Downtown Eastside
Vancouver
Visit Downtown Eastside
Popular places to visit
Hotel Europe
Find out about the history of Vancouver with a stop at Hotel Europe. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Imagine you are in Suzhou, China in this beautifully created urban oasis where architecture, rocks, plants and water provide a peaceful, harmonious setting.
Maple Tree Square
You can find out about the history of Vancouver when you stop by Maple Tree Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Gassy Jack Statue
Towns and cities often have founders with military backgrounds. Vancouver, however, has one with more colorful beginnings and an unusual name.
Rickshaw Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Rickshaw Theatre during your stay in Vancouver. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Chinese Cultural Centre Museum and Archive in Vancouver. Stroll along the waterfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
VanDusen Botanical Garden Admission Tickets
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Ticket
Bloedel Conservatory Admission Tickets
Vancouver Lookout Admission Ticket
Vancouver to Victoria Tour + Butchart Gardens Admission
Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass
Top hotels in Downtown Eastside
Keefer House
Kitchen had everything, including several ways to make coffee. Nice lounge and big TV. Very convenient washer and dryer. Comfortable bed and good closet space. Nice bathroom. Excellent communication with staff
Reviewed on 3 Apr, 2026
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Close to the freeway, noisy.
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
Great checkin, clean comfortable room, friendly staff. Restaurant staff in the morning were not quite as welcoming but in no way rude, perhaps just busy. The Pinnacle Harbourfront will always be my go to for stop overs on my way to the Island
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
River Rock Casino Resort
We generally stay in the casino side , and it is nicer . The mattress in our room was very very stained and we were surrounded by screaming children slamming doors into the night. The “ hotel “ building seemed to be more for family’s and sports teams .
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
Clean and nice rooms Great views of the downtown Vancouver Thank you to Brian who spoke our language for explaining everything ..
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Hotel Willo (formerly YWCA Hotel Vancouver)
Absolutely horrid Experience I was given 5 minutes to Leave pack up my Room and Get out and Leave My Suite After coming From my House in Surrey where I was assaulted and Slashed by A Drunken Sub leasee who Tried to Stab me With a Set of Keys and Threatened me in my Own house And then Jumped Into ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Eastside
Chinatown
Well liked for its restaurants and gardens, Chinatown is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and Main Street, and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to get around the city.
Gastown
Gastown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Gastown Steam Clock or Hotel Europe.
Crosstown
While you're in Crosstown, take in top sights like International Village Mall and jump on the metro at Stadium-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.
Central Vancouver
If you're spending time in Central Vancouver, check out sights like Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal or Vancouver Waterfront and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Granville Station or Vancouver City Center Station.
Downtown Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal and Vancouver Waterfront are a few top attractions in Downtown Vancouver. Hop around the city on the metro at Vancouver City Center Station or Granville Station and check out the area's captivating waterfront views, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
Strathcona
You'll enjoy the cafes and shopping in Strathcona. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street or Jimi Hendrix Shrine.
