Montreal architects Ross and MacFarlane designed the hotel after the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa and initially this hotel was supposed to be named the Selkirk. However, it was decided to name it the Fort Garry, after the fort (with the same name) that stood at the junction of the Assiniboine and Red rivers. The strategic location of the hotel on Broadway, between Fort and Garry Streets ensured that it was the first building tourists laid their eyes on when they entered the city, whatever direction the entered from. Incidentally, hotel Fort Garry was the first ever commercial establishment to come up on Broadway, and till date the only hotel to be built there.

The first indication one gets of Fort Garry’s beauty and elegance is when one walks into the lobby which is accessible from the grand exterior staircase. The main lobby stretches across 44 by 66 foot of space and to the eyes, the impression it conveys is that of rich luxury. High beamed ceilings, Caen stone walls, a glittering chandelier that make the focal point of the room, and Napoleon grey marble floor inlaid with Belgian black marble – the effect is indeed extraordinary. If you are not used to such sights, you may walk around in a daze trying to take in all the grandeur in front of you.

Even though there have been several changes in the hotel over the years, it has retained some of its original features. For instance, the mail chutes you see on each floor and the brass mailbox next to the elevators in the lobby are all from the time when the hotel was newly constructed. The Main Dining Room now referred to as the Provencher Room has, also been maintained in its original style and is used to host receptions and banquets. This room is one of the largest rooms in the hotel and extends along the length of the building.

The seventh floor, however, tells a different story. This is where the Crystal Ballroom and Concert Hall are located. These two rooms were converted into casinos in the 1990s, probably in an attempt to keep pace with the changing times. However, during the early months of 2000 the casino were done away with and the ballrooms were reinstated to their original use.

Each room in Hotel Fort Garry can tell you a story, each corner has a secret, and each original fixture carries many tales. Staying at this hotel is like walking into an era that is long gone but still kept alive in all its resplendent glory.



The Hotel is located at a vantage point and is only a block away from Robson Street, a major attraction for shopaholics. Stanley Park, Gastown, and Granville Island Market are also a stone’s throw from Four Seasons as is the Pacific Center, which is known as the premier indoor fashion mall of Vancouver.

The 373 guest rooms, including 67 suites, are large, bright, and airy, and you can see interesting sights of the downtown and even some glimpses of the mountains in the distance. The rooms are done up in soothing colors the give the rooms a warm and soothing touch. The beds are comfortable and you can sink into them and sleep off your tiredness. Even if they are smaller than you expected, the marble bathrooms have a tub and shower combination and they are well designed. The private bars and dresser drawers are housed in a custom-designed credenza with a rich cherry finish. The rooms are luxurious in a subtle manner with none of pomposity usually associated with hotels.

When you step into any hotel, the first thought that crosses your mind is what your dining options are. The Four Seasons doesn’t disappoint you here either. The YEW restaurant (named after the rare Pacific Yew Tree) has been the talk of the town since it was inaugurated in Dec 2007. 12 meter high ceilings, rich wood paneling, floor-to-ceiling sandstone fireplace, large windows and skylights, and contemporary design elements complete the look of this restaurant. You can choose to eat at the communal table that can seat up to 14 people and has been made from a slab of native maple from Vancouver Island. You can also choose to dine in the exclusive glass enclosed private dining room that is skylit. Of course, there are the intimate dining booths as well. The open kitchen and the dramatic bar set off by the massive green wall in YEW make for an interesting décor to take in as you enjoy culinary delights created by Chef Oliver Beckert.

Be it food, convenience, facilities, rooms or service, Four Seasons is going to exceed your expectations, season after season …..all seasons!



There are over 140 rooms in this hotel that offer visitors a unique resort style accommodation. When planning a vacation, if you are wondering what to do with your pet, stop thinking right there. This hotel is pet friendly and will extend the same courteous welcome to your precious pet as it will to you. No need to make alternate arrangements for them and fret about their welfare – the Chocolate Lake Hotel has it all under control.
Since it is located near the Chocolate Lake, guests have convenient access to it, and they can enjoy a host of recreational activities by the lake, such as water sports, fishing, skating, and sunbathing, fishing, and skating. As you step outside Chocolate Lake Hotel, you find yourself at Peggy’s Cove where you see the most photographed lighthouses in the world. This widely popular symbol of Nova Scotia is a major tourist attraction and visitors can go for a walk around the cove.

Apart from the natural beauty, Halifax is also known for its hip and happening night life as guests of this hotel can explore the various dance clubs, fine dining restaurants, casinos, shopping areas, and cultural centers that will entice the party animal within you.

The rooms at Best Western Chocolate Lake Hotel have a modern theme and feature every amenity needed to make guest’s stay comfortable. No expense has been spared to offer the very best to those who walk into the hotel. All rooms have high quality, lush linens, cable satellite television, refrigerator, complimentary toiletries, in-room movies, and high-speed Internet access. Other hotel amenities include an entertainment area, exercise facility, indoor heated swimming pool, business center, and cocktail lounge.

Whether you are looking for a room with a stunning view or something for that perfect romantic getaway, or even a more professional business meeting to impress your clients, Best Western Chocolate Lake Hotel is the place to be. The spacious Business Plus Rooms make it perfect for corporate get-togethers while the backdrop of the Chocolate Lake make it a great setting for some of the most special events in your life. Great rooms and amenities, world class facilities, a courteous staff, pet friendly policies, and central location –Best Western Chocolate Lake has everything you could ask for in a hotel.