billiards.
Samesun Vancouver
Address: 1018 Granville Street
1.41 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
4. Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre (from USD 129)
The Sandman Hotel Vancouver is a superb budget hotel as it features an indoor pool, a modern fitness center, and a hot tub. Every room of the hotel is equipped with a private bathroom with free toiletries, a flat screen TV, a coffee maker and a seating area. The strategic location of the hotel makes it easy and convenient for you to explore the city. There are many restaurants, entertainments and shopping shops close by the hotel.
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown
Address: 180 West Georgia Street
1.14 km (0.8 mi) from Canada Place
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5. The Burrard (from USD 169)
Situated three blocks from the Robson Street shopping area, the Hotel The Burrard boasts its outdoor lounge and on-site coffee shop for guests to sit back, relax and just enjoy the day. Every room guarantees maximum comfort and features a flat screen cable TV, a fridge, and a Nespresso coffee machine. If you need to surf the internet, you can access the WiFi free of charge. There is also a ping pong table if you are interested in playing some ping pong game with your accompaniment. Or maybe, you can challenge a guest to play against you.
The Burrard
Address: 1100 Burrard Street
1.58 km (1.0 mi) from Canada Place
6. HI Vancouver Downtown (from USD 42)
Good value for money, especially compared to hotels and AirBnBs in Vancouver.
Spacious common rooms, well-equipped shared lounge with foosball and pool tables.
Conveniently located near cafes, restaurants, bus stops, and easy to reach via public transit.
Big dining area, kitchen is cleaned, but limited dining options nearby.
A convenient location, a nice accommodation, excellent services, a small but super comfortable bed…the HI Vancouver Downtown promises you nothing but the best stay in the hostel. All guest rooms of this hostel feature heating and natural daylight. There are shared bathroom facilities offered in every dormitory room.
There is a public kitchen that guests can use for free. Breakfast is included when you book a room here. You can enjoy delicious muffins, bagels, and cereals as well as fruits and juice. You can relax on the rooftop patio and have a great view of the city. You can also play billiards in the game room or pick a book to read from the hostel’s library for your relaxation.
HI Vancouver Downtown - Hostel
Address: 1114 Burnaby Street
1.88 km (1.2 mi) from Canada Place
7. HI Vancouver Central (from USD 26)
The HI Vancouver Central is one of the nicest budget hotels in downtown Vancouver. You can enjoy a buffet breakfast as well as tea and coffee for free. Every room is a dormitory room, which is simple but beautifully furnished and comes with a shared bathroom. There is a dining area that is equipped with microwaves, toasters, refrigerators, and kettles. Feel free to socialize with other guests in the lounge.
HI Vancouver Central
Address: 1025 Granville Street
1.42 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
8. The Buchan Hotel (from USD 69)
Set in the West End of the city center, every room of the Buchan Hotel is equipped with a cable TV and a radio. Some rooms come with en-suite bathrooms. WiFi can be accessed for free from your room. The hotel also serves coffee and tea in the common lounge and you can enjoy them without an additional charge. During your stay at this hotel, you can walk to the beach near the hotel or explore the city center.
The Buchan Hotel
Address: 1906 Haro Street
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Canada Place
Budget hotel or luxury hotel?
It really is up to you whether to stay in a budget hotel or a luxury hotel while in Vancouver. But, why spend more money to book a room in a luxury hotel when you can book a room in a budget hotel and enjoy more or less the same comfort?
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