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ThistleDown House

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Free daily full breakfast
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Garden View
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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3910 Capilano Road, District of North Vancouver, BC, V7R 4J2
  • Place, Capilano River Regional Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capilano Suspension Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vancouver, BC (YVR-Vancouver Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

District of North Vancouver

At ThistleDown House you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Capilano River Regional Park and Capilano Suspension Bridge. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Capilano B&B, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Grouse Mountain and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Park Royal.
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What's nearby

  • Capilano River Regional Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stanley Park - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Canada Place - 18 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • North Vancouver Station - 5 min drive
  • Vancouver City Center Station - 10 min drive
  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Capilano Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪C-Lovers Fish & Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shazde House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

ThistleDown House

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at ThistleDown House. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star District of North Vancouver bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1922
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
ThistleDown House offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This District of North Vancouver bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1922
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

ThistleDown House
ThistleDown House B&B
ThistleDown House B&B North Vancouver
ThistleDown House North Vancouver
ThistleDown House B&B District of North Vancouver
ThistleDown House District of North Vancouver
ThistleDown House Bed & breakfast
ThistleDown House District of North Vancouver
ThistleDown House Bed & breakfast District of North Vancouver

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at ThistleDown House?

Yep, ThistleDown House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to ThistleDown House?

The closest beach to ThistleDown House is English Bay Beach (6.9 km).

Is ThistleDown House family-friendly?

No, ThistleDown House is an adults-only property.

Does ThistleDown House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ThistleDown House?

No, ThistleDown House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at ThistleDown House?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at ThistleDown House?

No, pets are not allowed.

ThistleDown House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B experience

We enjoyed our stay -- comfy bed with nice linens, very clean, elegant breakfast, and great location. Although it is not an isolated home (neighbors are close), once inside it feels very cozy and relaxing. Short walk to Capilano suspension bridge and short drive (5 mins) up to Grouse Mountain. We drove 10-15 mins into North Vancouver waterfront area for some nice dinners out. Enjoyed conversation with Brian, our host, at breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful heritage house. Honest, funny host. Good breakfast. Good location. Surprisingly quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brian emailed us beforehand wanting asking us our arrival time and if we had any dietary restrictions. When we arrived the house was warm and inviting. Our room was ready and everything was very clean and Brian was very welcoming. The breakfasts were amazing and we were delighted each morning with the quality of the food! Brian talked to us at length about fun things to do and great places to eat and really made our trip enjoyable. We would recommend ThistleDown house to everyone we know!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful!

The house is beautiful and the breakfast was delicious. Brian and his wife so a great job informing guests and helping with anything information you need about the area. Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our night at this lovely property. Room excellent, as was breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great b&b

Definitely one of the best places we've ever stayed in. Sets the standard for hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B & B

Wonderful B & B with excellent service and great breakfasts. Location close to city bus service stop if you don’t have a vehicle. Will definitely stay here again if we are in Vancouver area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place, Great Hosts!

This is a great B&B with a true gourmet breakfast. Wonderful hosts, very welcoming and helpful with recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHIEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay in North Vancouver

This place is a hidden gem. Every aspect is above my expectation. It might seem to be pricey, but after factoring in everything, it's definitely a steal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and hospitality. House uniquely furnished for comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed, delicious breakfast, lovely garden, owners and staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best there ever was!

ThistleDown House should be a destination in itself! I will spend the rest of my life making an effort to go back there. It was perfect in every way--a beautifully maintained historical home with every detail attended to. I loved my stay here. I wish it would have been longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gourmet breakfasts were outstanding. Brian and Virginia were engaging hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome B&B

An amazing B&B...the owner was awesome...My wife had some food requests and he happily met those. We would stay there in a heart beat..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place! Quiet and accessible location. Beautiful grounds. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B

We stayed here for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay immensely. The breakfast served each morning came in 3 courses and with conversations with other guests you can expect it to last about 90 minutes. Great amenities and snacks and we found a nice little deli just down the road for dinner one night. Brought food back and sat out in the garden and enjoyed the cool evening. Room was comfortable with a large bed. This is definitely on our list to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ho Chul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
주인 분이 매우 친절하시고, 조식은 정성것 준비해주셔 너무 좋았습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Checkus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
**FANTASTIC** there is nothing negative to mention about the experience. 3-course breakfast was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, excellent gourmet breakfast, kind, polite staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best B&B ever!

Absolutely loved this B&B, would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B and B. Owners very helpful and welcoming. Breakfast outstanding! Will return if ever in the neighborhood again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We want to thank Brian, his wife Virginia and the staff for a wonderful stay! My husband and I were visiting from Oregon and came to complete the "Grouse Grind". Our experiences staying in a B&B have always been positive and we appreciate the intimacy which is provided in a bed and breakfast. The house and property is an oasis off a busy street, but the location is great because it's close to everything. Aside from completing the hike to the top of Grouse Mountain only minutes away, our stay was relaxing and really enjoyable. Thank you for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Best choice for Vancouver

Excellent location and the owners were over the top with every detail and our accomadations..highly recommend without reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay near Capilano Canyon

This is what everyone hopes a bed and breakfast will be. Friendly, comfortable, clean, beautifully kept and and an amazing breakfast. We have stayed several times, and Thistledown is consistently the same.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 3 night say

Fantastic food. Fantastic area. Fantastic service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018