One-Stop Shop for Hotel & Resort Photography in Vancouver and British Columbia
Great hospitality photography does more than just showcase a space; it invites people in. Whether you're managing a boutique hotel in Vancouver, a mountain lodge in Whistler, or a coastal resort on Vancouver Island, compelling imagery is one of the most powerful tools you have to attract new guests and elevate their experience from the moment they find you online.
I’m Ian Harland, a Vancouver-based commercial photographer specializing in hospitality, architecture, tourism, and lifestyle imagery. I offer a full suite of photography services designed specifically for hotels and accommodations, including:
Interior and Exterior Photography – Show off your rooms, lobbies, pools, and architecture with clean, professional images that highlight design and atmosphere.
Lifestyle Photography – Bring your space to life with people-centered storytelling. From staff interactions to moments of relaxation, I create visuals that feel authentic and aspirational.
Food and drink Photography to showcase your restaurant, bar, room service, or signature dishes in a way that feels fresh and mouthwatering
Selected clients and project partners include Destination Vancouver, Discover Surrey, Destination Canada, SHMA, Gordon Ramsay Burger, Great Canadian Casino, and hospitality properties including Sheraton, Best Western, Holiday Inn, and Sandman Hotel Group. Scroll down to see select projects.
Featured Shoots
Surrey Hotel & Motel Association
15 hotels photographed for SHMA
Gordon Ramsay Burger
Interior photography before their grand opening at the Great Canadian Casino
Discover Surrey
Tourism image creation across hospitality, food, culture, and outdoor activities.
Destination Vancouver
Tourism photography asset development, capturing hotels and dining to cultural activities and outdoor adventures.
Architectural Portfolio
From hotels and commercial spaces to private residences, this page highlights some of my best architectural photography.
Why Hotels Choose This
Interiors and views shown at their best: Multi-exposure blending and off-camera lighting preserve window views while keeping interiors bright, balanced, and inviting.
Meticulous retouching: Careful editing ensuring each image feels polished, realistic, and true to the space, with blue skies added and virtual staging when needed.
Unlimited image usage: Use the photos however you like, for as long as you need.
Fast turnaround: Final edited images delivered within 2 weeks.
5-star service: Backed by 27+ Google reviews.
For hotels and resorts preparing for an upcoming shoot, I’ve also put together a practical hotel photoshoot preparation guide. It covers shot lists, OTA-ready room photos, room prep, food and beverage planning, lifestyle scenes, aerial coverage, video, and how to make the shoot day run smoothly.
If you're looking to refresh your visual assets or launch a new campaign, I’d love to chat about how we can collaborate.
