James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with restaurant, near Emily Carr House

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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites, near Beacon Hill Park, offers a serene retreat with a garden and on-site restaurant. Indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast or explore the surroundings with ecotours and hiking/biking activities. The mini golf course is perfect for some friendly competition.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $191
$223 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16

Room options

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Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Yard
Terrace
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 2 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 34 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 159 min drive
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 22 miles/35.3 km
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.9 miles/27.2 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 17.4 miles/28.1 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 18.4 miles/29.5 km
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.4 miles/32.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Beacon Drive in Ltd - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Milestones - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Government Street and Victoria Harbour. For a bite to eat, guests can check out JBI Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This eco-certified hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Mini golf

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mini golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1911
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

JBI Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 10.00 to 30 per person

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

James Bay Inn Hotel
The James Bay Hotel
James Bay Hotel
James Bay & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, JBI Cafe.

What's the area around James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites like?

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites is a short 11-minute walk from Victoria Harbour and 15 minutes' walk from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Restaurant
Pub
Food
Elevator
Bed
Lobby
Downtown

What guests liked

  • The on-site pub and restaurant served delicious meals with friendly staff and reasonable prices. (48 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and good value. (34 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity for guests. (19 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10

Great atmosphere! Loved our stay
1-night trip

10/10

Great welcome from front desk lady. Very amiable.
1-night trip

10/10

We had an excellent stay! As always, so friendly and welcoming! Quick to serve and do extra to make sure you are happy. Very clean hotel and rooms. Charming character. Love the history of this hotel.
7-night trip

10/10

The location was great, staff were super friendly and accommodating, and the charm of the James Bay Inn was perfect for us! We will definitely be staying here again.
3-night trip

10/10

We had a great stay and loved the staff
2-night trip

10/10

Great. We loved the quiet area.
3-night trip

10/10

Always a great place to stay. Location cannot be beat and the staff are super friendly.
2-night trip

10/10

Close to everything, awesome desk staff, and loved the Pub!
3-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed our stay in this quaint heritage building. It wa spotlessly clean and the beds were comfortable
2-night trip

10/10

James Bay inn is a beautiful character hotel, great service from front desk.
1-night trip

10/10

Very friendly staff. Well decorated and very clean with a lot of old character. Loved our stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful historic atmosphere, with friendly staff.
4-night trip

10/10

Excellent place to stay in Victoria!
3-night trip

10/10

I don't think I've ever stayed at a place with kinder more friendly service. It feels like home. I love the history and the simple elegance of the building. No fuss and lots of character.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice cheap hotel, close to everything
2-night trip

10/10

Spent several nights. Charming historic hotel. Clean and comfortable. The bed was a bit hard for me. Friendly staff. Restaraunt was convenienet with great food and service. Convenient location close to harbor.
5-night trip

10/10

Great place.
1-night trip

10/10

We really enjoyed the friendly and helpful staff! The rooms were clean, and we got to watch the horses come by with the carriage every so often.
3-night trip

8/10

Great hotel so close to everything! Walkable to water , entertainment, great food , parks and tours . Family feel community! We have multiple times at this hotel and will be going back.
4-night trip

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay. It is an older building and the elevator was out, but we were well aware of that ahead of time. Really friendly folks and they made the stay great!
6-night trip

10/10

Our first stay and it was excellent! Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. We'll be back!
1-night trip

8/10

Like the location easy access to all
4-night trip

10/10

Always have a great stay stay are amazing and the area is so peaceful and beautiful.
2-night trip

10/10

Absolute best budget hotel. Friendliest owner and staff. I’d stay here again hands down. Great location- 10-15 min walk to downtown but James Bay Area is really nice. Super close to Ogden Point.
5-night trip

10/10

While it is an older building with some creaky floors its very clean, quaint and comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to another visit in the future.
2-night trip