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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Edwardian hotel near Emily Carr House

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Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen
Point of interest
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2
  • Royal BC Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Victoria

James Bay stay.A stay at this James Bay hotel places you steps from Emily Carr House and within a 5-minute walk of Beacon Hill Park. British Columbia Parliament Building and Royal BC Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

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 Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 34 min drive

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

3-star Edwardian hotel near Emily Carr House
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Edwardian Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1911
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers 40 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini golf
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10.00 to 30 per person

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The James Bay Hotel
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James Bay & Suites Victoria
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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1182 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1628 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erica E, LAKE STEVENS

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my third stay this year. We have rented a 2 queen room, king corner room, and the cottage. All have been great. We love the eclectic vibe. Front desk team is great. Enjoy the Pub
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA, KEMPTVILLE

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tresa, Manhattan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great - very accomodating and a real pleasure to talk with!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A quirky historic hotel. Great location, delightfully clashing decor, and the friendliest hotel staff you can imagine. The walls are thin and the bed was a bit hard, but I will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis, West Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic area in keeping with the old Victoria british image. Parking was a bit hairy, but manageable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great space - I like the old charm and the Art work. Quiet and staff was great. Thanks Ken
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel was very lovely and accommodating, they really made our one day stay! I would visit here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice property

Great. We loved the quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond what was expected. Very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leckie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a real gem. Clean, conveniently located and full of character. Excellent value overall. I highly reccomend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a quaint hotel property, and my room was fantastic with lots of windows and natural light. Also, breakfast in the restaurant (not included) was amazing! The James Bay area is wonderful and very walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t beat the location, and free parking to boot. Quaint Victorian inn with pub and restaurant, easy walk to downtown shopping, Royal BC Museum, and Beacon Hill Park. Only issue is, because of it’s age, floors are very creaky and if you have a guest in a suite above you, you will likely hear them walking around - hopefully not too early or late!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value and great location. Only minded that there was no in room hot water for tea making at the end of my long days.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our eyes are not as good as they used to be. A larger TV in our room (303) would have made our stay better.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great location and affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025