12 Best Cheap Airbnbs In Vancouver, Canada - Updated 2024

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Vancouver is a great place to travel to. There are so many cultural activities that keep happening in Vancouver. It is also known to be the culinary capital of Canada. It is a bustling city with farmlands and villages constituting a large population. Surrounded by hills and greenery, Vancouver has also been a popular place for film shoots over the years. Vancouver’s Art Gallery is very well-known for its display and exhibition of original works of art by regional artists. There is no end to exploring the richness of both the cultural and the scenic beauty of the city. With plenty of accommodation options to choose from in Vancouver, such as a waterfront Airbnb or one in the downtown area, it is easy to get confused. If you’ve decided to visit, then check out the best cheap Airbnbs in Vancouver, Canada, 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 07, 2024.

1. Bright and convenient basement suite (from USD 44)

This basement suite is perfect for people who want an Airbnb that offers a monthly rental in Vancouver. It’s a cosy and comfortable space with lots of natural light streaming in.

You’ll have access to a full kitchen, which is super convenient if you want to prepare light meals when you want. Plus, there’s a private washroom just for you, ensuring complete privacy during your stay. The location is highly convenient for regular grocery shopping and conveyance as two sky train stations and departmental stores are within walking distance.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
5.86 km (3.7 mi) from Canada Place
81 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guest suite 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed and couch were wonderfully comfortable and there was everything one might need available
this apartment is comfortable and the neighbourhood is quiet
Cleanliness:
danna's place was nice clean and very cozy
place was clean had everything you need
it was clean and simple
wonderful place super clean and cozy
danna is nice and friendly person her place is very clean it had everything i need
Host:
great place and friendly host
dana is such a great host
wonderful host always available and quick to respond
the host is very kind and caring communication is clear and quick
she communicates quickly and she is very kind when we were in trouble so we were relieved
Location:
great location close to shops and transit
easy to move around with very close public transportation stops where buses to downtown pass regularly
great location near bus and skytrain stations supermarkets and restaurants
really enjoyed my stay; the location was ideal and super easy for groceries/transit
there's also save on foods close by which i found great for grocery shopping
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2. Cosy private room for working professionals (from USD 34)

Working professionals or students looking for a cheap one-bedroom apartment in Vancouver, this place is ideal for you! The room is filled with lots of natural light, and it even comes with a study desk. The bathroom is shared but don’t worry, there’s a private storage area to keep your belongings secure. You’ll also have access to the kitchen, so you can prepare light meals whenever you want.

You’ll find a variety of shops and restaurants nearby. Public transport is also nearby, specifically the Main Street Bus, making it super convenient to explore the city during the day as well as the night. So if you feel like partying in the best nightclubs in Vancouver after a long day of work, you’ll have plenty of options to travel back to your room.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
5.47 km (3.4 mi) from Canada Place
28 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 1 Guest 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 1

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
perfect and cosy room with all amenities you need
Cleanliness:
terri’s place is clean and bright with thoughtful touches like notepads and pens and a map to the area
the room/living area & bathroom are so tidy & clean
the house itself was lovely and clean with all the amenities i needed for a long term stay
Host:
terri is a great host
they were caring and friendly
she is so kind and welcoming
terri is an amazing host the place is kept well organised and the company is wonderful too
terri is a really good airbnb host
Location:
great location easy access to queen elizabeth park
terri’s place is a dream such a convenient location close to transport
terri (and everyone else too) is so nice and helpful nice location and cute pets to see
here is the best place
wonderful place to stay in vancouver close to public transport and very affordable lovely host and family
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3. Apartment located between Yaletown and West End (from USD 109)

The apartment is only a few minutes away from the premium bars, nightclubs, restaurants, and other tourist attractions in Vancouver. This Airbnb accommodation is furnished to maximize comfort by offering an extra bed in the living room apart from the queen bed in the bedroom. There is a television to keep you entertained inside the house. You can cook your meals in the fully equipped kitchen.

This is also a pet-friendly apartment and the guest needs to communicate to the owner beforehand regarding the stay of any pet. Parking space is available on the premises as well.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.37 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
82 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
in-room ac a little loud but worked well
it was so nice having a full kitchen as well
free parking can be found under the apartment complex in a garage which is included in the airbnb
Cleanliness:
clean and tidy space
very clean smells good
the place was clean and offered everything we needed
the house is pretty clean and at the centre of dt
this apartment is plain but clean
Host:
the parking spot is very helpful
host was responsive and everything was clean
amazing location great value and helpful host super clean perfect for short stays
Location:
nice central location in downtown vancouver
nice location and wonderful apartment
great location walking distance to a lot of downtown spots
excellent location and very nice
lovely location close right in the heart of downtown
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4. Flat very close to Yaletown station (from USD 145)

A private room with a bathroom is made available to the guests along with a kitchen where they can cook their meals. Amenities in the building that the guests can access are a sauna, a pool, a hot tub, and a gym. There is also a washer and a dryer in the building which can be accessed by the guests. Public transport is accessible from near and around this place and the prime attractions of the city are nearby, including the best night markets. David Lam Park, English Bay beaches, Stanley Park, Granville Street and Robson Street are very close to this place.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from Canada Place
59 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the sea view of the room is perfect
the wireless internet worked well and the bed was comfortable
views from the room better than can be shown in the pictures
the bed and living rooms have stunning views of the water with floor to ceiling glass
the room is large and clean and the view is spectacular
Cleanliness:
the room he provides is large clean and the washroom is clean
the bathroom was a bit dated but very clean
the secured parking was great and the apartment nice and clean with a spectacular view
amazing place bigger than expected and really clean
Host:
what a nice host you are
absolutely wonderful host and place to stay
always responsive to our questions
great host and very helpfull with local knowledge
overall an excellent 'feel at home' kind of stay
Location:
great location in yaletown walking distance to many restaurants
the apartment is super central and everything is in walking distance (or bike;))
the location is super great inside downtown and highly accessible to all tourist spots
perfect location to stay for a first trip to vancouver
abi’s place is a hidden gem in a great location
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5. Fine penthouse bedroom

This is a cosy private room with a double bed, an en suite bathroom, and a fridge. It also affords a fantastic view of the city, the sea, and the mountains owing to its floor-to-ceiling windows. The kitchenette, which will be shared by all the guests living and sharing in the apartment , has everything but a stove so you can store and heat food but can’t carry out heavy-duty cooking. There is a television available in the common room for everyone to share. There are five rooms available on this floor, hence if you are a large group then you can rent it to yourselves. A gym is also in the building that can be accessed by the guests.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.01 km (0.7 mi) from Canada Place
125 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great room with a beautiful view
very simple room with a great view
the room has ac which was nice as it faces west
super room with amazing views in a nice area in town
hard but comfortable bed stunning view perfect location
Cleanliness:
sparkling clean and comfortable
super clean 10/10 very nice
very clean with a comfortable bed
the place was incredibly clean and all communication was quick and clear
the room and bathroom are very clean
Host:
host is super available
amazing host breanne was so thoughtful and quick to respond to any questions we had
as for he host she’s fantastic responds quickly and adapts to your schedule
great host thanks for everything breanne
the host is great too instant communication and response times
Location:
great location in downtown vancouver
great location for downtown
the location is great
great location as well
the location was perfect very convenient to many shops restaurants and public transportation
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6. Newly renovated house at a discount

This is a luxury apartment with tall windows, a 50-inch (127-cm) cable television and a fully stocked kitchen so that regular visits to the grocery stores won’t be required and complimentary breakfast will also be provided to the guests. A washer and a dryer is available along with free detergent. Toiletries are also provided to the guests. There is a dining area to sit and eat meals and the kitchen adorns a Quartz counter-top. There is also a patio that provides a great view of the city. Attractions like Seawall, Granville Street, Chinatown, and Stanley Park are at a walking distance from this place. There is a community center in the building if you want to experience local events.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
880 meters (0.6 ft) from Canada Place
108 reviews  
Entire condominium 2 Beds 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the space was very clean with an extremely comfortable bed and stunning balcony view
great tv in the living room with netflix
the apartment itself was very clean and fully furnished having all necessary amenities
beds were comfortable though second bedroom is on the smallish side
lovely touches like breakfast items and toiletries exceeded our expectations
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and she had great communication
extremely clean and user-friendly
very clean had everything we needed
the place was very clean as well and cozy
super clean and all the stuff you might need is there
Host:
the hosts were very responsive
hosts were very helpful
host was responsive to inquiries
hosts were very responsive to us
excellent host and super easy check in
Location:
great location for walking
great location next to transit
great location and very accommodating
great location to rogers arena
cozy condo at a great location near downtown
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7. Comfortable flat in downtown Vancouver

You will have your private room and will be sharing the bathroom with another individual. The kitchen is fully equipped, there is a balcony to sit and relax in, and a washer and a dryer is available inside the apartment to do your laundry. Basic toiletries like soap and shampoo are provided to the guests. There is free WiFi that you can use to carry out work and for your entertainment. There is also a free gym in the building that can be accessed by the guest at all times. All forms of entertainment are only within a five-minute radius from this place because it is almost in the heart of the city.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.24 km (0.8 mi) from Canada Place
61 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

8. Upscale apartment in the downtown area

The room provides an amazing view of the city overlooking the skyscrapers and Granville Street. There is a common area with a 40-inch (101.6-cm) television where you can watch your favourite shows on Netflix. There are a lot of great places to visit around this place. Discover nice places, restaurants, and markets. The kitchen is accessible to all the guests staying in the apartment and guests in each of the rooms will be provided with separate toiletries, towel, bed sheets, linen and an umbrella for their use because the rain in Vancouver can be really bad.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
905 meters (0.6 ft) from Canada Place
34 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

9. Cosy private room in a lavish apartment

This is a one-bedroom and one-bathroom apartment. The kitchen is fully equipped and both the living area, with a 40-inch (101.6-cm) television, can be shared by the guests with the owner. Basic toiletries, such as shampoo and soap and other things like tea, coffee, bed sheets, towels, linens, and an umbrella will be provided to the guest owing to the frequent showers in Vancouver. There is also free parking available either on the street or the parkade next to the building. The house is close to the attractions in Vancouver.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.43 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
200 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 1 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathrooms

10. Apartment overlooking the ocean

This apartment has a balcony that affords a beautiful view of the ocean. It has a cable television in the living area and an in-suite laundry facility. The building has a heated indoor pool, a hot tub, and a gym, all of which are open 24 hours. Basic toiletries, bed sheets, linen and towels are provided to the guest. There is also a full body massage chair at your disposal. Stanley Park is around if you would like to take a nice jog. Grocery stores, supermarkets, and all the attractions of Vancouver, including the Convention Center, Westin Bayshore Hotel, Stanley Park, the cruise ship terminal, Canada Place, Pacific Shopping Mall, and Robson shopping street are all at a walking distance from this place.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.04 km (0.7 mi) from Canada Place
67 reviews  
Entire apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

11. Ideal rental for women or couples

At this accommodation, there will be a private room for the guest and they will also have access to the kitchen and the bathroom. The apartment is at a walking distance to major places in Vancouver. Good restaurants with bars, Robson shopping street, Rogers Arena, Vancouver Convention Center, Queen Elizabeth Theater, Orpheum Theater, Gas Town, and BC Place Stadium are at a walking distance from this place. Yale sky trains and buses can be availed from a distance of five minutes from the apartment. The owner is always available to provide any kind of help to the guests.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.42 km (0.9 mi) from Canada Place
57 reviews  
Private room in apartment 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

12. Luxurious room with an amazing view

This apartment is close to everything in the city, including Blenz, H Mart, Bestbuy, Winners, Starbucks, CF Centre, Nordstrom and Microsoft among others. There are several shopping malls and restaurants at a little distance from the place. The washroom and the kitchen are common areas that can be shared by the guests with their hosts and the hosts are available for any suggestion regarding good places to visit, eat, and drink at. There is free WiFi and also a gym present in the complex, which is accessible to the guests.

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
994 meters (0.7 ft) from Canada Place
14 reviews  
Private room in condominium 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the communication with sarah it’s great the apartment it’s well ubicated and near from all the amenities
Cleanliness:
clean and great location
Host:
very responsive and a great host
youhee was an excellent host and extremely responsive
Location:
great location very responsive host
great central place great hospitality
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While discovering the beauty of Vancouver, enjoy the best accommodation options

Finding a good place to stay is very important to completely enjoy the beauty of a specific location. So, we have specifically picked a variety of affordable Airbnb rentals in Vancouver, that you can choose from to suit yourself and your budget. They are all great options.

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