Romantic Hotels in Surrey, British Columbia
Surrey is not the first place couples think of in Metro Vancouver, but it has a few stays that work well for two. Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites offers spacious suites with fireplaces and full kitchens, Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection is a downtown design hotel two minutes on foot from Surrey Central SkyTrain station, and Best Western Peace Arch Inn sits near Crescent Beach in the south of the city, with a sauna and hot tub. The best-rated choice, Four Points by Sheraton Surrey, scores 8.9 and adds a spa area. Central Vancouver is about 30 to 40 minutes by car from most of these hotels.
Surrey is a large, spread-out city south and east of Vancouver, with Guildford and downtown Surrey in the north and quieter seaside neighbourhoods such as Crescent Beach in the south. For couples, its appeal is space and calm rather than nightlife: parks, the shoreline of Boundary Bay and easy access by SkyTrain or car to central Vancouver when an evening out is wanted.
Fireplace Suites, Spas and the Shore
Couples choose Surrey when they want Metro Vancouver within reach without paying for a downtown Vancouver evening every night, or when they want to be close to the beaches of the south. The hotels that suit a romantic stay here offer something more than a bed: a fireplace in a suite, a hot tub and sauna, massage services or a restaurant and bar on site. In the south, Crescent Beach and the White Rock waterfront are the natural walk at sunset, while in the north, the SkyTrain puts downtown Vancouver within easy reach for dinner.
If I had to choose one room for a couple in Surrey, it would be a suite at Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites. The hotel offers spacious suites with full kitchen facilities and fireplaces, a spa and wellness area and a location near the Guildford Recreation Centre and shopping, with central Vancouver about half an hour away by car. It scores 8.2 from 295 reviews. A fireplace and a kitchen let you turn an evening into a quiet night in, which matters in a city that is spread out and better explored by car than on foot after dark.
For a spa evening, two hotels stand out. Four Points by Sheraton Surrey is the highest-rated property on this list at 8.9, with a spa and wellness area with a hot tub and sauna, a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant serving American cuisine with various dietary options. Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, rated 8.5, offers a pool, a hot tub, massage services and an on-site restaurant and bar, about 40 minutes by car from central Vancouver. Both suit couples who want to spend part of the evening on site rather than driving across the region for dinner.
Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection is the most urban choice and the one I would pick for a couple without a car. Rated 8.5, it sits in downtown Surrey on the Kwantlen Polytechnic University campus, two minutes on foot from Surrey Central SkyTrain station, with a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, a restaurant, a coffee shop and valet and concierge services. The SkyTrain connects you to downtown Vancouver for dinner or a show, while the hotel itself offers a calmer base. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Surrey, rated 8.7, is a simpler option nearby, with a hot tub and sauna.
South Surrey offers the city's most romantic setting. Best Western Peace Arch Inn, rated 7.9, is close to Crescent Beach and has an indoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna, with a daily continental breakfast. Crescent Beach, on Boundary Bay, is a quiet spot for a walk at low tide, and the White Rock promenade and pier, a short drive away, are the classic evening stroll on this part of the coast. Peace Arch Park on the border with the United States is also close. I recommend this area for couples who value the shore more than the city.
A traveler's takeI would book a fireplace suite at Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites for a couple's stay in Surrey, because the fireplace and full kitchen make a quiet evening easy. If you prefer the coast, I would choose Best Western Peace Arch Inn near Crescent Beach instead. My advice is to keep one evening for a sunset walk on the White Rock promenade.
4.5Four Points by Sheraton Surrey
Romantic · 61 reviewsFamily-friendly comfort with a seasonal pool and spa amenities
Why guests love itA seasonal outdoor pool is the summer draw at the Four Points by Sheraton Surrey, and the spa and wellness area with a hot tub and sauna works all year. Family rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom, and the restaurant serves American cuisine with options for various dietary needs. There is a fitness centre, and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.9 from 61 reviews, a promising but still early score.
4.4Holiday Inn Express and Suites Surrey by IHG
Romantic · 233 reviewsComfortable stay with breakfast, gym, and hot tub near downtown Surrey
Why guests love itHoliday Inn Express and Suites Surrey by IHG keeps family mornings simple with a complimentary breakfast buffet, and each room has a microwave and a refrigerator for snacks. Parents can use the gym, hot tub and sauna, and WiFi is free. It is well placed for downtown Surrey and has good connections to the airport. No pool is listed, so I see it as a practical, well-rated base. The 8.7 score from 233 reviews is strong.
4.3Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection
Romantic · 261 reviewsDowntown Surrey hotel with a pool, hot tub, and university campus setting
Why guests love itCivic Hotel, Autograph Collection is a downtown Surrey address with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool that children will enjoy in summer, plus a hot tub and a fitness centre. A restaurant and a coffee shop on site keep meals simple. Surrey Central SkyTrain station is a two-minute walk away, so families can reach Vancouver without a car. Valet and concierge services are offered. The 8.5 score from 261 reviews is reassuring.
4.3Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel
Romantic · 319 reviewsPet-friendly hotel with a pool, hot tub, and West Coast dining
Why guests love itSheraton Vancouver Guildford gives families a pool and a hot tub for the evenings, and an on-site restaurant and bar mean dinner does not require going out again. Pets are accepted, so the family dog can join the trip. Parents can book massage services or use the fitness centre. Vancouver city centre is about a 40-minute drive, so plan city days around the car. I would choose it for families who want full-service comfort in Surrey.
4.2Best Western King George Inn & Suites
Romantic · 328 reviewsComfortable stay with an indoor pool and hot tub in Surrey
Why guests love itBest Western King George Inn & Suites gives families an indoor pool and a hot tub, a reliable way to end the day, and breakfast is complimentary every morning. A fitness centre is on site for parents. The hotel is in Surrey's business district, and Vancouver is within a 40-minute drive, so city days need a car or planning. I would choose it for families who want a well-rated, practical base in Surrey at a calmer pace.
4.1Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites
Romantic · 295 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchens and fireplaces, close to recreation and shopping
Why guests love itEach suite at the Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites has a full kitchen with a dining area, a separate seating area with a sofa and a fireplace, and laundry facilities are included, which makes a long family stay much easier. The hotel is next to the Guildford Recreation Center and close to shopping, pets are welcome, and WiFi is free. Central Vancouver is about half an hour by car. Guests rate it 8.2 from 295 reviews.
4.1Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Langley-Surrey
Romantic · 158 reviewsComfortable rooms with an indoor pool, hot tub, and pet-friendly amenities
Why guests love itHampton Inn & Suites Langley-Surrey keeps family logistics simple: an indoor pool and a hot tub for evenings, a fitness centre, and breakfast choices that run from continental to a full English or Irish plate. There is also an on-site restaurant for dinner, and free private parking. Pets are welcome. It sits on the Langley side of Surrey, so plan on a car for Vancouver or the Fraser Valley. The 8.2 rating from about 160 reviews is reliable.
4.0Best Western Peace Arch Inn
Romantic · 305 reviewsIndoor pool, hot tub, and sauna near Crescent Beach
Why guests love itBest Western Peace Arch Inn suits families heading for Crescent Beach, which is nearby. The indoor pool, hot tub and sauna cover cooler days, and a continental breakfast is included each morning. Rooms are non-smoking and have a microwave and mini-refrigerator for snacks. Pets are accepted. It is also close to Peace Arch Hospital, useful for visiting relatives. I would choose it as a simple, practical base in south Surrey.
3.6Ramada by Wyndham Surrey/Langley
Romantic · 333 reviewsIndoor pool, jacuzzi, and pet-friendly rooms near Vancouver Zoo
Why guests love itRamada Surrey/Langley gives families a heated indoor pool and a jacuzzi, and rooms come with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker for easy snacks. An on-site restaurant helps at dinner time, and pets are accepted. The Greater Vancouver Zoo is about 10 miles away, a natural family outing. Note that the property also has a casino on site. I would book it for families wanting a practical pool hotel near the zoo, with modest expectations.
Local tips
- 1Book a suite at Sandman Signature Surrey-Guildford Suites if a fireplace is your priority, since its suites combine fireplaces and full kitchens.
- 2Choose Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection if you travel without a car, as Surrey Central SkyTrain station is two minutes away on foot.
- 3Pick Four Points by Sheraton Surrey, rated 8.9, for a spa evening with a hot tub and sauna.
- 4Ask about massage services at Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel when booking a romantic weekend.
- 5Stay near Crescent Beach at Best Western Peace Arch Inn if you want the shore of Boundary Bay within reach.
- 6Keep an evening for the White Rock promenade and pier, a short drive from South Surrey, for a walk at sunset.