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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria

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Property grounds
Lobby
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Double Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(127 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(87 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Victoria

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this James Bay hotel, you'll find Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Helmcken House and Thunderbird Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tractor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria
Helms Inn offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Helms Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CAD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is 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

How close is Helms Inn to the airport?

Helms Inn is 0.5 mi (1-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Helms Inn?

As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on Mar 31, 2026 start from CA $156, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Helms Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Helms Inn.

Does Helms Inn offer free breakfast?

Helms Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Helms Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Helms Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Helms Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 10 per night.

Does Helms Inn have a pool?

Helms Inn does not have a pool.

Does Helms Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Helms Inn to downtown Victoria?

Helms Inn is 0.7 mi away from Victoria.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1059 out of 1513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1513 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms was spacious and nice and clean. Was very comfortable for 4 people.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Hanna

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Place was accessible especially roaming around downtown. Would be great if there’s more selection of tea inside , slippers , we need to ask room cleaning service, hearing noise from upst and no limited selection of apps on tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

THERESA GUTIERREZ

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and near everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is not enough parking for the spots they sell. We ended up parking in the loading zone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hirofumi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are exceptional. Comfortable room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable. The room was quiet and the temperature was comfortable. We were only there for one night but no regrets! One note is that the walls are somewhat thin - we could hear our neighbours but thankfully they were quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Early check in, lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Stockton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming atmosphere and friendly staff. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Stockton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great and the hotel was in an excellent location. Easy walking distance to the museum and harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy. Affordable great location perfect for what i wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia, Lake Cowichan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I use a walker and cane all the time, somehow on this booking i must have forgotten to ask for a groundfloor room. They had booked us on the 3rd floor and the best they could do was give me room 203 ( appreciated at the time)telling me there is a path up to the 2nd floor. (or Take the stairs) Well, i think they need to try this out themselves. With a walker you have to proceed up a pretty steep ramp (exhausting), up another smaller slope and past the reception area, you arrive at the door - there are 2 doors you have to manipulate with a walker and it is impossible if you are alone . You open the outer door and in order to open the inner door which opens outwards - which is where you are now standing with your walker in order to proceed into the building - but there is no room for your walker as you try to open the inner door. We stay there several times a year and if i book 7 months ahead the response is always the ssame that there are no ground floors available and they have 3 buildings No matter how far you book ahead, always the same response- very disappointed with their booking proceedures
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and our room was clean and updated. The kitchen had what we needed but a bigger bowl for salad or other bigger things would be nice. They have coffee made in the front lobby as well as apples available. The neighborhood is great. Close to Beacon Hill park and right by the museum. The area is wonderful to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

arlene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our forth stay and this time we were on the street side, and bottom floor. Unfortunately very noisy from tennant above and off the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lynka

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful, helpful and polite. The Cleaning staff did an impeccable job. The suite was a perfect choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025