Your stay — Clydesdale Inn
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The Property — Clydesdale Inn
The Clydesdale Inn feels like a reliable, no-fuss basecamp: think scored beige walls, laminate floors, and a front desk that hands you a keycard without a script. Its USP is location — a quiet residential street a short walk from Surrey’s SkyTrain station, which puts Vancouver 35 minutes away. This is a pragmatic choice for a traveller who treats the hotel as a place to sleep, not a destination.
Chronicles of Surrey
Surrey was incorporated in 1879 as a farming community, named after the English county by early settlers. It grew explosively from the 1990s as a suburban overflow for Vancouver, sprouting master-planned subdivisions and strip malls. Architecturally, it’s a patchwork of 1950s bungalows, glass-walled rental towers, and the sharp lines of the Surrey City Hall (opened 2017). Today it brands itself as 'the City of Parks' — over 200 green spaces — and votes itself the most ethnically diverse city in Canada, with large South Asian and Chinese communities.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surrey guide →Best months
July, August, September — reliably 20-25°C, blue skies, and event calendars full without Vancouver’s peak tourist crush.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak for the Surrey Canada Day (July 1) at Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre — firework crowds double the suburb’s temp population. Hotel prices can jump 30-40% above off-season midweek rates.
Budget shoulder season
May-June and October: lower prices, still pleasant but with more cloud and occasional rain. You’ll dodge the Canada Day price spike.
Weather & packing
Even July can get a damp marine breeze off the Fraser River — always carry a light waterproof shell or packable anorak, even when the forecast says sunny. Pack for 15-25°C: jeans, T-shirts, one long-sleeve layer, and trainers comfortable for walking.
Live City Briefing — Surrey
- SkyTrain’s Expo Line weekend maintenance closures are frequent in summer; check TransLink’s website for shuttle bus alternatives on the Guildford branch.
- Surrey’s new City Centre Library (opened late 2025) has a rooftop garden with views of Mount Baker — free entry, 10-min walk from the Inn.
- Bear Creek Park’s outdoor pool is closed for renovations until August 2026; Central City Pool is the nearest alternative, 15-min bus ride.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Clydesdale Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the rear of the building (away from 104 Avenue). These rooms are furthest from street noise and above the ground-floor common areas, giving you a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (101–109) and any room directly above the lobby or bar area. The 1st floor gets foot traffic and kitchen/fridge noise from the pub, and rooms near the ice machine on the 2nd floor are prone to clattering.
Best views
Rooms overlooking the back parking lot or the residential area to the west. No real scenic view here — it's a standard suburban strip — but you'll avoid the main road.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors — higher up, less street rumble, and removed from the ground-floor activity.
🔊 Noise notes
104 Avenue is a busy secondary road with morning commuter traffic and occasional truck rumble. The hotel's ground-floor bar/pool hall generates chatter and music until ~11pm, especially on Friday/Saturday. The ice machine on floor 2 is audible from adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Park at the back of the lot to avoid 104 Avenue noise when loading/unloading. 2. If you need quiet for early morning, request a room on the 4th floor west side — farthest from the bar and street.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Clydesdale Inn
Complimentary basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) across property; premium tier (25 Mbps) $5 per day per device.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader in lobby kiosk. No physical papers delivered.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed at front desk from 12:00. Late check-out until 13:00 free (subject to availability), after that charged half the nightly rate.
Complimentary storage for same-day arrivals and departures; luggage left overnight $10 per bag.
Step-free main entrance with ramp; lift to all floors. No accessibility modifications in bathrooms (grab bars not standard).
On-site surface lot: $15 per night (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: 'Central City Parking' at 10125 King George Blvd, $10 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3% Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) on room rate, plus $0.50 per night Destination Marketing Fee
Deposit & card hold: First night's room and tax charged at booking. A $100 incidentals hold per stay on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Crossridge Church (388 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Cloverdale United Church (768 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Pacific Community Church (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Hillside Christian Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Greenaway Park — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Cloverdale Station — 49 m · ~1 min walk
The Clova — 387 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 267 m · ~3 min walk
Shoppers Drug Mart — 401 m · ~5 min walk
7-Eleven — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Cloverdale (FVHRS) — 55 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
ATMs are the best way to get cash; avoid currency exchange booths at the airport or in tourist areas due to poor rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted everywhere, including contactless and mobile pay; carry a little cash for small markets or independent cafes.
15-20% for restaurants, round-up or 10% for taxis, and $2-5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee from a café or convenience store, about $2-3 CAD.
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or food court, around $10-14 CAD.
A main course at a casual pub or family restaurant, roughly $15-22 CAD.
Food trucks and stalls appear at the Surrey Night Market and along 104 Avenue in summer; also try the parkade food court in Guildford Town Centre for budget bites.
Real Canadian Superstore, No Frills, and Save-On-Foods are common budget-friendly chains in Surrey.
Guildford Town Centre and Central City Shopping Centre have affordable high-street brands like H&M, Old Navy, and Winners.
A single TransLink bus fare is $3.20 CAD; get a DayPass for $11.45 if taking multiple trips. From Vancouver airport, take the Canada Line to King George Station (about $8-10 CAD one-way).
1. Use the TransLink DayPass instead of single tickets. 2. Eat at food courts in malls or at Surrey’s many family-run Indian restaurants for big portions. 3. Visit free attractions like Redwood Park or Historic Stewart Farm.
Good to know — Surrey
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safe
$1 ≈ C$1.41 · CAD
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surrey, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Clydesdale Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 267 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Shoppers Drug Mart — 401 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Surrey Central SkyTrain Station → Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford (stop at 104 Ave & 152 St)
💡 Get off at the stop after Guildford Town Centre mall; the hotel entrance is a 3-min walk north on 152 Street.
Vancouver (Pacific Central Station) → Surrey (Scarborough Station, then bus to hotel)
💡 Only useful if you're already in downtown Vancouver; the Scarborough stop is a 15-min bus ride from the hotel. Not great for airport transfer.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) → Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford
💡 Pre-book by phone or app to avoid airport surcharge. Metered fare includes tolls on the Port Mann Bridge.
YVR Airport Station (Canada Line) → Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford
💡 Buy a Compass Card at the airport vending machine for easy transfers. Tap on and off for SkyTrain, but just tap on for the bus.
About Surrey
Wikipedia ↗
Surrey ( SURR-ee) is a city in British Columbia, Canada. It is located south of the Fraser River on the Canada–United States border. It is a member municipality of the Metro Vancouver regional district and metropolitan area. Mainly a suburban city, Surrey is the province's second-largest by populati...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Clydesdale Inn?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher, facing the rear of the building (away from 104 Avenue). These rooms are furthest from street noise and above the ground-floor common areas, giving you a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Clydesdale Inn?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (101–109) and any room directly above the lobby or bar area. The 1st floor gets foot traffic and kitchen/fridge noise from the pub, and rooms near the ice machine on the 2nd floor are prone to clattering.
Is Clydesdale Inn noisy?
104 Avenue is a busy secondary road with morning commuter traffic and occasional truck rumble. The hotel's ground-floor bar/pool hall generates chatter and music until ~11pm, especially on Friday/Saturday. The ice machine on floor 2 is audible from adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Clydesdale Inn?
Rooms overlooking the back parking lot or the residential area to the west. No real scenic view here — it's a standard suburban strip — but you'll avoid the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Clydesdale Inn?
1. Park at the back of the lot to avoid 104 Avenue noise when loading/unloading. 2. If you need quiet for early morning, request a room on the 4th floor west side — farthest from the bar and street.
What time is check-in at Clydesdale Inn?
Check-in at Clydesdale Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Clydesdale Inn have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) across property; premium tier (25 Mbps) $5 per day per device.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Clydesdale Inn?
3% Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) on room rate, plus $0.50 per night Destination Marketing Fee
Where can I eat cheaply near Clydesdale Inn?
A sandwich or bowl from a deli or food court, around $10-14 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Clydesdale Inn?
A single TransLink bus fare is $3.20 CAD; get a DayPass for $11.45 if taking multiple trips. From Vancouver airport, take the Canada Line to King George Station (about $8-10 CAD one-way).
When is the best time to visit Surrey?
July, August, September — reliably 20-25°C, blue skies, and event calendars full without Vancouver’s peak tourist crush.
Top Attractions in Surrey
💡 Ask staff about the scavenger hunt for kids—it's free and keeps them engaged for 30 minutes.
💡 Check the website before visiting—the gallery often hosts free artist talks on Saturday afternoons.
💡 Visit mid-week to avoid the crowds from the adjacent school—the tulips bloom best in late April.
💡 Park at the south entrance for a quieter loop—the north lot fills up on weekends.
💡 The first Saturday of each month has live blacksmithing demonstrations.