Discover Our History

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, the ‘Castle in the City’ reflects timeless luxury and history of Vancouver since 1939. Journey through the iconic moments of the storied past within the renovated grandeur of the present.

Decades of Design

Beginning in 1939 with an art moderne style and spanning over eight decades, Hotel Vancouver’s design tells a story of changing trends and lasting looks.

Guests sitting in Hotel Vancouver's art moderne lobby design in 1939
Guests sitting in Hotel Vancouver's art moderne lobby design in 1939

Decades of Design

Beginning in 1939 with an art moderne style and spanning over eight decades, Hotel Vancouver’s design tells a story of changing trends and lasting looks.

Couple dancing in the grand Pacific Ballroom before wedding celebrations.

Weddings

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is where ‘happily-ever-after’ begins in grand style.

Stay in The Loop

Keep up on the latest happenings, get new recipes from our chefs, learn the hotel’s behind-the-scenes stories, and more on our blog. Read more…

Top locations for viewing Vancouver’s Cherry Blossoms this Spring

With the change of season from winter to spring, now is the time to get out and explore Vancouver’s cherry blossoms!

Things to do in Vancouver – March

With events throughout Vancouver Cocktail Week, Canada’s Rugby Sevens, NHL home games, and an abundance of snow on the mountains, March is a fantastic month to get out an explore Vancouver!

Recipe – Notch8 Spice Rub

A quick, easy, and flavourful Notch8 spice rub recipe for chicken, pork, beef, and fish that is reminiscent of a blackening dry rub. 

Things to do in Vancouver – February

Vancouver is buzzing in February with NHL Games, festivals, Lunar New Year celebrations, and outdoor skating fun for the family!

Notch8 Restaurant & Bar

Featuring regional fare including new favourites and prized classics.