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
$184 nightly
The total price is $214
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 1302 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(101 reviews)

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

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

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 200 sq ft
  • 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 Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. 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
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 available
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 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 restaurant and pub served delicious meals with friendly and helpful staff. (54 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as excellent, good, and amazing. (36 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking was a convenient and highly appreciated amenity for guests. (22 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Conveniently located near many of Victoria's main attractions.
Eve, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place!
Jimmy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel had character and was in a great location for sightseeing.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay - great service and so convenient to every thing!
Bernadette, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff is incredible! Great location!
Sharon, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet,great staff,clean rooms
Colin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We liked everything about the cottage. The bar restaurant was also great!!
Becky, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Cozy lobby and room! Food from the restaurant was good and the hotel is in a perfect location. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A friendly, clean and welcoming hotel 10 minutes walk into the centre of town. Breakfast downstairs is good.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

excellent old world feel, friendly staff and wonderful location
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice and quiet Lobby is beautiful Great cafe
Renata, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great staff Great location
Thomas W, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was pretty warm so Air Conditioning would have been great, but the fan did help. The location was perfect to walk to all the attractions!
Carla, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved this beautiful property and the staff especially Amal were all excellent and fun. Will definitely return for another visit and tell my friends
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Property was in a great location, very quiet. Walkable to town center. Everone was very friendly and helpful.
Isabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful old inn in a quiet area in walking distance of the ocean, restaurants, beautiful homes and gardens and shopping. This was our second stay there and we will return.
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice older hotel in walking distance from Victoria ferries. Great staff. Has secure storage for bikes.
Patty, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were wonderful. Great location near downtown and Beacon Hill Park.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful, older hotel in a great location. Pub and restaurant are very good. Yhe area is quiet and yet super close to the harbour. The staff is very attentive. Would definitely stay here again.

8/10 Good

it is cute and quaint. the staff are very friendly. rooms are small, but wasn't an issue for us
Ann, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Historical building, charming
Shantia, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff is great. Hotel location is perfect
Eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice room!
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It is a cute hotel in a quiet neighbourhood, just a quick walk from downtown. The room was clean and comfortable with beautiful wood furnishings. The staff are friendly and helpful. This little hotel has a lot of charm. I would happily stay here again!
Amanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We have stayed here a few times now. We love the quaint charm of the property and the area.
carrie, 7-night trip