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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(112 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 121 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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

  • Royal BC Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beacon Drive In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk

About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

Edwardian hotel with free parking, steps from Emily Carr House
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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 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 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

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 smoke detector
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. 1333 out of 1812 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1812 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1812 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1812 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1812 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food Great friendly staff Prime location walking distance to the Inner Harbour but quiet… The manager is delightful and very helpful.On top of things!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelynn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just got back from 4 glorious days and nights in Victoria staying in the James Bay Inn cottage. From the minute I checked in, I knew I had made such a great choice. With thousands of places to stay in Victoria, this was my first time choosing the James Bay Inn. Right from check-in, the friendliness of staff and high-quality of service was something that really stood out to me. I had the pleasure of interacting with a couple of front desk staff and staff in the pub and they were all so welcoming. The cottage was absolutely perfect for our stay. I loved having all of the amenities of a cute little house and the amazing proximity to downtown. We walked everywhere. The beds were super comfortable and the cottage was spotless. I honestly didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to return again soon. Well done James Bay Inn.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the cottage, we felt right at home! I would love to know, what brand are these pillows?! I wanted to take mine home as it was so comfortable 😊 Super friendly staff and a great location to downtown; will always stay here now on our weekend trips to Victoria!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hedy greeted us warmly as we arrived and he made our visit a real pleasure. JBI is located centrally which makes for easy access to all the great things in Victoria. Our room was lovely and very clean. We would stay again any time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. I would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and very clean room! Comfy bed!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Nanoose Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Male staff who checked me in was very friendly, explained details of the hotel and offered assistance with my bag.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic historic beautiful old english hotel and pub.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super fun place. Comfy. Staff are amazing. Location is perfect. I will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is historic, cozy, and warm! The staff are very welcoming, and the downstairs lounge/pub was a vibe for watching sports. Our room was small, but clean and comfortable. There’s free coffee and tea in the lobby :). Would definitely recommend for the location, friendliness and price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Squamish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were kind, courteous and inviting. Great hosts. The location is wonde full and the ambience of the historic building is enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was probably my favorite hotel of any we have stayed in, ever, and I am 80 years old and no stranger to traveling.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Green House, where I stayed, is a quirky old Victorian-era house, with old-world charm and details. It is not a cookie cutter hotel room, with beige decor and bland artwork, but is cozy and incredibly clean, and felt like a home away from home. The pub downstairs met all my dinner needs, the ocean was a short walk away, and there were plenty of coffee shops to pick from for a morning walk. Would happily stay here again. Thanks for having me!
Very quiet location, even on the weekend.
I don’t remember what this was, but it was delicious.
The ocean, just a couple blocks away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, staff were very friendly and helpful. However, the shower took a long time for the water to get warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful stay! Breakfast, pub, staff. All really great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne, Campbell River

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vintage, quiet and historic It was a nice heritage stay, with classy charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great room :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025