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Vancouver is a unique cosmopolitan city on the edge of the Pacific Coast, woven into a natural setting, where mountains, ocean and metropolis intertwine to create an incredible Canadian destination. It features both local and international dining in contemporary settings, so you can enjoy your favorite libations while overlooking the picturesque views that give Vancouver its postcard backdrop.
Encompassed in this space is a unique property that offers spectacular views and deluxe levels of comfort: the DOUGLAS, an Autograph Collection Hotel. The Douglas delivers boutique luxury with 188 rooms and suites and a curated collection of exquisitely furnished restaurants, bars and a one-of-a-kind sixth-floor park, providing a memorable urban retreat for the modern traveler.
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Accommodations
In the heart of Vancouver, the DOUGLAS Autograph Collection is an excellent blend of urban and chic. Featured in the Michelin Guide’s hotel selection, the DOUGLAS is a stunning example of cozy ambiance and modern displays along a curated collection of social spaces—the Douglas is crafted to tell a story.
From the moment you walk out onto the sixth-floor reception space, guests are greeted by a majestic 25-foot replica of a Douglas fir tree encased in glass; it commands the room. Douglas fir trees lined the banks of False Creek for thousands of years; the homage the hotel pays to these native beauties, which laid the foundation for the city’s burgeoning economy, is what makes the Douglas feel like a luxury trip in the great outdoors.
A lush living wall also breathes fresh air into the open space. The natural fixtures and contemporary finishes are evident throughout the cleverly designed spaces and stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites.
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An Urban Park of Serenity
Guests from the DOUGLAS Autograph Collection have access to tranquil urban spaces. One of which is its rooftop retreat. High above Vancouver’s skyline sits a tranquil oasis – a 30,000-square-foot park on the sixth floor of the DOUGLAS. The park is home to more than 200 native pines and 15,000 local floras, enhancing the hotel’s sustainability efforts by lowering its carbon footprint while giving a breath of fresh air back into the city. Take a stroll along quiet paths leading to soothing water features and intimate alcoves while soaking in the silence of this unrivaled escape right in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Culinary
Honey Salt celebrates the best that BC has to offer. It serves chef-driven, farm-to-table cuisine, highlighting locally and regionally sourced ingredients that present the bounty of British Columbia on a plate. My breakfast favs are the BC smoked salmon board and the avocado toast.
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“To the Victor belongs the spoils,” and here, at The Victor, guests are treated to a feast fit for royalty. Drawing inspiration from the architectural style of Queen Victoria, the creativity and rich flavors of The Victor feature a contemporary and seasonally inspired menu, highlighting an array of Pacific Northwest seafood. This sixth-floor rooftop restaurant offers a selection of specialty steaks and an incredible sushi and raw bar. Their cocktail menu is evenly matched to their cuisine, and their unique desserts include a cotton candy dome with secret donuts inside.
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