48 hours in… Vancouver
WHERE TO STAY
L’Hermitage is the best boutique hotel in Vancouver. Located in the heart of the city’s shopping and entertainment district and only blocks from its financial centre, it offers convenience and luxury. Rooms start at $279 per night, visit lhermitagevancouver.com
WHERE TO GO
Just a 25 minute drive from the city centre, Grouse Mountain offers all you could hope for from the Canadian countryside: pines, snow and expansive views. Reach the top via Skyride, or, if you’ve over done it with the poutine, use the steps.
WHERE TO DRINK
The Afterglow Lounge Vancouver was rated one of the best 100 bars in the world, and it’s easy to see why: the affluent but hip vibe is as stylish as it is atmospheric. Open 5pm-midnight Mon-Wed, Sun; 5pm-1am Thur-Sat. Visit glowbalgroup.com
WHERE TO EAT
West has a reputation among visitors and locals for being one of the best restaurants in the city: great Canadian ingredients presented simply and elegantly is the name of the game. Visit westrestaurant.com