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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

Star Rating
3 out of 5
From CA $119 per night (Aug 11 - Aug 12)

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Guest reviews

4.3/5 Excellent
997 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.5/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking included
Restaurant
Breakfast Available
Business Services
Bar

Cleaning and safety practices

Cleaned with disinfectant
Hand sanitizer provided
Social distancing

Map

270 Government Street, Victoria, BC

Explore the area

Popular LocationBritish Columbia Parliament Building7 min walk
Popular LocationBeacon Hill Park9 min walk
Popular LocationRoyal BC Museum10 min walk
AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)34 min drive

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  • Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 160 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStandard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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    4.7/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 360 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsTraditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 200 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStandard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Studio, 1 Queen Bed

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    4.7/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 325 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStudio, 1 Queen Bed

  • Suite, 1 Bedroom

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 527 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
    More detailsSuite, 1 Bedroom

  • Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

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    4.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 300 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsTraditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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    4.8/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 275 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsClassic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 1302 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsCottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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    4.9/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 325 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsClassic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 325 sq ft
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStudio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

  • Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

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    Room amenities

    • 603 sq ft
    • Sleeps 3
    More detailsSuite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

  • Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

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    Room amenities

    • 1100 sq ft
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsPremium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

The price per-night is based on the lowest price found within the past 24 hours for the next 30 nights. All prices exclude taxes and fees and are based on a 1-night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

About this area

Victoria

Located in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Holland Point Park and Beacon Hill Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and skydiving nearby. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk
  • Beacon Hill Park - 9 min walk
  • Holland Point Park - 10 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 10 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • JBI Cafe — 1 min walk
  • Bent Mast Pub and Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Beacon Drive In - 7 min walk
  • The Old Spaghetti Factory - 10 min walk
  • Harbour House Restaurant - 12 min walk

About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

Eco-friendly Victoria hotel in James Bay, walk to Royal BC Museum
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/café. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms are individually decorated and offer free WiFi and free newspapers. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests will also find premium bedding and free local calls.
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers 40 forms of accommodation with free newspapers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Victoria hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self parking
  • 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–11:30 AM: CAD 12.00-14.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • No lifts
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
  • Handrails in stairwells

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in between 3:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
24-hour airport shuttle service is available on request
Fees may apply; contact the property in advance to get details

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: between CAD 12.00 and CAD 14.00 per person (approximately)
  • Airport shuttle fee: CAD 23 per person (one-way)

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place
Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays
Social distancing measures are in place and guests are provided with hand sanitiser
Contactless check-out is available
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'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

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites and receive a full refund?
Yes, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Is James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at this hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at this hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
What time is check-out at this property?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. A fee of CAD 23 per person, one-way, applies.
Where is this property located?
Located in James Bay, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Government Street, British Columbia Parliament Building and Beacon Hill Park. Holland Point Park and Royal BC Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Guest reviews

Overall score and ratings for James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

4.3
Excellent
997 reviews
5 - Excellent
443
4 - Good
420
3 - Okay
105
2 - Mediocre
26
1 - Poor
3
4.5
Cleanliness
4.5
Service and Staff
4.1
Amenities
4.1
Property condition

5/5 Excellent

Mart, north Vancouver
Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Aug 9, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very quaint, nice, lovely and great staff! The ambiance really helped elevate the visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

Peter, Abbotsford
Travelled with family and small children
Aug 8, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful old hotel in the James Bay Area staff are very friendly and welcoming. Food is great

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

Sara, Calgary
Travelled with family
Aug 8, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The yellow cottage was spacious & convenient. The JBI pub in the main building was cozy and staff are very friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

Brenda, Calgary Alberta
Aug 7, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was built in the early 1900’s and so it has a lot of charm and character which makes it a very unique experience! The staff are amazing ... so you feel like family when you are there !!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
Aug 4, 2020
  • Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff and clean place, close to downtown and parks

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

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