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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property
Eco-certified Victoria hotel in James Bay with free parking
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December 2024
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Point of interest
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Point of interest

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

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

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Highlights

Garden
Terrace
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2

What's nearby

  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 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

Eco-certified hotel near Beacon Hill Park
Located close to Emily Carr House and British Columbia Parliament Building, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites provides a terrace, mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking trails, at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, JBI Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in reception, concierge services and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast and overall value
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • JBI Cafe

Family friendly

  • Mini golf
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1911
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites on 25 Nov 2024 start from AU$130.40, 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 James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites located?

Located in James Bay, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Emily Carr House and Beacon Hill Park. British Columbia Parliament Building and Royal BC Museum are also within 10 minutes.

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1010 out of 1419 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1419 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1419 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1419 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1419 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria Anna Mae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Victoria!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

lennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and awesome very beautiful place 👌 ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building with some noise from above room footsteps and boards creaking but 114 years will do that! Would come again in an instant and restaurant and pub were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
James Bay Inn made my trip from Port Angeles via ferry to Victoria B.C. absolutely amazing. The restaurant was fun and the exchange rate was greatly in our favor and although I picked it due to its unique architecture and style it was a real bargain. Initially I was disappointed not to find USB-C outlets but I then remembered JBI was opened in 1911. Charming spot for a romantic getaway. Definitely will come back the staff was great and so were the other patrons. 10 minute walk to inner harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Second time I’ve stayed here to visit family. Beautiful old inn in a charming residential neighborhood with quiet and comfortable suites walking distance to the ocean, Beacon Hill Park, and downtown. Great value, free parking, and a pub and restaurant on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were attending a conference and needed a place to stay for 2 nights. I love the homey atmosphere, antiques and excellent location. I slept well which is unusual for me in a strange place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marion, Langley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's an old building, well maintained but the old hot water heating system can't be turned down (and I like a cold room at night). The pub downstairs is nice and very friendly. It is in a quiet neighborhood within easy walk into downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always love this place.

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our third stay at the James Bay Inn. Charming historic hotel a short walk from the harbour. So convenient to walk to everything we needed in Victoria. The staff is super friendly and helpful. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and just 10 mins walk to local shops
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service , the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff- very enjoyable and fun!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with group
Arriving at the Inn we were greeted with kind and helpful staff which took good care checking us in. There was a glitch with their debit machine and it would not accept my credit card. Thankfully there were two of us and so it got sorted out. Great location close to all the things we came to do. The historic vibe was nice and the lobby area was appropriately decorated to fit the age of the building. Our room was a bit of a disappointment with a very dirty/stained carpet right inside the door. The sink was in the sleeping area which created a bit of a cramped space. The room was very hot so we needed to open windows just to be comfortable. We had no bath mat, light bulbs burned out,a lamp we could not turn off, and very hard uncomfortable beds with small pillows. Our Breakfast was okay, with a very good young fellow serving us. It was great to have help with our luggage, both arriving and leaving. It would have been really nice to have in room coffee makers. Overall we would rate the experience as average, based on pricing. 3/5 star.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

May

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the character of the building and comfortable feeling upon entering the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location. Easy walk to everything in downtown Victoria. Staff were excellent. Very friendly, polite and helpful. Great pub and restaurant downstairs. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed convenient location, friendly staff and food.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
James Bay Inn has a great, safe and walkable location. Staff and restaurant are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem, if you like character and quaintness. Very much enjoyed the ambience with the wide stairs, stained glass windows and the colourful interior. It is not a luxury hotel, but it offered everything I needed in a unique atmosphere. I think I booked the smallest room this hotel offers, so there was no fridge, but there was an ice machine, which worked for me. This hotel was spotless and also one of the most affordable places I could find within walking distance of downtown Victoria. I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a great stay (:
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Friendly and personal service, couldn’t be better!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lots of character, and a decent price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeri-Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Possibly the cleanest hotel room I've ever been in. Super friendly reception, bar and restaurant are great. Lots of parking. King size bed with 5 pillows- nice! Mini fridge in the room, no coffee maker but complementary a.m. coffee and tea in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024