Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, today announces it has been selected to operate the forthcoming dual-branded Moxy Vancouver Downtown and Element Vancouver Downtown. The 30-story tower is owned and developed by Paul Y. Construction (B.C.) Ltd. and is set to open in Summer 2028. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district, the project will feature 280 guest rooms under the Moxy brand and 112 rooms under the Element by Westin brand, introducing two of Marriott’s most dynamic lifestyle brands to the city.
The Moxy and Element brands will cater to distinct but complementary guest segments: Moxy with its playful, experiential design and social atmosphere, and Element with its focus on longer-stay travelers seeking balance, sustainability, and well-being. Together, the hotels will enhance Vancouver’s thriving hospitality landscape and support the city’s continued growth as a global destination.
“We are proud to have selected Hotel Equities as our management partner for this bold, dual-branded vision in downtown Vancouver,” said Gary Tso, Managing Director, Paul Y. Construction (B.C.) Ltd. “Their operational expertise and track record with new developments give us confidence in delivering an outcome that exceeds stakeholder expectations and creates a truly unique offering for travelers. Together with Marriott, Moxy and Element will deliver two distinct experiences that unite into one cohesive destination.”
Hotel Equities is providing ownership with development advisory services throughout pre-development and construction, ensuring a seamless path to opening and long-term operational success. HE’s Canadian-based operations team will further provide dedicated resources to maximize performance and value creation across all phases of the hotel’s lifecycle.
“Hotel Equities is honoured to partner with the owners and Marriott to bring this dual-branded project to life in downtown Vancouver,” said Ryan McRae, Senior Vice President of Business Development, Hotel Equities. “Our team’s local presence in Canada uniquely positions us to deliver exceptional, dedicated support to ownership and to create a hospitality experience that resonates with both local and international travelers.”
With its central location near BC Place, Rogers Arena, Vancouver Convention Centre, and the city’s vibrant dining, arts, and shopping districts, the hotel is perfectly positioned to serve both leisure and business travelers. As the second Moxy hotel and third Element by Westin to join the portfolio, HE now operates seven hotels in British Columbia and thirty-three throughout Canada, further strengthening its presence in the region.
Moxy and Element Vancouver are located at 848–850 Seymour Street in Vancouver, British Columbia. For more information about partnering with HE, visit hotelequities.com/development.
