So there I was, sharing a glass of wine with Douglas Coupland at a drag show. (Yes, really.) He’s exactly what you’d expect—witty, brilliant, and deeply curious about how culture, technology, and identity all crash together in the best possible way. And now? He’s brought that energy into the world of luxury hotels.
Fairmont Pacific Rim, one of the crown jewels of Fairmont Hotels in Vancouver, has just launched Suite X. It is a bold, immersive hotel suite designed in collaboration with Coupland himself. The suite was co-developed by Westbank and Peterson. Inspired by his generation-defining novel Generation X, Suite X is a love letter to the late 20th century—and a next-level stay for anyone who wants their luxury with a side of art and irony.
What is Suite X?
Suite X is more than just a hotel room. It’s an interactive, live-in art installation crafted with Coupland’s signature pop-art aesthetic. The suite is on the newly revamped Fairmont Gold floor at Fairmont Pacific Rim. It was created to make you feel like stepping into the artist’s own mind. Alternatively, it feels like his ultra-modern living room.
What to expect:
- Vibrant, custom-designed furniture
- An in-suite bar (yes, it’s as cool as it sounds)
- Bold visuals that double as conversation starters
- Original artworks by Douglas Coupland
- Curated books from Coupland’s personal library and TASCHEN
- Epic views of Vancouver’s waterfront and mountains
From “Nowhere” to Iconic
“I’m very much a product of the late 20th century,” Coupland says. “When I was growing up, Vancouver felt like nowhere—and then, post-Olympics, it suddenly became somewhere.”
That evolution is woven into Suite X. It captures Vancouver’s transformation—from under-the-radar city to global hub for art, design, and culture—while anchoring it in the comfort and class of one of Canada’s most prestigious hotels.
More Than Just a Pretty Suite
This collaboration isn’t just for show. Fairmont Pacific Rim has a long-standing commitment to supporting local artists and reimagining the hotel experience. Suite X is an extension of that philosophy—part of the newly enhanced Fairmont Gold experience, which now includes:
- Personalized service and a dedicated concierge
- A nature-inspired Gold Lounge with elevated bites and cocktails
- Luxurious, tranquil spaces curated for discerning travelers
Jens Moesker, Regional VP and General Manager of Fairmont Pacific Rim, puts it best:
“Suite X represents the intersection of hospitality and artistry, a place where inspiration lives and guests can connect with a truly unique Vancouver story.”
Where Luxury Meets Art—and a Bit of Wit
If you’re looking for a stay that’s anything but ordinary, Suite X delivers. Whether you’re a design lover, an art nerd, a Gen Xer, or someone who just wants to say they slept inside a Douglas Coupland installation, this is the kind of experience that sparks stories.
Suite X is now available for booking, and trust me—it’s a whole vibe.
🛏️ Ready to step inside?
👉 fairmontpacificrim.com/stay/suite-x
Photo credit: Ema Peter
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