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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
City centre hotel within easy reach of Victoria Harbour

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Government Street and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 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 S$187
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 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 Government Street and Victoria Harbour. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Fisherman's Wharf are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

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
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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
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

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable bedding, helpful and attentive staff, clean and functional room. Great location. We had a really enjoyable stay. I would definitely stay there again.
Mary Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay downtown
Excellent customer service and clean room as always!
Renee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed the room. Clean and comfortable. Great location. Could walk to downtown, the museum, parliament buildings, Beacon Hill Park and the coastal walk.
Terry, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Centrally located. Friendly staff and smooth check in. Room was spacious and ideal for short term stay.
Jennifer S, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great stay
Matthew Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was definitely home away from home , very clean, friendly staff, very helpful!!!
Nandranie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good value for location
Jason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well appointed - good location - very good value.
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. The bed was so comfortable, no street noise, it was perfect. We will stay here again.
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything I needed. Close to everything, transit , restaurants, stores. Very clean.
Nicole, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, easy walk to so many areas.clean and comfortable. Great to have a kitchen with stove and refrigerator. Will definitely stay here again.
Elisa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed this place for the third time whenever we visited Victoria. Good location, walking distance to downtown, very clean room.
San San, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We always stay here. Amazing location, great rooms, nice staff, and very reasonable prices!
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to relax
Alexei, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good value, comfort, location. Will definitely stay here again. Kitchenette was very well equipped. Beds are comfortable.
Karen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Have stayed a few times at Helms Inn, find it comfortable, clean and in close proximity to Victoria Harbour.
Nadine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Grreat place for a stay in downtown Victoria.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short But Wonderful Stay
The accommodations were lovely - our suite had a bedroom, great sitting area as well as a well equipped kitchen area. It was incredible clean and quite pretty. The location is excellent in downtown Victoria but tucked away in a cosy neighbourhood
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Getat hotel in a great location
The rooms have a nice kitchenette, with everything you need, and locatuon is withing walking distance to everything downtown.
Lindsay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, easy walking distance to venues and attractions, and easy parking.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place 5min walk to museum easy walkable distance to fine dining the harbour. So many place to explore down town
Melanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large room, comfy beds, quiet
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice kitchen quiet stay
Wry nice kitchenette room. Old use some towel bars by the sink or on the bathroom. Would stay again.
Chris, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. walkable to all tourist attractions.
Sai, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is very conveniently located and has all necessities at a good price. The room was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Soorya, 1-night trip