RainyDay09

Hi, we love Vancouver and go frequently for a weekend visit overnight. We would like to find a place, preferably a short-term rental with a kitchen rather than a hotel, so we could stay longer. does anyone have suggestions? I have checked VRBO and Airbnb.com but nothing stood out as a place for our small family of 3 with a 4-year old. Any suggestions? Thank you!

BCgal

Too bad you haven't had luck with airbnb or VRBO - they're my usual go-tos for the sort of accommodation you're looking for. Have you looked at craigslist as well?

When my parents moved to Vancouver for work about 7 years ago they initially stayed at a hotel/short term apartment rental called the Lord Stanley. It was in Coal Harbour, a stone's throw from Stanley Park. The building was full of 1 bedroom suites - full kitchen, living area with pull-out couch and bedroom. Would definitely be a good size for your small family. However, I'm not sure what the rates are like there.

Not sure if you'd be interested in traveling this way, but I enjoy hostelling with my kids (3 and almost 6). With a hostel you've got access to extensive kitchen facilities and can get a private room for your family. Living in Vancouver, I've never actually stayed in one of the hostels here, so I can't give specific recommendations.

RainyDay09

I have stayed at the HI hostel on Burnaby before we had a kid. We may consider it again. Thanks for your suggestion of the Lord Stanley. I will check it out.

amygirl

My vote is for ywcahotel.com as it is central Vancouver, not expensive, and has communal kitchen facilities available, along with many variations of lodging requirements to fit your neeeds

BowenLinda

My s-i-law always stays at Sunset Suites, see http://www.sunsetinn.com