James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

3 stars
270 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2L2, Canada
Victoria, Canada
8,7
Very good
based on 2117 reviews
2 117 reviews
Tue 18/11
-
Wed 19/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 293
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 293
Standard Room
R1 398
Classic room
R1 649
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Overview

The James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is located in Victoria, Canada. The hotel is just half a mile from the Pacific Ocean and a quarter of a mile from Victoria Inner Harbor, the Royal BC Museum, and Robert Bateman Art Center. The 3-star historic hotel is less than a mile from Inner Harbor Airport and 16 miles from Victoria International Airport. It has 45 non-smoking guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk, and newspaper services.

There is a wide selection of rooms to choose from at this hotel including double rooms, queen rooms, king rooms, and family rooms. There are also connecting rooms for groups. Each of the rooms comes with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet and a television with cable channels. Family rooms come with two beds and a sofa bed. These rooms are sunny and offer a view of the gardens. Some rooms come with work desks and mini-refrigerators. All have a private bathroom with amenities.

The Art Deco Café Restaurant is located at the hotel and serves soups, salads, chowders, entrees, and desserts. It is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The hotel also has a pub that serves meals and beverages throughout most of the day. Other restaurants in the area include Heron Rock Bistro, Legislative Dining Room, James Bay Inn Pub, and Floyd’s Diner.

There are many attractions near the hotel including Emily Carr House, Terrible Truffles Fine Chocolate, and IMAX Victoria in the Royal BC Museum.

8,7
Very good rating
Based on 2 117 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

Tue 18/11
Wed 19/11
Classic room
bed type unknown
R1 649
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
R1 762
nightly with fees
1 queen bed
R1 798
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
R3 170
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
R2 093
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 362
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R2 431
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 293
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 378
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 631
nightly with fees
Traditional Room
1 king bed
R1 857
nightly with fees
1 king bed
R1 871
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
R2 162
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 double bed
R1 398
nightly with fees
1 double bed
R1 470
nightly with fees
1 double bed
R1 473
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • Access to health care professionals
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Mini-golf
  • Pool table
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Landmark view
  • Storage available
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Private entrance
  • Accessible parking

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Reviews of James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

8,7
Very good
2117 verified ratings
Wonderful
1137
Very good
512
Good
293
Okay
89
Fair
68
Mediocre
11
Poor
9

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's charming atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, and great location, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. The cleanliness and comfort of the rooms were also highlighted positively, although some guests mentioned minor issues with noise and bathroom size.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
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8.5
Very good
Bob, Aug 2018
Cons (-) The bed was terrible
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2018
Pros (+) Inside and out hotel was beautiful. Even though we were a few hours early and not able to check into our room yet they still allowed us to park in the hotel parking lot so we could go out and spend some time walking around the area and visiting the museum. The staff that I dealt with were very pleasant and courteous. There is a very nice restaurant located in the basement of the hotel and is acces...
Cons (-) It’s an older hotel so there is no elevator and no air-conditioning. I have a bad back and stairs are difficult so having to go up to the third-floor was not easy. Luckily it was cool in the evening and overnight so the lack of air conditioning turned out to be Ok. It also would have been nice if there was some kind of complementary breakfast like Continental or just a small buffet but unfortunate...
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10
Wonderful
Jeff, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Virtually everything - the place reminded me of the places my parents would take me as a kid when on holiday. Parking lot, very well kept gardens, friendly check-in with lemon water available and coffee in the morning. Comfy, old school decor and furnishings - but everything is clean and kept up - it's not at all tatty. Ice machine, vending machines, and a simple but immaculate room. I also left m...
Cons (-) My pillow could have been a bit denser!
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Location

270 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8V 2L2

What's nearby

  • Emily Carr House183 m
  • British Columbia Parliament Buildings0.5 km
  • Royal BC Museum0.5 km
  • Greater Victoria Public Library1 km
  • Royal Theatre1 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral1 km
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral1.2 km
  • BC Ferries1.4 km
  • Ogden Point1.5 km
  • Chinatown1.6 km
  • Government House2 km
  • Craigdarroch Castle2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

  • Where is James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage located?

    James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is located at 270 Government Street in James Bay, 1,4 km from the centre of Victoria. Emily Carr House is the closest landmark to James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage.

  • Does James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage offer free parking?

    Yes, James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage offers free parking.

  • How far is James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage from the airport?

    James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is 1 km from Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base. James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is 26,1 km from Victoria Intl.

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