Hotels in James Bay, Victoria
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"expensive but worth the cost, great view of the harbour, small but comfortable room, comfortable bed "
A Traveller, Sep 2016, CA
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"Very accommodating with both an early check in and and a late check out, The chambermaid was very through and very cooperative to our every need. The concierge (John) was terrific . He was able to shuttle us to the downtown area on a moments notice. Will definitely return if/when we visit again."
C, Sep 2016, CA
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"We stayed in a waterfront studio suite on the 4th floor. The room was well appointed, very comfortable and the view was to die for, magnificent sunset.... take your camera. "
K, Aug 2016, US
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"Very comfortable, close to everything. Hotel not usually in need of air conditioner and swimming pool, except in hot weather. My week stay was very warm. If able to do without these two things, then this is your second home. We will come back as soon as possilbe. Horse carriages even pick up gu..."
A Traveller, Sep 2016, US
88 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"This hotel is wonderful to stay at while in Victoria. Walking distance to everything in the Inner Harbour area, bus depot, and only 1.5 blocks to the Clipper Ferry service to Seattle. I stayed in 2 different rooms, and each was a suite. Very spacious, comfortable and the furniture was all in..."
A Traveller, Sep 2016, US
66 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"Lovely hotel, lots of great dining options in the area."
A Traveller, Sep 2016, US
40 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"Enjoyed our stay, room was great and roomy. Quiet area."
A Traveller, Sep 2016, CA
37 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"Pretty quiet neighborhood two blocks from the harbor and two blocks from the beach. Old hotel but room was clean, comfortable and nicely appointed."
A Traveller, Sep 2016, US
33 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"The room was dusty when we entered it, staff was excellent"
A Traveller, Sep 2016, US
33 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
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"We stayed Just one night but the hotel is very good located. Close to everything and just two minutes from the carferry to Port Angeles. The room was clean and there is a full kitchen. You have free parking and free Internet included. Breakfast was also very good. I would recommend this hotel to..."
S, Sep 2016, US
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Landmarks
- Butchart Gardens
- University of Victoria
- Victoria Bug Zoo
- Government Street
- Royal Jubilee Hospital
- British Columbia Parliament Building
- Royal BC Museum
- Royal Athletic Park
- Bear Mountain Golf and Country Club
- Cordova Bay Golf Course
- Bear Mountain Golf Club
- Abkhazi Garden
- Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
- MayFair Shopping Centre
- Langford Lanes
- Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
- Esquimalt Lagoon Migratory Bird Sanctuary
- Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
- Camosun College - Interurban Campus
- Royal Roads University
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Hotels in James Bay
There is a variety of hotels in James Bay, mostly located in the north and northwest areas of the neighborhood. Although mostly covering the mid segment of the market, there is a good selection of luxury hotels in James Bay, including the elegant Hotel Grand Pacific, with two restaurants, indoor swimming pool, spa, and gym. Right beside the harbor, the spacious rooms and the professional staff will help make your trip special. Meanwhile, the 4-star Oswego Hotel has a beautiful, modern décor, as well as excellent facilities, including a full service spa, all in a quiet but central area.
Things to see in James Bay
This very central neighborhood of Victoria offers a staggering number of things for visitors to see. First, head to Fisherman’s Wharf where you can see floating homes, and grab some fresh seafood or tasty ice creams. After that, get a feel for the neighborhood by taking a tour in a horse-drawn carriage. It may not be the quickest way round town, but it’s definitely the most stylish. Next, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings are a sight to behold in James Bay. These impressive buildings in this historic neighborhood are just across the road from the Royal British Columbia Museum, where natural and human history exhibitions combine to create a fascinating day out. Straddling the border between James Bay and the adjacent Fairfield neighborhood, Beacon Hill Park is a good spot for a peaceful stroll and a picnic during a rest between seeing the sights.
Good for all types of travelers
With such a variety of things to see and do in James Bay, the neighborhood is a great place to visit for everyone. Offering cultural activities in the museums, artwork at the home of Canadian artist Emily Carr, and sporting activities and whale watching in the harbor, James Bay really does have a little something for everybody to enjoy, whether you’re traveling alone, or with friends, family, or your partner. Travel in James Bay is easily accessible with or without your own vehicle, and discount hotels are available.
How to get to James Bay
Visitors can travel to Victoria International Airport from across Canada and various cities in the United States. Layovers in Toronto and other North American cities are available for visitors from further afield. Travelers can take buses from the airport to James Bay: take service 83 or 88 to the McTavish Interchange, then change to service 72 to James Bay. Various taxi companies also operate services between the airport and the neighborhood. Travel in James Bay itself is simple: the area is compact and easily walked while public buses are available for longer distances.
