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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Victoria Harbour

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board - Helms Inn (Victoria)
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Helms Inn offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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
$92 nightly
The total price is $107
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(123 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 1 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 Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 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

  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Helms Inn offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

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 available
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 onsite self parking (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking 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/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • 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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 spots 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 onsite 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 refrigerator, 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. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.

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Reviews

Helms Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is close to a variety of dining options and staff provide excellent recommendations for local restaurants. (14 reviews)
  • The kitchenette in each room was fully equipped for making breakfast and snacks. (8 reviews)
  • On-site parking was convenient, well-lit, and safe, with some guests appreciating the affordable rates. (24 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Kitchen
Bed
Kitchenette
Downtown
Parking
Bathroom
Value

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the hotel was in an excellent location. Easy walking distance to the museum and harbor.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great staff! Lovely stay!
Tamara, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent smallish hotel that is consistently clean, quiet and affordable. My favorite and only place to stay in Vic.
Colleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, clean,quiet comfy beds and close to everything
Denise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff. Room spotless with great amenities
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located and with a kitchenette

Very close to the port and museums (walking distance), and the room was convenient with a kitchen to cook or reheat leftovers.
Laurie-Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and nice room
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little gem of a boutique hotel in the heart of downtown. Amenities were great and we will definitely stay there again
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay in the heart of Victoria. The suite was well equipped and we really enjoyed having the bed in a separate room.
Stewart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and easy walk to shopping and restaurants. The area is quiet but close to everything you need while in Victoria.
Debra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good option for exploring downtown Victoria
Jutta, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here before great location
Susanne, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to explore Victoria. Having a kitchen was a plus +++.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, very comfy and clean. The laundry was an added bonus! Felt very safe.
Ann, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem near Beacon Hill

Perfect location. Quiet and comfortable. Great location - walking distance to all the good spots.
Debra, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Really large room with a kitchenette. The beds were comfortable and the place was spotless! The big plus was it’s literally across the street from the Beacon Hill Park! We had such a great time walking through that beautiful park. We will definitely stay at the Helm’s Inn again when we’re in Victoria.
Darlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and nice central location
Alfred, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

A gem of place....near downtown but quiet. Immaculately kept! Would stay here again.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was really clean, spacious, and nice environment to stay!
Dong ha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a great location, walking distance to the waterfront, restaurants, downtown and number of other scenic sights. The staff is courteous and helpful and my room had a stove and frig, which was a bonus. I would recommend staying at Helms Inn!
Pasquale, 2-night trip