Best Western PLUS Sands

The location right where we wanted to be for the fireworks and Pride parade

Getting there was quite difficult because of all the streets blocked off

I think we all know that the location of this landmark cannot be beat. It is in English Bay and it is also very close to the downtown core. Some rooms have a view (not all)…the cleaning staff and level of cleanliness is exceptional in the rooms, although the ground floor (general public areas) are not as clean. The comfort of the bed is off the charts and the front desk are laid back yet fast, HAPPY, helpful, and efficient at their jobs. I wish I could live in this hotel, it is very unpretentious and ultra convenient....across the street you have a massive drugs and electronics shop (London Drugs) with post office that is open Sundays...then right next door on the east side you have the best breakfast nook in Vancouver. On the right side, you have the legendary Bayside Lounge, which is just...an offbeat cocktail lounge/fun bar....further up Davie you have about 5 amazing street food restaurants, like the poutine place.

So...the ground floor of the hotel, which hosts a popular local bar, needs to be refurbished. They need to put in a business centre and/or somewhere for the paying guests to hang out. I guess the upstairs bathtubs need to be replaced, as well...I hope they are able to do this without disturbing the most excellent 50s-era pink tile. I personally feel the pub should be 'reigned in'…

Rooms are recently remodeled. Lots of plug ins and recharge sources. Big Television and in room coffee are a plus. Also, the best water pressure in the shower makes your shower a treat!

Small room

Friendly staff, particularly our server in the restaurant.

We were not able to turn down the heat in our room. Luckily the air conditioner worked, but was noisy. Other than that everything was great.

Location is perfect. Bus line right in front. Denman and Davie is close to Stanley Park and all the best restos. Try Dinesty for dimsum and Banana Leaf. There is live music downstairs in the bar on weekends