One of the largest cities and metropolitan areas in all of Canada, Vancouver is filled with activities, entertainment and culture. Millions of visitors flock to this city each year to experience professional sporting events, first-class dining, powdery ski slopes, and a variety of other activities. In addition, the city hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics. And, if and when you find yourself exploring this amazing city, you won't have any trouble finding accommodations. However, it can be hard to find lodging anywhere, if you have to bring along your favorite pet. Luckily, Vancouver contains several pet-friendly motels and inns.
Located in East Vancouver, within minutes from at least four city and neighborhood parks, the 2400 Motel is one of the only actual "motels" in Vancouver that allows pets. The motel features special pet rooms, in which you can lodge up to two pets---dogs, cats or some smaller animals. However, all small animals, including hamsters, ferrets, etc., must be caged at all times. Each pet will require a $15 CAD ($14.65 USD) per-night pet fee. The smoking and non-smoking guestrooms at 2400 Motel vary in size from single-bed units to rooms with four beds. Only the more expensive rooms include cable TV. However, most rooms also feature kitchenettes. As of 2010, room rates start at $71 CAD ($69.36 USD) per night.
2400 Motel
2400 Kingsway
Vancouver, BC, Canada V5R 5G9
604-434-2464
888-833-2400
2400motel.com
The Empire Landmark Hotel offers more comforts than the 2400 Motel; however, the least expensive rooms start at just $82 CAD ($80.11 USD) per night, as of 2010. In addition, this hotel features a generous pet policy: one pet up to 20 lbs., can accompany you for an extra $20 CAD ($19.54 USD) per night. The 365 guestrooms and suites at Empire Landmark come in a variety of sizes, from 175 square feet to a whopping 1,000 square feet. Each room comes equipped with a 40-inch flat screen TV, and mini-fridge. All rooms are also equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access, but note that the hotel charges a nominal, fee for this access. Additional hotel amenities include a fitness center with sauna and hot tub, restaurant, laundry room and multiple meeting/banquet rooms.
Empire Landmark Hotel
1400 Robson St.
Vancouver, BC, Canada V6G 1B9
604-687-0511
empirelandmarkhotel.com
Conveniently located next to the Vancouver Airport, this La Quinta Inn also offers some of the best pricing for those traveling with their pets. La Quinta Inn Vancouver Airport does not charge any pet fees, for up to two cats or dogs. As of 2010, the room rates at this hotel start at $79 CAD ($77.18 USD) per night. Each room features a memory foam or Simmons Dreamscape mattress, 32-inch TV, refrigerator and high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access. The hotel's common area features an indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, business center, laundry room and free healthy breakfasts.
La Quinta Inn Vancouver Airport
8640 Alexandra Rd.
Richmond, BC, Canada V6X 1C4
604-276-2711
lq.com
