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Just 1 km from the Pacific Ocean, this Victoria heritage hotel boasts an on-site restaurant and a pub. Free Wi-Fi and a cable TV are featured in every guest room. Free parking is available. A desk and an alarm clock are provided in each brightly decorated room at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage. Select rooms include a kitchen, a balcony and garden views. JBI Restaurant at the James Bay Hotel offers all day casual dining options in an Art Deco setting. For pool, darts and keno, guests can visit the on-site JBI Pub. Fax and photocopying services are available at this hotel. Free luggage storage is offered. Wood furnishings feature throughout this hotel including a handmade grand staircase. Royal BC Museum, Victoria Inner Harbour and Robert Bateman Art Centre are 500 metres from this hotel. Beacon Hill Park and the Children's Farm and Petting Zoo are both 5 minutes’ walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Victoria, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Sustainability certification

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Victoria
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Clancy
    Canada Canada
    Love the James Bay Inn. Beautiful old building. The location is great. Most important, staff are excellent; cheerful and helpful.
  • Shauna
    Canada Canada
    location was excellent - walking distance to the park and sea wall, restaurant was excellent, staff v friendly. coffee in the morning in the lobby. free parking. room very clear although a bit cool but got an extra blanket..
  • Rick
    Canada Canada
    Excellent location, close to everything, wonderful pub/restaurant on the property.
  • Mattia
    Italy Italy
    The availability of the pub just downstairs. The location is good and the room was cozy. The staff is friendly
  • Shaaarkattack
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent facilities, great location, overall perfect for our stay
  • John
    Canada Canada
    From accommodating the wee bit early check-in to the warm lobby welcome, to the classic charm of the building itself, you could tell these people are very proud of their hotel...
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Convenient location within easy walking distance of the harbour and town. Very good, reasonably priced food in the restaurant.
  • Leanne
    Australia Australia
    My husband and I really enjoyed staying at this hotel. It had charm, an old world appeal but was impeccably clean and well maintained. Perfect for Victoria! The rooms were on the small size but were very quiet. I liked that although the rooms were...
  • Nicole
    Australia Australia
    Comfortable, clean and nice size for 2 couples travelling. Lovely location and central to most attractions. Highly recommend
  • Brodie
    Canada Canada
    Best Eggs Benedict in Victoria hands down in the Restaurant pub which is NOT part of the hotel. They have a French chef and the Hollandaise was excellent. Hotel staff were hilarious. Room was great, as was the bathroom. Bed was comfortable

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Art-Deco Cafe Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
  • JBI Pub
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Facilities of James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules
James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Please note, children under 12 years old can stay at the property for free, but cannot exceed the occupancy of this room.

Please note, there is no lift at this property.

FAQs about James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

  • Room options at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Holiday Home
  • Check-in at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage is 0.9 miles from the centre of Victoria. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Diving
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Windsurfing
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour
  • The nearest beach is just 800 yards from James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage has 2 restaurants:

    • Art-Deco Cafe Restaurant
    • JBI Pub