Helms Inn

Property class: 2
City-center hotel within easy reach of Victoria Harbour

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Helms Inn offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Government Street and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Royal Jubilee Hospital are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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 $122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(138 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and dark cabinets.

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(100 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, wall-mounted lights, and a leather armchair.

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(129 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Beacon Hill Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Conference Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 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
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse Victoria Falls - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

  • Helms Inn offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Government Street and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Royal Jubilee Hospital are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

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)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

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

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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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Reviews

Helms Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • On-site parking was convenient, well-priced, and easily accessible for guests. (71 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy walking access to numerous restaurants and dining options. (46 reviews)
  • The property's walking distance to the bus stop and bus service was exceptional. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to downtown Easy parking Clean Will always come back to the Helms Inn
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8/10 Very good

As usual, the property was clean, comfortable, and basically perfect for our needs. Every time we visit Victoria, this is our go-to location, and when it is booked, we wonder where to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the best hotel I have stayed. Very clean, room was beautiful with full of amenities, like the kitchenette. Location was perfect. I highly recommend this hotel .
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10/10 Exceptional

GREAT AND WONDERFUL LOCATION IN VICTORIA
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10/10 Exceptional

Conveniently situated a few minutes walk from Victoria’s inner harbour, Helms Inn was clean, comfortable, with good room amenities. Excellent and good value for our three day stay.
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8/10 Very good

We have stayed at The Helms Inn several times over the last ten years. Excellent location to favourite sights and eateries. However, after spending over $300 dollars a night I still had to pay $10 a day to park in the small lot.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was super clean. Location is walking distance to downtown and fantastic sites. Great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the Hellms inn. Reasonable prices for a very clean and comfortable stay in Victoria, with all the main attractions within easy walking distance
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, comfortable bed, great customer service, and easy parking.
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6/10 Good

Helms Inn is in a great position with walking made easy to everything we needed .
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location for exploring Victoria
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay clean, quiet best location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Location is excellent. Walking distance to attractions, restaurants and grocery store.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great rooms. Good facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room & well stocked with what we required. Excellent location for our requirements.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved having a little kitchen and sitting room separate from the bedroom
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to the harbor. Units are large, with very comfortable beds. Would highly recommend
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8/10 Very good

Clean room. Friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were really clean and location is awesome
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely inn & room. Especially loved that all floors in our room were laminate flooring vs. carpet — it felt so much cleaner! The room was spacious & well-appointed. The location was also ideal, with restaurants, pubs, shopping & other amenities all within easy walking distance. We’d definitely stay there again
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10/10 Exceptional

Our favorite place to stay in Victoria. Feels like home with kitchenette, refrigerator and sitting area. Very spacious, clean and a comfy bed. Location is quiet and within walking distance of anything downtown. Also, close to public transit. A grocery store nearby. Love it.
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8/10 Very good

Appreciate the daily room service - remaking the beds, replacing towels . Great front office staff. Thanks so much
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and convenient place to other amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location