Helms Inn

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(125 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(83 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 9-minute walk to Victoria Harbour
Self parking, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a computer station and a library are on-site.
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the shopping around Helms Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Victoria Harbour. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus laundry facilities and a library.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include newspapers, a front desk safe and a computer
  • Guests have really good things to say about the accommodation, from the cleanliness and comfy beds to the spaciousness and overall comfort
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
Helms Inn offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Helms Inn also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victoria hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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.
  • 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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: CAD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
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.

Property is also known as

Helms Inn
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Victoria
Helm`s Hotel Victoria
Helms Hotel Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel Victoria

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1044 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1500 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joselle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT STAFF, CONVENIENT LOCATION, CLEAN FACILITY
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen, Hammonds Plains

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Luggage storage was an added bonus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homey and the staff are nice and easy check in. The room is very clean and it feels home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really large room with a kitchenette. The beds were comfortable and the place was spotless! The big plus was it’s literally across the street from the Beacon Hill Park! We had such a great time walking through that beautiful park. We will definitely stay at the Helm’s Inn again when we’re in Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful. The kitchen unit was great even though we didn’t use the kitchen anyway that will be what I gotta say is great if you have a few people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very comfy and clean. The laundry was an added bonus! Felt very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay in the heart of Victoria. The suite was well equipped and we really enjoyed having the bed in a separate room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eleanor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean refurbished rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darcy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

aspasia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect with our stay. Excellent location and very clean. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra-Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean and recently upgraded rooms... Comfortable and nice quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecs

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is freshly updated. Hotel staff are friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dayle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room we were assigned was very dark, with minimal natural light. The condition of the bathroom was below average, and lots of items had been repaired not very well. Room was clean, and comfortable. Upstairs guests could be heard when moving around and when using taps or WC. Fee we had to pay for settling our account in a different currency was ridiculous, and to add insult they charged an additional 5% on top again,and amounted to over $180.00 extra. Be aware.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Kalispell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, newmarket

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So, we found this to be a great hotel!! We booked the one bedroom suite with two queen beds. The beds were soooo comfortable!! The suite also had a pull out bed / couch which we did not use. I loved the efficiency kitchen as it made it very easy to have breakfast and coffee before heading out for the day. I was, however, surprised to learn that there was no elevator in the building we were in, which was fine for every day use, but when you have 4 pieces of luggage to carry up to the third floor, not so great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen facilities were excellent and well stocked with things you may need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025