Travel & Accommodations
Travel Note
Getting to Vancouver
Make sure your passport is up to date! Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the closest airport. Downtown Vancouver is a short car ride away, ~30 minutes. UBER and LYFT access is plentiful in the city, so unless you plan to get up to the mountains or out to the islands during your visit, you can likely get around with cabs vs. renting a car. If you're interested in exploring more of the northwest, the closest US airports are Paine Field (PAE), ~2 hour drive from Vancouver (give or take with the border crossing) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), ~3 hour drive from Vancouver. If you're interested in train travel, the Amtrak Cascades (www.amtrakcascades.com) runs a scenic route between Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver, B.C.
Travel Note
Airbnb & Vrbo
If you prefer a more homey or group-style stay, there are some great Airbnb and Vrbo options nearby. Please note: rental property supply is limited in Vancouver due to provincial legislation and city bylaws, so early booking is encouraged. We'd recommend checking out West Point Grey (closest area to venue), Kitsilano, Dunbar-Southlands, Fairview, Mount Pleasant, Downtown, and West End neighborhoods as you begin your search, but recommend avoiding North and West Vancouver if you want to limit traffic & travel time to the venue. Level Furnished Apartment Suites in Yaletown may also be a good option to explore (www.stayinglevel.com/destinations/vancouver/seymour). If you're looking for a Bed & Breakfast experience, check out The Barclay House (www.barclayhouse.com) or The Hunter House (www.historic-hunterhouse.ca).
Hotel
The Douglas, Autograph Collection
Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver within the vibrant Parq Vancouver resort complex, The Douglas offers stylish, design-forward rooms inspired by the west coast’s natural beauty and modern city energy. With easy access to the seawall, False Creek, Yaletown, and Gastown, plus eight on-site restaurants and a rooftop urban park, you’ll be perfectly positioned to explore or unwind before and after our celebration. This is where we will be staying throughout the wedding weekend. We have secured a limited block of rooms at the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection at discounted rates for the evenings of July 17th, July 18th, and July 19th. Visit https://book.passkey.com/go/DierkingPavelaWedding or call (604) 676-0889 and reference the Dierking/Pavela Wedding Block to book. Bookings must be made prior to July 2, 2026. Guest room reservations may be cancelled up until 72 hours local time prior to arrival with no penalty. *For your convenience, group transportation will be provided from The Douglas to the wedding venue (Cecil Green Park House) and back on Sunday, July 19th. Stay tuned for the shuttle schedule closer to the wedding date.*
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Best Western Premier Chateau Granville Hotel & Suites & Conf. Centre
Conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, this hotel places you moments away from the trendy Yaletown district and the famous shopping on Robson Street. The property is centrally located close to city attractions and restaurants, and only 3 blocks from the Canada Line Subway system that provides direct access to Vancouver's International Airport. We have secured a limited block of Superior View King and One Bedroom Suite (2 Doubles or 1 King & Queen Sofa Bed) at the Best Western Chateau Granville Hotel & Suites at discounted rates for the evenings of July 17th, July 18th, and July 19th (rate varies by night). To book the discounted rates: call 604-669-7070 or 800-663-0575 or email res@chateaugranville.com and reference the 'Dierking-Pavela Wedding'. Please do not call Best Western Central Reservations or book online. Bookings must be made prior to May 15, 2026. A 1-night non-refundable deposit will be charged for each reservation on June 17, 2026. *Group transportation will be provided from The Best Western Premier Chateau Granville Hotel & Suites to the wedding venue (Cecil Green Park House) and back on Sunday, July 19th. Stay tuned for the shuttle schedule closer to the wedding date.**
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Best Western Plus Sands Hotel
Tucked just minutes from English Bay Beach and Stanley Park in Vancouver’s vibrant West End, this property offers travelers a comfortable stay with a good mix of convenience and local flair. The hotel includes amenities such as a fitness centre (with sauna), a lively pub/bar downstairs called The Park Pub (with casual meals, sports on TV and occasional live entertainment), and also a golf-simulator bar. We have secured a limited block of 1 Queen Bed (+ sofa bed) and 2 Queen Bed rooms at the Best Western Sands at discounted rates for the evenings of July 17th, July 18th, and July 19th (rate varies by night). Visit https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.62025.html?groupId=7Z0KM3R3 to book. Bookings must be made prior to June 17, 2026. Once you secure a reservation, the change and cancellation policy is 4pm two days before arrival.
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Gage Suites at UBC
Make the most of your time at our wedding by staying right on the beautiful UBC campus—just steps from Cecil Green Park House. Enjoy the convenience of being close to the celebration (~12 minute walk), surrounded by lush gardens, ocean views, and walking trails. Campus accommodations offer a peaceful, scenic setting and easy access to Vancouver’s beaches and attractions.