James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Edwardian hotel with restaurant, near Emily Carr House

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Point of interest
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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.

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
The current price is $152
includes taxes & fees
$131 per night
Apr 30 - May 1

Room options

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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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Yard
Terrace
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

Highlights

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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

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

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

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

  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.6 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 Government Street and Victoria Harbour. 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
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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
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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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Children

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

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
Restaurant
Pub
Food
Elevator
Bed
Lobby
Downtown

What guests liked

  • The on-site pub and restaurant served delicious meals with friendly and helpful staff. (47 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and good value. (33 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity for guests. (19 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere! Loved our stay
Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property

Great. We loved the quiet area.
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay in this quaint heritage building. It wa spotlessly clean and the beds were comfortable
Jane, 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

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

Such a sweet place!

I don't think I've ever stayed at a place with kinder more friendly service. It feels like home. I love the history and the simple elegance of the building. No fuss and lots of character.
Kate, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spring visit to cycle.

Spent several nights. Charming historic hotel. Clean and comfortable. The bed was a bit hard for me. Friendly staff. Restaraunt was convenienet with great food and service. Convenient location close to harbor.
Katherine, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic atmosphere, with friendly staff.
dylan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great

Really enjoyed our stay. It is an older building and the elevator was out, but we were well aware of that ahead of time. Really friendly folks and they made the stay great!
Michael, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Repeat visitor!!

Great hotel so close to everything! Walkable to water , entertainment, great food , parks and tours . Family feel community! We have multiple times at this hotel and will be going back.
Heather, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hospitality

Our first stay and it was excellent! Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. We'll be back!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice cheap hotel, close to everything
Xavier, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay in Victoria!
Maria Anna Mae, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel owner ever

Absolute best budget hotel. Friendliest owner and staff. I’d stay here again hands down. Great location- 10-15 min walk to downtown but James Bay Area is really nice. Super close to Ogden Point.
Miranda, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place

Great place.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Like the location easy access to all
Rosita, 4-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

Always have a great stay stay are amazing and the area is so peaceful and beautiful.
Bryce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the old style,very charming Really cute rooms and friendly staff
Hanne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was great Good location great staff Stayed there numerous times and always enjoyed it.
timothy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful place with a comfortable room.
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a perfect location
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Charming old time Inn. Lovely walkable area.

It was a very comfortable stay for us. The room was big and the bathroom was also big. The bed was very comfortable. Everything was clean and tidy. Loved the vintage furniture and the service was excellent! Hedy was very welcoming and we had great conversations with Anmol at reception. Staff were friendly. The hotel is very old but we loved it. The floors are not even and creak at times but didn’t bother us. We would definitely return again. Also very walkable.
No elevators here.
The front of the hotel
View from our room
Coffee, tea or lemon infused water
Bernice, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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