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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Popular LocationRoyal BC Museum4 min walk
  • Popular LocationVictoria Harbour9 min walk
  • Popular LocationVictoria Clipper Ferry Terminal12 min walk
  • AirportVictoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)32 min drive

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.9/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Victoria

City center stay.At this James Bay hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Government Street and Royal BC Museum, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Victoria Harbour is within half a mile (1 km) and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Willowstream Spa at the Empress - 6 min walk
  • Milestones - 8 min walk
  • Browns Socialhouse - 6 min walk
  • Q Restaurant at the Empress - 6 min walk
  • Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - 7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria
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 a 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.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

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 available
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

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.

Property payment types

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

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Helms Inn to the airport?

Helms Inn is 0.5 mi (1-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Helms Inn?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on May 27, 2024 start from $139.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Helms Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Helms Inn.

Does Helms Inn offer free breakfast?

Helms Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Helms Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Helms Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Helms Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 10 per night.

Does Helms Inn have a pool?

Helms Inn does not have a pool.

Does Helms Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Helms Inn to downtown Victoria?

Helms Inn is 0.7 mi away from Victoria.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 788 out of 1201 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1201 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1201 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1201 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1201 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet room #304. Even though it is on a fairly busy street, this suite is quite soundproof. It's also spacious, and newly refurbished. We enjoyed looking out on the trees. We were happy to leave our car parked and walk to Beacon Hill Park kitty corner across the street, and to the Parliament Building and harbour. We enjoyed several good meals at the James Bay Inn restaurant, a few blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s “quaint” - old, old-fashioned, in an old neighborhood and housing lots of old people (and next door to a seniors’ housing unit!). Staff are great, parking well-lit (lots of signs/warnings about theft risk), room was spacious (had a full kitchen!), bed comfortable and proximity to lots of shops and the harbor. On the downside, traffic noise was a nuisance, climbing stairs (no elevator) sucks when you have a bum knee, and the carpets were looking quite B-grade.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will stay here again.
We have stayed here before and the staff are amazing! The room was very comfortable and clean. The location is right downtown next to the museum.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Kanwarbir, Scarborough

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness was poor. Dirty tables in the suite. The towels were for 2 people in a room booked for 3. The furniture in the room is bad, the sofa fabric is so bad, that it itches. Had a bad experience this time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and welcoming staff. Great property. Second time and loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was walking distance to the harbour and downtown attractions. Nice little suite with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Vancouver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well located, well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024