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Important News About Vancouver Hotels
It has come to our attention that a few Vancouver Hotels are involved in a union strike. This apparently involves the hourly paid employees. The strike started on September 19 and, while we hope they come to a resolution before our event starts for all involved, we want to be sure all attendees are aware that your hotel may have possible picketing and reduced services.
While the strike will be noticeable, we know that if any industry can handle this – it's ours! We already practice conservation – so not having our room serviced every day is no problem. More importantly, we sympathize with the union workers cause and want fair wages and safe working environments for everyone.
To our knowledge the hotels affected to date are: Hyatt Regency Vancouver, Westin Bayshore, Pinnacle Harbourfront, and Rosewood Hotel Georgia.
Hyatt Regency Vancouver
(Textile Exchange TEam headquarters)
655 Burrard Street | Vancouver, BC Canada V6C 2R7 | (604) 683-1234
Hotel Location: Located in the heart of downtown and ten minutes from the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Hyatt Regency Vancouver has easy access to various shops, dining, and Stanley Park, a 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest.
Rates: $265.00 CAD single/double occupancy plus 17.5% taxes (8% PST, 5% GST, 3% local tax, and 1.5% destination marketing tax; subject to change). Rooms are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest rooms are available three (3) days pre- and post-conference, based on availability at the time of booking.
Reservations:Contact the hotel at (800) 223-1234 and advise them you are making a reservation under the Textile Exchange Sustainability Conference room block OR make your reservation here
Check In: 4:00 p.m. / Check Out: 12:00 p.m.
Cut Off Date: Reservation must be made prior to Thursday, September 12, 2019 or until the hotel room block is sold out; whichever occurs first.
Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Day Light Time (G-7) 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night room and tax charge.
Internet: Complimentary wireless internet in sleeping rooms and public spaces.
Parking: Self-parking $40.66 (inclusive of $8.66 in taxes) per night; Valet $50.82 (inclusive of $10.82 in taxes) per night. Both include in/out privileges and pricing subject to change.
1015 Burrard Street | Vancouver, BC Canada V6Z 1Y5 | (604) 687-0575
Hotel Location: The family-owned and operated Century Plaza Hotel and Spa provides guests with a home-away-from-home ambience, in the very center of downtown Vancouver and ten minutes from the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Rates: $199.00 CAD single/double occupancy plus 17.5% taxes (8% PST, 5% GST, 3% local tax, and 1.5% destination marketing tax; subject to change). Rooms are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. All rooms are studio suites with kitchenettes or full kitchens; some have balconies. A $25.00 per night food credit is included in the room rate.
Reservations: Make your reservations here. A one-night room and tax deposit are taken at the time of reservation. The remainder of the hotel stay is charged on September 30, 2019.
Check In: 3:00 p.m. / Check Out: 12:00 p.m.
Cut Off Date: Reservation must be made prior to Friday, September 13, 2019 or until the hotel room block is sold out; whichever occurs first.
Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled by 6:00 p.m. Pacific Day Light Time (G-7) 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night room and tax charge.
Internet: Complimentary wireless internet in sleeping rooms and public spaces.
Parking: Overnight parking $17.00 plus taxes. Pricing subject to change.
Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel
1180 W. Hastings Street | Vancouver, BC Canada V6E 4R5 | (604) 697-0202
Hotel Location: The Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver by APA, a new urban style hotel, is situation in the heart of the city near beautiful Stanley Park and a few blocks from the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Rates: Comfort Rooms: $199.00 CAD single/double occupancy; Superior Room: $229 single/double occupancy, plus 17.5% taxes (8% PST, 5% GST, 3% local tax, and 1.5% destination marketing tax; subject to change). Rooms are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest rooms are available three (3) days pre- and post-conference, based on availability at the time of booking (you will need to contact the hotel directly). All rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows.
Reservations: Contact the hotel at (800) 663-1144 and advise them you are making a reservation under the Textile Exchange room block OR make your reservation here.
Check In: 3:00 p.m. / Check Out: 12:00 p.m.
Cut Off Date: Reservation must be made prior to Monday, September 16, 2019 or until the hotel room block is sold out; whichever occurs first.
Cancellation: Reservations may be cancelled up to 4:00pm Pacific Day Light Time (G-7) 72 hours (3 days) prior to the initial arrival date without any additional penalty. The first (1st) night’s NON-REFUNDBALE room and taxes will not be refunded. No-show or late cancelled reservations will also incur a 50% charge on all remaining nights on their reservation (e.g., nights 2, 3, etc.).
Internet: Complimentary wireless internet in sleeping rooms and public spaces.
Parking: Valet only parking $42.50 (includes taxes).
1133 W. Hastings Street | Vancouver, BC Canada V6E 3T3 | (604) 689-9211
Hotel Location: The Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront is in the heart of downtown Vancouver's Coal Harbour, also known as the financial district offers great harbor views, local dining and shopping, and is a 5-minute walk from the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Rates: $229.00 CAD single/double occupancy plus 17.5% taxes (8% PST, 5% GST, 3% local tax, and 1.5% destination marketing tax; subject to change). Rooms are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest rooms are available two (2) days pre- and post-conference, based on availability at the time of booking (to arrive or extended your hotel reservation, you need to contact the hotel directly).
Reservations: All reservations are made through the Passkey Reservation System.
Check In: 3:00 p.m. / Check Out: 12:00 p.m.
Cut Off Date: Reservation must be made prior to Friday, September 13, 2019 or until the hotel room block is sold out; whichever occurs first.
Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled by 3:00 p.m. Pacific Day Light Time (G-7) 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night room and tax charge.
Internet: Complimentary wireless internet in sleeping rooms and public spaces
Parking: Underground parking is available. Register your vehicle at the time of check-in to receive hotel rates. $7.50 CAD hourly or $28 CAD per night with in-out privileges (when you register your vehicle at the time of check-in). Valet parking is available for $33 CAD Daily. All pricing is plus tax and subject to change.
Residence Inn by Marriott Vancouver Downtown – Extended Room Reservation Date
1234 Hornby Street | Vancouver, BC Canada V6Z 1W2 | (604) 688-1234
Hotel Location: Located in the heart of the city, Residence Inn Vancouver Downtown provides gorgeous views of the city skyline, fully equipped kitchens and is a 20-minute walk to the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Rates: $199.00 CAD single/double occupancy plus 17.5% taxes (8% PST, 5% GST, 3% local tax, and 1.5% destination marketing tax; subject to change). Rooms are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Guest rooms are available two (2) days pre- and post-conference, based on availability at the time of booking. All rooms are studio suites with fully equipped kitchens. A hot full breakfast buffet is included in the room rate.
Reservations: Book your group rate for Textile Exchange
Check In: 4:00 p.m. / Check Out: 11:00 a.m.
Cut Off Date: Reservation must be made prior to Saturday, October 5, 2019 or until the hotel room block is sold out; whichever occurs first.
Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled by 3:00 p.m. Pacific Day Light Time (G-7) 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night room and tax charge.
Internet: Complimentary wireless internet in sleeping rooms and public spaces
Parking: On-site parking, fee: $4.50 CAD hourly, $26.00 CAD daily. All pricing is plus tax and subject to change.
Airport and Transportation
Vancouver International Hotel (airport code: YVR) is approximately 8 miles from downtown hotels
Website: http://www.yvr.ca/en/passengers
Airport Shuttle Service: There is no airport shuttle service available at the airport.
Taxis: Approximately $35 one-way to downtown hotels, plus gratuity (see Zone Fare information on the airport website). Taxis and wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available at taxi stands located on Level 2 of the Domestic and International Arrivals Area. Taxi drivers who pick up passengers from YVR are fully licensed and are required to complete a course in safe driving, customer service, and special needs assistance.
Public Transportation: The Canada Line (Canada Line website) is Vancouver’s rapid transit rail connecting YVR to downtown Vancouver in under 30 minutes. The Canada Line is accessible by elevator from arrivals and departures levels. Ask one of the Green Coat volunteers, located throughout the terminals, for help finding the Canada Line.
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Vancouver Weather
Mid-October weather will vary from highs of 50 degrees Fahrenheit/10 degrees Celsius to lows of 43 degrees Fahrenheit/6 degrees Celsius. It may also rain and it is advised to bring an umbrella and waterproof clothing (such as a rain jacket). View October weather estimations here.
Conference Attire
Conference dress is business casual. Be sure to check the weather before you head to Vancouver. This time of year can produce chilly and wet weather. A coat check will be available next to the check-in desk in the entrance area of the Vancouver Convention Center.
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