If you’re looking for a gay friendly place that is interesting, fun, quirky, and accommodates for all of your most basic needs, then this is definitely going to be the place for you! Rooms start at CAD$354 (USD$280/£200) a night, which we think is well worth it for the luxury The Douglas provides to each and every guest.īed and Breakfasts are often considered simple and quaint, but the same can not be said in the case of the West End Guesthouse. It may not be a gay-only spot, but you will undoubtedly feel welcomed by the friendly staff, and Davie Village is just a short taxi ride away for all of your gaycation desires. We also loved their quirky elevator lights, their hidden bar (it’s tucked away behind the bookcase in the main bar, but shhhh, we didn’t tell you that!), and their romantic Honey Salt restaurant. If you love taking in fresh air, city views, and some of the most fantastic sunsets, you’ll probably find yourself lounging up there at least a couple of nights throughout your stay. One of our absolute favorite parts of The Douglas is their 30,000 square foot rooftop park. The fabulous amenities don’t stop at the rooms either. Be prepared to live out all of your Rachel McAdams “The Notebook” fantasies in this one, boys. With warm lighting and dark wood accents combined with the cutest, softest plaid blankets strewn lovingly across the bed, the rooms scream rural log cabin meets bustling city life, and we are living for it! And that’s not even mentioning the huge shower with a ceiling-mounted shower head. However, you might have a hard time stepping outside again…
With an ultramodern exterior that reminds one more of a high rise building than a hotel, The Douglas stands as the best place for gay travelers wanting a cool, chic spot to rest their head for the evening. If you really can’t vibe with historic lodgings, then trust me when I say that The Douglas can provide you with the complete opposite setting. In this detailed gay guide to Vancouver, we summarise our experience discovering the gay scene of Davie Village, as well as some of the best things to do in the city, gay hotels to stay and more practical tips for LGBTQ travellers. Of course, this comes as no surprise as this is Canada, a country we absolutely adore and rate as the most gay friendly country in the world. We frequently saw many gay couples walking the streets hand-in-hand all across town and felt comfortable to do the same. Most importantly of all, we found Vancouver to be a very tolerant city, accepting of everyone. As well as a bustling Gay Village over at Davie Street, Vancouver has tons of fun things to do, with the mountains on its doorstep and the natural paradise of Vancouver Island a short ferry ride away. We visited Vancouver several times on our trips to Canada and always have a fantastic time. Oh, and did we mention the part about Ryan Reynolds and Hayden Christensen? It is also nicknamed “The Hollywood of the North” due to its popularity as a filming location for TVs/movies after LA and NYC. Vancouver is the capital of the British Columbia Province, famous for being one of the most diverse regions of Canada. That's right, they were all created in this super cool city located right on the far West coast of Canada. Greenpeace, Ryan Reynolds, Hayden Christensen, and Botox – what do they all have in common? Our gay guide to Vancouver includes the best of the city's gay scene, things to do, where to stay, and practical tips for LGBTQ travelers.