Best Hotels in Richmond City Centre, Vancouver

Complete with indoor waterfalls, the lobby at River Rock Casino Resort is the entry point to abundant amenities and buzzing nightlife. In 2011, River Rock's guest rooms nearly doubled in quantity when the resort built The Hotel at River Rock next door. And with six eateries and a lively lounge, guests rarely need to leave the premises. A 21,000-square-foot theater is also found on site, along with the Absolute Spa, which caters to serenity-seekers with a versatile selection of massages, facials and other body treatments. The casino is open all night, and sleeping in shouldn't be a problem; guests rave about River Rock's plush bedding (though some do caution that the thin walls do not effectively block out disruptive nighttime noise). Still, guests assure you can expect a pleasant stay overall thanks to the hotel's covetable amenities like in-suite minifridges, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Another big draw for travelers is the resort's convenient location just 3 miles east of Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and right on the SkyTrain's Canada Line.

As its name suggests, The Westin Wall Centre can be found a little less than 3 miles east of Vancouver International Airport. While this Westin's location proves handy for air travelers, it's not particularly well-situated for sightseers: The hotel isn't located near any of Vancouver's top attractions. Recent guests are content to grab dinner at the hotel's on-site restaurant, The Apron, where visitors say the regional cuisine and service is above average. Lodgers also praise the comfy accommodations, which boast wide windows, Westin Heavenly Beds, flat-screen TVs and internet access (which will cost you extra). Despite the hotel's proximity to the airport, travelers say the room is blissfully quiet. When it's time to take off, you can hop on the hotel's free airport shuttle. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Located just south of Vancouver, British Columbia, and the Fraser River in the city of Richmond, this Marriott outpost is a great option for travelers who need to catch a flight. The property sits less than 5 miles southeast of Vancouver's international airport and offers free airport shuttle service, but the roughly 10-mile trek to popular attractions like Stanley Park, the Vancouver Lookout and Granville Island may be inconvenient for sightseers. Guests who hope to use on-site parking should expect to pay an hourly or daily fee. Accommodations feature neutral color schemes and include minifridges, flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Travelers who don't want to miss a workout can maintain their fitness regimens at the hotel's outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center or tennis court. After working up an appetite, visitors can head to one of two on-site restaurants. The American Grille serves Pacific Northwest cuisine throughout the day, while the Lotus Land Lounge offers a variety of cocktails and North American-inspired dishes for lunch and dinner. Recent guests praised the hotel's friendly and helpful staff. Plus, members of the Marriott Bonvoy program can earn or redeem points during their stays.