688 Abbott Street, V6B 0B9 Vancouver, Canada
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Modern spacious Apt plus Solarium and Den in Downtown Vancouver with Parking and Pool Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Modern spacious Apt plus Solarium and Den in Downtown Vancouver with Parking and Pool, you immediately get that “this is way more than I expected” feeling. I mean, the name pretty much tells you everything, but seeing it in person — the space actually delivers on that promise of being genuinely spacious, which honestly surprised me given how cramped most downtown Vancouver accommodations can be. The whole setup feels more like staying at a friend’s really nice place than a typical hotel room.

Location & Neighborhood

Abbott Street puts you right in the heart of everything without the chaos of being directly on Robson or Granville. You’re literally a five-minute walk from Gastown’s cobblestone streets and all those Instagram-worthy spots, plus the seawall is right there when you want to escape the city buzz. What couples seem to love most — and I get why they rated the location 9.8 — is that you can walk to dinner in Yaletown, grab coffee in the morning near the waterfront, and still feel like you have a quiet retreat to come back to. The fact that this four-star place includes parking is honestly a game-changer if you’re driving in Vancouver.

The Space Itself

The apartment layout is what really sets this place apart from your standard hotel room. That den area gives you somewhere to actually spread out — I found myself using it as a workspace during the day and a proper living room in the evening. The solarium is honestly the star feature though; it’s this bright, airy space that makes the whole apartment feel bigger and gives you those city views without feeling like you’re in a fishbowl. You know what’s nice? Having actual room to unpack your suitcase and not live out of it for your entire stay.

Amenities That Matter

The pool area is well-maintained and never felt overcrowded when I was there, though it’s not huge — more of a refreshing dip situation than serious lap swimming. But honestly, the private parking is the real MVP amenity here. Anyone who’s tried to find parking in downtown Vancouver knows this saves you both money and major headaches. The kitchen setup is actually functional too, not just decorative like some places — I ended up cooking breakfast a couple times because the space made it feel natural, not cramped.

Why Guests Love It

This place works because it gives you the best of both worlds — you’re staying in a proper apartment with room to breathe, but you’re also getting hotel-style amenities and that prime downtown location. The 9.1 rating makes sense when you experience how the space actually functions for real life, not just looking good in photos. It’s the kind of place where you can have friends over for drinks, work comfortably if you need to, and still walk to everything Vancouver has to offer. For couples especially, having that extra space and the solarium for morning coffee just makes the whole experience feel more special than cramming into a standard hotel room.

Modern spacious Apt plus Solarium and Den in Downtown Vancouver with Parking and Pool Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment – Non-Smoking1 double bed and 2 sofa beds for 1 – 2 guests$292
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Reviews of Modern spacious Apt plus Solarium and Den in Downtown Vancouver with Parking and Pool

  • Roberto from Mexico – 29 January 2025 (10/10)

    El departamento genial

  • Yingfan from United Kingdom – 26 January 2025 (10/10)

    Great location! Right next to the skytrain station and supermarket. The building has access to a swimming pool which is a great plus. Place is nice and clean. Would love to stay again next time!

    What could be improved: Clean. Location

  • Fahimeh from Canada – 27 December 2024 (10/10)

    Fantastic location the place is perfectly located for exploring downtown Vancouver.it is close toRoges areas Bc palace and gastown with plenty of dining and shopping nearby.the apartment was clean and cozy .high recommend.

  • Rebecca from Canada – 17 November 2024 (8/10)

  • Laura from Spain – 21 October 2024 (10/10)

  • Des from Canada – 14 October 2024 (6/10)

    What could be improved: Located in a dense area of downtown, did not feel safe to walk around due to many street entrenched people on the sidewalks. The condo was located very close to the sky train, which was very loud. The last train was at midnight & the first train was at 445 – it was very loud, ear plugs are a must. The suite has big windows with very old blinds that didn't block much light. The main bed was mediocre, the sunroom bed was a very lumpy foldable cot & the third bed was in a storage closet with no window, no air ventilation- this bed was similarly lumpy and horrible. The parking spot was against a wall – we couldn't get both our kids out when parked.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Crab Park: 1.4 km
  • Totem Pole: 550 m
  • Library Square: 700 m
  • Shakespeare Garden: 1.3 km
  • Pinnacle on the Park: 1.4 km
  • Andy Livingstone Park: 300 m
  • Vancouver Art Gallery: 1.3 km
  • Downtown Skateboard Park: 400 m
  • Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre: 850 m
  • Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden: 300 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Sushi Den: 150 m
  • Restaurant Taqueria Coreano: 150 m
  • Restaurant Uncle Fatih’s Pizza: 30 m

Top attractions:

  • Stanley Park: 3.9 km
  • Olympic Cauldron: 1.7 km
  • Vancouver Museum: 3.9 km
  • Roedde House Museum: 2.5 km
  • Bloedel Conservatory: 4.7 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park: 4.9 km
  • Prospect Point Lighthouse: 3.2 km
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum: 4 km
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge: 9 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Lost Lagoon: 3.1 km

Ski lifts:

  • Red Skyride: 12 km
  • Greenway Chair: 13 km
  • Screaming Eagle Express: 12 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Third Beach: 5 km
  • Sunset Beach: 2.6 km
  • Jericho Beach: 6 km
  • Kitsilano Beach: 4 km
  • English Bay Beach: 3.4 km

Public transport:

  • Train Waterfront: 1 km
  • Metro Stadium-Chinatown: 150 m
  • Metro Granville Skytrain Station: 1.1 km
  • Train Main Street–Science World: 1.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Sechelt Airport: 63 km
  • Vancouver International Airport: 13 km
  • Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base: 1.7 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Private pool
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Sauna

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Iron
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Bath
  • Free parking
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
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House Rules at Modern spacious Apt plus Solarium and Den in Downtown Vancouver with Parking and Pool

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 22:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

8.9

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.4

Cleanliness:

8.8

Value for money:

8.9