Hotel At The Waldorf
1489 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5L 1S4, Canada
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1489 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5L 1S4, Canada
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Free Parking
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- Nightclub/DJ
- Karaoke
- Heating
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Evening entertainment
- On-site parking
- 24-hour security
- Accessible parking
- Concierge services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Live entertainment
- Daily Housekeeping
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Wine/champagne
- Key access
- Smoke alarms
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Process in place to check health of guests
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Invoices
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Access to health care professionals
- Free face masks
- Food delivery
- Audible alarm
- ATM or cash withdraw on site
- Daily disinfection
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Non-smoking property
- Restaurant (special diets available)
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
- Kid-friendly dining
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- Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base - 2.16 mi
- Vancouver Intl Airport - 7.69 mi
- Boundary Bay - 14.58 mi
- Pitt Meadows - 17.04 mi
- Squamish - 34.80 mi
- Ganges Water Aerodrome - 35.49 mi
- Abbotsford Intl Airport - 36.67 mi
Museums
- Vancouver Police Historical Society and Centennial Museum - 1.11 mi
- Helen Pitt Gallery Artist Run Centre - 1.21 mi
- Chinese Cultural Centre Museum & Archive - 1.27 mi
- Artspeak Gallery - 1.36 mi
- Science World - 1.36 mi
- Spirit Wrestler Gallery - 1.36 mi
- Hill s Native Art Gallery - 1.50 mi
- Inuit Gallery of Vancouver - 1.64 mi
- B.C. Sports Hall of Fame and Museum - 1.65 mi
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Mondia (solo traveller)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Bonagoni (young couple)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The Room
The "vintage" vibe is definitely the draw here, but the rooms feel more like a step back in time than a modern luxury stay. While the decor is unique and full of character, the lower-level rooms can feel a bit cramped, especially with the lower ceiling heights common in older Vancouver buildings. If you are on the taller side, you might find the clearance a bit tight.
The Bed
The bed was comfortable enough for a short stay, though the linens and pillows felt fairly standard for a budget-friendly boutique hotel. It’s a solid spot if you just need a place to crash after enjoying the hotel's famous Tiki bar, but don't expect a high-end resort sleep.
The Location
Located in East Vancouver, the Waldorf is in a gritty, industrial-chic area. It’s perfect if you want to explore the local craft brewery scene or catch a live show downstairs. However, it is a bit of a trek to the main downtown tourist core, so plan on using ride-shares or transit to get to the Waterfront or Stanley Park.
Height & Space Issues: For a taller person (like yourself at 6'0"), the Waldorf can be a bit of a literal headache. The building is older, and some rooms—particularly the budget or lower-level ones—have noticeably low ceilings and cramped layouts. It's the kind of place where you might feel like you're dodging a low-hanging light fixture or a doorway.
The "Gritty" Surroundings: While the hotel itself has a cool, secure setup, it's located on a stretch of East Hastings that can feel "sketchy" or "rough" to some visitors. If you aren't used to an industrial, downtown-eastside environment, the immediate area outside the hotel might feel a bit uncomfortable at night.
Noise Levels: Since the hotel is famous for its nightclub and Tiki bar, noise is a frequent issue. If you're staying on a weekend or in one of the "Youth Traveler" rooms, you'll likely hear the thumping bass from downstairs or traffic from the busy street.
Lack of Modern Amenities: It’s a true budget-boutique experience. This means no elevators (you'll be hauling bags up stairs), no central air conditioning in many rooms, and some guests have reported issues with older plumbing (like inconsistent shower temperatures) and squeaky beds.
Sandeep (solo traveller)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Mccann (young couple)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
The shower was unusable as the cold didn't work. I could stand at the end of the bed and touch the wall. There were no plug-ins in the room just an overloaded powerbar. The bed squeaked so loud every time you moved that any intimacy was completely out of the question. When telling the staff they did nothing.
Marie (young couple)
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Malie (young couple)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location. Staff friendliness
I was concerned my car could be broken into
Alexandria (family with young children)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Good value and location worked for what we needed
Buzz (solo traveller)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The front desk staff
No comments
Yohans (solo traveller)
stayed in February, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Connors (young couple)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
everything was pretty great, especially for the price. the restaurant was awesome, delicious food and great service and the staff of the hotel were all very kind and accommodating.
this was my first time in Vancouver, so I didnt know the area when booking. the street this hotel is on is famous for its homelessness and drug addiction problem. Personally, I had no issue and overall had a very wonderful stay, me and my friend just stayed in the hotel until we went to the concert we were attending. We didnt see the said problem until we went further up the street.
Williams (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The free parking was a great feature, and the price was cheap.
Even though it was dated (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing), it felt a little dirty. The wall had a stain on it, it was freezing when I walked in my room (although I finally figured out how to put the heat on), the bed was slumped down on one side, and the closet was broken. I really enjoyed the kind staff, and the free parking is a great feature. It was also a very close drive to great restaurants.
Williams (solo traveller)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
The free parking was a great feature, and the price was cheap.
Even though it was dated (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing), it felt a little dirty. The wall had a stain on it, it was freezing when I walked in my room (although I finally figured out how to put the heat on), the bed was slumped down on one side, and the closet was broken. I really enjoyed the kind staff, and the free parking is a great feature. It was also a very close drive to great restaurants.
Spurrell (family with young children)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Staff were efficient and friendly. Rooms, while dated, were very clean
Very expensive for such an old hotel with very few amenities, even though there was an event nearby. Our shower was also very small
Tony (young couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Juergen (Couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
The budget price for a Vancouver hotel is good though it may vary. Staff very willing to correct issues. Good public transit at front door. Able to open window.
Not very clean, saw lots of dust and an object under bed headset. Unable to control heat. No face cloth provided. One bedside lamp did not function. Even though staff were asked at check-in for a quiet room, base beats from downstairs club could still be heard. No AC outlet near bed for USB devices. Bring your own extension cord!
Juergen (young couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
The budget price for a Vancouver hotel is good though it may vary. Staff very willing to correct issues. Good public transit at front door. Able to open window.
Not very clean, saw lots of dust and an object under bed headset. Unable to control heat. No face cloth provided. One bedside lamp did not function. Even though staff were asked at check-in for a quiet room, base beats from downstairs club could still be heard. No AC outlet near bed for USB devices. Bring your own extension cord!
Johnson (young couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very nice and friendly with a good location.
Events didn’t let us access the tiki bar/ brewery
Johnson (Couple)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Very nice and friendly with a good location.
Events didn’t let us access the tiki bar/ brewery
Takahashi (solo traveller)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
Michael (solo traveller)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
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Area information
- Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base - 2.16 mi
- Vancouver Intl Airport - 7.69 mi
- Boundary Bay - 14.58 mi
- Pitt Meadows - 17.04 mi
- Squamish - 34.80 mi
- Ganges Water Aerodrome - 35.49 mi
- Abbotsford Intl Airport - 36.67 mi
- Cruise Line Terminal Ballantyne St. - 0.76 mi
- Pacific Central Station - 1.18 mi
- Oppenheimer Park - 0.95 mi
- Gateway Casino Vancouver - 1.15 mi
- Edgewater Casino - 1.63 mi
- Playland Amusement Park - 1.36 mi
- Vancouver Police Historical Society and Centennial Museum - 1.11 mi
- Helen Pitt Gallery Artist Run Centre - 1.21 mi
- Chinese Cultural Centre Museum & Archive - 1.27 mi
- Artspeak Gallery - 1.36 mi
- Science World - 1.36 mi
- Spirit Wrestler Gallery - 1.36 mi
- Hill s Native Art Gallery - 1.50 mi
- Inuit Gallery of Vancouver - 1.64 mi
- B.C. Sports Hall of Fame and Museum - 1.65 mi
- WISE Hall - 0.45 mi
- Queen Elizabeth Theatre - 1.72 mi
- Vancouver Playhouse - 1.72 mi
- Chinatown - 1.16 mi
- Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - 1.37 mi
- Sam Kee Building - 1.38 mi
- Lookout! - 1.73 mi
- Pacific Coliseum - 1.46 mi
- Rogers Arena - Formerly GM place - 1.57 mi
- General Motors Place - 1.57 mi
- BC Place Stadium - 1.64 mi
- BC Place Stadium - 1.73 mi
- Storyeum - 1.51 mi
- Gastown - 1.51 mi
- Canada Place - 1.74 mi
- The Glass Onion - 0.42 mi
- Vancouver East Cultural Centre - 0.50 mi
- Strathcona - 0.68 mi
- Commercial Drive - 0.80 mi
- Vancouver Chinatown - 0.83 mi
- Firehall Arts Centre - 1.07 mi
- The Rocky Mountaineer Train - 1.17 mi
- Hotel Europe - 1.32 mi
- Totem Pole - 1.33 mi
- Maple Tree Square - 1.35 mi
- Byrnes Block - 1.35 mi
- Gaoler s Mews - 1.37 mi
- Pacific National Exhibition - 1.42 mi
- Hastings Park Racecourse - 1.47 mi
- Satellite Video Exchange Society Video in Studies - 1.54 mi
- Canada Hockey Place - 1.62 mi
- Gastown Clock - 1.62 mi
- Western Front Society - 1.63 mi
- Sightline Sightseeing Tours - 1.73 mi
- Vancouver Lookout - 1.73 mi
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Hotel At The Waldorf
1489 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5L 1S4, Canada