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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
City centre hotel within easy reach of Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Lobby
Courtyard
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 32 min drive
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 115 min drive
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 122 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 122 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 145 min drive
  • 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
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Helms Inn offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English

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
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

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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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 on-site self-parking (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking is 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/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • 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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, 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.

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 that you 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 spaces 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 on-site 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 fridge 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. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Carol, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Gem!!!
This was a hidden gem!!! Spacious room, fabulous bed, a kitchenette - which was important as we are on a restricted diet - and cute. It was a wonderful find. Just note - not suitable for people needing accessibility - you have to walk up stairs and there is no elevator. Otherwise perfect!! Would stay there again.
David, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Short But Wonderful Stay
The accommodations were lovely - our suite had a bedroom, great sitting area as well as a well equipped kitchen area. It was incredible clean and quite pretty. The location is excellent in downtown Victoria but tucked away in a cosy neighbourhood
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice kitchen quiet stay
Wry nice kitchenette room. Old use some towel bars by the sink or on the bathroom. Would stay again.
Chris, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sue, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Colleen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

S Lois, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shane, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good choice
Central location makes Helms Inn a good choice to stay in Victoria. Good clean establishment at a fair price. Easy walking to restaurants and attractions in the Harbour area.
Dennis, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rochelle, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Getat hotel in a great location
The rooms have a nice kitchenette, with everything you need, and locatuon is withing walking distance to everything downtown.
Lindsay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room with a separate bedroom and well equipped kitchenette.
Stewart, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I would highly recommend Helms Inn, the staff, the location, the rooms are all fantastic. The only drawback would be the road noise as it is located across from Beacon Hill Park.
Sharon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lila, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Victor Alberto, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for wandering around Victoria….kitchen is an added bonus. Also the umbrellas were much appreciated! Cora’s for breakfast was a short walk away.
Patrick, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Floors are not sound proof. Late night and early mornings, We could hear stomping and pacing back and forth from the rooms above. It’s very unfortunate when you don’t get good sleep while on vacation. I complained to front desk on the second day but was told that the people in the room above had already checked out.
Munira, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Definitely needs updating and people with mobility issues don’t have an elevator. Always a reliable place to stay
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

the Helms was very accommodating to our early arrival. Parking is tight if you have a bigger automobile. No elevator to our room on 2nd floor. The room was very clean and had everything we needed.
Marie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is a short walk from downtown Victoria and right next to a large park! The hotel room was spacious; including a living room separate from the bedroom and also an efficiency kitchen that was well equipped for making meals. The person at reception was kind and efficient.
Beverly, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

We had to move rooms due to construction/noise next to our room. (From Room 206 to 304). We were not given any notice of construction prior to check in. However, we did definitely enjoy our stay at Helms Inn. In addition, we were comped / refunded one night's stay due to the disruption of construction noise. We thank the staff and management for this generous compensation!!
Karen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Loved our stay! Wish we had warmer weather to take advantage of the private patio just outside our sliding doors.
Brendaen, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Excellent location for the marathon weekend. Didn’t like my room on the bottom level, I could smell cigarette smoke drifting in from the cars at the stoplights. Everything in the room was in good working order, it had the things I needed to make simple meals, a large fridge freezer and stove. The bathroom was very clean. The tables were a little dusty and the chairs need new covers or just get plastic ones they really showed their dirt. Overall great location, that is the main selling feature.
leah, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The central location is key.
Gordon, 3-night trip
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