CHECKING IN: THE ST REGIS, VANCOUVER

Vancouver has quickly become one of my favourite cities in Canada, due to the endless charm, energy, and sights that it has to offer. I recently wrote a comprehensive guide on how to stay off the beaten track in the city and avoid the classic tourist traps – but didn’t go into detail about the gorgeous little hotel I stayed in during my time there. And so, I bring you – the St. Regis.

The Hotel

Not to be dramatic, but I literally felt as though the hotel staff would die for me. Every tiny request I had was fulfilled – from the smallest to the most annoying. Walking in through the entrance, a member of staff would prise the door open for me whilst another greeted me from reception, getting up to swipe their card for the elevator so that I wouldn’t have to wait a single second for it to arrive. When I would leave the hotel, I would be offered an umbrella for the rain, and could grab an extra pillow chocolate or two from the cleaners (who were so nice). Reception had daily weather forecasts on the front desk, and would give me flawless advice about how to spend the day, and I felt so incredibly taken care of.

The hotel is located in the very heart of Vancouver, a perfect distance away from downtown attractions, restaurants, and malls. Whilst the city life is bustling, the rooms are completely blocked off from outside noise which is a relief. Local transport is accessible from almost directly outside the hotel, conveniently connecting you to other areas of the city. 

The Suite

The suite itself is gorgeous, with patched jade faux-leather walls, two flat screen televisions, and the plumpest pillows I have ever come across. Every evening, I would return to the hotel to find little chocolates on the bed cushions – which tasted exactly like a bar I ate once as a child, making me want to abandon my lactose-free diet to indulge in mounds upon mounds of the stuff.

The bathroom was, in essence, a wet room, with a large marble seat to lounge upon in the shower, a plethora of L’occitane gels and lotions (my favourite skincare brand), and extremely thick towels and dressing gowns. The mirror was massive and very Hollywood-esque, which made applying make-up feel like I was prepping for the Oscars. Oh, and the walls were textured with little folds and ribbons. 

The small living room was incredibly comfy and cosy – and made it exceedingly difficult to leave to explore the city. Styled like a 50’s living room, it brought me a large amount of joy to merely lounge across the sofa, watch daytime TV, and brew copious amounts of coffee and tea (I’m British, after all). The complimentary Fiji water made me feel exceedingly suave, and the luxe throw rendered my binge sofa-eating into something more glamorous. 

The Food

For breakfast, I was offered a small menu with three options. Throughout the duration of my stay, I tried two of the available options – an omelette, and a small continental breakfast. The omelette was exactly what I needed to start the day, stuffed with meat and mushrooms and veg, and the continental breakfast consisted of a bowl of cereal, fruit salad, and a selection of pretty little pastries.

Both are served in the hotel restaurant, which features a laid-back atmosphere, helpful staff members who brought me lactose-free milk and gluten-free bread, and several televisions showcasing the daily news. It’s a cosy little place, with leather chairs and a warm Georgian design, and was the perfect place to wake up every morning.

I ordered generous amounts of room service whilst at the hotel, merely because after a long day exploring I just wanted to kick back in the room. I highly recommend the fish and chips (possibly just because I miss home, and they nailed it perfectly), and the cookie skillet (goes perfect with a simple green tea) – and there’s always something super indulgent about not having to leave the house to experience fine dining.

Have you guys ever stayed at a hotel like this, or even the St. Regis itself? Or have I inspired you to venture out to Vancouver to check out this little haven? Let me know in the comments below!

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