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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
  • Restaurants 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 AU$154
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

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Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Highlights

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

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double 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

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 10 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour - 11 min walk
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 2 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 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 short 10-minute walk of Government Street and Royal BC Museum. For a bite to eat, guests can visit JBI Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. This eco-friendly hotel also features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

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
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

Children

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

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 on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen 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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Mini golf

What to do

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

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

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

Facilities

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

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairwells

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
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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. These 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 and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
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.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 that you 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 on-site 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 on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a garden and access to a nearby health club.

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

Yes, there's an on-site 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. Travellers say that 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

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully cared for historic property.
Very friendly staff. Well decorated and very clean with a lot of old character. Loved our stay.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the stay. Hotel staff were exceptionally friendly. The room was charming and comfortable.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place
Great place.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Great Hotel that is the Victoria Experience
A Fabulous little hotel with some old world charm in a Grat location for everything Victoria. Very clean and comfortable in a cozy sort of Way. Shout out to the staff for making me laugh. Well Done and will look to return anytime we are in Victoria.
Blaine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Place to stay in Victoria
Beatiful old hotel in a nice quiet area. Staff were great ,nice pub downstairs Great place to stay and reasonably priced
anthony, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Impeccable Impressive. Nostalgic
Wonderful, nostalgic, full of history and charm, with service to match! Impeccable!
Eric, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

JBI
Great cool little hotel with a nice pub in the ground floor. Zorro was very cool also
Tomasz, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Me and my family had a lovely stay, the place is really pretty and the location is super convenient! The area is very calm and we couldn't hear any noise from the other rooms. Will definitely book with them again soon!
Christopher, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed convenient location, friendly staff and food.
Anthony, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Felt like being comfortable at home
VERY comfortable suite with well equipped spotless full kitchen, excellent bed. The Lobby is a lovely early 1900’s era space with complimentary morning coffee. Good parking on site. Pub with darts and pool table in basement.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

James Bay Gem
Wonderful ambience!! Wonderful location Wonderful staff
Robert and Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very much enjoyed our stay.
George, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the character of the building and comfortable feeling upon entering the hotel.
May, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always love this place.

10/10 Exceptional

JBI Rules!
Great place!
Leon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

James Bay Inn has a great, safe and walkable location. Staff and restaurant are great.
Vivian G., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff- very enjoyable and fun!
Kenneth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Victoria get away
The James Bay Inn was a great. We stayed in one of their one bedroom suites.very clean quiet and accesible to the inner harbour on foot. I would highly recommend the James Bay Inn.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great friendly historic hotel in a beautiful area.
Antony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely classic period boutique hotel
Brendaen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thanks for a great stay (:
Ine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great vacation location
Great location and wonderful front desk personalities
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in a great spot
Great little place in a great location, especially with such a short walk to the ocean! Very good interactions with the staff. Would definitely come back!
Greg, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old and awesome very beautiful place 👌 ❤️
lennie, 1-night trip