Rare Find Exquisitely New Quiet & Safe Skytrain Home
Location: 2675 East 21st Avenue, Vancouver, ca
Star Rating: 8.3 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Luxurious Accommodation with Modern Amenities
Discover a hidden gem in Vancouver at Rare Find Exquisitely New Quiet & Safe Skytrain Home. Experience ultimate comfort with air-conditioned rooms, private entrance, and free WiFi.
Convenient Location with Easy Access to Attractions
Located just a short distance from Pacific Coliseum and Vancouver Olympic Centre, our hotel offers easy access to popular landmarks. Explore the city effortlessly with the nearby Broadway - City Hall Skytrain Station.
Breathtaking Views and Serene Environment
Indulge in stunning mountain views from your room's balcony or take a stroll in the peaceful garden. Unwind in style and tranquility at our exquisite Skytrain home.
Book now to experience luxury and serenity at Rare Find Exquisitely New Quiet & Safe Skytrain Home.
Important Information
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Policies
Check-in: 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Express check-in/check-out
- Non-smoking throughout
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- CCTV outside property
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Security alarm
- Mobile app for room service
- Express check-in
- Free wired internet
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Japanese garden
Rooms Available
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Deluxe Queen Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air purifiers
- Hand sanitiser
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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a shared bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The double room has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a washing machine, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air purifiers
- Hand sanitiser
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Two-Bedroom Suite
Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air purifiers
- Hand sanitiser
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Three-Bedroom Suite
The fireplace is the standout feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air purifiers
- Hand sanitiser
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Queen Suite
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. In the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The suite has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a dining area. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Air purifiers
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Yuri (7/5): - 調理に必要な設備が充実しており、プライベートな空間で過ごす事ができた。 夜間に別の部屋の水の音が大きく響いたのが気になった。
- Ralph (10/5): A home away from home. - It was home away from home for me, I really enjoyed my stay. Everything was great nothing was left out.
- Paula (7/5): - Clean, location short walk from train which connected easily to the city. Neighbours a bit noisy
- Amatulla (7/5): -
- Flaumitsch (7/5): - Quiet and clean Far from down town
- DIEU MERCI (10/5): C’était Merveilleux 👌🏾 - Safe and quiet… luxury There is everything u need inside 👌🏾
- Petra (1/5): Dringend abzuraten da unsicher und unhygienisch - Verkehrsgünstige Lage (2 Minuten zur nächsten Bus-, 6 Min. zur nächsten SkyTrain-Haltestelle; ruhige Umgebung Unhygienisch dreckig: ein langes, schwarzes Haar im Bett unter dem Kopfkissen, ebenso in der Mikrowelle, viele verschiedene Haare auf dem Fußboden im Bad; massiver Schimmelbefall in der Duschkabine; Zahnpastareste von den Vorgängern im Waschbecken; Putzlappen in der Salatschüssel; Staubablagerungen; unordentlicher Hinterhof…
in 9 Tagen keine Reinigung, kein Wechsel der Bettwäsche
Wohnung ist extrem hellhörig, keinerlei Schalldämmung der Abflussrohre der Nachbarwohnungen
Elektroinstallation scheint nicht sicher: in der Küche überall Aufkleber jeweils nur ein Gerät zu benutzen, z. B. Dunstabzug darf nicht eingeschaltet werden, wenn die Kochplatte an ist; am Wäschetrockner der Hinweis, ihn nicht zu benutzen, wenn der Trockner in der Nachbarwohnung läuft (was man tatsächlich problemlos hören kann)
lediglich eine Einzelkochplatte
Flohmarkt-artige Sammlung an Geschirr und Besteck
Matratze war etwas durchgelegen
keine Stöpsel an den Waschbecken, weder im Bad noch in der Küche, somit z. B. Handwäsche für einzelnes Wäschestück nicht möglich
Personal war keines zu sehen oder zu hören; Info zum Check-in-Ablauf kam per Nachricht
- Dev (9/5): -
- Наталья (10/5): -
- Steven (7/5): not really close to the skytrain , had to take a cab to the station, would suit a younger person - nice roomy place the entrance is very narrow to get to the back , the bath is not senior friendly , there are no bars to balance your step in & out of the bath which is very high & was ver difficult to get in & out of safely
- Geneviève Evelyn (1/5): Extremely disappointing do not stay here. We walked in, couldn’t believe it, took a few pictures and left to books hotel - Nothing actually. Not representative of the pictures shown. Unclean bathroom, unsanitary, mold in shower, moldy inside. Asked the property owner to reimburse part of my stay as we didn’t stay there at all. Refused to. Not impressed. Misrepresentation. This is no exquisite, rare find.
- Fernanda (8/5): - Great and quiet location. Easy access to the sky train. Good enough for two people.
The apartment is well-equipped, with everything you need. The towels were not smelling very good, having more options would be helpful. There was only one towel for each person. The apartment had dust accumulated on the decorations.
- Charles (1/5): Terrible - If something happens to you, like an accident, this accommodation doesn’t care and only wants your money.
- Zattoichi (7/5): -
- Holly (10/5): -
- Anna (10/5): -
- Nyamsuren (10/5): We had a comfortable But I'm afraid I'll ruin the family's things. - We stayed here comfortable like as home good
- Javier (9/5): Muy bien - Reservamos la casa teniendo en cuenta lo que se informaba en el anuncio y no hubo sorpresas, era tal cual e incluso mejor.
- Oksana (10/5): Excellent - Loved our 3-night stay here! The place was super clean, cozy, and stylish — felt like home right away. Great location, close to everything but still peaceful. The host was friendly and quick to respond. Definitely one of the best stays we’ve had in Vancouver
- Christiane (6/5): - Unter dem Bett lagen Staubmäuse.Das Haus ist sehr hellhörig.
- Ozaki (8/5): -
- Vo (10/5): - Clean, nice decorations.
- Patricia (7/5): - Great to be able to spread out with the family The description didn't say 3 rooms had just one single bunk.
There were 4 sets of towels for 5 people.
- Volker (10/5): Tolle Wohnung mit guter Anbindung - Alles vorhanden und noch mehr ☺️
Tolle, großzügige Wohnung ./.
- Diane (4/5): Disappointing - 1/ A man entered the property while we were resting after our flight. This scared my wife. We still don't know who it was.
2/ When booking we asked as a condition for luggage storage pending a late departure. Never really answered the request and then flatly refused to assist while we were there. Additional costs were incurred to store our luggage elsewhere.
3/ Property is a house and garage with at least 3 separate tenants. Property was noisy with people and plumbing noises at all hours, which detracted from quiet and private use of this property.
4/ Property particularly kitchen has excessive messages taped to walls regarding not using too many appliances at once. i.e toaster and coffee machine. Was there an electrical risk to users?
- Ileana (8/5): Very good -
- Zohreh (9/5): Superb - Everything was perfect
- Radosław (7/5): Good and comfortable - It's a quite comfortable and very clean apartment not far from the Skytrain. There's an easy parking right outside and it is very well equipped. Contact is fast and easy, WiFi working, and the pricing is fair. The light could be brighter.
- John (8/5): Very good -
- Mayur (9/5): Comfortable and homely stay - The location of the property is very good, it's proximity to Nanaimo station makes it very convenient for downtown Vancouver trips. Additionally, the host provided all the items that're required for a comfortable and homely stay.. We could hear the noise from the neighbors upstairs in the middle of the night. Additionally we felt that the unit has a very limited number of sockets...
- Shirley (5/5): Passable -
- Andrew (9/5): Superb - The accommodation was very good with very compy bed. Lots of amenities such as washing machine, dryer etc. Could do with Mat in bath as its quite slippy when showering Walk to skytrain was a bit longer than anticipated. It took about 15 minutes in total. Probably need a uber to go to restaurant/ pubs in the evening
- Monks (10/5): Exceptional -
- Steven (5/5): Pretty good. I would probably choose another place in the future. - It was a cool location, a place really highlighting Vancouver’s diverse population. A good little grocery store was around the corner. Also, you can’t go wrong being to close to the train. It was nice to have laundry in the unit, although there was a note about times to run it (fair enough) and a note about listening for the next door neighbor’s laundry and avoiding doing your own at the same time. Bed was super comfy and the bathroom was nice. The photos showed a full kitchen, but the unit I was in only had a hot plate, a microwave, and a sign above the hot plate that said, “No Frying Pls”. I had planned to buy groceries and cook a lot while there, so this was an issue. Anyone who cooks a lot needs more than one heating unit to pull off a lunch or dinner. There were also lots of hand-written notes about not plugging too many things in at once that made me think there might be electrical issues. I am really not trying to dump on the owners. I had a good time there, but these were my observations.
- Fabian (8/5): Nice apartment, perfect location. - Perfect location. Close to Skytrain. Quiet and nice neighborhood.
Apartment was nice and had everything you’d except (and need). You can hear everything that is going on in the house. It wasn’t even loud, but toilet flushes, steps … you hear everything, unfortunately.
- Ben (10/5): Exceptional - Was so well priced for what is was owners were lovely and helpful
- Yt (7/5): 20 min away from Metropolis Mall - Spacious, well equipped, you can do laundry and cook up meals here. Great for people with big luggages as there is just 1 small flight of stairs. Would prefer additional locks on the door to feel safer. The existing door you have to pull towards you when locking from outside.
- Nicole (6/5): my short stay - washing machines, small suite, no extra bedding, little cooking utensils, very small couch
- Maksim (10/5): Exceptional -
- Suly (10/5): Exceptional -
- Danielle (8/5): Very good -
- Caleb (7/5): Good -
- Muriel (9/5): Good location, comfortable, very clean and quiet - The property is very well maintained and the appartement I rent was spacious, fully equipped as mentioned in the description, the bed was very comfortable, and everything is thought for a comfortable stay, the place was very clean and quiet. Walking distance to Nanaimo station which was very convenient. The neighborhood is quiet and safe. This is a place I would rent again if I come back to Vancouver!
- Charles (10/5): my stay was the best, everything was clean and owner responds to message faster than a flash. - Very clean, location is the best and I will come back here again. There’s nothing to hate about this apartment.
- Kbo123 (7/5): Good - Host was quick to respond to issues. Flat is clean and shower works well. This is in a quiet neighbourhood Flat is a ten minute walk from the Skytrain, which I didn't like doing at night alone.
- Lewis (10/5): Exceptional - Great location. The stay is a little bigger than it looks in the photos. Clean, modern and comfortable.
- 青木 (8/5): Very good -
- Alireza (8/5): Very good - The place was spacious and well-maintained. The landlord is very attentive, with clear instructions thoughtfully placed around the property. Although I didn’t use the kitchen, it’s fully equipped, so it's worth checking the cabinets before purchasing any additional items. The sound insulation could be improved, but this is typical of wood-frame houses in Vancouver
- Jonathan (7/5): Good -
- Shuai (10/5): It was an excellent experience! 非常完美的体验! - I had an absolutely fantastic experience staying at this place! The home was spotless, cozy, and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The attention to detail was remarkable, from the well-stocked kitchen to the plush linens on the bed. The location was ideal, close to all the attractions, yet tucked away in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Even though the parking is free along the street, it might be tricky to find a spot sometimes as there are many cars, which can be a little inconvenient. However, you can still find a spot, just a little bit far from the place.
- Rory (6/5): Pleasant -
- Dorothy (7/5): Need more work to if wants to accommodate more adults - Location was great. Easy to find parking on the street. Full kitchen with everything needed to cook. The main bedroom is confortable. We rented the 3 bedroom. 2 of which had upper bunk bed both more suitable for kids bedroom than adult and the beds in those rooms are hard.
Provided 1 towel each person. No face clothes or extra until asked. Was unable to provide a throw for the couch as it was more confortable to sleep on that than on one of the bunk beds. Cleaning is ok. Found junk in the creases of the couch.
- Pwt (10/5): Well appointed and quiet suite in a quiet and safe neighborhood. - Nicely appointed and clean unit in a lovely neighborhood. Although we did not use the kitchen, it had all that was needed to make simple meals. We walked past parks and to a nice restaurant. Suite was clean and quiet. Ample street parking.
- Samira (7/5): Good value, close to skytrain, safe neighborhood - The neighborhood felt safe, very close to Nanaimo skytrain station which only took 10-15 min to downtown Vancouver. The suite was clean and had good facilities. Good value for what we got. The suite wasn’t quiet as promised in the listing. We heard footsteps and things dropping on the floor above us as well as talking from the neighbors in the suite nextdoor even after 11 pm which was when quiet time started. We’re usually not sensitive to noise but this suite was very noisy.
The washing machine could only be used between 3-11 pm IF the neighbors weren’t using theirs at the same time. This wasn’t very flexible as the neighbors were washing every evening. We could clearly hear when the neighbors were using their washing machine.
- Bby_wong (9/5): Superb - The air conditioning in every room is excellent, especially during the heatwave. The property has everything we need, including bathroom toiletries, storage space, and a fully equipped kitchen. The main ensuite bedroom has a nice closet and a very comfortable extra-large bed. We have a separate entrance for our unit and the host is helpful and flexible with checkout times. It would be helpful to clarify in the listing that the single and double beds are actually bunk beds, as they are not well-suited for adults. The single bunk bed comes with a thin mattress, and the double bunk bed is uncomfortable for taller individuals. Furthermore, it would be beneficial to address the visible stains and dirt on the kitchen scissors and kettle.
- David (8/5): A good place to stay when visiting Vancouver - Very nice apartment, well equipped and very clean. Nice quiet safe location. I would have liked some outside seating. It was really nice weather and it would have been good to be able to sit outside rather than have to go out all the time.
- Michelle (8/5): Very good - Great location, an easy walk from a train station and good bus lines.
- Connie (8/5): Overall a decent stay - The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe. It was only a 10 minute walk to the Skytrain and 2 stops from the PCS. A small store was very close by. The bed was very comfortable and having laundry in the unit was great. Very bright lights from the alley kept us awake (needs blackout curtains) until we moved the bed so the door could be closed. Loud talking in the unit above until 2am, when we were told quiet time started at 10pm. Loud dog barking outside our bedroom window early in the morning.
- Bronwyn (6/5): Pleasant -
- Ummang (10/5): Exceptional -
- Ronald (10/5): Exceptional -
- James (10/5): Excellent clean accommodation with everything we needed. - The location was very quiet but a bit of a walk from the skytrain going in to downtown Vancouver. However there was a bus nearby going to a nearer shopping centre at Brentwood which had an excellent market. Nothing, all good.
- Kris (9/5): Very much enjoyed our stay. Convenient location to Skyrail . - Lovely host and get facilities It was all good
- Robert (8/5): Home away from home! Very comfortable & clean. - This place is like a “home away from home”, which had everything I needed for a comfortable stay, with the added bonus of a full kitchen, so I could prepare my own meals. I didn’t use the Skytrain but it seems close. I choose to Uber around, as was easy & convenient. The place was very clean and the bed was lovely. Everything was good
- Steve (10/5): Wished I Had Booked For Longer - Quiet, secure and felt like home very quickly.
Very short walk to bus or a bit longer to the Skytrain. Thin walls where you could hear others. Do not let this deter you, it was just occasional, not frequent.
- Tracey (6/5): Pleasant - The location was convenient. The unit was clean and bright.
The neighbourhood seemed safe. The insulation between walls was so poor that we could hear people breathing in the room next to us.
The unit was sparse, no artwork or warmth in the decor. The pictures on website do not represent out unit and must have come from another unit in the building. There weren't enough towels.
- Hsin (10/5): Exceptional - The studio is cozy and pretty, location is good, go to Skytrain only takes 10mins by waling. moreover, it provides all the kitchen utensils. and of course, landlord is friendly.
- Luciano (10/5): Exceptional -
- Esther (10/5): An excellent stay: quiet, clean & comfortable. The host was very friendly & understanding. - No breakfast was provided There was a while for me to find out texting was the fastest way to get an answer. But the property recommended phoning and emailing.
- Camila (9/5): Nice unit near Nanaimo Station - Great location near Nanaimo Station and a beautiful lake down the road. It had all necessary appliances to stay comfortably. The hosts always responded quickly and communication was easy. Before our arrival they explained everything clearly. The space was also great for two people, and the bathroom had heated floor as well! The matress was a bit hard for my personal liking, and it would be a nice improvement to make the unit sound proof.
- Ara (9/5): Superb -
- Rudy (10/5): Ada the owner was very good to us, pleasant and responsive in all questions. She, actually allowed us for an early check - Is close enough to a bus line, good small supermarket near by, very well equipped, good size kitchen and full size washer and dryer. Basically I did not see anything that I dislike
- Yufu (10/5): A best choice and experience for us. - The location is perfect for both private car and public transportation. The one-bedroom unit rivals the comfort of a high-end hotel suite but with the added benefit of feeling like a home away from home. The attention to detail and personalized touches surpass what you'd typically find in a hotel. While the initial cost is lower the overall value becomes evident when considering the extended stay, quiet neighborhood, kitchen facilities, and homey atmosphere, making it a more cost-effective choice in the long run. Good enough and we can’t expect more.
- Nadia (9/5): Superb -
- Anonymous (10/5): Exceptional -
- Saeed (8/5): Nice comfortably spot for a decent price. - Breakfast was not provided — convenience grocery store located nearby — food is very cheap in Vanc overall — no complaints —would recommend
- Phil (10/5): Lovely place to stay - Close to Skytrain Station, so it was easy to get to downtown Vancouuver.
Close to large convenience store.
Excellent facilities, including washer/dryer.
Free parking right outside the door. Nothing
- Elaine (7/5): Good value. - Well equipped and in a good location for transport into the city. Has washer and dryer, good shower, comfortable bed. It was horribly noisy in the evenings, bad soundproofing between the houses, floors meant you could hear people moving around disturbing our sleep.
- Juliet (7/5): Nice apartment, as described and did the job. - Had a week in Vancouver to help settle my daughter in at UBC so we needed an apartment for two for a couple of nights and then just me for the rest of the week. The apartment was in a really nice residential area, with a lovely little food shop a two minute walk away and Nanaimo Sky Train station a 10 minute walk. From Nanaimo it's a really quick journey to get to downtown Vancouver, and 10mins by Sky Train then 30mins by bus to get to UBC. The neighbourhood felt really safe, the neighbours are friendly and the apartment had everything we needed for a short and very busy stay. The beds are super comfortable and the kitchen was pretty well equipped. There are many, many Uber eats options (including wine deliveries - so civilised) so catering was easy. There were two things I didn't like about the apartment. First was the door in the main bedroom that led into the next apartment. It was locked and I didn't try and open it, but I would have been a lot happier to have bolts as well to ensure nobody could get in to my side. The other thing was the noise from the upstairs apartment. I think it was another holiday let, and the soundproofing left a lot to be desired. It sounded as though building work was going on there were so many bangs and crashes, though this was not every day and not after about 9pm.
- Philippe (7/5): Good - Fully equipped. Having a washing machine & a dryer in the room is a real plus when you travel for more than 2 weeks. A bit noisy inside the house (sorry kidos). Rule says no noise after 11 PM but what about before?
- Maree (9/5): Superb -
- Ho (8/5): Very good -
- R (4/5): Far from downtown and NO AIR CONDITIONING, Disappointing - Place had tile floors, washer dryer, microwave, refrigerator and was neat. Our booking confirmation stated air-conditioning and when we arrived, we were told no air-conditioning. We got a sorry from the owner and 80 degrees plus hot weather and two fans which didn't help much. Booking .com 's customer service was awful and did not get back to us for 26 hours. WE had one bath towel upon arrival and had to call get more. There was one electric stove top and no frying and could not run microwave with other appliances. There were 15-16 instructions pasted on the walls. Laundry instructions: Laundry only between 6-14.00 hours or you will 'BURN THE ELECTRICITY" . Not sure what that means. Also make sure the adjacent apartment is not running the dryer before you start yours. SO had to listen by the wall to make sure the dryer was not running before you started yours. Instructions on how long to leave the exhaust fan in the bathroom etc. There are no restaurants close by. Expect to walk 2 blocks or more to find two mediocre Italian places. One run down grocery store that is a block away. It was hard to use public transport as the station was far. But the most disappointing thing was being tricked into believing that there was air-conditioning by Booking.com and the owner. Bed is uncomfortable. We had washing detergent for two loads of laundry and bleach for one load. The smoke detector was wrapped in saran wrap, see picture. Wire dangling from vent hood in kitchenette. If I had known there was no air-conditioning, then I would have found a different place to stay at the same rates.
IN RESPONSE TO THE PROPERTY RESPONSE, THE ORIGINAL RESRVATION CONFIRMATION HHAS BEEN FORWARDED TO BOOKING.COM AND THEY TRIED TO RESOLVE THE MATTER AND THIS WILL BE RESOLVED EVENTUALLY. I CANNOT ATTACH THE RESERVATION CONFIRMATION ON THIS REVIEW AS IT HAS MY PERSONAL DETAILS. I PRETTY MUCH STICK TO FACTS IN MY REVIEWS AND THIS IS MAINLY TO HELP FUTURE TRAVELERS TO BE AWARE OF THE LIMITATIONS OF A PROPERTY. WRITING A BAD REVIEW IS NEVER THE INTENTION.
- Marcus (7/5): A decent place to sleep and reasonably close to the city centre - - Bed and pillows
- Washing machine
- Fan
-Smart TV
-Shower - Too many instructions on the walls telling you what you ought to do (therefore doesn't make you feel too relaxed)
- There wasn't any information regarding tourist attractions or restaurants which they recommend in the neighbourhood
- Lack of decoration (plain, which made you feel like you were in a hotel)
- Eric (10/5): AMAZING - Close to bus station and Skytrain by walk distance. Quiet place. A bit hot in the summer because on 2nd floor but the owner changed the air conditioner to a new one and it fixed the problem. Because the size of the appartment, may be two AC units will be required. Radiant floor in main bathroom always ON so it add heat while we want to reduce it. May be shut down the breaker of the floor heathing during summer months. This is opportunity for improvement - we are very happy of our stay and we would return to same place again :-)
- Stuart (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kane (5/5): Passable -
- Jennifer (9/5): We were surprised to see such beautiful suites and so comfortable. It’s close to everything. - I love the modern style and it feel very welcoming. Gas range, lots cupboard and space. The kids had a real good time there out in the patio and play. Nothing.
- Patrick (10/5): Exceptional -
- Nishit (1/5): Bad -
- Cindy (9/5): Ok - We not have any breakfast. Location was ok. The very strong smell of cat urine, near the front gate entry, was despicable and detracted from getting to our room.
For the price, it would have been nice to have better drinking cups/glasses instead of the very worn plastic drinking glasses used for advertising.
- Hang (9/5): Superb -
- Weiyi (10/5): Exceptional -
- Valerie (8/5): Value for the money; responsive hosta and everything you need is provided. - property is exactly as pictured.
bed is very comfortable.
location is good. a bit of a reminder: the host’s family lives upstairs so the kid’s noise is inevitable.
- Terry (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely house, will definitely book again.
- Olena (8/5): Good price for fair quality - Very good location, very close to train that brings you to centre in 10min. Neighbourhood feels very safe. Everything is very well equipped and comfortable was quite noisy in the evening and mornings in the bedroom (where the wall is shared with other neighbours), so was quite impossible to fall asleep until people on the other side will finish dinner. but apart of it is quite good!
- Lindsay (8/5): Very good - Bed was nice and comfortable
Nice size and space for 2 ppl
Location is ok if you have a car. Transit is nearby
Kitchen had utensils etc available Small couch which is situated in the kitchen area. Couch was not very clean. Was asked to ensure that garage and recycling was taken out. Was asked to wash the towels prior to checking out. Not enough extra towels. We are 2 ppl and we had 1 extra towel. Loud noise upstairs very early in the morning.
- Marianne (8/5): Comfortable clean space close to amenities. - It was a clean space and had everything you needed. It was close to the SkyTrain which we used everyday. There was also a banana grove market close by to get some basic groceries. The bed was comfortable with lots of pillows. It was very thin walls you can hear everything everywhere in home as per your group and others in complex.
I enjoy tubs lol but the place had a great shower.
Suggestions...Maybe non white towel / face cloth set for kids as they get dirty ( beach etc).
Extension cord for short people to plug in appliance in kitchen lol
- Erena (7/5): Good -
- Peyman (10/5): Exceptional - Convenient location. Clean and renovated facility Confusion about garbage and recycling rules but host was responsive to our questions
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