Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver Named #1 Hotel in Canada by U.S News & World Report

We are thrilled to share the news that U.S News & World Report has unveiled its annual ‘Best Hotels Ranking,’ naming Fairmont Pacific Rim as the overall #1 Hotel in Canada! Fairmont Pacific Rim takes the number one spot among an elite portfolio of luxury properties around the world named ‘Best Hotels’ in the new 2020 ranking.

Higher Ground

Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains are located across from downtown Vancouver, separated by Coal Harbour and connected by the Lions Gate Bridge and the Ironworkers Bridges.

‘Past Decade a Cornucopia of Dining Joy & Delight’

We are pleased to share that Botanist was recently featured in a roundup of the best new restaurants in the city that defined the last decade in the Vancouver Sun. The article ‘Past Decade a Cornucopia of Dining Joy and Delight’ was written by Mia Stainsby, a Vancouver Sun and The Province restaurant critic.

The Return of the Fazioli Piano to The Lobby Lounge

We are pleased to share the news that our Fazioli piano has returned to The Lobby Lounge after an extensive renovation. A new art case was designed to celebrate the ten year anniversary of the piano and Fairmont Pacific Rim.

TASCHEN Library unveiled at Fairmont Pacific Rim

We are thrilled to share the news that Fairmont Pacific Rim has recently unveiled a TASCHEN Library, located on the second floor of the hotel. It is one of only two retail locations in Canada completely dedicated to TASCHEN, the publisher of the “most beautiful books on the planet”.

Botanist Bar Finalists for Bar of the Year

We are thrilled to share the news that Botanist Bar has been named one of the finalists for ‘Bar of the Year’ in Vancouver Magazine’s annual Restaurant Awards.

‘8 Zero Proof Cocktails to Get You Through Dry January and Beyond’

Fairmont Pacific Rim was recently included in a roundup of the “8 Zero Proof Cocktails to Get You Through Dry January and Beyond” in Vancouver Magazine’s drink section. The article, written by Elia Essen, included the spirit-free cocktails Tang Dynasty from The Lobby Lounge and Heartwood from Botanist.

Buy a Cocktail, Support a Journey

Botanist Bartender Max Curzon-Price recently won the BC regionals for the Bacardi Legacy Competition, a competition created to test the world’s most passionate, innovative and inspiring bartenders.

‘How This Vancouver Show Gives Canadian Fashion Its Due’

Refinery29 recently shared a feature article on Fairmont Pacific Rim’s ‘The Art of Design’ fashion showcase, held at The Lobby Lounge in November, 2019. The article, titled ‘How This Vancouver Show Gives Canadian Fashion Its Due’ highlights the all-Canadian lineup of designers including Stephan Caras, Catherine Regehr, Matlo Atelier, MARAM and Rock ’N Karma.

It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Get into the holiday spirit this festive season in Vancouver with activities for everyone including award-winning productions, outdoor adventures, gingerbread house competitions and bright nights in Stanley Park.

Get Into the Holiday Spirits!

Botanist Bar tastemakers are stirring up a collection of winter-inspired craft cocktails sure to get you in the spirit, including holiday classics like Spiked Eggnog and West Coast Mulled Wine. For something a little different, Santa’s Lil Helper is made with Christmas pudding gin and aged rum. Try one or even two—we won’t tell Santa.

Botanist Amongst World’s 50 Best Discovery List

Botanist has been featured by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, as a result of their exceptional dining experiences, and stands with only three restaurants in Vancouver on the Discovery list.