1001 Hornby St #2951, V6Z 3A5 Vancouver, Canada
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Embarc Vancouver Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Embarc Vancouver, you immediately get that sleek, modern condo vibe rather than your typical hotel lobby experience. This four-star property sits right on Hornby Street, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better — I mean, you’re literally in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The building itself has that glass-and-steel aesthetic that fits perfectly with the city’s skyline, and there’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that feels more like a temporary home than just another hotel room.

Location That Actually Matters

You know what’s great about this spot? You can walk to pretty much everything worth seeing in Vancouver. Coal Harbour is right there for waterfront strolls, Robson Street shopping is a few blocks away, and the seawall — well, that’s practically at your doorstep. I’ve stayed in a lot of downtown Vancouver hotels, and this location really does hit that sweet spot where you’re central but not drowning in tourist chaos. The fact that couples rate the location 9.9 out of 10 makes total sense when you realize you can walk to dinner, catch a show, or just wander the waterfront without needing transportation.

The Suite Life

These aren’t your standard hotel rooms — they’re actual apartment-style suites with full kitchens, which changes everything about how you experience the city. Having a proper kitchen means you can grab fresh ingredients from the nearby markets (Lonsdale Quay is a quick trip) and actually cook if you want to. The suites are spacious and modern, with floor-to-ceiling windows that give you those Vancouver views you came for. It’s the kind of setup where you could easily stay for a week and feel completely comfortable.

Amenities Worth Using

The fitness center is actually well-equipped — not just a couple of sad treadmills in a basement somewhere. After a day of exploring the city, that hot tub becomes your best friend, especially if you’ve been walking the seawall or hiking the local trails. Having parking available on-site is honestly a huge relief in downtown Vancouver, where finding a spot can be a nightmare. It’s one of those practical details that you don’t think about until you need it, and then you’re really grateful it’s there.

Why Guests Love It

This place works because it gives you the best of both worlds — the services and amenities of a quality hotel with the space and flexibility of having your own place in the city. The 9.1 rating reflects what you actually experience: a property that’s well-maintained, perfectly located, and designed for people who want to live in Vancouver for a few days rather than just pass through. Whether you’re here for business, exploring the city with someone special, or just need a comfortable base for Vancouver adventures, Embarc Vancouver delivers without trying too hard to impress.

Embarc Vancouver Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Studio1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
One-Bedroom Suite1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
One-Bedroom Suite with Two Bath1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Embarc Vancouver

  • Vanessa from Australia (10/10)

    The floor to ceiling windows across the entire room framed perfectly the beautiful view of the snow capped mountains. We arrived very early on a Sunday morning and they had our room ready by 10am which we greatly appreciated. We are back in Vancouver in a few weeks and will definitely stay again.

  • Kph from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Sara, in customer services, was absolutely brilliant and really helpful and informative.

  • Emma from United Kingdom (10/10)

    The self contained room was spacious and very clean. It had everything you could possibly want

  • Chris from Australia (10/10)

    Great location, very comfortable accommodation.

  • Chris from Australia (9/10)

    Great location, easy parking, fantastic outlook and good facilities.

  • Krista from United States (10/10)

    Omg, the view! This property exists on the some of the highest floors inside the infamous Wall Centre building. It was so worth it to stay here.

  • Brad from Australia (8/10)

    The location of the Embarc was great- close to cafes and restaurants, easy to get around and central to accessing tourist attractions. Staying at the Embarc at the beginning of our holiday enabled us to rest, organise ourselves with ease, and orientate to Vancouver.

  • Rory from Australia (10/10)

    The staff could not do enough for us, especially the front desk.

  • David from United States (10/10)

    The staff was OUTSTANDING!!!
    They accommodated out every need.
    Early checking to late checkout!!
    Will always stay there and try other of their properties!!!!

  • Robert from Canada (9/10)

    clean and modern

Facilities

View:

  • City view

General:

  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Coffee machine

Parking:

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Services:

  • Concierge service
  • Dry cleaning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Food & Drink:

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • French

Safety & security:

  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
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House Rules at Embarc Vancouver

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.8

Comfort:

9.5

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

9.4

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

8.6