Hotels in Vancouver

Samesun Vancouver

Vancouver

Samesun Vancouver 1

Axel’s take

A strong social hostel, provided you can trade space and quiet for location.

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Axel’s rating: 8.4/10 · A renovated budget hostel in downtown Vancouver’s nightlife district

Samesun Vancouver is a budget backpacker hostel, not a conventional two-star hotel—and it’s a strong pick for meeting people while keeping costs down downtown. Samesun says it reopened after a full renovation in summer 2025, adding privacy curtains to the bunks. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, clean shared facilities and the welcoming atmosphere. Included breakfast, a guest kitchen and organized activities make it a practical base for solo travelers.

The compromises are space and sleep: dorms can feel cramped, and Granville Street nightlife brings nighttime noise. Breakfast earns plenty of praise, but expect a simple spread rather than hotel-style variety. There’s no elevator, so stairs are unavoidable. We’d choose it for a sociable city break, but skip it if quiet nights, generous room space or step-free access are priorities.

Rooms
Renovated dorms have curtained bunks and storage; private rooms are also available.
Cleanliness
Recent reviews largely praise clean rooms and shared bathrooms, despite occasional exceptions.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; reception operates around the clock.
Amenities
Breakfast, Wi-Fi, guest kitchen, common areas and organized activities; no on-site parking.
Fees and surprises
Expect a damage deposit; bring valid ID and a payment card in your own name.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

1018 Granville Street, Vancouver

Central Granville Street setting, convenient for walking and transit but lively at night.

Amenities and check-in

Breakfast, Wi-Fi, guest kitchen, common areas and organized activities; no on-site parking.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • No parking
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Laundry (extra charge)
  • Free Wi-Fi
Additional hotel policies
  • Optional charges: An in-room safe is available for an additional fee
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Samesun Vancouver — Vancouver, Canada

Samesun Vancouver is a renovated budget hostel in downtown Vancouver’s nightlife district in Vancouver, Canada.

Address: 1018 Granville Street, Vancouver. Property ID: 2336771.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/vancouver/samesun-vancouver-2336771

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Axel's take: 8.4/10

A strong social hostel, provided you can trade space and quiet for location. A renovated budget hostel in downtown Vancouver’s nightlife district, scored for what it is.

Samesun Vancouver is a budget backpacker hostel, not a conventional two-star hotel—and it’s a strong pick for meeting people while keeping costs down downtown. Samesun says it reopened after a full renovation in summer 2025, adding privacy curtains to the bunks. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, clean shared facilities and the welcoming atmosphere. Included breakfast, a guest kitchen and organized activities make it a practical base for solo travelers.

The compromises are space and sleep: dorms can feel cramped, and Granville Street nightlife brings nighttime noise. Breakfast earns plenty of praise, but expect a simple spread rather than hotel-style variety. There’s no elevator, so stairs are unavoidable. We’d choose it for a sociable city break, but skip it if quiet nights, generous room space or step-free access are priorities.

  • Best for: Solo backpackers looking to meet people; Budget travelers exploring downtown; Travelers who enjoy nightlife

  • Watch out for: Nighttime street noise; Cramped dorm rooms; Stairs and no elevator

  • Location: Central Granville Street setting, convenient for walking and transit but lively at night.

  • Rooms: Renovated dorms have curtained bunks and storage; private rooms are also available.

  • Cleanliness: Recent reviews largely praise clean rooms and shared bathrooms, despite occasional exceptions.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; reception operates around the clock.

  • Amenities: Breakfast, Wi-Fi, guest kitchen, common areas and organized activities; no on-site parking.

  • Fees and surprises: Expect a damage deposit; bring valid ID and a payment card in your own name.

Axel's opinion of Samesun Vancouver, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Samesun Vancouver

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 2-star hotel
  • 1018 Granville Street, Vancouver
  • Optional charges: An in-room safe is available for an additional fee
  • Amenities: Restaurant, Bar, No parking, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Free Wi-Fi, Common kitchen, Kitchen
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Vancouver

Room types

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Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm with view (shared bathroom)

6 Bedrooms Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (female dorm) (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (female dorm) with view (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (female dorm) (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Bed in Dorm (female dorm) (shared bathroom)

Standard room (shared bathroom)

Standard room with city view (shared bathroom)

4 Bedrooms Standard room (shared bathroom)

Standard Double room (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Standard room

Standard room with city view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Business room (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Business Double room (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Deluxe room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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