Reviews Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
Aug 9, 2009
When we arrived at the Sandman, there was a fire fighter/police officer convention going on, the restaurant and surrounding streets were noisy and crowded. The hotel is attached to restaurants, bars and a public fitness center, it just felt noisy and very public throughout the open lobby. Now that I think back on it, the hotel just felt chaotic. Upstairs in the rooms, it was more quiet. We stayed with family and had 3 rooms amongst us. The room my boyfriend and I had was cramped-feeling, smelled like smoke, and was dark. Our view was of the radio station across the street. My mother's room had a great expansive view, so if you do stay at the Sandman, I would recommend asking for a corner room facing the stadium! We were within walking distance of Yaletown, which is a fun area, but we were also close to some seedy sections so just make sure you know where you're going or drive.

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
Jun 29, 2009
I managed to book this hotel at a reasonable rate but was a bit apprehensive after reading all the reviews. First thing when I checked in after an over 14 hours flight, lovely Eric at the reception took pity on us and checked us in straightaway at 10am!
I find him to be more than helpful and ready to help with any questions and will even tell you which bus to catch as buses in Vancouver is so easy to get around and cheap.
The location is also so convenient as you can walk to most places of interest

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
Jun 26, 2009
Ideal location at the lower end of Georgia Street, 10 minute walk to China Town and only 3 or 4 mins more to Gas Town. A 15 minute walk will see you in the heart of downtown Vancouver. A 10 minute $10 cab ride will see you at the Canada Place cruise terminal.
Rooms are spacious and comfortable and a decent choice of bars and eateries within the hotel.
Prices are very reasonable and car parking is underground .

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
May 28, 2009
Pros:
- Excellent location for events at GM place / going downtown
- Secure parking ($11 a night)

Cons:
- Window was covered in bird poop
- Carpet between bathroom and bed was soaking wet
- Pigeons created a next in the wall between rooms. Could hear them all night
- Elevators take FOR EVER to get to your floor and when they do you have to pack in like sardines
- Not worth the price (We paid $200 for 2 people, 1 night) I guess you are paying for location

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
May 2009
The hotel was fine, but we had the tiniest room in the building. (We saw the floor layout posted in the room) Other than that it was fine. The price was right and we could walk all over the city. The hotel staff were very accommodating. Very friendly atmosphere, helpful and professional. Moxie Restaurant had a good choices of food. Waiters were fast and reliable. I would definitely come back.

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
May 2009
Sandman certainly isn’t top end, and is looking a little shabby, but the staff were nice, the room was clean, and it was 30 seconds away from the start line of the Vancouver Marathon (which is why we were there). There are lots of cheap places to eat on Robson, just a block away. You’re pretty far from English Bay and the Aquarium, so plan to drive.

Guest Review of the Sandman Hotel Downtown Vancouver
May 2009
Best place to stay for anything going on at GM Place or BC Place. Good night club, sports bar and restaurant right in the hotel, and a block from events. Rooms are okay, clean.