Royal

Old World elements and modern touches like free Wi-Fi and flat-panel TVs are contrasting conveniences at the non-smoking Royal Hotel in downtown Chilliwack. Housed in a historic three-story building dating back to 1908 the Royal Hotel offers 30 non-smoking rooms. Some have been restored to show off the original hardwood floors vintage furniture and claw tubs. Others are more contemporary with subtle antique overtones. All include free Wi-Fi and flat-panel cable TVs. The hotel invites guests to enjoy breakfast lunch or dinner in any one of three on-site dining spaces. Parking is free. The Royal Hotel is in downtown Chilliwack about 65 miles east of Vancouver. There are cafes mom-and-pop shops and restaurants within a two-block stroll of the hotel. Guests can easily book it to University of the Fraser Valley one mile away. Those hitting the high road are less than two miles to Trans-Canada Highway 1. Others taking the friendly skies are 25 miles from Abbotsford International Airport and about 70 miles from Vancouver International Airport.