Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us - here's how we keep your info safe

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

We're committed to protecting your personal information with industry-standard security measures.

Look, we get it - privacy policies can be a real snooze-fest. But honestly, this stuff's important, and we want you to know exactly what happens with your info when you stay with us or even just browse our site.

At Pyrethorn Chronos, we've been welcoming guests since day one, and trust is everything to us. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why we need it, and how we keep it locked down tight. We're based in Vancouver, Canada, so we follow all the Canadian privacy laws (PIPEDA, if you're into acronyms).

By using our website, making a booking, or visiting our property at 1288 Robson Street, you're agreeing to what's outlined here. If something doesn't sit right with you, reach out to us - we're happy to chat about it.

Personal Information You Give Us

When you book a room or use our services, we'll need some basics:

  • Your name, email, and phone number
  • Billing address and payment card details (don't worry, we use secure payment processors)
  • Special requests or preferences (like if you need a hypoallergenic pillow or you're celebrating something special)
  • Guest preferences for spa treatments, dining reservations, or concierge services
  • Passport or ID info if required by local regulations
Information We Collect Automatically

When you're browsing our site, we pick up some technical stuff:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Pages you visit and how long you hang out on each one
  • Device information and operating system
  • Referral sources (like how you found us)
  • Cookie data and similar tracking technologies
Information from Other Sources

Sometimes we get info from travel agencies, booking platforms, or business partners who help arrange your stay. We might also verify details through public databases if needed for security purposes.

We're not sitting around reading your info for fun. Here's what we actually do with it:

Service Delivery

Process your reservations, confirm bookings, arrange airport transfers, and make sure your room's ready when you arrive.

Payment Processing

Handle transactions securely and send you receipts (nobody likes surprise charges).

Communication

Send booking confirmations, answer your questions, and reach out about your stay if needed.

Personalization

Remember your preferences so we can make your next visit even better.

Marketing

Send you special offers and updates (only if you've said it's cool - we hate spam too).

Security & Legal

Keep our property safe, prevent fraud, and comply with legal requirements.

We're pretty protective of your data, but there are times when we need to share it with others:

  • Service Providers: Companies that help us run things - payment processors, email service providers, booking systems, and our website hosting. They only get what they need to do their job.
  • Business Partners: If you book through a travel agency or corporate account, we'll share necessary details with them.
  • Legal Requirements: If the law says we gotta hand over info (court orders, government requests, etc.), we will. We're not getting in trouble for you, sorry.
  • Emergency Situations: If there's a health or safety issue, we might need to share info with emergency services or medical personnel.
  • Business Transfers: If we ever sell the hotel or merge with another company, your info would be part of that deal (but you'd be notified).

We don't sell your personal information to random third parties. That's not our style, and honestly, it's just shady.

Yeah, we use cookies - not the chocolate chip kind, unfortunately. These are small files that help our website work better and remember stuff about your visit.

Types of Cookies We Use:
  • Essential Cookies: These keep the site running. Can't turn 'em off without breaking things.
  • Performance Cookies: Help us see what pages are popular and where people get stuck. Makes it easier to improve the site.
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings so you don't have to keep re-entering stuff.
  • Advertising Cookies: Track whether you've seen our ads and help us show you relevant offers (you can opt out of these).

Most browsers let you control cookies through their settings. You can block them entirely, but heads up - some parts of our site won't work right if you do.

We also use analytics tools like Google Analytics to understand how people use our site. If you wanna opt out of that, Google's got a browser plugin for it.

We take security seriously. Here's what we do to keep your info safe:

Our Security Measures:
  • SSL encryption for all data transmitted through our website
  • Secure payment processing through PCI-DSS compliant providers
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability testing
  • Restricted access to personal data - only staff who need it can see it
  • Employee training on data protection and privacy practices
  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
  • Regular backups stored in secure locations

That said, no system's perfect. While we do everything we can to protect your data, we can't guarantee 100% security. The internet's a wild place. If you notice anything sketchy with your account or booking, let us know immediately at reservations@pyrethornchronos.info.

We don't hoard your data forever. Here's our general approach:

  • Booking Information: We keep reservation details for 7 years to comply with accounting and tax regulations (government requirements, not our choice).
  • Guest Preferences: Stored as long as you're an active guest or until you ask us to delete them.
  • Marketing Data: Kept until you unsubscribe or ask us to remove you from our lists.
  • Website Analytics: Usually anonymized after 26 months.
  • Security Footage: Our CCTV recordings are kept for 30 days unless needed for an investigation.

Once we don't need your info anymore, we'll either delete it or anonymize it so it can't be traced back to you. If there's a legal reason we need to keep something longer, we will - but we'll only keep what's absolutely necessary.

Under Canadian privacy law, you've got some solid rights when it comes to your personal data:

Right to Access

You can ask to see what personal info we have about you.

Right to Correction

If something's wrong or outdated, you can ask us to fix it.

Right to Deletion

Request that we delete your personal data (with some exceptions for legal requirements).

Right to Opt-Out

Unsubscribe from marketing emails anytime (there's always an unsubscribe link at the bottom).

Right to Portability

Get a copy of your data in a format you can use elsewhere.

Right to Complain

If you think we've messed up, you can file a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

To exercise any of these rights, just shoot us an email at reservations@pyrethornchronos.info or call us at (604) 555-8742. We'll get back to you within 30 days.

Our services are aimed at adults. We don't knowingly collect personal information from kids under 13 through our website.

If you're booking a room for your family and your kids will be staying with you, that's totally fine - we just need the info from a parent or guardian. We treat children's information with extra care and only collect what's necessary for the booking.

If we somehow end up with data from a child under 13 without parental consent, let us know and we'll delete it ASAP. Parents, if you think we've got info about your kid that shouldn't be there, contact us right away.

We might update this privacy policy from time to time - regulations change, our services evolve, you know how it goes. When we make changes, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

If we make any major changes that affect how we handle your data, we'll let you know through email or a notice on our website. We won't just sneak changes in and hope you don't notice.

It's a good idea to check back here occasionally, especially if it's been a while since your last visit. Boring? Maybe. Important? Definitely.

Got questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data? We're here to help - seriously, don't hesitate to reach out.