Hotels in Richmond

Richmond Hotels

Just south of Vancouver, located on a sweeping stretch of coastline lies Richmond, a commuter city with its own distinct personality and excellent transport links. The north of the city is popular with business travelers, thanks to its proximity to the airport, and much of this area is clean, modern, and high-rise. To the south, you’ll find a more historic vibe, with the old harbor area turned into artisan stores, and a strong Asian influence from the diverse immigrant population.

Things to see

Underneath the blue, glass-domed ceilings of the Richmond Centre Mall, you’ll find one of the best malls in the Vancouver region. With major department stores on each side, plus dozens of high-end and chain clothing stores, it’s bound to impress even the most hardened shopaholics. During the summer months, the Richmond Night Market is an essential experience for foodies. With dozens of market stalls lit by fairy lights, and the smells of Asian spices wafting from every corner, you can take a culinary tour of the East in a single evening, and there are also stalls selling electronic accessories and kitschy items. The Asian influence on the area can also be seen at the Aberdeen Centre, a glass-fronted mall set over three levels, packed full of shops that specialize in Asian goods. From jewelers to clothing and specialty food stores, everything has a distinctly Eastern feel. The contemporary Richmond Olympic Oval was built for the 2010 Winter Olympics, and since then has been turned into an impressive multi-sport arena, available for locals and tourists to use. The village area of Steveston is perched on a fisherman’s wharf, where you can sit with a cup of coffee and try to spot a whale off the coast, or take a wander and check out the diverse range of goods on offer at the farmer and artisan market.

Hotels in Richmond

Richmond has a diverse range of hotels, including five star luxury hotels, often in contemporary high-rise buildings in the heart of the city. With indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centers, spas, restaurants, and bars, they have everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay. Guestrooms will also have extras such as floor to ceiling windows, iPod docking stations, LCD televisions, luxury toiletries, and bathrobes to ensure your comfort. If you’re looking for lower Richmond hotel rates, then the mid-range hotels are often popular with business travelers, with extras such as free WiFi, conference rooms, business centers, and dry cleaning available on site.

Where to stay

The City Center is an ideal location for business travelers. Skyscrapers fill the skyline, housing many large corporations, and there are a great deal of Asian themed stores, reflecting the multi-cultural population. The village of Steveston is a charming area for families to stay, and they’ll enjoy the diverse range of red-brick shops and restaurants, as well as the scenic wharf area that’s an ideal spot to admire the view. Grab a seat outside and enjoy the sight of fishing boats coming in to the docks.

How to get to Richmond

Vancouver International Airport is ideally located south of the city, meaning you can pick up a rental car or taxi and be in Richmond in less than 15 minutes. On-site you’ll find the modern YVR Airport Station which offers a SkyTrain service to Richmond, with a transfer time of around 30 minutes, and connects to areas all around Vancouver. Get off the train at Bridgeport Station and you’ll also be able to connect to dozens of bus and SkyTrain services, with services to the most popular areas of Richmond.