Stay in the heart of Vancouver – Show map Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Academy House Gastown is located in Vancouver, a few steps from Totem Pole and a 7-minute walk from Gastown. The property is close to several well-known attractions, a 15-minute walk from Vancouver Playhouse, 0.9 miles from Canada Hockey Place and a 17-minute walk from Rogers Arena. Science World is an 18-minute walk from the hostel and BC Place is 1.5 miles away. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver Lookout at Harbour Centre and Waterfront Centre Mall Vancouver. The nearest airport is Vancouver Airport, 10 miles from Academy House Gastown.