Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Government Street

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Lobby
Courtyard
Front of property
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel near Victoria Harbour
Located close to Royal BC Museum and Government Street, Helms Inn provides a garden, a library and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, newspapers in the reception and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Helms Inn boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is Helms Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Helms Inn?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on 12 Mar 2025 start from AU$217.74, including 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.

How much is parking at Helms Inn?

Self-parking is available for CAD 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

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 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Helms Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Helms Inn located?

Located in James Bay, this hotel is steps away from Helmcken House and Government Street. Victoria Harbour and Royal BC Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 936 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1383 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Always a treat to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great location, clean rooms, good value
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Great stay! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Great place! Would have been nice if there was a hot tub / sauna
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla

This property is walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the museum
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

carmel

Excellent location. Friendly and efficient staff. Super comfortable and quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

This hotel continues to be our family favourite in Victoria… the quality of accommodations, walk-friendly location, and superlative value continue to top all other options, by our calculations.

8/10 Good

Tracey

Fabulous location at a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ligaya

Appreciate the warm hospitality of the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

XIUHONG

Many stays here, like it a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

The best value in Victoria… large and modern rooms in an ideal location. Have stayed here for years and hope to continue that tradition.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Always live it here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Great location in the heart of Victoria
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Robert

Was a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nandranie

This place was definitely home away from home , very clean, friendly staff, very helpful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YIFEI

Budget inn with convenient transportation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

It was right downtown and close to sites. Also convenient to restaurants and shopping!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Right next to Beacon Hill Park, the Royal BC Museum, and very close to downtown and great restaurants. Extremely pleasant staff, nice rooms and lobby and clean (I was a hotel maid once myself, so I notice). Excellent prices for the quality of the rooms. I’ve recommended it to several friends already.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Good value.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

I liked very much
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Stayed a few times and never disappointed with service, room, parking, cleanliness etc. Great location walking to downtown or Beacon Hill. Spacious and updated rooms and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Our go to place. Always comfortable and clean. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Loved it all except parking -exceptionally tight spots!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Very good value for location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024