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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
City centre hotel within walking distance of Royal BC Museum

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Private kitchenette
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is HK$1,453
HK$1,686 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(113 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 36 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 122 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.6 miles/26.7 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 17.2 miles/27.7 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 18.1 miles/29.2 km
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.2 miles/32.6 km
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21.7 miles/34.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 19
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs CAD 10 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn
Helms Victoria
Helms Hotel Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does Helms Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Helms Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Helms Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Helms Inn?

Yes. Self-parking costs CAD 10 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Helms Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Helms Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Helms Inn and nearby?

Helms Inn has a garden.

Does Helms Inn have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a fridge and a microwave.

What's the area around Helms Inn like?

Helms Inn is in James Bay, a short 9-minute walk from Victoria Harbour and 12 minutes' walk from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Kitchen
Bed
Kitchenette
Downtown
Bathroom
Parking
Value

What guests liked

  • On-site parking was convenient, well-lit, and reasonably priced, with many guests appreciating the ability to park and walk to nearby attractions. (22 reviews)
  • The kitchenette was fully equipped for making breakfast and snacks, making it a convenient option for guests. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location and comfortable stay.
Melanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay.
Rosamie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay. Highly recommend
Hugh, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Place was clean, staff was friendly and helpful and the room was quiet.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Within walking distance to many places of interest
linda, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Really conveniently located to explore downtown Victoria. We were pleasantly surprised at how spacious and well equipped the room was! Lots of dining options close by, easy walk to fisherman’s wharf and grocery stores. Would stay again.
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed here before great location
Susanne, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights. Very clean, quiet property. Staff was very courteous. Would definitely stay again.
Hugh, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Location was great and the room was clean and comfortable
Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely setting and good central location, nice accommodation.
Jocelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great property and so convenient to downtown and the harbour area.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was very clean and lovely.
Crystal Jocelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Helms inn is delightful. Staff super helpful, even printed out words to O Canada for us for July 1. Thank you!
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff, excellent location, quiet and cozy.
Lilian, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Francesco, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location and price! Friendly staff
Keturah, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Location we had the King suite and had everything in it for the time we were there
Jacquelynn, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fourth time staying at the Helms Inn and is always great. Friendly staff. Nice accommodations.
Kirsten, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient location, near Royal Museum and Parliament house.
ANH, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was clean and location was perfect.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, close to all the amenities of downtown on foot and easy access to highways for day trips around Victoria. Rooms are big and have all that you need.
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is close to the parliament
Cesar, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Only 2 blocks from inner harbor.
charles a, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was wonderful!
Nancy, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff was friendly. Room was quite large. Only issue is the bathroom was a little small, could have been cleaned better.
Kathy, 2-night trip