We did the three night Vancouver/Victoria pre-cruise tour. We stayed at the Four Seasons for two nights. We arrived about an hour before the official check in time so our room wasn't quite ready. They sent us to the bar for a complimentary drink while we waited. The room was beautiful - a corner room on the 14th floor. The view was great!
We had one day to explore Vancouver on our own, and then boarded a motorcoach (then ferry) to Victoria.
Timing is everything. We happened to be in Victoria for Victoria Day, so everything was packed with people. They even had a marching band competition going on across the street from the Empress hotel.
Good location close to the elevators and laundry room, without being too close. Quiet location. Great balcony.