Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Edwardian hotel near The McPherson Playhouse

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Lobby
Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed, Full Kitchen)
Exterior
Restaurant
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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642 Johnson St, Victoria, BC, V8W1M6
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Conference Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Third bed is a Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Two Double Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Family Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

King Suite with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Victoria

Downtown Victoria stay.A stay at this Downtown Victoria hotel places you steps from The McPherson Playhouse and within a 5-minute walk of Market Square. Chinatown and Fan Tan Alley are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The McPherson Playhouse - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victoria Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fatburger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Toratiki - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

3.5-star Edwardian hotel near The McPherson Playhouse
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A fitness center, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel was completed in December 2019.

This 3.5-star Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1912
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel offers 108 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (CAD 16 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (CAD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; CAD 15 to 25 for adults and CAD 15 to 25 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 50
Express check-out available

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.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 full breakfast: approximately CAD 15 to 25 for adults, and CAD 15 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 16 per day (591 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel is 0.5 mi (3-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 Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from CA $191, 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 Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel.

Does Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 15 and 25 for adults, CAD 15 and 25 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Elements Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for CAD 30 per day.

Does Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel to downtown Victoria?

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Victoria.

Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 967 out of 1489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1489 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

lucille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tayler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, great location for restaurants and walking to points of interest.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very central location and fair pricing make this a great way to visit downtown Victoria.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Excellent location downtown Victoria they have valet parking so you don’t have to worry about your car. Love this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cara-Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly - was in a great walkable location to many highlights near the harbour & uptown; main transit routes were nearby; great cafe on site
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot downtown. Staff was great !!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Rabiat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Josef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean modern room, great restaurant and most importantly: excellent staff Friendly, courteous, really make you feel welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were awesome and the hotel is walking distance to lots of shops, restaurants and the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taneal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time the hotel was great location and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very courteous and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was fantastic and staff was helpful and very friendly! Hotel and room were clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful rooms, great location, delicious restaurant and amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and very clean. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, if a little noiser than some other parts of downtown. Located near running paths, a movie theatre, lots of food and shopping options. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Sylvia at the front desk was very cheerful and helpful. Room was very clean, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very convenient, clean room and super friendly and helpful staff. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026