May 14, 2010
My husband and I stayed at the Metropolitan Hotel after a cruise
vacation. It is located downtown about a two minute drive from the
cruise ship terminal, and also located directly across the street from
the Pacific Center shopping mall. The hotel staff were wonderful and
easily accommodated our request for an early 8am check-in. We stayed in
a Luxury King room which was spacious, clean, quiet, comfortable and
from the 11th floor we had great views of the city. The bathroom is huge
and unlike the previous reviewer my 6'2" husband found the height of the
shower head to be just right. The hotel restaurant is very good and
there are several other eating options within an easy walk of the hotel.
Yaletown with shops and restaurants is about a 20 minute walk or take
the Canada line rail system located just one block from the hotel to
explore the city. There is building located next to the hotel that is
under going renovation, so there is construction noise during the day;
we requested a room on the opposite side of the hotel and the
construction noise did not bother us at all. Overall great stay and
highly recommend this hotel for it's pleasant staff, great location and
wonderful room.
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
May 9, 2010
We were able to get the room for about $145 out the door. a great price
for a hotel in the heart of it all. Everything is very clean, the staff
very professional.
The room felt very European to me in the way it was cruise ship
space-efficient. small entry, built in cabinetry, small room, but very
large bathroom. That was a nice plus, but the ceiling was only inches
from my head and the shower was only as high as my shoulder. . once
again, very Euro to my American frame. And the room had two TWIN beds,
which was unusual for me to see in North America, but mine was
surprisingly comfortable.
The bar is beautiful, very pleasing colors and music. Of course it is
pricey, but the drinks are stiff and the pours are good. No complaints
there overall.
Upon dropping the car off at the valet, $45 set a new record for
parking, especially in proportion to the room price. But everyone holds
the doors for you and assists in carrying any burdens you might present.
I felt like the captain of a ship upon entering and exiting every day.
So, at the price I paid, I feel it was a good value, and I consider
myself pretty fancy, but if I had paid $300 a night for two twin beds
and a shower I had to kneel to use, I would not be as happy. So this
hotel may not be for tall people.
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
Apr 28, 2010
We took advantage of their "Sweet love in the city" package for the last
night of our honeymoon. It was well worth it! We arrived and everyone
was extremely friendly. We got to our room and they had upgraded us...to
an incredible suite with a living room, private dining room, bar area
and extra bathroom. Incredible! This was a lovely surprise. Our bedroom
had a little balcony with a beautiful view of the city and a huge
bathroom that had great lighting for applying makeup. This is hard to
come by in hotels!
Our package included champagne and strawberries which the delivered
shortly after we arrived. It also included a floral bouquet which I was
surprised when the brought it up. I was expecting something very small
but the gal arrived with a huge bouquet of beautiful yellow/orange roses
tipped in red which she put on our dining room table and took one of the
roses and put it in my bathroom. Our package also included dinner at
their restaurant Diva. We called to find out if it might be possible to
have dinner served in our room and they were more than happy to
accommodate. We had an absolutely delicious dinner- we enjoyed their
tasting menu which was wonderful! Everything was very fresh and very
tasty. We greatly enjoyed it.
The next morning we received a Canadian breakfast delivered to our room
which was also part of our package. It was also delicious. We didn't
experience any of the construction noise that others have mentioned. We
had nothing but excellent customer service. We had a wonderful time and
would definitely go back and would recommend to friends. Thank you to
the metropolitan for making the last night of our honeymoon very
memorable!
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
Apr 17, 2010
The Metropolitan or The Met as the locals call it is currently getting a
bit of a hard time because of construction of another hotel next door.
But, if you are a business traveler and thus up before 9, or looking for
a weekend or midweek getaway where your agenda is not solely centered
around sleeping very late, then this is the place for you.
Conveniently located across the street from the Pacific Mall, and thus
in the heart of downtown, not to mention steps from the transit station,
getting around from the Met is simple. Less than 10 dollars by cab to
funky Yaletown, you've got it made.
We loved the executive king room. Amply sized (not palacial if that's
what you are looking for) and well appointed. Sparkling clean in every
respect with a nicely sized modern bathroom with a nice big shower head
and a good supply of toasty hot water. The bed was very very comfortable
with an ample selection of pillows. Decor is modern, tasteful and of
good quality in the executive room that we experienced. We found our
room quite nicely sound proof from hallway noise, quite different from
other hotels in which we have stayed recently in the area.
Front desk staff are friendly and efficient, bell staff/doormen and
valet were excellent and keen without being annoying. We did not love
the DIVA bar. It is a small spot (most of the room is dedicated to the
restaurant) which is not the problem. It should work well, with decent
ambiance and good furniture, it is just missing a little warmth. Wine
prices are in line with everywhere else, appy list is good, but there is
just a little somethin' somethin' missing.
We did not have any meals at the hotel, and thus can't comment if the
same feel translates to the restaurant or its meals and service.
Overall a fine place to stay, modern and comfortable but not lavish or
opulent. Reasonably priced for value and from an accommodation
standpoint a good 4 stars. We will stay here again and, like the
management, we'll be glad when the construction next door is complete so
it can be experienced at its best.
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
April 16, 2010
Wonderful central location, can walk almost everywhere. Very near the
Skytrain station with Canada Line service to and from the airport, very
convenient. Top of the line service, I felt like a valued and respected
guest. I asked for a high floor, room had large windows with city lights
view......no street noise at all. My second stay there, I'll be back.
Traveled with my 14 year old grandson, he really enjoyed the lovely
indoor pool and fitness center.
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
April 10, 2010
Just spent March 25-26 here on leisure weekend w/hubby, first time to
Vancouver. Location was perfect, .5 block away from subway (easy trip
from YVR) and we walked everywhere else. We chose this one from reading
positive reviews from others and it didn't disappoint. Hotel was very
clean and well cared for. Also got company discount on rate, so we
couldn't complain. Concierge helped us figure out the Canadian liquor
store differences, delivered our things to our room from the lobby and
was extremely friendly and professional. Our king bed was really
comfortable and pillows were dreamy. We were unable to sleep in late
(after 8 or so) on Friday and Saturday due to the massive neighboring
construction project (they said it was going to be done in the fall),
but what can you do...when construction wasn't going on, hotel was quite
quiet. Had a drink at Diva and the service was excellent. Right next to
everything and very walk able to Stanley Park, Chinatown & waterfront.
Rented bikes near Stanley Park and biked to Granville Island and really
saw the city. A+ experience!!
Guest Review of the Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver
April 4, 2010
Although they were doing construction next door during our stay, this
was a great hotel to stay in. The hotel staff was very helpful. The
rooms were typical hotel rooms, but the bathrooms were amazing! The
location was also perfect for our needs. We utilized the fitness
equipment which were up to date, and the small indoor pool was a
pleasure. I would stay there again.
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