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St. Clair Hotel and Hostel Reviews

577 Richards St., Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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53%

They had lost my booking and very reluctantly sorted out a bed for me. The first night I was there I had stuff stolen from my bag. Management didn't care when I told them. The next night the police were there arresting a couple who were fighting upstairs. Not the highlight of my trip.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (4 reviews)


93%

If you look for a place in the heart of Vancouver Downtown, Walking Distance to Skytrain and Bus, Hot and clean showers, working Heater in the Room and also a sink, thats your place. There was even a Watermaker and microwave to heat up small things and Internet, but you are in the middel of the town, there is chaep and good food anywhere and the public libary with free internet is just around the corner. For me definitley value for money.


73%

This hostel/hotel was fine for the money and location. Was really nice to be able to walk to everything without having to be in the middle of the craziness of Granville .If you are looking for a cheap place to stay with no extra gimmicks than it's fine. If you want a more social atmosphere, might want to consider a different place to stay. There isn't really much of a common are and people are in and out all day. Still the room was fine and no complaints otherwise.


93%

Staff was GREAT, Location was in the middle of everything... few minutes from shopping, bars, clubs, restaurants. Wish the washrooms were a little more private.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Mexico
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


66%

Nice location, quiet and clean rooms, simple.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


73%

It's a place to get some sleep and take a good shower, for seasoned travellers who do not need any special fancy features. I liked the no-BS atmosphere, but people who are willing to meet people and have fun in a hostel will not find it here. Restrooms were clean, the shower was delicious, the blankets were cozy. In general it's good, but I wish it had a kitchen, eating out every day was hard on the pocket. There are no lockers, so bring a suitcase or backpack that can be secured by a lockpad.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Female 31-40
  • (5 reviews)


90%

A very nautical theme to this hostel. Very pleased with our stay here though as it is pretty close to all the bars in gastown. Would definately stop here again as it is excellentt value for money.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


83%

Nice, calm, clean place to stay....:) We enjoyed it there and recommend it....:)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Czech Republic
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


76%

Very nice hostel, could have done with some soap in the rooms as the hand sanitisers were empty. Very good price.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


66%

Average, really. The location is pretty good, close to downtown and transport. It's very safe and the staff are kinda nice. And that's about it. The rooms are very basic and a bit oldish. They aren't particularly clean as aren't the washrooms - but it's not exactly bad either. Like I said, pretty average and I'm not really sure that there are many better options in Vancouver, so you might as well try St. Clair.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 16 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Slovenia
  • Male 18-24
  • (12 reviews)


86%

Great place to stay, great location. It's not a party place, which is good, it's generally quiet and the staff are very helpful in making your stay as good a possible. Would stay here again for sure

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


76%

The only sinks are in the rooms, so you can't wash your hands right after going to the loo or wash your dishes, which is kind of confusing. But other than that and than the fact that there is no real kitchen to cook (only fridges and microwaves), that's a good place to stay for a night.


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  • 17 Jan 2012 (53%)
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