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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Lobby
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette
Front of property

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Royal BC Museum
    โ€ช1 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Victoria Harbour
    โ€ช7 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    โ€ช8 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    โ€ช34 min driveโ€ฌ

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

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

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Double Room

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Victoria

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this James Bay hotel, you'll find Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Thunderbird Park - Royal BC Museum and Beacon Hill Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 2 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

  • โ€ชMilestones - โ€ฌ8 min walk
  • โ€ชQ Restaurant at the Empress - โ€ฌ6 min walk
  • โ€ชTea at the Empress - โ€ฌ6 min walk
  • โ€ชStarbucks - โ€ฌ7 min walk
  • โ€ชSticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - โ€ฌ7 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.

Languages

English

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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 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

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

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 976 out of 1424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1424 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
The proximity to the waterfront was very good. An easy walk. Right beside the royal museum. Restaurants very nearby. The suite was very nice and the bed very comfortable. Will come again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

8/10 Good

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was lovely! Our suite was big, clean and
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, friendly staff, spacious rooms with small kitchen and quiet location! Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olesya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had everything we needed and more for the comfortable stay and the staff was very friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sowon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are nicely renovated inside. Bonus ramp to get to the second floor from outside to allow us to bring our bikes in to keep them safe at night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nakca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and lodging were very thoughtful and accommodating. They went above and beyond. Youโ€™re lucky if you get to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soloman

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig, Whitby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub across the street. Room 303 was perfect great view of mountains and beach. Awesome stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail, Edmonton

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis Jim, Yellowknife

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location everything is walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
So close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking availability was not great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful, well located place to stay. We had a suiteโ€”a bit small but fully functional for our 10 days.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

Best place to stay downtown

Excellent customer service and clean room as always!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed the room. Clean and comfortable. Great location. Could walk to downtown, the museum, parliament buildings, Beacon Hill Park and the coastal walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025