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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

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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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(119 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Beacon Hill Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beacon Drive In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 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 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 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. 1350 out of 1820 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1820 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1820 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1820 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1820 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hengameh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a charming gem in an excellent location with wonderful staff!! I would return in an instant:)
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very, very clean rooms. staff were so helpful, food at the pub was amazing and good prices. Looking forward to going back in the spring.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doris, Burnaby

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Travelled with family
Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Vicki

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
JBI is old and lacking the niceties of a building built in this century but it was clean and secure and a short walk from the harbor and Beacon Hill park. The bathroom is SMALL. The towels are so very threadbare and thin. Can’t control the heat in the room yourself…wished I could. The music from the pub quit at 10:00 pm tho’. Ate a lovely breakfast at the restaurant downstairs. The housecleaning staff were wonderful and the front desk Manager was pleasant and chatty. He brightened my day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The James Bay Inn is an eclectic, wonderful hotel. The staff is exceptional, and the hotel is ideally situated with easy access to downtown Victoria as well as Beacon Hill Park. Daily housekeeping, which is a luxury these days, was greatly appreciated. I recommend this hotel most highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great greeting, service, etc Heddy is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lai Ngor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staffs are very nice except a bit noisy at night cause the pub just the lower level.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dustin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cozy, small, water came out the sink and shower a brown colour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eve Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, beautiful building, wonderful inhouse restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming and helpful.our suite was as advertised. Great location. Will definately be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful host, very clean and comfortable suite with all that I needed. Walkable to downtown, very much recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the James Bay Inn. This character inn is conveniently located near the downtown in a lovely neighbourhood. The staff are friendly and always willing to help you in whatever way they can. The rooms and common areas are immaculate and have a wonderful old world feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful suite upstairs which we enjoyed for 5 days. Location to downtown is amazing, and the restaurant and pub on site serve incredible food. Highly recommend this Hotel!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The King sized bed was So comfortable- Room Clean and staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The neighborhood and location were ideal for us!! Such a quaint inn. Decor was fabulous and staff were friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John H

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but clean and comfortable. Bed was excellent and details were taken care of. This is a historical building but there are some safety issues that need attention, such as condition and lighting of entry steps.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean premises
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room. Great stay. Nice bath tub!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first stay at James Bay Inn was perfect. Friendly and welcoming staff. Love the heritage of the property. We walked to the harbour both day and night and loved it. Very easy parking and driving location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025