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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of Royal BC Museum

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $108
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 36 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 122 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.6 miles/26.7 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 17.2 miles/27.7 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 18.1 miles/29.2 km
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.2 miles/32.6 km
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21.7 miles/34.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs CAD 10 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards 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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Helms Inn
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Victoria
Helm`s Hotel Victoria
Helms Hotel Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does Helms Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Helms Inn 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 Helms Inn?

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

Is parking offered on site at Helms Inn?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 10 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Helms Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Helms Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Helms Inn and nearby?

Helms Inn has a garden.

Does Helms Inn have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's the area around Helms Inn like?

Helms Inn is in James Bay, a short 9-minute walk from Victoria Harbour and 12 minutes' walk from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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