Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Charming atmosphere
Cons:
Older property needs renovations
Small room accommodations

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Generally positive feedback on cleanliness, but some concerns due to dated conditions.
Service
9.2
Staff were described as very friendly and helpful, contributing significantly to positive experiences.
Location
9.2
Ideal location in James Bay, close to central Victoria and the waterfront.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms have charm but some mentioned small sizes and need for updates.
Amenities
8.2
Basic amenities mentioned; overall satisfactory but could use more variety.
Value for Money
8.7
Surprisingly good value given the location and atmosphere.
Food and Beverage
8.7
On-site restaurant and pub received positive comments.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall enjoyable stay with specific highlights in service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 12:16

Property Description

Prime Location Near the Pacific Ocean

Charming Accommodations with Modern Amenities
Indulge in the comfort of brightly decorated rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a cozy desk. Upgrade to select rooms with a kitchen, balcony, and serene garden views for a truly relaxing stay.

Dining and Entertainment Options On-Site
Savor delicious meals at the JBI Restaurant in a stylish Art Deco ambiance or enjoy a lively evening at the JBI Pub with pool, darts, and keno.

Convenient Services and Nearby Attractions
Benefit from fax/photocopying services, free parking, and luggage storage. Explore nearby attractions like the Royal BC Museum, Victoria Inner Harbour, and Beacon Hill Park just minutes away.

Book now for a delightful stay at James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Please note, children under 12 years old can stay at the property for free, but cannot exceed the occupancy of this room.

Please note, there is no elevator at this property.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.
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

8.7
Based on 2295 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Sydney • solo_traveller • us
9
The James Bay Inn is a lovely property in a fantastic location with a friendly staff for a great value. I’d definitely
Pros:

Lovely, quirky old mansion that puts you in mind of a more gracious time. The staff is friendly and helpful. There are hot beverages in the lobby in the morning, and there’s an on-site pub serving 3 meals a day. My deluxe king room was very spacious with a humongous TV, lots of pillows, extra blankets, and plenty of storage. I loved the location one block off of beautiful Beacon Hill Park and walking distance to restaurants, groceries, shopping, the harbor/downtown, and even a short walk from an Urgent Care clinic.

Cons:

The mattress was just a little too firm for my old bones.

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • couple • ca
10
2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Hui • couple • ca
10
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Marie-Hélène • couple • ca
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Daniele • extended_group • fr
9
Pros:

Calme, propre, proche du centre-ville.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Aline • family_with_children • be
9
Pros:

Super emplacement
Employés hyper sympathiques et adorables

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • it
9
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Silvia • family_with_children • it
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • pt
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Markus • extended_group • de
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • au
7
Location is great
Pros:

In a leafy section of Victoria, just a ten minute walk from the Royal BC Museum, Parliament and the harbourfront. Horse-drawn carriages clopped by afternoon and evening, and there was a large male deer walking down the street with us as we walked home from dinner one night.

Cons:

The noise from pub customers who gathered on the street on Friday night went on until midnight. Hotel staff had to go out and ask them to be quiet.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Alfred • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Uitstraling, hygiëne en comfort

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Maike • family_with_children • ca
7
Charming, friendly and convenient but lacks some facility upgrades
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff. Old but charming building within easy walking distance of downtown and beacon hill park.

Cons:

Old building so heating control was very limited. My room was uncomfortably warm and I had to keep the windows open all night which made traffic and siren noises louder.
No elevator so make sure you can carry your luggage up a few flight of stairs.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Frauke • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

We had an excellent stay, the staff was amazing and the room was very comfortable, spacious, clean and quiet. They also offer free parking at the hotel. We had breakfast at the diner and it was exactly what we were looking for. Downtown Victoria is in walking distance, and I can 100% recommend staying at James Bay Inn!

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Great restaurant and pub

Cons:

We picked a room which was very small. Will do better next time

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • fr
10
Très bel hôtel pour profiter de Victoria
Pros:

Hôtel aux allures victoriennes. Très propre et cosy. Idéalement placé pour découvrir Victoria. Personnel aux petits soins . Parking sur place.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lillian • solo_traveller • ca
8
Pros:

The staff were exceptional - friendly, thoughtful and efficient. A special shout out to Janice on the front desk! The location was perfect.

Cons:

The room was a little small but it was very clean and had the basics.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Hank Arjen • extended_group • nl
10
Pros:

Zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam! De ligging is top!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Craig • extended_group • ca
9
Highly recommend the cottage.
Pros:

Our cottage was spacious and comfortable for four people, though had just one bathroom. Walking distance to many places of interest, including Beacon Hill Park. Neighborhood is very quiet.

Cons:

The toilet was a bit small and low for us. A larger, taller one would be an improvement.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee