Richmond British Columbia Hotels & Motels

When to Visit Richmond, BC

Richmond enjoys a temperate west coast climate thanks to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean. This unique city is surrounded by water. It is made up of two large islands and 15 smaller islands. Temperatures are comfortable throughout the year, dipping to 33 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter and peaking at 75 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. Unlike the rest of Canada, Richmond rarely even sees snowfall.

The winters are known for fog, though, so if you plan on spending a lot of time in the city's extensive park system or boating on the water, you may wish to visit in the summer months. It's also recommended that you dress in layers, as the weather can sometimes change suddenly in Richmond. The summer months also bring outdoor festivities, like the city's famous night markets, and the Steveston Salmon Festival held on Canada Day (July 1st or 2nd) each year.

Best Richmond, BC, Hotel Discounts

Since Richmond, BC, is an international destination, you're less likely to find AAA, AARP, or military discounts at hotels in town. You will, however, find several hotels that offer long-stay discounts, group discounts, and special internet only rates. So scoop up a discount by booking online well before your trip, and prepare to settle in for a leisurely stay in Richmond, BC.

Richmond's easy access to the airport makes it extremely convenient for business travelers. Large, well-equipped hotels like the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel make for ideal conference venues. This facility boasts a generous 21,000 sq ft of space fit for the most elaborate or intimate events. A roundtrip airport shuttle makes business travel even easier, and the Sheraton also offers a business center for convenience. Book a group rate, and you can expect to save even more.

Best Value Hotel Options in Richmond, BC

For a city of just under 300,000 people, Richmond's hotel options are quite varied. You'll find extremely comfortable hotels like Four Points by Sheraton Vancouver Airport at very competitive rates. This centrally located hotel, housed in an elegant historic Beaux Arts style building, lies close to the main shopping corridor and desirable sites like Richmond Olympic Oval and the Night Market.

Each room is wired for convenience and entertainment, offering complimentary internet and cable programming. Safes are even thoughtfully scaled to accommodate your laptop, an appealing bonus for business travelers, and the hotel will even store your skis. A cheerful fireplace in the lobby helps shake the chill on a foggy day, welcoming you as soon as you arrive. Like many hotels in Richmond, the Four Points by Sheraton Vancouver Airport commits itself to green environmental standards.

You can consult the Four Points by Sheraton concierge for advice on local dining, but you don't have to go far to enjoy a good meal. The hotel restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, and there's also the option of the coffee shop/café or room service. Visit the bar/lounge for a delicious nightcap before hitting the sheets upstairs.

Quality Hotel Airport South offers another great value option for an affordable rate. Once again, it's right in the middle of Richmond, so it is possible to walk to Richmond Centre Mall and Aberdeen Centre. Richmond Night Market is down the street as well, along with Richmond Olympic Oval.

The in-room refrigerators allow you to stock up on snacks and light meals for extra savings and convenience, and you can also enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning. Wired and wireless internet is available to guests free of charge, and local calls are also complimentary. The rooftop terrace of Quality Hotel is its shining feature. Take in the views of the surrounding river and dykes, plus the skyline of Vancouver in the distance.

Richmond, BC: The World’s Stage

There's something about Richmond that feels both familiar and yet fascinating. Charming yet mysterious, approachable but appealing, Richmond's allure has drawn many film crews over the years to its wharves, piers, and streets. Movies and television shows alike have filmed in the city's sites, including Steveston Village, hospitals, schools, and even Vancouver International Airport. Vancouver and Richmond make more cameos on film than anyone probably realizes. That's why Vancouver has earned the nickname, “Hollywood North.” In recent years British Columbia has ranked as the third-largest film hub in North America, behind only Los Angeles and New York, in close competition with Toronto, ON.

The city really hit the world stage with the coverage of the Vancouver Olympics. The city built a multi-million dollar speed-skating arena for the occasion, which has since been converted into a venue for local sports and events — the Richmond Olympic Oval.

With the installation of the new Canada Line train, it's now even easier to go between Vancouver and Richmond. The 25-minute train ride is conveniently accessible 20 hours a day.

Charming and quirky, an island escape to Richmond, BC, is a fun, off the beaten path journey that you won't soon forget.

Travel overview of Richmond, BC

Surrounded by the Canadian communities of Burnaby, Vancouver, Delta, and New Westminster, the coastal city of Richmond is best known as the site of speed-skating events during the Winter Olympics last 2010. Richmond is one of the Canadian West Coast's successful small cities. Located 25 minutes from the United States' border and 20 minutes from Vancouver's downtown area, almost everything is accessible in the city. The city transformed from a rural patch of land into a suburban international city, renowned for its ideal neighborhood vibe. Richmond undergoes constant development, as the state-of-the-art Canada Line rapid transit system has been built to meet the demands of the winter Olympics. The dynamic urban center enjoys natural areas, waterways, and industrial parks alongside agricultural lands. Richmond's estuary provides a perfect venue for bird-watching and fishing activities. Thousands of birds migrate yearly between South America and the Arctic. The city also enjoys a multi-ethnic community, with a population comprised mostly of Asian descent.