Cons (-) The bed was terrible
3 stars
James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage
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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.
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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
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Dustbins
- Conditioner
Kitchen
- Wine glasses
- Electric kettle
- Oven
- Microwave
- Kitchenware
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
- Dining area
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
Things to do
- Hiking
- Eco tourism
- Beach access
- Bicycle hire
- Board games/puzzles
- Cycling
- Darts
- Scuba diving
- Diving
- Mini-golf
- Pool table
- Windsurfing
General
- Family rooms
- Fireplace
- Seating area
- Garden view
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Sofa
- Soundproofing
- Landmark view
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Storage available
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)
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Coffee shop
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Shower
- Bathtub
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
- DVD player
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Bedroom
- Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
- Alarm clock
- Sofa bed
- Wardrobe or closet
Parking and transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
Accessibility and suitability
- No smoking
- Private entrance
Laundry
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
- Desk
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Kids meals
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
Reviews of James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage
8.6
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291
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84
Fair
62
Mediocre
10
Poor
7
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests frequently praised the hotel's excellent location, situated conveniently near downtown attractions and in a quaint, historic area. The service was highlighted as exceptional, with many noting the friendly and helpful staff. Cleanliness was another strong point, with many guests appreciating the tidy and well-maintained environment. However, some issues were noted, including discomfort with the bed quality and the size of certain rooms being quite small for their expectations.AI-generated from customer reviews
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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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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
- British Columbia Parliament Buildings0.5 km
- Royal BC Museum0.5 km
- Beacon Hill Park0.5 km
- Miniature World0.8 km
- The Maritime Museum of British Columbia0.8 km
- Victoria Bug Zoo0.9 km
- Victoria Harbour1 km
- Fisherman's Wharf Park1.2 km
- Market Square1.4 km
- Craigdarroch Castle2 km
- Abkhazi Garden3.2 km
- Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Park6 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage
Low season | July |
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High season | July |
Average price (weeknight) | $258 |
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Value for money | 8.7 |
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Distance to city centre | 1.4 km |
Nearest airport | Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base |
Distance to airport | 1.0 km |