Keefer House οpening soon in Vancouver's vibrant cultural core
Kalido Hospitality opens Keefer House Vancouver, a boutique aparthotel blending design, technology, local partnerships, and next-generation urban hospitality experiences.
VANCOUVER, BC – Kalido Hospitality Group announce the July 2025 opening of Keefer House, a design-forward boutique aparthotel in Vancouver's historic Chinatown. Perfectly positioned at the crossroads of the city's most dynamic neighbourhoods – Chinatown, the Arena District, and Gastown – Keefer House offers a seamless blend of residential comfort, smart technology, and boutique hotel polish.
From stylish business travel to extended creative residencies, Keefer House invites guests to settle in with the comfort of a home and the curation of a hotel. Each apartment features a full kitchen, in-suite laundry and is thoughtfully furnished, featuring natural wood tones, cool greys, soft neutrals and pops of mustard yellow – all accented by a custom collection of curated pieces by Canadian art company, Opposite Wall.
Many apartments feature private balconies with neighbourhood views, while all guests enjoy access to an onsite gym, a rooftop communal area and curated local amenities. Keefer House proudly partners with beloved Vancouver brands including TALLU, Tealeaves, Pallet Coffee, and Fable to offer a signature hyper-local stay experience. Among the most coveted accommodations are the Terrace Apartment and Rooftop Apartment – standouts for their generous outdoor spaces and premium in-suite offerings. Guests staying in these flagship units will enjoy added touches such as vintage-style record players and an exclusive Keefer Bar welcome package (coming soon ), setting the tone for a stay that's both elevated and rooted in the local scene.
Step Outside and Plug In
Keefer House puts guests in the heart of the action. From world-renowned cocktail bars and late-night dumpling haunts, to art institutions, indie boutiques, and stadium shows, this is where Vancouver comes alive. The celebrated Keefer Bar is next door, with neighbourhood icons like Bao Bei, Juke Fried Chicken, and the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden just moments away.
'Keefer House is more than a place to stay – it's a launchpad to explore one of Vancouver's most electric grids,' says Javier Cepeda, Managing Partner at Kalido Hospitality Group. 'Every element, from the design to the tech to our local partners, is curated to reflect the pace, personality, and possibility of the neighbourhood.'
Keefer House is Kalido's second Vancouver aparthotel project, following the success of Smithe House in Yaletown. Both properties embody Kalido's mission to deliver next-gen hospitality experiences that strike a balance between design, technology, and personalized service.
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