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Set in Vancouver’s Yaletown district, Qortezan is a jewel that reflects the heritage of this unique community. In the late 1800s, Yaletown was Vancouver’s bustling warehouse district near the terminus of the Canadian Pacific Railway. It was a mixture of heavy industry and storehouses full of shipments of textiles, exotic spices, necessities and luxury goods that had travelled across Canada after an overseas journey from Europe.

After years of neglect, Yaletown turned into the run-down home of seedy hotels and wayfarers before becoming the vibrant neighbourhood it is today. One of Vancouver’s trendiest shopping and entertainment districts, the Yaletown that will welcome the 2010 Winter Olympics is full of high-end boutiques, restaurants, lounges and prestigious urban homes.

One of Vancouver’s trendiest shopping and entertainment districts...

Qortezan is located in a beautiful old warehouse - evidence of Yaletown’s transformation. Our walls are warm exposed brick, our floors are polished original hardwood and our ceiling is supported by enormous timber beams from the old-growth forest that grew here long before the railway arrived more than 130 years ago.

19th century splendor of a courtesan’s salon...

Illuminated by glittering chandeliers and furnished with antiques evoking the 19th century splendor of a courtesan’s salon, Qortezan offers a luxurious selection of all things sensual and more. On special evenings, Qortezan invites musicians, singers and dancers to perform in this beautiful atmosphere, hosting jazz, blues, flamenco, singer-songwriters, classical guitar and opera. It is a unique and completely sensual experience - you’ll be moved to live royally.

Qortezan invites musicians, singers and dancers to perform...

As Vancouver prepares to host the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, watch as Qortezan becomes a very special entertainment venue and shopping destination. Visit our Olympics page to find out more.