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OPUS Hotel Vancouver
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322 Davie StVancouver, BC V6B 5Z6
Neighbourhoods: Downtown, Yaletown
(604) 642-6787
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
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- Wi-Fi:
- Paid
59 reviews for OPUS Hotel Vancouver
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Review from Amanda T.
2/12/2012 4 photos
Opus, you are indeed the best hotel I have ever been to.
Back in October, my boyfriend and I bought a groupon for Opus and stayed the weekend after my birthday. We travel from Seattle, so while it isn't that far, it is still a nice getaway. We fell in love with the posh interior, the amazing service, and yaletown! What an adorable neighborhood!
Well, as soon as we were heading home, I made sure to follow @OpusHotel on twitter to follow what was going on at this lovely spot. Jeremy, the social marketing coordinator responded to my follow right away, followed me, and let me know to let him know the next time we needed a place to stay.
Cut to present day. My boyfriend and I haven't been able to have a romantic weekend away in awhile, so we decided to spend the weekend before valentines with our good friends at Opus. We decided to go big and get an executive king suite and Jeremy got us free wi-fi, late check out and a food and beverage credit! Talk about taking care of your customers!
Walking into Opus always makes me feel extremely chic. The modern decor is incredible. I love the magenta and gold seating. Our concierge was nice enough and commented "oh, you're in the penthouse" while we were checking in. We didn't think much of it, what do we know? As we jumped in the purple lit elevator we realized we were on the top floor and were excited to see what room awaited us.
Opening the door was a new experience entirely. Wow. The black velvet wall paper, magenta and gold pillows, fire place that can be viewed from the living or bed rooms all were incredible...but the bathroom, oh man. The bathtub, while large and jetted, overlooked yaletown. What an incredible view. You better believe I utilized that tub and the complimentary L'Occitane products!! Jeremy also left us a bottle of wine, some snacks, and a nice note letting us know if we needed anything he was available. I popped open the wine and my boyfriend started playing w the complimentary iPad 2 that is now available in every room.
Jeremy also got us reservations at Coast (review to follow) on a busy Saturday night. Coast was recommended by the concierge last time we were there and we fell in love with it. The next morning, after a restful sleep in the comfortable king sized bed, we decided we didn't want to leave, so we cancelled our reservations at Cento Notti for brunch (we will try it next time, right?) and ordered room service. This room was simply too amazing to leave if we didn't have to!
Every step of the way was a delight with Opus. I recommend this hotel to everyone I know and we will be returning soon...we just don't know how we can ever settle for an average hotel room again! We were spoiled this weekend for sure...thank you, Jeremy and the rest of the staff at Opus! You made our weekend truly special. -
Review from Laura P.
3/5/2012
We've stayed at Opus twice. The first time our room looked over Hamilton so I was delighted to spy a Marimekko and non-chain coffee shop within a stone's throw. That room was small but cosy. Our second time we got a room right by the elevator, overlooking busy Cambie Street. This room had more space but the downside was the noise. They remembered we stayed previously and welcomed us with two yummy snacks- an Asian inspired cracker and a flavored popcorn snack.
3 stars for a disappointing breakfast our 2nd time in. It took several minutes to get seated despite a nearly empty dining room. I asked the waitress for a booster and several minutes later we got a booster. By that point I was going to walk out and go get breakfast elsewhere because we still hadn't ordered and I saw the few people there just helping themselves to juice. Not a bad idea considering it was $5 a pop. When we finally got to order, the host didn't know what the omelet of the day was and had to go back to inquire.
There were only 2 people working the whole restaurant- the dizzy waitress and the host. It was getting busy. I could have sworn I heard them telling diners coming in after us that they had no eggs. That's most of the menu. I frankly couldn't understand the waitress because she had a heavy accent.
Later, at the lovely Agro coffee house next door I saw a table that was trying to get a table at Opus. They were told to wait in the lounge for a seat and after several minutes they came back to check on whether they were going to get a table. I think they bailed. Moral of the story- grab breakfast elsewhere.
Liked that we got free valet parking because of their hybrid vehicle policy.
Loved having an iPad in the room- we totally saved on roaming charges!
Plenty of people have mentioned privacy screens in the rooms. Just note there is no privacy screen in the bathrooms down below the restaurant. I could clearly see a guy taking a whiz from the ladies' room. The room looks like it is a mere reflection but in reality you can see right into the men's room. There is only a curtain of mardi gras ball necklace-like curtains in between the two rooms. Enjoy! -
Review from Shehryar S.
2/10/2012
The best hotel experience I've ever had in my life! There is a reason why this hotel has won many "Best Of..." awards from reputable travel magazines.
My girlfriend and I travelled all the way from San Jose, California to watch our beloved Sharks play the Vancouver Canucks. We happened to stumble upon a Groupon for Opus that gave us $40 in breakfast credit at the hotel restaurant, free-wifi, and a great discount on a fabulous room.
When we walked into our room, we were blown away with how posh it looked. But what really blew us away was the free bottle of wine and snacks that Nicholas, the manager, left for us after he heard about the reason for our trip.
Amenities are great. The gym is small, but we used it every morning. There is 1 treadmill, 1 elliptical, dumbells, and a multi-purpose machine. What's great is that there is a snack bar area inside with complimentary apples, refridgerated towels, and a water cooler with slices of fresh lemon. There's also a stereo system that lets you hook up your iPod/iPhone to the gym speaker system.
We stayed for 3 nights at Opus and really didn't want to leave. The location is amazing. It's in Yaletown, right across the street from the train station. There are many great places to eat, including a grocery store that feels like a Whole Foods
My girlfriend (soon to be fiance) and I are on a mission to see the Sharks play in every city in the NHL, so when we end up in Montreal, we'll be staying at Opus Montreal. I e-mailed Nicholas after our trip and told him to expect us this Summer! -
Review from Phoebe K.
5/1/2012
Unique, creative, and playful style (goes beyond the word "trendy"). Attentive and low-key service. Bizarre-but-inspired touches that totally make sense within the aesthetic of this place--such as a black light in the elevator and shiny disco beads in the bar as nook dividers. If you want to book a sexy and fun place in Yaletown, this is what you want.
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Review from Ira J.
9/7/2011 6 photos
Our stay at OPUS Vancouver Hotel was amazing! And I don't mean normal amazing like "these chicken wings are amazing" amazing. I mean full-on Webster's "to affect with great wonder and astonishment" amazing!
Being a non-Canadian, I did not know that parking your car in the street while you checked in was acceptable. So, I left my wife in the car in the alley beside the hotel while I went inside to find out what I should do. When I told the front desk I was there to check-in and wondered where I should park, they immediately overwhelmed me with their hospitality and efficiency. Within what seemed like seconds, the car was parked in the secure underground garage, my bags were by the elevator, my wife was next to me, and we both had a glass of champagne in our hands. Not a bad welcome from a hotel we booked using a Groupon!
Speaking of Groupon; it afforded us to book a $280 per night room for $195. The offer also included a $40 breakfast voucher, but did not include the $35 parking fee. That seemed high, but I understand it's typical for Vancouver.
While we sipped our champagne, the concierge offered us some upgrades. I believe there were four levels, the highest being the corner penthouse suite for an additional $150. He explained the regular rate for this was over $1200 per night. Imagine my shock, when my wife looked at me over her glass of champagne and smiled, and then told the man, "We'll take it!"
They immediately comp'ed the parking and Internet fees.
I'm just a simple guy. I've never seen anything like this room except maybe in a movie. I would think David Bowie or (for you younger Yelpers) Lady Gaga would be at home in this room if they visited Vancouver!
Here's a list of the room's amentias from the OPUS Vancouver website:
- Dramatically furnished in one unique décor
- 645 sq ft (60 sq metres) in area
- Distinctive corner suites equipped with living room area with large sectional sofa, Bang & Olufsen stereo with cd library, LCD TV, Satellite, PVR, and DVD player, adjoining powder room, wet bar and bedroom area featuring chrome four poster King bed
- Adjoining luxurious bathroom with oversized jetted soaker tub with panoramic exterior window and separate walk-in shower
- A two-sided fireplace warms the living room and the bedroom
- Floor-to-ceiling windows, wraparound balcony and sweeping views of downtown Vancouver, mountains and False Creek
- Available on 7th floor only, 2 Penthouse Suites in total.
I can attest; all these were there, and more! (see my pictures)
It was a very decadent night!
The next morning, the new front desk crew was just as helpful and attentive. After an outstanding $50 breakfast in the hotel restaurant (remember the $40 voucher) the front desk assisted us in planning our day of Vancouver sightseeing. They told us what was worth seeing and how to best get to it. Even though we were checking out, they offered to hold our bags and car until the evening. They even offered us the hotel's bikes and helmets to use for the day!
When we returned after our day of successful sightseeing; as if by magic, our bags, our car, ice cold bottled water and turn-by-turn directions back to the U.S. border appeared. It was a nice ending to our amazing stay at the OPUS Vancouver Hotel!Listed in: Pacific NW Road Trip 2011
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Review from Shane M.
3/31/2012
This hotel is similar to other boutique hotels I've stayed in in NYC, SF, and Barcelona. So there's nothing special about the place, but overall it's a good call. The room was clean and comfy. The staff was great, 99% awesome. There was only one server in the restaurant who was kinda lame so that's why the staff was not 100% awesome. I only had breakfast there and it was quite average. The restaurant/ lobby turns into somewhat of douchey club at night. So I'd ask for a room NOT on the second floor. Mine was on the forth floor and was fine. The location is good because you can access other parts of Vancouver quickly and easily via taxi, which when called upon by the aforementioned staff appear almost immediately. I didn't think the Yaletown area was all that cool, but a couple of the helpful people at the front desk guided me to some other parts of town with great restaurants and good vibes.
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Review from Victoria H.
9/27/2011
So, as many of my ventures begin, I bought a Groupon. Actually I bought 4 - my boyfriend and I and my parents vising from N.C. stayed for two nights in two Superior lime green rooms on the 5th floor. When I chose this hotel, I mainly chose it for the deal - a discounted rate, free internet & breakfast, and a nice, trendy looking hotel. I had not been to Vancouver before, so I really didn't know much about the different areas of the city, and we were not disappointed with our stay.
All of the Opus staff is friendly and courteous, though our check-in was a little less than helpful. For instance, we brought our dog to this pet-friendly hotel, but when I asked where the nearest/best potty places were the woman looked at me like I had two heads ("Um, this is a city, so anywhere I guess?") I had to specifically ask for the nearest park/grassy area (which was only about 2 short blocks away) to make progress. Or, we received our breakfast vouchers for the restaurant, but it wasn't until we went to glance at the menu that evening that the manager informed us that the restaurant would be closed for the next 5 days...
Luckily, this first impression was not indicative of the overall experience. The rooms were lovely. They keep free welcome beverages in the lobby if you need some water or juice. The internet was fast. The valet was quick and even let us keep our dog in the car when she decided she couldn't behave in the room while we went to dinner. As others mentioned, the rooms are fun and well-appointed - heated bathroom floors, L'Occitane products, tons of courtesy items like robes and umbrellas. The evening staff was also helpful to fill your ice bucket and provided nice turndown service (relaxing music, a weather forecast for the following day, etc,). My little dog even received her own pet room service the first night (complimentary treats and a doggy magazine!) as well as standard items like dog bowls - surprising in a hotel that doesn't charge a fee for your pet.
Breakfast was surprisingly delicious despite the restaurant being closed. The continental breakfast in the bar/lobby was absolutely pathetic looking, but luckily we were able to grab one of the few tables at the little Cafe O instead. The girl was a tad overwhelmed with having such a busy place, and food did not come out quickly, but it was a delicious and relaxing way to start each day. (And, the $40 credit really went a long way there!) They have a full cafe of beverage options (coffees, cocoa, tea, juice, etc), a variety of pastries, and full meals like steak & eggs or specialty French toast.
As far as location goes, Opus Hotel is a little out of the way if you're there for touristy stuff. Yaletown is definitely trendy and hopping with we younger folk on the weekends (our bar was packed on Saturday night), but it's about a 10 minute walk to the closest Big Bus stop and farther to any tourist destinations if you're doing that sort of thing. It wasn't too inconvenient to make it work though. There's also a complimentary chauffeur service you can use, but I wouldn't recommend depending on it. You can't reserve the car if you have reservations somewhere, and it doesn't always run (on Saturday night it wasn't available at all since all employees were needed on site.) Also, they will only drop you off - it's up to you to find your way back, so you're pretty much better off driving yourself and paying for parking if you have to pay a cab to return.
All in all, we had a great time and would definitely stay there again. -
Review from Lisa C.
7/26/2011 1 photo
The location alone is superb~ It's young and hip, and not crowded with a bunch of tourists. Not only does Opus has its own restaurant/bar, the surrounding area has a variety of food you can pick from: pub food, fast food, Thai sit-down restaurant, sports bar etc. There's even a convenient store next to the hotel. Across from Opus is the subway. Further down the street is a HSBC bank if you're short on cash or need to exchange some USD for some CAD. About 2 blocks down you'll be right at the marina, where there are bike rental shops, grocery store, coffee shop, and restaurants.
The room @ Opus is very trendy. The decor is very vibrant/boutique-like. It's not huge, but definitely not a closet. Speaking of closet, there is one =) That is also where the safe & umbrella is located (which came in handy since it rained). There is a flat screen mounted on the wall. Beneath the TV, there is a CD/Radio/DVD player. The hotel even provides a selection of CDs for you to listen to. Also, for those nights when you are tossing and turning and there is nothing good on TV, the hotel has a collection of DVDs that you can rent to watch (for free).
There are 2 sliding doors that opens up to a bathroom which has a floor-to-ceiling glass window. There is a copious amount of counter space. The coffee/tea and hairdryer can be found on the counter. The standing shower has a rain-fall type of shower head. All the toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion) are from L'Occitane.
But what I love the most about the bathroom is the bathroom floor. I know that sounds strange, but seriously, I do! The floor is heated. It's so amazing~ It might not sound like it's a big deal, but once you experience this type of luxurious flooring, you'll be raving about it too~
Overall, I love this hotel! Can't wait to stay here again when I'm back in Vancouver~ -
Review from M V.
6/9/2011
Mold.
They changed my room many times, but inevitably there would be mold in each room. It was a fine hotel, but I have severe mold allergies, and was not down with the hotel's lack of bathroom sanitation. I would have to air out my room after every shower or else my air-passage/chest would start closing. Not being able to breath, because just taking a shower has activated the icky yellow mold=not fun.
There's also the fact that the hotel is cheesy. I mean, really, red-light tinted elevators? And an entrance that is a de facto club? Pass.
Also, there were white stretches outside at night. Make from this what you will.
Boutique hotels are a hit or miss. This one is a miss. -
Review from Lorrie M.
2/18/2011 2 Check-ins Here
This is one of those places that you can stay an indefinite number of days and never feel tired or too much away from home. I am not prone to homesickness though so maybe that's why ... but this place is just absolutely amazing.
I'm not sure where it is rated on Tripadvisor in Vancouver but I got a great deal off of Jetsetter and knew that I wanted to stay here to enjoy the city. This is located in Yaletown district literally across the street from a mile of little boutique shops, restaurants, bars, etc. The night life here is unbeatable and the onsite restaurant is not too shabby.
The bar at night is a little weird and creepy for me though, their menus are on the wall and they play internet mimi's (is that how it's spelled?) everywhere.
The beds are superb, the showers are superb, the toiletries are superb. What isn't? They offer free champagne or water upon check in, although everything in Vancouver takes about five years so expect a long wait when you're checking in.
The fitness center is nice, the business center has free internet and every room has an iPod dock that the maids make sure to turn onto nice pleasant music for your return. They even gave us treats every single night in the form of candies, cookies, fresh water, etc. Sigh, simply wonderful. -
Review from Anita Y.
1/2/2011
This hotel is located in a section of Vancouver called Yaletown, seems a new trendy area. We stayed this past summer for a few nights. I liked the location very much while the hubby felt it was too trendy yuppie-ish for his taste. The location is so perfect, very close to the water just a few blocks and a nice walk. There is a train station right across the street so you can go just about anywhere without having to drive which I loved! Also lots of great restaurants walking distance and lots of great little trendy shops intermingled. Many seemed to focus more on items for men but did find some wonderful home stores.
My 6 year old LOVED everything about this hotel and wanted to take pictures everywhere, even in the elevator. The place is uber modern and trendy . The lobby looks like a cool night club with silver beads hanging from the ceiling to create walls of silver coolness. While it was cool to look at and take pictures of, it was not a cozy place for a family to hang out, this is definitely a space for the 20 something crowd. But who needs a lobby when you have a great room?
Our room was pretty swanky, a bit on the smaller side but enough room for the 3 of us. It felt very zen like, cool wall colors, minimalist design, clean, crisp yet soft to the touch white linens ( I LOVE white bedding!) with shoji screen doors to the bathroom. Our bathroom had floor to ceiling windows overlooking the street entrance. The bathroom was ultra contemporary with very white subway tile against dark wood vanity (did I mention I love white tile too?). Please note, people can see you in the bathroom so use the privacy screens if you are bathing or using the toilet. The hubby insisted that we could not be seen so I had to go outside and check for myself and there he was standing over the toilet doing his business for the entire street to see. Thankfully only his back was seen and from that moment on our privacy screens were in use.
This is a great place to stay especially for the young trendy types. The staff was friendly and helpful (loved the pink polos!). the rate was very reasonable and competitive, perfect location, nice comfortable room and cool lobby area for those into the night scene. -
Review from Crystal W.
12/30/2010
I really wanted to like this place as the website made it look so trendy and modern, but I was wrong.
The lobby was about the best part of the hotel. The staff was very snobby and not welcoming. The carpet was dirty and the windows OMG looked as if they never had been cleaned.
It was however a great location, but I would abandon the location and stay at a nicer hotel. I will not be back and would not recommend it to others.
BTW-DO NOT get the courtyard view unless you want a view of dead plants and cigarette butts! -
Review from Lizzy B.
1/14/2011
Honestly, I expected a little bit more glitz and luxury considering the price and the website photos. While the room was nice, the bathroom was definitely the highlight and was a bit cramped.
Nevertheless, it's a lovely hotel with great views and an even better location. Our honeymoon visit to Yaletown was a treat! -
Review from Liz S.
8/9/2008 7 photos
If you are going to Vancouver, the Opus is where you want to stay. It's centrally located downtown in Yaletown (the Tribeca/Soho of Vancouver) and set amongst converted warehouses housing design stores, restaurants and boutiques. It's a few blocks from the water and an easy water taxi ride to Granville Island, The rooms are modern and well-designed, and done in color themes (we were green). The beds are amazingly comfortable, offering the right combo of support and fluff.
it's not just what the Opus offers in terms of aesthetics that set it apart - it's the amenities. At US $300+, those are very important, and we were very pleased with what we got. Being that Vancouver is a bike-friendly city, many people rent bikes - but the hotel offers them for free. And not just any bikes - fabulous black Cruisers, the same kind I wish I had back home! The also offer a car service around town, in their BMW 7-series cars - very swank. We took advantage of it every chance that we got, and arrived at our destinations in style (especially nice when you are going to dinner across town in your prettiest heels and it's raining).
Be sure to check out the AMAZING list in the room portfolio for any extras you may need. Staple gun? No problem. Microwave? Coming right up. Step ladder? Sure, we'll be right there.
The staff is extremely nice, and will give you great recommendations to help you navigate the city.
The bar/lounge gets very loud and kind of cheesy on weekend nights (think of the Standard Hotel in West Hollywood), but once you are in your room, it's a distant memory.
I'm now like one of those people in the cruise ships commercials, staring wistfully out the window as I remember when I was pampered and spoiled at the Opus. Sigh! -
Review from Chris H.
4/19/2009
Yikes. The hotel gods were not shining on us this week-end. We stayed one night at the Opus and were MISERABLE. Room was OK, lobby and staff were OK. Valets were great.
But we got booked into rm 205. What a nightmare. Techno House music all night long until 330am. We were right above their night club. Ridiculous! I dont know how anyone who could ethically book someone into this room. Its not fair to guests to be a night club and a hotel - or at least not fair to those guest staying above the night club. That is just not right.
There are plenty of other hotels in the city - I would recommend those. If you have to stay here, stay away from the second floor.
What a miserable experience and one I had to pay for. -
Review from Gradon T.
12/22/2008
Maybe my experience was the exception, but Opus didn't come off nearly as well as it did for the other reviewers.
I stayed at Opus for one night on business. I booked the room based on the hotel's location downtown and its proximity to great food and design shops (a passion of mine).
I pulled up my rental car in front of the hotel to be greeted by... nobody. No valet, and no bellman.
We took our bags inside to check in. The girl at the front desk exuded this you're-privileged-to-simply-be-here vibe.
After we checked in (which took longer than it did at nearly every other hotel I've ever been to), we had to wait for the valet to get our car parked, lest it be towed for sitting in front of the hotel too long.
Service was NOT the prime goal of the staff.
The hotel's design is very hip, from the Egg Chairs in the lobby to the subway tiles in the bathroom, but the overall feel lacked authenticity. The furniture in the room was IKEA-grade pressed fiberboard - great for your first apartment, but not fit for a hotel of this prestige.
The window from the room into the shower? Cheesy.
I had high hopes for Opus, but was simply let down. -
Review from Bill E.
12/19/2009
Highly overrated. I'm sure at one time, when Yaletown was up and coming and "all the rage" that this place was the bomb. Those days have passed and so has the Opus. The bed was uncomfortable, poor layout in the bathroom... the fitness room was small and ill equipped. I asked the "concierge?" to get us a reservation at a restaurant, I could see by her facial expression she was out of her element. I stood before her as she called and she hung up and told me "sorry, they're booked" ...Ha! I got on my phone 5 minutes later, called and got a table, easily!
The best part of this hotel is the bellmen, they're young, helpful and friendly. Other than that, this place is tired and has seen it's best day... years ago. -
Review from Jess J.
1/2/2009
I wanted to give more than four stars, I really, really, did...BUT there is one thing that annoys me more than anything when it comes to Hotels. RAIN SHOWERS.
It cracks me up knowing these hotels are hoping to conserve water with a no pressure drip drip type of spa-rain head but ironically the person who had this idea must have had NO hair! Because i am nearly sure my HOUR long shower trying to get shampoo and conditioner out of my hair is Not conserving any less water.
Now that I got that point across.... I love the little hotel book they have in the rooms with fictional characters recommending all types of restaurants and stores. The service is really good and the location seems perfect for walking and browsing shops and food. Also, the bed is comfy and I slept like a rock. The complimentary BMW service is a nice touch as well. :-D
A tip.......the bathroom wall is full windows to the street with two different blinds for privacy. Be careful you don't close the inner blind only thinking the window is totally covered. After dressing last night my boyfriend and i went for a walk and when we glanced at our window, we happened to notice it was completely see through. OOPS! -
Review from Tracy S.
Vancouver, BC
4/1/2009
I live like maybe one minute from this hotel - but through work we got a free night at the Opus - yes please!
The service at the front desk was super friendly and helpful! Then you make your way up to your room and choose either the 'blue' or 'red' elevators, each of which are playing different music / creating ambiance.
Hotel hallways usually disappoint me for some reason. Even in nice hotels, they can be dark with low ceilings, etc - but as soon as you step off the elevator's short ride (I mean, the hotel is only 5 stories I think) the hallways that lead to the rooms are luxurious feeling. Then when you get to your room - wow!
This is a 'boutique hotel' - which I have found, means that it is almost as if you are staying in a cool friend's loft guestroom. The room's amenities were abundant: from the canned oxygen to the bathroom products, mini bar, huge down pillows, fluffy down comforter, velvet couch, and so much more. There was even music provided to listen to, helping create the perfect atmosphere!
As well, the rooms included interesting 'Profiles' which gave recommendations of services and places to go around Yaletown and within the hotel, depending on what type of experience you were looking for.
Oh, and another quirk of the hotel is that in some of the rooms, the bathroom has windows - so...word of warning...people who live across the street, sometimes get a good show! ; )
My one regret here is that I didn't get to order their famous Breakfast in Bed. : (
Next time!!! -
Review from inga r.
6/11/2009
Originally drawn to this place for the architecture and decor, I was pleasantly surprised by the warmth of the staff and numerous amenities.
I've stayed here on and off for the last six years and I'm a fan of the place but they need to improve a few things.
Pluses:
Great location in Yaletown, easy to get around most of Van
Free bikes for guests!!!
The doormen remember me year after year even though I'm usually there only in October! You can get some great mtn bike trail and boarding spots from these guys.
They love dogs.
Each time you come to stay they give you a little extra perk (chocolates, room upgrades, etc.)
Minuses:
The sliding doors to the washrooms are cheap!, They don't close and there is a 2" gap between the wall so if you have a friend in the room there is no privacy. Being an architect I know its not hard to design nor expensive to execute this simple detail.
I did get stuck last time what must have been their cheapest room, small,dark and noisy and no fireplace... what the hell!.
No bikes in the hotel room and I have to wait for an escort to get my bike off the rack of the car. OK, when the bike is worth more than my car, its a little unnerving. Plus when you want to ride at 5 am its a P in the A.
Unless, they changed it, no free in-room wi-fi, but the business center is a great place to check in on the shop from time to time.
Overall I would stay here again but I'm anxious to try the Moda. -
Review from Michele S.
9/27/2011
We were lucky enough to find this hotel on http://Priceline.com, what a fantastic place to stay! Located in the hip neighborhood of Yaletown, Opus is centrally located to many restaurants and bars. Cashmere and Ian are awesome! Thanks to both of them for all of their great advise. Heated bathroom tiles were the highlight of our room. Next time we come to Vancouver BC we will be sure to stay here!
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Review from James E.
4/8/2009
When we told friends we reserved a room at Opus, they all exclaimed "Oh, I LOVE that hotel! It's the best one in Vancouver." Granted, it's also been a few years since our friends have visited Vancouver. As a local woman said in response to our choice of hotel, "Well, it's certainly different."
We only met one of the housekeeping staff and we absolutely ADORED her. If you've stayed at Opus, you know who I'm talkin' 'bout. This woman more than made up for some of the concierge staff at the front desk that need to learn how to acknowledge guests with, say, a greeting like "Hello".
At one time, I'm sure Opus was *the* hotel in Vancouver. The hotel's first floor is trying to incorporate too many modern trends in its interior design, the space felt more California than Canada. Our room was spacious - we upgraded to a Superior Room with a king bed and spa bath - but the mattress on our bed wasn't very comfortable.
You can find deals for The Opus if you book through Expedia. In our case, we booked our room through Alaska Airlines which had an almost 50% discount of the normal rate. You really, really, really don't want to pay full-price for these rooms. -
Review from David D M.
9/7/2009
Great hotel in Yaletown. It's a boutique hotel, so the rooms are nice. There's a twist to the rooms. There is a window in the restroom to the rest of the hotel room. Make eyes at your hotel significant other, while taking a shower. Or #2 I guess...
Boutique hotels are great, but this one only had two drawers. The room service was excellent however. Some of the best food that I have had, from room service. Caesar salad and gnocchi, yum. And comparing the prices to other hotels that give you cheese sandwiches for ten bucks, this place added a star.
The location is very convenient, with a lot in the nearby neighborhood. Their restaurant and bar are great. The only problem is if you want to go to sleep, and drunk fashionistas are yelling as they leave at 3am.
Internet is 15 a day. -
Review from Ariel L.
8/16/2010
Really sweet hotel. I am not sure I would stay anywhere else if I was coming for a short visit to Vancouver. The hotel is conveniently located about one block from their light rail system. So it costs $8.50 to get from the airport to the hotel.
The hotel is located in the heart of Yaletown. It is a cute lofty area, with good restaurants, fun bars and lots of shopping. The hotel is also in walking distance of some other great areas. Kitslano beach is about a 25 minute walk.
The rooms are comfortable and average sized. They have updated bathrooms, iPod alarm clocks, and a well stock mini bar. The hotel has an adequate gym and a bar and restaurant in the lobby.
The staff was great. They were very friendly and extremely helpful (although I suspect everyone in Canada might be). I will definitely stay there again. -
Review from keith s.
5/3/2010 5 photos
One of the finest hotels I've had the pleasure of staying in. The decor is great, and you feel the way you should entering their doors: important. Speaking of decor -- the room bathroom was the sexiest thing I have ever seen. I submitted some photos, so go check it out.
The staff is incredibly personable, helpful, and attentive. I think that's honestly what takes it to the top. The valets are incredibly quick to your car, taking items out before you can even step out and close the driver door. They're equally as quick in obtaining your car and bringing it to the front, they offer an umbrella for the day, and directions to wherever you're going.
The housekeeping staff was top notch. The room looked immaculate each night when I entered after turn-down service, and a new and different item laid on my bed: chocolate, lolly-pop, pez dispenser. And a nicely well done handwritten card for the next day's weather was next to the bed with a carafe of water.
Can't say enough good things about this place. Truly hope someone picks up the exact concept in the states, because this Canadian secret shouldn't stay out of the US. -
Review from Eve O.
10/28/2011
We purchased a deal through Groupon that promised free parking, free wi-fi and free breakfast for two ... Arrived to hotel and was told that it was either, parking or wi-fi/ breakfast ... Showing front desk a screen shot of the deal that listed all of that did not help either .. Fine, we decided to choose free parking ... Paid for wi-fi ... Checked out the next day, paid the remainder of the balance ... Came home and received another bill - for a bottle of a wine that presumably we drunk ... Well, it could be true, except neither my husband nor I drink, which completely ticked me off ... Call hotel to rectify the situation - it was taken care of, but left a bitter taste in my mouth ... I mean a hotel that prides itself being a top notch engaging in practices like that? Plus, if you are charging $300 per night without a Groupon rate and your guest is saying that they purchased a certain deal and showing you a proof of that deal, you just don't start the argument over wi-fi and complimentary breakfast ($15 and $20 respectively) - you handle it differently ... Overall, very disappointing, will not go back to the same hotel in the future ...
Comment from Jeremy F. of OPUS Hotel Vancouver 10/31/2011
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Review from Lisa T.
8/21/2009
Genius move naming a hotel after a cartoon penguin, Opus, and that crazy cat wearing underpants!
Okay, so maybe that is just wishful thinking on my part. :)
In any case, the Opus in Vancouver is a great place. Beautiful boutique design with bold colors and minimalist style.
- Is located right near the water, walking distance to great restaurants, juice bar, coffee shops, bike rentals, shopping
- They host cool events like Bollywood night and hotel guests get complimentary admission
- A+ on the complimentary L'Occitane shower products
- Lollipop on my pillow one night... Pez dispenser the next
- Desk was nice and big with easy outlet access
- Bed was very comfortable and the room was pristine
- Lots of mirrors of various sizes are scattered throughout the room and bathroom... so I could gaze upon myself in natural light, in artificial light, up close, far away, from behind, etc. Hey, how youuu doin'?
- Bonus for the voyeuristic: our bathroom was wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows that let in some wonderful light during the day.
In addition, there was only a thin frosted glass sliding partition for the bathroom; a set up that is not for the faint of heart. Then again, perhaps you're ready to take your relationship to the next level? Funny, you do a #2 and suddenly you're at level #84 of human intimacy. It's like finding a mega flower pot time warp in Mario Bros. Where it leads to depends on you and your sweetie. -
Review from Ryan W.
6/30/2009
It was one day before my birthday and my girlfriend said I needed to pack for a few days in Vancouver. What a cool surprise gift!!!
So, we get to Vancouver and head straight to the Opus Hotel, which is located in Yaletown. If you are familiar with San Francisco, Yaletown is similar to SOMA. I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed this location. We walked virtually everywhere, just like we do in SF, and the few times we needed a cab or a water taxi, it was right there. There is also a casino along the waterfront that is within walking distance...bonus!
The Opus is a smaller hotel, almost boutique size, with a popular bar/nightclub and tremendous style. During weekend nights, the Ferrari's and Lamborghini's were lined up at the valet. The lobby is really fun, and houses some of the overflow from the bar. One night, there was a DJ.
I am not sure what room my girlfriend booked, but we were upgraded at check-in to the penthouse. Woohoo! The penthouse was not very big, but it was perfectly setup for a cozy weekend, which is exactly what we wanted. The living room was red and had a flat screen television, a big sofa, floating tables, a desk, a bar, a half-bath, and a fireplace that was situated on the wall between the living room and bedroom. The bedroom had a canopy bed, another flat screen television above the fireplace, and a wonderful master bath with a glass-enclosed shower that was visble from the bed. Along one entire wall, behind the curtains, was a pair of sliding glass doors that allow you to step outside and walk around the entire unit. Only the penthouse units (2 total) have outdoor space, so that is quite a novelty.
The service at this hotel was very good. It didn't seem very crowded when we were there as we rarely saw other guests. The only time it seemed busy was during the nightclub hours. The concierge gave us good directions on several occasions as well as good food suggestions. The room service was very good when we ordered.
I want to go back to Vancouver this summer, and will likely stay here again. My only problem is that anything less than the penthouse would be a let-down at this point and I doubt we will get the free upgrade next time around. Maybe there is a method to their madness. -
Review from Scott B.
11/16/2008
This hotel is amazing...
-The security is solid.
-There service is top notch.
-The layout/design is fresh, modern and relaxing.
-The location in Yaletown is ideal... just a little off the beaten path but still in the middle of everything.
TIPS:
-Great for singles/ couples/ business meetings.
-The bar is kick ass on Saturdays... very cool.
-There is a wine/liquor store across the street next to the Starbucks... I believe they do wine tastings there every Thursday. Check it out! They will even ship wine for you.
-There is healthy/grocery about 2 blocks up on Davie... excellent food and selection.
-The staff can help you check in to your flight right at the hotel... There is an airline checkin terminal at the business center... it's not for every airline, but if the staff will assist you with any other airline. What a time saver!
-For a quick bite to eat, try the tex-mex food around the corner - Salsa & Agave. 1223 Pacific Boulevard. Not amazing food, but it's very convenient. -
Review from Elisa C.
9/6/2010
A small version of W hotel. Opus is located cross street from the subway station. A good place for single or couple night out. We like our room was on top floor (7th) with street view. A big bath room is a plus. Best of all, our almost 2yrs old girl had goodnight sleep, and we got a special room rate two nights for less then $400 from the Jet Setter.
P.S The staffs are good looking, and nice. -
Review from Molly T.
11/11/2009 1 photo
Stylish. Cool. Sexy. This place was fantastic. Located in the "fashionable" Yaletown this hotel puts its guests 1st. It truly does have the "service and amenities of a luxury hotel within a stylish and intimate environment."
95% chance I would return and/or stay at their Montreal location :) -
Review from Pam S.
Victoria, BC
4/25/2011
I visit Vancouver frequently on business, and have stayed in several downtown hotels, but my favorite is the Opus Hotel. The rooms are very comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated. Yaletown has so many great restaurants and little shops to explore. The location is a perfect base - easy to walk to or drive anywhere. I always find the parking very efficient and easy. The staff are helpful and quick. As a convenience, I often have breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Although it's good, I've found the food quite ordinary. All in all, I've had pretty consistent and positive experiences at the Opus and will stay there again next time I visit Vancouver.
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Review from jef C.
2/25/2009
This is the spot to stay in Vancouver.
Great staff, impeccable atmosphere and comfortable beds.
Walk out the front door and your in the heart of Yaletown.
The Opus is a second home. -
Review from Quentin M.
Vancouver, BC
5/19/2009
Certainly one of the top places to stay in Vancouver. Impressive rooms and spot-on service along with a very convenient location.
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay! -
Review from Solbiato S.
10/24/2009
Vancouver is an amazing city and this is great Hotel. I love how all of the reviews are 4 and 5 stars from CA and the Seattle reviews are below avg. On weekends this is definitely a party hotel (so prepared).
The rooms, atmosphere and service were all great. Room size is avg...but nevertheless I would recommend staying here while in Vancouver (also great location--very accessible to Yaletown). -
Review from Ben C.
11/23/2009
I hope I've written enough reviews on hotels and night life establishments to give you a good feel of "how I roll" or at a minimum just enough insight into my vibes when it comes to having fun while on vaca in the city (blame it on the a a a alcohol). If you believe in me, you can ignore the rest of this review and just read this here: Opus is the best nightlife hotel option in Vancouver.
I fondly look at Vancity as Hollywood entertainment on a budget. Typical boutique hotel out-the-lobby costs near Sunset Blvd come out to $400-500 a night (e.g. Mondrian, Roosevelt, SLS). People often pull out the gross number when it comes to ego influencing measures such as income, but conveniently, conscious or not, disregard requisite expenses like sales taxes, hotel fees, valet costs, etc when it comes to services consumption. Perhaps this inability to do simple arithmetic lends credence as to why debt owns America, but this is not Yelp appropriate so let's move on. The bigger the city, the more expensive it gets is the general rule of thumb and Vancouver is no exception.
You can always go crazy and spend $5K a night at the Mondrian penthouse unit. You can do this at the Opus as well, but just at lower prices. A typical king size bed suite at the Opus runs $200-300 so you'll be looking at $250-$350 a night versus the LA $4 to $5. When you multiply the room fees over consecutive nights, simple math tells you the delta grows.
Now in Hollywood, it pays to stay at a top-drawer hotel because the establishment typically offers an awesome pool/bar experience fully taking advantage of Socal weather and human biology. The warmer the weather, the sweeter the juice. Opus does its best to cope with its much more cantankerous climate by being located smack dab in the middle of Yaletown. Yaletown offers the best lounge/bar scene in the city. You walk out of the Opus lobby and just across the street you've got a "pool" of Goose swimming lesson options.
The Opus Bar itself gets pretty swanky and energetic once the DJ sets up his/her booth in the lobby at around 9PM. Vancouver's ethnic make-up represents a much more accurate tapestry of modern economic globalization than the much bigger LA (segregated). I personally love this as I am all about the I.N.T.L. and Opus doesn't sell itself short.
Accommodations-wise, though it doesn't quite hit the Hollywood target, it gets there close enough to the point where you don't really care. You're only there to be flat on your back anyways. -
Review from Chris G.
Oakville, ON
3/1/2010
Stayed there for work and was very impressed. Modern upscale hotel, not the place for families.
Pros - Excellent location in trendy Yaletown, beautiful modern rooms and friendly helpful staff.
Cons - Not really a con but make sure you lower the floor to ceiling blind in the bathroom!
As I didn't pay for it, I couldn't really say whether it was good value or not. -
Review from Alison D.
3/29/2010
Took the train to Vancouver for my birthday and stayed here for the weekend.
Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was immaculate and stylish. Room service was quick and delicious.
Considering the party that was taking place in the bar I didn't hear much from my room. Elixir wasn't cheap but it was also quite delicious for brunch!
Excellent location- close to all the Yaletown shops and Robson Street shopping. -
Review from Jacob C.
Montréal, QC
3/29/2010
This is the kind of hotel you wish was in every city you visit.
Our stay at the Opus in Yaletown was fresh, fun, revitalizing and amazing in every way. The staff is all very helpful and VERY attentive to detail - you will be pleasantly surprised by this when you are here. Everything from the L'Occitane soaps in the bathroom, to the mix of upbeat and 'chill' music available in the in-room stereo, maintains an atmosphere of sophistication and style in every corner of this hotel.
Best of all, the variety of hip rooms and stylish accoutrements make this hotel look modern and chic. Wonderful for a young and style-attuned crowd.
One of my personal favourite moments was when we returned to our room after dinner and found that the stereo was set on repeat to the hotel's own mix CD of lounge-type nightlife music, a card was left detailing the weather report for the next day, and the lights were turned down low to set the mood after an evening of good food and drink.
The Opus' attention to detail, cleanliness, and chic style make this a top recommendation from me. We are eager to visit the Opus in Montreal to see if it lives up to the stellar standard set by Vancouver! -
Review from Kathryn A.
1/24/2009
I stayed here while visiting Vancouver for work. This hotel is amazing! The bed was really comfortable, they provided L'Occitane products in the shower, the room was very sleek and modern, and the best part was the heated bathroom floors! Only suggestion is bring your own hairdryer, the one they provide isn't great.
This was my first visit to Vancouver so I am still not that familiar with the area, but the neighborhood was really nice with a lot of great restaurants near by.
I can't wait to go back to Vancouver for work just to stay here again!
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