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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property

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A building with a sign for 'James Bay Inn' and a 'Lobby' sign.
Exterior detail
A bar with a circular layout, wooden chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A modern restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a seating section with cushioned benches.
Point of interest

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $219
$189 nightly
$219 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19

Explore the area

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270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a red floral bedspread, a dark wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps with textured lampshades.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a mirror, a dresser, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a mirror.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

A neatly made bed with white and red bedding, a wooden headboard, and a framed painting above.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a door, and a mirror on the wall.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1302 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

A neatly made bed with white linens and two pillows, flanked by wooden nightstands with lamps. A framed landscape painting hangs above the bed.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by windows with blinds.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a microwave, oven, toaster, and refrigerator.

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 1100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand with a clock, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a cabinet.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Victoria

With a stay at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites in Victoria (James Bay), you'll be steps from Emily Carr House and 3 minutes by foot from Beacon Hill Park. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from British Columbia Parliament Building and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Royal BC Museum.

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Beacon Hill Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal BC Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beacon Drive In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Milestones - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Browns Socialhouse Victoria Falls - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk

About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers 40 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 40 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this Edwardian hotel include concierge services and a vending machine.
Satisfy your appetite at JBI Cafe, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
JBI Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

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 elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1911
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1390 out of 1874 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 398 out of 1874 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1874 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1874 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1874 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent breakfast and price with great ambiance and friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable and the staff were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and a hotel filled with old world character
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the James Bay Inn. Staff was accommodating, welcoming and thoughtful. Beds were comfortable, location was fantastic and breakfast at the restaurant was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and very clean rooms and the staff were great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great place to stay. Would do it again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and super friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DARWIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and the character of the Inn. Thanks for making our short visit to Victoria a memorable one
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff - made the stay wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was superb-helpful and cheerful; the room was lovely-just as shown on-line; the location was perfect-close enough to everything so we could walk. We enjoyed the restaurant for breakfast and dinner-delicious food either terrific service. We look forward to a return stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room- nice restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! It's conveniently located, charming and has excellent staff. Oh yeah, and the rates are quite reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really nice stay in Victoria. James Bay Inn is an older boutique hotel in a great neighborhood. Bed was super comfy and room was huge. Staff were super friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great boutique type hotel. Very clean, great staff , restaurant was a great breakfast option and a pub on site for that evening drink if you like. Great location to the harbour. Would recommend if you are looking for good value away from the larger hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is ideally situated to walk downtown or to the harbour. Restaurant was excellent, had breakfast and dinner there. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of three had a wonderful experience at James Bay Inn. The staffs are super friendly and even let us check in early when the room was available. Definitely will come back for aother stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, lobby quaint and cozy, stafff very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service loved our place it was special. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our accommodation was wonderful and the staff were very helpful. The location was perfect, James Bay was a great surprise. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place! Loved the coming areas,
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again! It’s cute, comfortable, and in the perfect location—in a quiet neighborhood right next to the park, out of the bustle but only a few minutes’ walk from all the main attractions. It’s right between downtown and the beach, surrounded by old houses and beautiful gardens. If you’re looking for a reliable and convenient base while you explore Victoria, this is the spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely older hotel - well loved and maintained with lots of character. Staff were wonderful. Room was smallish, and the floor sloped but the bed was so comfortable and the mini fridge was great to have. Walking distance to downtown, the beach and Beacon Hill Park. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean quaint and quirky. It felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service all around was very good with Roy at the front desk being exceptional. Good value and great food for breakfast in the restaurant. The hotel is within walking distance to the inner harbour and Parliament buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Lovely clean room and helpful staff. I loved the iced lemon water available all day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026