Fairmont Pacific Rim
May 9, 2018, 12:18 pm
#436
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: YYC
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Fairmont Plat, IHG Spire, SPG Gold, WS Gold, Hertz PC, National E Elite,
Posts: 2,766
Going there next week, any recommendation ?
Book with FHR got a free night manage to book first night with free night certs and room upgrade to a deluxe then will be moved for the rest of stay in gold level that we reserved.
Then amex lady told me they might depending on avail moved you to a better gold room since i book with FHR ... humm didn't know that.
Will be there to visit and chill for a week.
thanks
Book with FHR got a free night manage to book first night with free night certs and room upgrade to a deluxe then will be moved for the rest of stay in gold level that we reserved.
Then amex lady told me they might depending on avail moved you to a better gold room since i book with FHR ... humm didn't know that.
Will be there to visit and chill for a week.
thanks
May 12, 2018, 6:17 am
#437
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Whitefish, Montana
Programs: Four Seasons PP, RW Elite, Dorchester Diamond, Virtuoso, PenClub, Privé, Oetker Pearl, etc.
Posts: 142
May 15, 2018, 1:15 pm
#438
Join Date: Aug 2006
Programs: Aeroplan 50K, Marriott Plat, Amex Plat
Posts: 106
Just a short note to say that I had the pleasure of having lunch at the Botanist restaurant on the second floor of the hotel yesterday - wow.
Pacific Northwest cuisine, beautifully plated, service was extraordinary. Highly recommended.
It's been open since last summer. Ranked #60 on the top 100 restaurants in the country for 2018.
Pacific Northwest cuisine, beautifully plated, service was extraordinary. Highly recommended.
It's been open since last summer. Ranked #60 on the top 100 restaurants in the country for 2018.
Jun 25, 2018, 5:42 pm
#442
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: YYC
Programs: Hilton Diamond, Fairmont Plat, IHG Spire, SPG Gold, WS Gold, Hertz PC, National E Elite,
Posts: 2,766
These are just normal rates for the Pac Rim nowadays. Vancouver is expensive, and the Pac Rim is the best hotel in town. I booked a weekend in September and rates were $799.
Jun 25, 2018, 6:01 pm
#443
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 849
Thanks Canuck. I guess I must've gotten really really lucky last Dec. I got a long weekend for under $200 usd per night. I was hoping to replicate that again this year. Must've been a glitch or something... I'll keep looking!
Aug 5, 2021, 2:02 pm
#445
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: YYC
Programs: Aeroplan E50K, Marriott Titanium/Lifetime Platinum, Accor Diamond
Posts: 274
Just completed a 2 night stay here this past long weekend. I was a little disappointed that no one reached out prior to the stay, nor was there any enquiry as to arrival time which seems to be the exception to the norm when staying at Fairmonts these days. We booked a deluxe pool view with 2 queens which is exactly what we received. We actually received a room on the 6th floor which is the same level as the pool and thus had a walkout patio with gas fireplace directly to the pool which was great given the amount of times the kids were in and out of the pool. The pool level room also enabled one to take a late night dip in the hot tub after closing hours undisturbed. The room itself was of a decent size and quite modern and luxurious with everything being automated with a touch of a button.
The pool itself was a little disappointing as it was on the small size with limited seating. Anyone arriving mid afternoon or later to the pool would never have anywhere to sit as it was standing room only. The pool area doesn't actually get any sun until mid afternoon. I tried to use a couple of drink vouchers at the pool and was informed that the kids' ones aren't applicable for alcohol (I just happened to grab 2 out of the room). The only time this has ever been an issue was once at Lake Louise. I didn't want to argue with her so just grabbed the other 'adult' one. Despite this, the drink order ended up on the bill at checkout but was quickly rectified. On the drink voucher rules, I enquired with the front desk when we were headed out for dinner and she confirmed with her superior that I was in fact correct and re-issued the kids ones under just my name. I don't overly care about an additional 2 cocktails but it was more of the principal of the lack of a consistently applied policy. Ironically enough, we were headed to the Fairmont Whistler after the Pac Rim and there were in fact 2 certs for the adults and 2 certs for the kids labelled specifically as non-alcoholic.
The diamond weekend breakfast provided was top notch as was the service, however, I had to get them to remove the charge at checkout as well. The lobby bar is quite the happening spot and service at the bar was solid. I should note that the diamond welcome amenity was 3 small sticks of chocolate which was a little underwhelming.
Overall, I did like the hotel, however, when travelling with kids, I may prefer the Waterfront given the pool situation and cheaper price point.
The pool itself was a little disappointing as it was on the small size with limited seating. Anyone arriving mid afternoon or later to the pool would never have anywhere to sit as it was standing room only. The pool area doesn't actually get any sun until mid afternoon. I tried to use a couple of drink vouchers at the pool and was informed that the kids' ones aren't applicable for alcohol (I just happened to grab 2 out of the room). The only time this has ever been an issue was once at Lake Louise. I didn't want to argue with her so just grabbed the other 'adult' one. Despite this, the drink order ended up on the bill at checkout but was quickly rectified. On the drink voucher rules, I enquired with the front desk when we were headed out for dinner and she confirmed with her superior that I was in fact correct and re-issued the kids ones under just my name. I don't overly care about an additional 2 cocktails but it was more of the principal of the lack of a consistently applied policy. Ironically enough, we were headed to the Fairmont Whistler after the Pac Rim and there were in fact 2 certs for the adults and 2 certs for the kids labelled specifically as non-alcoholic.
The diamond weekend breakfast provided was top notch as was the service, however, I had to get them to remove the charge at checkout as well. The lobby bar is quite the happening spot and service at the bar was solid. I should note that the diamond welcome amenity was 3 small sticks of chocolate which was a little underwhelming.
Overall, I did like the hotel, however, when travelling with kids, I may prefer the Waterfront given the pool situation and cheaper price point.
Aug 5, 2021, 11:00 pm
#446
Join Date: Aug 2021
Posts: 4
Just completed a 2 night stay here this past long weekend. I was a little disappointed that no one reached out prior to the stay, nor was there any enquiry as to arrival time which seems to be the exception to the norm when staying at Fairmonts these days. We booked a deluxe pool view with 2 queens which is exactly what we received. We actually received a room on the 6th floor which is the same level as the pool and thus had a walkout patio with gas fireplace directly to the pool which was great given the amount of times the kids were in and out of the pool. The pool level room also enabled one to take a late night dip in the hot tub after closing hours undisturbed. The room itself was of a decent size and quite modern and luxurious with everything being automated with a touch of a button.
The pool itself was a little disappointing as it was on the small size with limited seating. Anyone arriving mid afternoon or later to the pool would never have anywhere to sit as it was standing room only. The pool area doesn't actually get any sun until mid afternoon. I tried to use a couple of drink vouchers at the pool and was informed that the kids' ones aren't applicable for alcohol (I just happened to grab 2 out of the room). The only time this has ever been an issue was once at Lake Louise. I didn't want to argue with her so just grabbed the other 'adult' one. Despite this, the drink order ended up on the bill at checkout but was quickly rectified. On the drink voucher rules, I enquired with the front desk when we were headed out for dinner and she confirmed with her superior that I was in fact correct and re-issued the kids ones under just my name. I don't overly care about an additional 2 cocktails but it was more of the principal of the lack of a consistently applied policy. Ironically enough, we were headed to the Fairmont Whistler after the Pac Rim and there were in fact 2 certs for the adults and 2 certs for the kids labelled specifically as non-alcoholic.
The diamond weekend breakfast provided was top notch as was the service, however, I had to get them to remove the charge at checkout as well. The lobby bar is quite the happening spot and service at the bar was solid. I should note that the diamond welcome amenity was 3 small sticks of chocolate which was a little underwhelming.
Overall, I did like the hotel, however, when travelling with kids, I may prefer the Waterfront given the pool situation and cheaper price point.
The pool itself was a little disappointing as it was on the small size with limited seating. Anyone arriving mid afternoon or later to the pool would never have anywhere to sit as it was standing room only. The pool area doesn't actually get any sun until mid afternoon. I tried to use a couple of drink vouchers at the pool and was informed that the kids' ones aren't applicable for alcohol (I just happened to grab 2 out of the room). The only time this has ever been an issue was once at Lake Louise. I didn't want to argue with her so just grabbed the other 'adult' one. Despite this, the drink order ended up on the bill at checkout but was quickly rectified. On the drink voucher rules, I enquired with the front desk when we were headed out for dinner and she confirmed with her superior that I was in fact correct and re-issued the kids ones under just my name. I don't overly care about an additional 2 cocktails but it was more of the principal of the lack of a consistently applied policy. Ironically enough, we were headed to the Fairmont Whistler after the Pac Rim and there were in fact 2 certs for the adults and 2 certs for the kids labelled specifically as non-alcoholic.
The diamond weekend breakfast provided was top notch as was the service, however, I had to get them to remove the charge at checkout as well. The lobby bar is quite the happening spot and service at the bar was solid. I should note that the diamond welcome amenity was 3 small sticks of chocolate which was a little underwhelming.
Overall, I did like the hotel, however, when travelling with kids, I may prefer the Waterfront given the pool situation and cheaper price point.
My family (2 adults, two kids aged 3 and newborn) are considering a stay between PR and Waterfront suite. Preferring PR but it’s a step up in price and we’re wondering if it’s worth it. I know WF has capacity limits at the pool.
Aug 6, 2021, 12:35 am
#447
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: FRA / YEG
Programs: AC Super Elite, Radisson Platinum, Accor Platinum
Posts: 11,874
Did you have a particular suite category in mind?
At the Waterfront, the "West Coast Suite" is more like a Junior Suite with French doors.
Aug 6, 2021, 3:42 am
#448
Join Date: Aug 2021
Posts: 4
I've spent 50+ nights each at the Pacific Rim and the Waterfront and have stayed in most room/suite categories; both properties have their pros and cons.
Did you have a particular suite category in mind?
At the Waterfront, the "West Coast Suite" is more like a Junior Suite with French doors.
Did you have a particular suite category in mind?
At the Waterfront, the "West Coast Suite" is more like a Junior Suite with French doors.
Have they ever upgraded a high category room to a suite for you at either property?
Aug 6, 2021, 10:24 am
#449
Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Canada
Programs: ALL Accor - Platinum
Posts: 44
If you're interested in a suite, I'd go with the Pac Rim. The Waterfront only has 2 suite types available right now, and neither of them are very exciting. The West Coast Suite, as Jasper2009 said, is more like a Junior Suite, and the 'Harbour View Suite' is more like a connecting room. Neither has a balcony. The specialty suites are closed until next year AFAIK as Fairmont Gold is closed.
The Pac Rim has many more suite types and more interesting configurations, including many with large balconies. If you book something like a Signature Harbour Mountain View room at the Pac Rim, there's a chance you could get upgraded to a suite - I've never experienced that, but then when I've stayed in suites, I've always used certificates. I have however been upgraded from a Pool View Suite to a Fairmont Gold Corner Suite (1200sf), so they seem to do suite upgrades at check-in on occasion. The Pac Rim is always more expensive though, so keep that in mind.
The pool at the waterfront is larger, gets more sun, and has a better view, but the design/beauty/glitz of the Pac Rim for me will always send it over the top.
The Pac Rim has many more suite types and more interesting configurations, including many with large balconies. If you book something like a Signature Harbour Mountain View room at the Pac Rim, there's a chance you could get upgraded to a suite - I've never experienced that, but then when I've stayed in suites, I've always used certificates. I have however been upgraded from a Pool View Suite to a Fairmont Gold Corner Suite (1200sf), so they seem to do suite upgrades at check-in on occasion. The Pac Rim is always more expensive though, so keep that in mind.
The pool at the waterfront is larger, gets more sun, and has a better view, but the design/beauty/glitz of the Pac Rim for me will always send it over the top.
Aug 6, 2021, 11:17 am
#450
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: YYZ
Programs: Accor ALL Diamond, AC Aeroplan 25K, Nexus/GE
Posts: 2,729
If you're interested in a suite, I'd go with the Pac Rim. The Waterfront only has 2 suite types available right now, and neither of them are very exciting. The West Coast Suite, as Jasper2009 said, is more like a Junior Suite, and the 'Harbour View Suite' is more like a connecting room. Neither has a balcony. The specialty suites are closed until next year AFAIK as Fairmont Gold is closed.
The Pac Rim has many more suite types and more interesting configurations, including many with large balconies. If you book something like a Signature Harbour Mountain View room at the Pac Rim, there's a chance you could get upgraded to a suite - I've never experienced that, but then when I've stayed in suites, I've always used certificates. I have however been upgraded from a Pool View Suite to a Fairmont Gold Corner Suite (1200sf), so they seem to do suite upgrades at check-in on occasion. The Pac Rim is always more expensive though, so keep that in mind.
The pool at the waterfront is larger, gets more sun, and has a better view, but the design/beauty/glitz of the Pac Rim for me will always send it over the top.
The Pac Rim has many more suite types and more interesting configurations, including many with large balconies. If you book something like a Signature Harbour Mountain View room at the Pac Rim, there's a chance you could get upgraded to a suite - I've never experienced that, but then when I've stayed in suites, I've always used certificates. I have however been upgraded from a Pool View Suite to a Fairmont Gold Corner Suite (1200sf), so they seem to do suite upgrades at check-in on occasion. The Pac Rim is always more expensive though, so keep that in mind.
The pool at the waterfront is larger, gets more sun, and has a better view, but the design/beauty/glitz of the Pac Rim for me will always send it over the top.