Vancouver Feature

Sometimes it's tempting not to leave your hotel, especially when the weather's yuck. In Vancouver, though, you won't be relegated to a divey old place with soggy french fries: many of the hotel bars and lounges are appealing and some are worth the trip even if you're not staying right upstairs.

900 West Lounge at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver: The wine bar, soaring ceilings, and piano stylings set the stage for a romantic rendezvous.

Bacchus Piano Lounge at the Wedgewood: Its decadent opulence makes any occasion special.

Beyond at The Century Plaza: High style on a budget, including handcrafted cocktails.

Diva Lounge at the Metropolitan: Small, elegant, and as much a Mecca for foodies as the restaurant itself.

Gerard Lounge at Sutton Place: The clubby scene and exceptional martinis have made it the city's top spot for Hollywood stars.

Herons at Fairmont Waterfront: Upmarket cosmopolitan comfort for international travelers hanging around the Canada Place complex.

O'Doul's Bar at the Listel Hotel: Hot jazz and cool cocktails in a New York-chic atmosphere.

Opus Bar at Opus Hotel: Mingle with gorgeous people over innovative cocktails and a tapas-style menu.

Sylvia's at Sylvia Hotel: A longtime favorite of locals and writers who scribe away in dark corners.

Terrace Bar at Four Seasons: Snazzy and indulgent with its fair share of low-key celebs and Armani-clad business travelers.

Voya at The Loden: Intimately urban and off the main thoroughfares, it's the perfect spot for a clandestine rendezvous.