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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

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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, 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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

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

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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
  • 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 | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

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
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and concierge services.
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers 40 accommodations 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.

Guests can surf the web using 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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Emily Carr House. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes mini golf and hiking/biking trails
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • Steps from Emily Carr House and 3 minutes on foot from Beacon Hill Park
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Edwardian Victoria hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10.00 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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. 1322 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 402 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1803 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here multiple times and I’ve never had any issues. Staff is very friendly and very accommodating. The hotel is located very close to the downtown core and the Beacon Hill Park, which makes it a very desirable location. I would highly recommend this location and stay here whenever I go to Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, super clean room and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the fact that this place was completely unapologetic about being a throwback to an earlier time, keeping its historical feel without being kitschy. All the things that were important were done well without trying equal or outdo most modern hotels that feel they were made with a cookie-cutter. It also has a great little (and very busy!) restaurant downstairs and a small bar. It is clearly appreciated by its traveling clientele but also appears to be a local favorite, and all the employees seemed like a family, appreciating their good fortune to work at a place with such good vibes and character.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kiernan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and staff were super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica, Abbotsford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and room. The staff are very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendy and efficient staff, clean room. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, very clean, warm & cheerful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was coffee and tea.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was excelent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What’s not to love about the JB Inn? Our second time in the wonderful cottage. The staff are friendly and helpful. They seem to enjoy working there. The James Bay neighbourhood is peaceful and historic. The Emily Carr house is just half a block away. The ducks and peacocks in Beacon Hill Park are a 5 minute walk away. We’ll be back sooner than later.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room at an affordable rate. Easily walkable to downtown Victoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine MARIE St.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at James Bay Inn. We, a middle aged recently retired couple, enjoyed our first stay so much that we returned to this lovely well cared for historic property in downtown Victoria! We greatly appreciated the staff, especially the front desk, the free parking, the convenient location and the friendly pub. As well, we had several meals at the on site restaurant and found the food to be very good and the service great. Thank you to Skye, Alex, (breakfast) and Lauren (dinner). Our room, this time, was on the main floor. It was clean, fairly quiet, and had a very comfortable bed and a large bathroom, although it lacked the view that we enjoyed during our first stay upper floor room. We plan to return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another wonderful stay at the JBI. The hotel and pub staff really make you feel at home .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms, very close to everything downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025