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West End Guest House
Categories: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels & Travel Bed & Breakfast Hotels, Bed & Breakfast [Edit]
1362 Haro StVancouver, BC V6E 1G2
Neighbourhood: West End
(604) 681-2889
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 8 am - 8 pm
2 reviews for West End Guest House
2 reviews in English
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Review from Sara H.
12/30/2010
Seriously, they need to add at least three more stars before I could even come close to doing this review the proper way, but since reality exists I will just say that the west end guest house goes above and beyond expectations.
The rooms are very reasonably priced for the amount of luxury and history that you feel when you stay in them, the service is relaxed and consistent, full delicious breakfasts that leave you full of energy to scope out all of downtown and its parks and life, it seems to be right in the hub, easy to access busses and cabs but not around any noise or traffic.
I never felt more at home.
P.S...featherbed in the deluxe queen, among the fact that it was beyond gorgeous. See you in the summertime!!! -
Review from Janet H.
2/11/2009
I recently stayed at the West End Guest House in Vancouver. I have been very fortunate lately with my selection of B&Bs, since lately I have found the insides of a hotel to be at times impersonal. Upon arrival I notice the grounds and garden are kept in immaculate condition and the guest house inside takes you back in time to the turn of the century. The last century of course.
Since I was travelling alone, I reserved a room in their cozy double. The room has a double size bed and a small private bath w/ walk-in shower. The bathroom has a hairdryer, shampoo and soap. This cozy room is the right size for 1 person. With 2 people, it becomes cramped quickly.
There is a communal kitchen with a refrigerator holding bottle water, sodas and juice. Also there are homemade baked goods served daily in a glass cake holder. While there, they served banana bread (delish!). Another great plus is the complimentary gourmet breakfast served to all guests in the morning. My breakfast was a breakfast burrito on a whole wheat tortilla served with fresh fruit. A nice way to start the day!
For internet access, there is a wireless internet station in the hallway. Should you bring your laptop, there is a Starbucks on Robson Street about 1 block away that offers wireless internet for a fee.
Evan, the proprietor, is very friendly and helpful in meeting your needs during your stay. Whenever I can, I always try to find a smaller hotel or a bed & breakfast which takes the edge off of traveling making you feel more at home. For great hospitality and great value, the West End Guest House is your place!
Specialties
Bed and Breakfast located in the centre of the city. Steps away from many of the activities a tourist might want to do. Stanley Park, the SeaWall, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Robson Street for its shops and restaurants are all within easy walking distance.
Canada Line links the Airport with downtown Vancouver, we are an 8 block walk from the City Centre Station. Other public transit systems are available as well.
All rooms have private bathrooms, flat screen TVs, telephones and breakfast is included. Wi-Fi is free and so is parking.
Come to Vancouver for the nature, stay at the West End Guest House for it's central location and historical connect to Vancouver's past.
History
Established in 1985
In 1906 the widow Melora Edwards bought this house to live with her adult children and be close to her other son - George, a well known & influencial Vancouver photographer. George's photographs of early Vancouver and BC hang in the halls of the house now, a reminder of a different time.
The Edwards family lived in the house until the last one died in 1964. In 1985 it became the West End Guest House. With 7 bedrooms all with private bath it has become a very popular location for visiting tourists, business people, and convention attendees. All of the city's major conference facilities are closeby.
As a result of having such a connection with the past the house is set up similar to how it might have felt 10 decades ago. Some of the furnishings evoke that time while modern amenities were added so that the West End Guest House stays abreast of any modern accommodation.
The current owner of 19 years, Evan Penner, is the recipient of the Moyra Turner Hospitality Award.
Meet the Business Owner: Evan P.
At a tender age for B&B owner - 35 - I bought the house to continue with my Hotel career. Being very interested in hospitality and loving old houses I thought the way to best live my dream was to buy this B&B.
Heritage Architecture interests me so I am always looking for ways to make the house more appealing to people with the same interests. But the thing I like the most about the business ( and this is over my experience in the hotel industry) is a genuine appreciation from my guests about the efforts I put into the house and their care.
I love being a host and a front line Vancouver Ambassador. The biggest pleasure for me is to help a guest enjoy our beautiful city.
I am married, have two poodles - Friday and Persia and Boots the Cat. Ron, my husband also is very involved in the B&B.
