Just visited here where our cruise initiated.
We could not find a good priced hotel in Vancouver (downtown) and even Priceline let us down this time, so I would like to pass along a great deal I found in nearby Burnaby at the Hilton. Went on the Interent and got a special rate for encouraging Canada tourism of something like $115 US. We had a FANTASTIC corner room, glass from floor to ceilings, free Internet... luxurious bedding - down comforter and pillows -- I wasn't sure I wanted to leave! It was very quiet and comfortable. The view was spectacular! We could actually see the water and there were mountains behind us. The sky train was only a block from the hotel (which we used to get around) and a big mall across the street. There was also a nice big grocery store a block away and we were able to get some quick breakfast there at McDonald's inside and Tim Horton's.
We also got a free pass on the Sea Bus and took that over to the Quay Market. Wonderful little place for strolling, view of Vancouver and some shops. Not too big, but a nice visit. Plenty of little places to eat that is not too expensive.
