Paradox Hotel Vancouver Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
Parking
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- One or more entry points are automated
- Lowered counter at the reception or ticket desk
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Accessible path of travel and accessible style tables/booths
- Multiple floors with an elevator that is large enough for a 180-degree turn with a mobility device (minimum turning area of 1,500 mm in diameter)
- Rooms for guests using mobility devices
- Entry door is a minimum 815 mm wide
- Lowered "spyhole" in door
- Lever type handle on entrance door
- No threshold roll-in shower
- Shower chair with backrest (fixed or portable) within reach of controls
- Fixed grab bars in shower
- Handheld showerhead with lever controls
- Grab bars at toilet
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
Overall Space
- Braille/large print signage for all publicly accessible areas
- Audible alarm and/or public service system
- Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Hearing
Overall Space
- Business has a visual warning (alarm) system
- Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
Overall Space
- Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
- Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
- Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
- Minimal visual clutter and obstacles
- Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
- Signs have minimal glare or reflection
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
General
Emergency Plan
- System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
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At Paradox Hotel Vancouver, we transform tourists into travellers. Rather than simply breezing in and out of town after visiting a few places on the guidebook, our guests connect with the essence of Vancouver. They dig deeper, driven by their desire for new experiences and discoveries.
