EXchange Hotel Vancouver

What EXchange Hotel Vancouver does

EXchange Hotel Vancouver is a 202-key luxury boutique hotel operating at 475 Howe Street in downtown Vancouver, housed in the 1929 former Vancouver Stock Exchange Building and integrated into the first 11 stories of the 31-story Exchange Tower. The property opened in 2017 following a heritage conversion that achieved LEED Platinum certification — the first such designation for a heritage conversion in Vancouver — and features the Pinstripe Principle architectural design developed jointly by Switzerland-based Harry Gugger Studio and Vancouver-based Iredale Architecture. The hotel operates under the Executive Hotels & Resorts portfolio and serves leisure tourists, business travelers, event hosts, and sports event attendees, with a curated art collection, premium in-room amenities (L'Occitane, Dyson, B&O on the Dividend Floor), and smart-room technology including Flexipass mobile key access.

The company generates revenue through five primary streams: nightly room accommodations across categories ranging from 240 sq ft Boutique Studios to a 500 sq ft Blue Chip Suite; on-site F&B anchored by Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar and Hydra Wine Bar; event rentals across the Atrium (2,500+ sq ft), Townley Studio (1,400 sq ft), Atrium Patio, and The Cabana at Hydra (up to 150-guest full buy-outs); parking (self $52/night, valet $62/night); and bundled packages including Bed & Breakfast, Romance, Advanced Purchase (13% off), AAA/CAA (10% off), and Third Night Free. Distribution is hybrid — direct booking through the Sabre SynXis engine on exchangehotelvan.com (with a 12% direct-booking discount), phone reservations, group/corporate sales (VP Sales Sandy Quon), and event sales (Events Manager Pat Griffin).

The business model is asset-heavy real estate hospitality: revenue is primarily transactional per-stay with limited recurring/contract structure, supported by an outsourced operating model (37 disclosed employees). Competitive positioning rests on three pillars — irreplicable micro-location in Vancouver's financial and luxury shopping district (across from Cartier and Holt Renfrew, four-minute walk to Canada Place and Convention Centre), differentiated physical product (heritage facade + LEED Platinum sustainability + art collection), and recognized luxury credentials (AAA 4 Diamond, Michelin Guide, TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice 2025). Forward-looking commercial focus includes leveraging proximity to BC Place Stadium for the 2026 FIFA Soccer World Cup as a temporary demand catalyst.

Name

EXchange Hotel Vancouver

Legal name

EXchange Hotel Vancouver

Website

https://exchangehotelvan.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

EXchange Hotel Vancouver is a 202-key luxury boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver's heritage 1929 Stock Exchange Building, operated by Executive Hotels & Resorts. It serves leisure tourists, business travelers, and event hosts with LEED Platinum-certified accommodations, on-site Mediterranean dining, and event venues.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Boutique Hotel

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban & Downtown Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Integrated Full-Service Hotel Complexes (Mixed-Use) (THAGAAAL)

Keywords

• Luxury boutique hotel
• Hotel accommodations
• Hotel event venues
• Mediterranean restaurant
• Heritage hotel conversion

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Hotel Room Accommodations: Revenue from 202 rooms and suites spanning 11 floors of Exchange Tower, including standard rooms, superior rooms, and premium Dividend Floor suites. Room types range from Boutique Studio Queen (240 sq ft) to Blue Chip Suite (500 sq ft).
2. Dining - Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar: Mediterranean restaurant offering fresh seafood, grilled meats, and vegetables with full bar service. Restaurant operates 6:30am-late Monday-Friday and 6:30am-11am/3pm-late weekends. Accommodates up to 150 guests for full buy-outs.
3. Event Spaces and Catering: Rental of event spaces including Atrium (2,500+ sq ft), Atrium Patio, Townley Studio (1,400 sq ft), Hydra Estiatorio, Hydra Wine Bar, and The Cabana at Hydra for weddings, cocktail parties, dinners, meetings, and corporate events.
4. Hotel Packages and Specials: Bundled packages including Hot Rate (12% off best available rate), Bed and Breakfast, Romance Package, 3rd Night Free, Cruise Package, Dining Getaway, AAA/CAA discount (10%), and Advanced Purchase (13% prepay discount).
5. Parking Services: Self-parking at $52/night (tax included) and valet parking at $62/night (tax included).
6. Dividend Floor Premium Amenities: Premium amenities on 11th floor including Dyson hair dryer ($750 charge if missing), B&O headphones ($950 charge if missing), Nespresso machines, and exclusive lounge access with BC wine and cheese service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EXchange Hotel Vancouver is a luxury boutique hotel offering 202 rooms and suites across 11 floors of the LEED Platinum heritage Exchange Tower in downtown Vancouver. The hotel provides premium accommodations, full-service Mediterranean dining at Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar, multiple event and meeting venues (Atrium, Townley Studio, The Cabana at Hydra), an exclusive 11th-floor Dividend Floor premium experience, and bundled hotel packages for leisure and business travelers.

Product overview

EXchange Hotel Vancouver is a luxury boutique hotel operating as a single property with LEED Platinum Heritage Conversion status. The hotel offers 202 rooms and suites across multiple categories (from Boutique Studios to premium Blue Chip Suites), with the exclusive Dividend Floor providing elevated amenities on the 11th floor. Dining is anchored by Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar, supplemented by Hydra Wine Bar. Event capabilities include the Atrium, Atrium Patio, Townley Studio, and The Cabana. Additional offerings encompass a 24-hour fitness center, business centre, and various package deals. Guests can book through the Synxis platform and access rooms via Flexipass mobile key technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar: Mediterranean-inspired restaurant featuring fresh seafood, grilled meats, and lush vegetables with a 40-foot cocktail bar, located within EXchange Hotel Vancouver.
• The Cabana at Hydra
• Townley Studio
• The Dividend Floor

Products and services

• EXchange Hotel Vancouver (Hotel Accommodations) Luxury boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver offering 202 rooms and suites across 11 floors, featuring marble bathrooms, heated floors, L'Occitane amenities, Smart TVs, Flexipass mobile key, and curated Saatchi Art collection.
• Dividend Floor Premium Experience Exclusive 11th-floor experience including personalized pre-arrival communication, early check-in/late checkout, complimentary pastries and coffee, BC wine and cheese service, Dyson Supersonic hair dryers, B&O Beoplay HX headphones, and Nespresso machines.
• Hydra Estiatorio Mediterranean & Bar Greek Mediterranean restaurant located in the Exchange Tower atrium offering fresh seafood, grilled meats, traditional Greek dishes, and a 40-foot cocktail bar. Operates 6:30am-late Monday-Friday and 6:30am-11am/3pm-late weekends, accommodating up to 150 guests for full buy-outs.
• Hydra Wine Bar Hotel café and wine bar offering cocktails, a tapas-style mezze menu, and relaxed atmosphere for casual gatherings and corporate functions.
• Atrium Event Space 2,500 sq ft gathering space on the fourth floor overlooking Exchange Tower lobby, featuring hand-painted faux-finished columns and private patio. Accommodates up to 100 guests for cocktail parties.
• Townley Studio 1,400 sq ft event space on the 5th floor named after the original architect of the Vancouver Stock Exchange, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, Samsung 65-inch 4K TVs, speaker system, and oak hardwood floors. Suitable for board meetings, business events, and seated dinners.
• The Cabana at Hydra Semi-private event space with Greek Isles ambiance, heated floors, and custom canvas. Accommodates up to 45 guests for sit-down dinners and 55 for cocktails.
• Fitness Centre State-of-the-art 24/7 fitness center with treadmills, spin bikes, elliptical trainers, recumbent bikes, rowing machine, free weights, and resistance training equipment.
• Business Centre 24-hour business center providing workspace and services for business travelers.
• Parking Services On-site parking for guests offering self-parking at $52/night (tax included) and valet parking at $62/night (tax included).

Quantifiable outcome

• 202 luxury rooms and suites across 11 floors
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Harry Gugger Studio ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwitzerland-based architectural firm led by Harry Gugger, formerly of Herzog de Meuron. Responsible for the Pinstripe Principle design of Exchange Tower and the seamless integration of the heritage Stock Exchange building with the modern glass tower. This was the studio's first North American project.
• Iredale ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVancouver-based architectural firm collaborating on the heritage restoration project and modern tower construction. Partnership combined Swiss design innovation with local Vancouver expertise for the heritage conversion.
• Executive Hotels & ResortscoreOthersParent company operating the EXchange Hotel. Executive Hotels & Resorts manages multiple properties including The Parker Hotel, Executive Hotel Le Soleil, Seaside Hotel North Vancouver, and Executive Hotel Vancouver Airport. Parent company ranked in Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Awards 2025.
• Executive Table Group RestaurantsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRestaurant group operating Hydra Estiatorio and other restaurants within Executive Hotels properties including Alouette Bistro, Parker Rooftop, Provisions Italiana, and The Free Bird Table & Bar. Provides dining options for hotel guests during 2026 Soccer World Cup and other events.
• BC Place StadiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHome stadium for 2026 Soccer World Cup matches in Vancouver. Hotel positioned as official accommodation partner for the event, with taxi ~3 min, subway ~11 min, and walk ~17 min from hotel to stadium.
• Saatchi ArtminorOthersLos Angeles-based online art gallery providing limited-edition photographs for the hotel's art collection. Works include Art Deco and documentary-style photography displayed throughout lobby and guestrooms.
• L'Occitane en ProvenceminorOthersLuxury bath and body products provider for all guest rooms and suites. Premium amenities including in bathrooms and Dividend Floor exclusive products.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Fairmont Pacific Rim: Luxury full-service hotel in downtown Vancouver near Canada Place with comparable room count, premium dining, and event space. Directly competes for the same luxury leisure, business, and convention travelers.
• Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver: Luxury 5-star hotel at Pacific Centre in downtown Vancouver. Overlapping luxury business and leisure guest base with comparable amenities and pricing tiers.
• JW Marriott Parq Vancouver: Luxury hotel with casino-adjacent entertainment complex in downtown Vancouver. Competes for premium business, leisure, and event guests in the same urban market.
• Azur Legacy Collection Hotel Vancouver: Heritage luxury boutique hotel in downtown Vancouver. Competes in the same boutique luxury segment with similar room count and heritage conversion positioning.
• Rosewood Hotel Georgia: Iconic luxury heritage hotel in downtown Vancouver offering comparable luxury amenities, fine dining, and spa facilities. Direct competitor for luxury leisure and corporate guests in the same downtown micro-market.
• Fairmont Hotel Vancouver: Historic luxury hotel in downtown Vancouver, recently renovated. Competes for the same business and leisure luxury segment with similar heritage positioning and convention center proximity.
• Pan Pacific Vancouver: Luxury hotel directly adjacent to Vancouver Convention Centre with extensive meeting space. Competes for convention and business travelers in the same downtown waterfront micro-market.
• Hotel Le Germain Vancouver: Canadian boutique luxury hotel chain with a Vancouver property. Comparable in tier, design-forward positioning, and target luxury traveler segment.
• Trump International Hotel & Tower Vancouver: Luxury international hotel and residence in downtown Vancouver. Competes for high-end leisure and corporate travelers in the same downtown luxury micro-market.

Broad incumbents

• Executive Hotel Le Soleil: Sister property under Executive Hotels & Resorts portfolio in downtown Vancouver. Operating comparable boutique luxury concept with similar guest segments and sales infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ExecutiveCorp
• Facebookfacebook.com/executivehotels
• Instagraminstagram.com/executivehotels
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/exchange-hotel-vancouver

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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