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Helms Inn

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

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Helms Inn puts you in a great location, within just a 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 just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • 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
$195 nightly
The total price is $227
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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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
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
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
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

  • ‪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 just a 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 just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers 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 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
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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
DONE

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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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

  • The property's location offers easy access to a variety of nearby restaurants and dining options. (12 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 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay Comfortable, close to everything
Rochelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The absolute cutest and coziest hotel within walking distance of the harbor and Beacon Hill Park
Haniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to visit downtown Victoria.

Excellent location, and very nice room/apartment. Much bigger than I expected and parking almost outside the door.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and lovely suite. I definitely will stay here again
Sheri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Stay

Nice stay, large rooms, everything you would need
STEVEN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Victoria’s Secret

Perfect location for a stroll in the park across the street which is a mega park with wildlife. Close to everything. Two blocks walking to the Empress Hotel. Will stay there again.
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay, it was close to amenities, shops etc. Walking distance from the Inner Harbour. We love it, it’s our family’s “Go To Accommodation”
Joan V, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay ! Location … close to Beacon Hill Park, many restaurants and downtown even walking. Need to have AC fan on for white noise to block out street noise Rooms also have a wonderful kitchenette
Natalie, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value hotel for longer stays.

Wonderful hotel with recent updates making it easy to navigate Victoria’s parks and inner harbor area.
Julie, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, spacious, walking distance to town, safe neighborhood
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant and helpful staff. Excellent location. Reasonable parking rates compared to others. Rooms quite cozy and updated.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, wonderful quaint place

Wonderful stay! The staff member who helped us on 07/18/25 at roughly between 9-930pm was kind. He even ran out to our vehicle to make sure we had a parking space. Place itself was great — spacious, clean, well lit, well equipped, and all small details were well appreciated. Would stay again as we enjoyed our first time in Victoria!
jay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Warm, friendly staff, spacious rooms with small kitchen and quiet location! Will stay again
Amy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Newly remodeled and in the heart of downtown Victoria. Easy walk to BC museum, shopping and the port.
Dwayne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location everything is walking distance
Sean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Central Location

Amazing location. Great space.
Sharon, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and price was good.
Paula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location
Soloman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Doug, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, well located place to stay. We had a suite—a bit small but fully functional for our 10 days.
Katherine H, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a treat to stay there.
Mike, 1-night trip

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

Great location, clean rooms, good value
John, 1-night trip