Strathcona Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (3471 reviews)
919 Douglas Street , Victoria , CA
+1 250-383-7137

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable bedding
Cons:
Rude staff in specific instances
Lacking beverage options in lobby

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Clean rooms mentioned positively, but some issues with staff interactions affecting overall impression.
Service
8.8
Most staff described as friendly and helpful, with a mention of one negative experience.
Location
8.64
Great location for walking to attractions, highlighted consistently in reviews.
Room Quality
8.39
Spacious and comfortable rooms, with positive details provided by guests.
Amenities
8.12
Good amenities mentioned, although some guests noted the lack of refreshment water in the lobby.
Value for Money
8.08
Generally reasonable pricing for the quality offered, but some found it pricey given their experience.
Food and Beverage
7.63
Restaurant and bar liked, but lack of certain offerings mentioned negatively.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall positive experiences with highlighted positives outweighing negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:16

Property Description

Historic Victoria Hotel with Unique Amenities
This centrally located Victoria hotel boasts on-site restaurants and rooftop sand volleyball courts. Guests can enjoy free WiFi in their rooms and easy access to Prince of Whales Whale Watching Tours.

Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary experiences at Strathcona Hotel, from the rooftop Sticky Wicket Pub and Restaurant to the lively Distrikt nightclub. Big Bad John’s dive bar and The Clubhouse offer even more choices for a memorable dining experience.

Entertainment and Recreation
Unwind in the games room with billiards, darts, and bar seating, or explore nearby attractions like the Victoria Bug Zoo and Royal Theatre. With the Victoria Inner Harbour and Royal British Columbia Museum just a short walk away, there's always something new to discover.

Book your stay at Strathcona Hotel for a truly unforgettable Victoria experience!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 19 are only allowed to check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please note, children under the ago of 16 are allowed to stay for free as long as they do not exceed the room occupancy.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 3471 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 7.63
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Patricia • couple • ca
10
A wonderful surprise
Pros:

Wonderful modern room with coffee maker etc. helpful staff. Central location. Would stay there again rather than the pricey options

Cons:

Better signage on front door. Easy to miss

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Han Qi • couple • ca
9
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Nancy • couple • ca
8
A comfortable stay in a great city.
Pros:

Location. Staff. Vibe.

Cons:

It would be nice to have a breakfast room.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann • couple • ca
9
Great choice for downtown Victoria.
Pros:

Location…walking distance to many attractions

Cons:

Slow elevator, had to go elsewhere for breakfast

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Kenzo • couple • mn
7
The location is better
Pros:

The location is great.

Cons:

none

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Bernd • solo_traveller • de
7
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Alison • family_with_children • gb
10
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Michael • solo_traveller • ca
10
Clean, comfortable, friendly
Pros:

Room was clean and comfortable as it was newly renovated. Very comfortable bed. Had a huge shower with everything we needed in the bathroom. The staff were great and very helpful. I particularly enjoyed the endless coffee in the lobby.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Mengjie • solo_traveller • cn
10
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candace • family_with_children • ca
9
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David • family_with_children • ca
8
Pros:

Charming older hotel. Clean and nicely updated. Perfect location for easy access to Royal theatre, inner harbour and eateries.

Cons:

Outdoor parking is a block away. Not a big deal unless you have a lot of luggage

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Excellent location; very nice hotel.

Cons:

We found the room to be a little bit small for a longer stay, but if someone were staying for just a couple of days, it would be fine.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
8
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Rinporn • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Check in so late after 4 pm

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Mindy • couple • us
10
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Shuna • solo_traveller • ca
10
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Candie • solo_traveller • ca
10
Great pleasant short stay in Victoria, very convenient and easy to walk around everywhere.
Pros:

They were very responsive when I let them know that I was checking in late and Jack even gave me a room upgrade! Great communication and friendly, impressive service. I love the Strathcona Hotel, the location is excellent and the rooms are nice and clean.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • family_with_children • ca
9
Pros:

Perfect location. Walking distance to everything we needed

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Singh • couple • ca
10
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lesley • family_with_children • ca
9
Pros:

Repair staff came and fixed the tv right away by replacing it with a new one.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee