Helms Inn

Hotels
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Independent
9.2 (310 reviews)
600 Douglas St, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V2P8 , Victoria , CA
1-250-385-5767

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Facilities

Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Library
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
Parking (limited spaces)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and comfortable rooms
Excellent amenities
Cons:
High fees for currency exchange
Some rooms dated or with maintenance issues
Limited natural light in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Room was clean, and comfortable; however, one review indicated conditions below average, affecting overall cleanliness sentiment.
Service
9.57
Friendly staff and very helpful front desk, highlighting positive service experience.
Location
10
Perfect location near the Parliament Buildings and Harbour, very convenient for exploring downtown.
Room Quality
8.56
Rooms are clean and comfortable but some reviews mentioned that certain rooms were dated and had maintenance issues.
Amenities
9.59
Excellent kitchen facilities and well-equipped rooms contribute positively to the amenities offered.
Value for Money
8.55
Some reviews pointed out high fees for currency exchange, impacting perceived value for money.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Reviewed well with the efficient kitchen allowing for breakfast preparation, though not extensively mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall positive experience with guests expressing a desire to return and strong recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:19

Property Description

Discover Helms Inn, your ideal getaway in the heart of Victoria, where comfort meets convenience.

Stunning Views and Relaxing Gardens
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our beautiful gardens, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet access in all 48 cozy guestrooms, each equipped with kitchenettes, refrigerators, and stovetops for your convenience.

Prime Location
Positioned just steps from Government Street and mere minutes from Victoria Harbour, you’ll find yourself surrounded by vibrant attractions, including museums, parks, and the iconic legislative buildings.

Don't miss out on an exceptional stay at Helms Inn – book your room today and experience the best of Victoria!

Important information:

  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YYJ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 310 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 9.57
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.56
Amenities: 9.59
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Gwendolen • family
10
Pros:

Everything was clean and the staff were very pleasant and helpful

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Amy
10
Pros:

Great suite room with comfy sofa bed! Wonderful location across street from Beacon Hill Park and walkable neighborhood.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Joselle • family
10
Pros:

GREAT STAFF, CONVENIENT LOCATION, CLEAN FACILITY

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Margaret
10
Pros:

Great

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Colleen
10
Pros:

Luggage storage was an added bonus

2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Leah • family
10
Pros:

Very homey and the staff are nice and easy check in. The room is very clean and it feels home!

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Darlene
10
Pros:

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.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • friends
10
Pros:

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.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Eleanor • partner
8
Pros:

Great location and clean refurbished rooms.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Stewart
10
Pros:

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.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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Ann
10
Pros:

Excellent location, very comfy and clean. The laundry was an added bonus! Felt very safe.

2025-10-01 • via Nuitee
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aspasia • partner
10
Pros:

Everything was perfect with our stay. Excellent location and very clean. Will definitely be back!

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Tanya
10
Pros:

Great rooms and lovely staff

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Myra-Jade
10
Pros:

Nice, clean and recently upgraded rooms... Comfortable and nice quality.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Dayle • partner
6
Pros:

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.

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Mark
10
Pros:

Perfect stay

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Angelica
8
Pros:

Hotel is freshly updated. Hotel staff are friendly

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Mary • partner
10
Pros:

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!

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Greg • family
10
Pros:

Kitchen facilities were excellent and well stocked with things you may need.

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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David
10
Pros:

Very helpful front desk, clean comfortable well equipped room, excellent location

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee