The Keefer | Completed

[Delirium]

Set against the rich backdrop of Vancouver’s vibrant Chinatown, The Keefer goes beyond everything the sophisticated high roller has come to expect.

With four distinctive lofts residing in a revamped Edwardian building, The Keefer, is Vancouver’s first small hotel. Featuring everything from custom Douglas Coupland installations to a glass bottomed pool which doubles as part of the penthouse ceiling, Vancouver’s latest addition to the hotel scene has arrived with a bang.

With private elevators opening directly into each 2400 square foot, full floor loft, the space feels more like a privately owned abode than a room to let. But the experience only begins there. No detail at the Keefer has been overlooked especially when it comes to the visual, cultural and artistic journey guests will encounter. Keefer Hotel Press Release

Lobby
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Penthouse with glass bottom pool
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Rooftop terrace and pool
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www.thekeefer.com

it will also feature one of the more interesting bars (design wise imo) in the city. the Keefer bar is set to open in early Feb

Inspired by its Chinatown heritage, the bar is infamous for its dark, ominous interiors. As the hotel’s street level venue, guests mingle with adventurous locals and graze on Asian street tapas, while well versed bartenders spin classic cocktails using fresh ingredients from local Chinatown markets.

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[vanman]

When did the Keefer become a hotel? I thought these lofts were for sale? I'm guessing they'll be put back on the market when the time is right.

[whatnext]

Wow. Who's the developer?

[mr.x]

wow....the bar is pretty neat.

[officedweller]

Definitely one for movie industry types.

[hollywoodnorth]

awesome stuff!

[SpongeG]

nice

[raggedy13]

Love it. Definitely going to check out that bar at some point.

[Yume-sama]

Wow, I love the pool :D

[touraccuracy]

the website says its for monthly or long term rental. dont' think it's a by-the-night kind of thing. wonder how much it'll be.

[delboy]

the website says its for monthly or long term rental. dont' think it's a by-the-night kind of thing. wonder how much it'll be.

i love how this city is always transforming and changing. :notacrook:

[Coldrsx]

i know where i am staying next time... damn

[Delirium]

the website says its for monthly or long term rental. dont' think it's a by-the-night kind of thing. wonder how much it'll be.

good point. according to this article, the owners changed the concept
"When Scout first broke the news of its coming back in August it was going to be a boutique hotel. They’ve now changed the concept to include just four boutique luxury short term rental suites – the sort of digs movie stars and big wigs enjoy"

http://scoutmagazine.ca/2009/08/21/new-boutique-hotel-to-launch-the-keefer-bar-in-chinatown/

it says that rates ranged from $800 to $2,950/night

BTW, the penthouse at Level is currently renting for $500,000/month. yep,
half a million for the month of February. i wonder if they'll get it.
the place is over 5,000/sq but still...

[wrenegade]

Half a million for a month? Retarded.

The bar in the Keefer looks sick though. Going to have to check that one out.

[SpongeG]

matt lauer is worth a half million bucks i am sure ;)

[WarrenC12]

That's insane. I'll laugh if they don't compromise the price and it stays empty. :haha:

[Skook]

A sharp looking new restaurant with a great neon sign just opened up down the block from the Keefer as well - Bao Bei. They call themselves a Chinese Brasserie. Some of the staff from Chambar are involved.

Suddenly, and rather unexpectedly, it appears that Keefer West of Main is a happening block!

[Yume-sama]

It does almost seem unlikely a billionaire will make last minute plans to attend and spend the $500k :P

[rather_draconian]

Wow, very chic and modern in that nouveau-Asian way. I like the artwork in the rooms...I've never imagined people decorating their room with wrestlers before but it really suits it.

[Delirium]

here's the article regarding that 500K rental; http://stayinglevel.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/LEVEL%20Penthouse%20Article.pdf

and a few more of the Keefer from the architects website. you can do
some amazing things with old buildings. i hope this trend continues.

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[vancityrox]

Wow, definitly looking forward to hitting up the Bar downstairs. Too bad the bar wasnt on the roof with the pool. That would have been amazing come summer time. Just like Hotel De La Montagne rooftop pool and bar/club back in downtown Montreal. Aw i miss it so...



http://www.hoteldelamontagne.com/en/bars_and_clubs/terrasse_magnetic/

The link has a great video of what im talking about...do this Vancouver!!!

I can totally see this happening in the DTES revitalization...

[red-paladin]

Sweet! I love Bladerunner!

[Metro-One]

Nice! So is that girl always there?? :D

[vancityrox]

Hahaha,She is just the reporter... i never saw here there when I have gone.

Wouldnt Vancouver benefit from something like this? Just imagine having drinks on the rooftop pool/bar withthe view of the mountains in the summer in downtown Vancouver......itcan very well be even bette then Montreals rooftop clubs.