The Best Hotels in Vancouver Island

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Vancouver Island. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

Updated

Oak Bay Beach Hotel

Rated 9.4 in 409 reviews

Located 750 metres from Victoria Golf Club, Oak Bay Beach Hotel features an on-site spa. Paid underground parking is… See more

Located 750 metres from Victoria Golf Club, Oak Bay Beach Hotel features an on-site spa. Paid underground parking is available for all guests. All spacious rooms offer a balcony or deck.

Kitchenette facilities are offered in all rooms at this oceanfront hotel. Free WiFi, an iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV are all included. An electric fireplace and a large bathtub provide added guest comfort. Ocean or residential views can be enjoyed.

Guests over 16 years old can relax in the outdoor mineral baths at Oak Bay Beach. Spa treatments are available in the Boathouse Spa and Baths which include a steam sauna. The well equipped gym at the property.

Snug Pub boasts a waterfront terrace and serves traditional cuisine and international drinks.

Whale watching is available in the waters surrounding Victoria. Butchart Gardens, BC Ferries and Victoria International Airport are all 45 minutes’ drive away.

Rooms from $216

Fairmont Empress Hotel

Rated 8.9 in 1271 reviews

Overlooking Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour, this historic hotel features extensive spa treatments and a selection of… See more

Overlooking Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour, this historic hotel features extensive spa treatments and a selection of on-site restaurants. The Royal British Columbia Museum is 5 minutes' walk away.

The Fairmont Empress Hotel’s elegantly decorated rooms offer a plush seating area and windows that open out. Each is equipped with cable TV and an in-room coffee maker.

The Empress holds a traditional afternoon tea in a special lobby with views of the harbour.

Guests can admire the Victorian architecture and stained glass ceiling of the lobby or swim in the indoor pool. Willow Stream Spa includes a sauna, hot tub and fitness centre.

The Empress Fairmont Hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Royal London Wax Museum. The Maritime Museum of BC is less than 1 km away.

Rooms from $196

Abigail's Hotel

Rated 9.5 in 1105 reviews

Featuring historic décor, this adult-only Victoria accommodation was originally built in 1930. A gourmet breakfast is… See more

Featuring historic décor, this adult-only Victoria accommodation was originally built in 1930. A gourmet breakfast is served each morning. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. The Victoria Clipper is 2 km away.

A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each uniquely decorated room at Abigail’s Hotel. Italian marble and antique features, such as a claw-foot bathtub, are offered in the bathroom. Select rooms offer a spa bath. Rooms can only be accessed via stairs.

A library lounge includes books, movies, and games for guest to enjoy the adult-only environment.

The Royal BC Museum is 11 minutes’ walk away. The British Columbia Legislature Building is 1 km from Abigail’s Hotel.

Rooms from $172

The Magnolia Hotel & Spa

Rated 9.3 in 480 reviews

Just 4 minutes' walk to the Inner Harbour, this Victoria hotel offers guestrooms with free Wi-Fi as well as an on-site… See more

Just 4 minutes' walk to the Inner Harbour, this Victoria hotel offers guestrooms with free Wi-Fi as well as an on-site restaurant.

A cable TV is offered in each room at The Magnolia Hotel & Spa. A work desk is also included. Guests can enjoy L'Occitane bath products in addition to gourmet coffee, tea and bottled water.

Guests of Hotel Magnolia will appreciate fresh fruit upon arrival. Access to the on-site fitness center and relaxing, full-service spa is offered.

The BC Ferries Terminal is 45 minutes' drive away. Market Square is 750 m from The Magnolia Hotel & Spa.

Rooms from $203

Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.0 in 321 reviews

Located in Victoria, Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast offers beachfront accommodation 80 metres from Spiral Beach… See more

Located in Victoria, Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast offers beachfront accommodation 80 metres from Spiral Beach and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a shared lounge. Private parking is available on site. Guests can make use of the children's playground or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the sea and garden.

The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels.

Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Victoria, like cycling.

Craigdarroch Castle is 2.9 km from Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast, while Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre is 3.4 km away. Victoria Inner Harbour Airport is 3 km from the property.

Rooms from $189

Fairholme Manor Inn

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.5 in 359 reviews

This adult only 110-year-old Italian mansion in historic Victoria is adjacent to the Government House and Gardens. It… See more

This adult only 110-year-old Italian mansion in historic Victoria is adjacent to the Government House and Gardens. It features a daily homemade breakfast and luxury rooms with a 2-person jetted tub.

The elegant rooms at Fairholme Manor are styled with hardwood floors and clean white walls. Each room features a TV and VCR, small refrigerator and bathrobes. Many boast 12-foot ceilings or large bay windows.

Guests can enjoy a deluxe breakfast including homemade jams, fresh baked scones and fresh fruit, in the bright dining room or on the porch. Fairholme Manor Inn uses its own home-grown vegetables along with produce from local farms.

This European-style B&B boasts 1 acre of lush gardens overlooking the Olympic Mountains and Juan de Fuca Straits. In-room massages can be arranged and free Wi-Fi is available for added convenience.

Craigdarroch Castle is just a 5-minute walk from this inn and the Royal British Columbia Museum is 2.4 km away.

Rooms from $163

Hotel Rialto

Rated 8.5 in 1108 reviews

This Victoria hotel offers free Wi-Fi is. Inner Harbour Centre is 850 m away. A small fridge, a microwave, and a coffee… See more

This Victoria hotel offers free Wi-Fi is. Inner Harbour Centre is 850 m away.

A small fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker are offered in rooms at Hotel Rialto. A 42-inch flat-screen TV and an i-Home Stereo MP3 docking station are included. Bathrobes and deluxe toiletries are provided.

The historic Hotel Rialto offers ticket and tour assistance for guests convenience.

Victoria Conference Centre is 900 metres from this hotel. The Rialto is also within 15 minutes' walk of the The Bay Center shopping area.

Rooms from $138

Oswego Hotel

Rated 8.9 in 2616 reviews

The Oswego Hotel is located on a quiet street a few minutes walk from Victoria’s parliament buildings and historic… See more

The Oswego Hotel is located on a quiet street a few minutes walk from Victoria’s parliament buildings and historic harbour. Our facilities include secure underground parking, an on-site restaurant, fitness facilities, and a quiet outdoor zen garden.

Rooms and suites at Oswego all feature full kitchens. The hotel is family-friendly with dog-friendly suites available upon request. EV charging stations are also available on a first-come first-serve basis in our underground parking area.

We are proud to welcome guests from both Canada and around the world to the Oswego Hotel. Our guest-care team is available to help make your stay comfortable and to help recommend things to do in Victoria.

Rooms from $172

Pendray Inn and Tea House

Rated 8.9 in 854 reviews

Built in 1897, this historic Victoria mansion provides free WiFi in all rooms. The Pendray restaurant features… See more

Built in 1897, this historic Victoria mansion provides free WiFi in all rooms. The Pendray restaurant features traditional afternoon tea service Monday and Tuesday from 11:00 to 14:00. Victoria’s Inner Habour is just 300 m away.

A flat-screen TV, a radio, a telephone, and a French press with local organic coffee are included in each uniquely decorated room at Pendray Inn and Tea House. An in suite bathroom offers free toiletries. Select rooms feature harbour views.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast in Pendray's dining room. A free shuttle service to the surrounding area is available by request.

The University of Victoria is 20 minutes’ drive away. Beacon Hill Park is 800 m from Pendray Inn and Tea House.

Rooms from $182

Hotel Grand Pacific

Rated 8.7 in 1213 reviews

Featuring an indoor pool and hot tub, this Victoria hotel is just 3 minutes’ walk from the Victoria Clipper Ferry… See more

Featuring an indoor pool and hot tub, this Victoria hotel is just 3 minutes’ walk from the Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Coho Ferry Terminal. A private balcony, free WiFi and a flat-screen cable TV are provided in all guest rooms.

Tea and coffee-making facilities, a desk and a seating area are included in every room. Private bathrooms feature bathrobes and free toiletries.

A fitness centre is available on site at the Hotel Grand Pacific. Dining options include The FATHOM Restaurant & Terrace, The FATHOM Lounge and The Courtyard Café catering to all tastes.

Beacon Hill Park is 5 minutes’ walk from this hotel. BC Parliament Buildings is 120 metres away.

Rooms from $157

Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa

Resort

Rated 9.0 in 422 reviews

Overlooking serene Brentwood Bay near Victoria, British Columbia, this tranquil adults-only retreat offers spacious… See more

Overlooking serene Brentwood Bay near Victoria, British Columbia, this tranquil adults-only retreat offers spacious rooms with cozy fireplaces and breathtaking ocean views. Unwind in the luxurious spa, savor delectable cuisine at the on-site restaurants, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool.

Brentwood Bay Resort boasts a 40-slip marina. Available amenities such as a gym, pool and hot tub for adults 16 years plus only. Beauty and seasonal treatments are available at the Spa.

The Arbutus Dining Room at the Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, open for breakfast and dinner serves fresh seafood and fine wines on heated outdoor patios. For a casual menu and an extensive selection of beverages, guests can visit the Brentwood Pub.

Rooms from $177

Inn the Estuary

Rated 9.8 in 131 reviews

Inn the Estuary has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Nanoose Bay, 23 km from Nanaimo… See more

Inn the Estuary has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Nanoose Bay, 23 km from Nanaimo Bastion. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. The rooms come with a balcony with views of the river.

The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the holiday home, units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue.

Guests at the holiday home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Newcastle Island Marine Park is 24 km from Inn the Estuary, while Nanaimo Museum is 26 km from the property. Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome Airport is 25 km away.

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Duffin Cove Resort

Resort

Rated 9.1 in 407 reviews

This rustic resort is located in Tofino on the western side of Vancouver Island and offers hiking trails and a private… See more

This rustic resort is located in Tofino on the western side of Vancouver Island and offers hiking trails and a private beach. The resort rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi and refrigerator.

Rooms include a balcony with chairs. Oceanfront Cottages at the Duffin Cove Resort include a fully-equipped kitchen and barbecue facilities.

A tour desk provides information on local attractions including whale watching tours. Fax and photocopying services are available.

Tofino town centre is 2 minutes' walk away. Chesterman Beach is 5km away.

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Black Rock Oceanfront Resort

Rated 9.0 in 1337 reviews

Surrounded by rain forest, this Ucluelet hotel boasts spa and fitness facilities and an outdoor swimming pool. An… See more

Surrounded by rain forest, this Ucluelet hotel boasts spa and fitness facilities and an outdoor swimming pool. An on-site restaurant is featured. Free WiFi is included.

All rooms offer a microwave, fridge and dishwasher at the Black Rock Oceanfront Resort. A flat-screen satellite TV and an iPod docking station are provided.

Featuring an outdoor patio and ocean views, the Fetch restaurant offers a menu inspired by locally sourced seasonal ingredients. A snack menu is provided in the Float Lounge which offers floor-to-ceiling windows and a fireplace.

Located on the Wild Pacific Trail, guests of Resort Black Rock Oceanfront can enjoy hiking. A gift shop and a cash machine are available on-site.

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve Long Beach is 15 minutes’ drive away. Kennedy Lake is 17km away.

Rooms from $197

Villa Eyrie Resort

Resort

Rated 9.0 in 290 reviews

Offering a spa centre Villa Eyrie Resort is situated on top of the Malahat Summit and is overlooking the Pacific Ocean… See more

Offering a spa centre Villa Eyrie Resort is situated on top of the Malahat Summit and is overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Finlayson Arm inlet. Room offer private balconies with scenic views.

A flat-screen TV and an in-room fireplace are offered in the rooms at Vila Eyrie Resort. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.

You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, as well as various activities in the surroundings such as golfing, fishing and canoeing. The property also offers views of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Baker.

The nearest airport is Victoria International Airport, 42 minutes' drive away. The city of Victoria is approximately 30 minutes' drive away. The Butchart Gardens are 40 minutes' drive.

Rooms from $223

Pacific Sands Beach Resort

Resort

Rated 9.3 in 328 reviews

This beachfront resort on Cox Bay features daily surf lessons and bicycle rentals. A full kitchen is available in every… See more

This beachfront resort on Cox Bay features daily surf lessons and bicycle rentals. A full kitchen is available in every accommodation and the Pacific Rim National Park is 1.5 km away.

West-coast styled, each accommodation at Pacific Sands Beach Resort boasts a stone fireplace and a flat-screen cable TV. All provide a private patio or deck and a dining area. They are decorated in natural tones and offer floor-to-ceiling windows.

The resort is located 7km from Tofino. Wilderness tours and whale watching can be arranged nearby the resort. Umbrellas and raincoats are available for guests during storm watching season.

Pacific Sands Beach Resort offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The resort offers over 450 DVDs for guests to rent and a selection of board games are available for free.

Guests can go beachcombing or explore tidal pools. Beach toys and boogie boards are available for use. A sunset walk through the rainforest and guided interpretive walks are offered.

The resort offers several amenities, including two takeout / outdoor dining options, The Beach Shack Cafe and Surfside Grill, onsite Nordic saunas by Tuff City Saunas, onsite massage and bodywork at By The Sea, plus bike rentals at Tofino Bike, and surf lessons and rentals by Surf Sister.

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Long Beach Lodge Resort

Resort

Rated 9.1 in 216 reviews

Featuring an on-site gourmet restaurant, this Tofino resort is located along the Pacific Rim Highway, 4 km from Tofino… See more

Featuring an on-site gourmet restaurant, this Tofino resort is located along the Pacific Rim Highway, 4 km from Tofino Botanical Gardens. It offers private surf lessons all year long. Spacious accommodation includes nature views and free WiFi.

A flat-screen TV, mini-fridge and a work desk are provided in all accommodation at Long Beach Lodge Resort. The traditionally decorated rooms offer bathrobes, slippers and luxury bath amenities. In-room child care is available.

Resort Long Beach Lodge offers the Great Room restaurant, which serves seafood cuisine in a large dining room with wall-to-wall windows and ocean views. Packed lunches are available.

Fitness and business facilities are located on-site for guest convenience. Also offered are a gift shop and guest bike rentals. Private Surf Lessons available on-site year round. Private Boat Charters available for guests departing from the resort.

Whale and bear watching tours are available at Jamie's Whaling Station just 5 minutes' drive away in Tofino. The entrance to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve – Tofino Unit is 3.5 km away.

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Cox Bay Beach Resort

Rated 9.2 in 124 reviews

Located off the Pacific Rim Highway, this resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Tofino. It features an outdoor hot tub and… See more

Located off the Pacific Rim Highway, this resort is 10 minutes’ drive from Tofino. It features an outdoor hot tub and barbecue facilities. The apartments are equipped with a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace and a private balcony and furnished patio.

A spacious living room with free Wi-Fi, a sofa and cable TV are included in all cottages at Cox Bay Beach Resort. Each cottage has a private bathroom and in-room laundry facilities.

Our property is a 1 minute walk to Cox Bay Beach (we are directly on the beach), this resort features a fitness centre with sauna and a yoga meditation room. An elevated lookout lounge boasts a gas fireplace and our sauna is infrared.

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve at Long Beach is located 15 minutes’ drive away. The Resort at Cox Bay Beach is only 800m from the Long Beach Golf Course.

Rooms from $226

Located in the heart of Victoria and across from the Inner Harbour, this property offers old Victorian décor, an on-site… See more

Located in the heart of Victoria and across from the Inner Harbour, this property offers old Victorian décor, an on-site bar/lounge and a billiards room. Rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV. The Victoria Clipper ferry terminal is 10 minutes’ walk away.

Rooms boast charming décor with antique-styled furnishings at The Union Club of British Columbia. Select rooms offer a seating area.

A business centre is available for guest convenience. The McGregor Lounge is a charming bar offering all day dining options at the The Inn at the Union Club BC. A rooftop terrace is also available in the summer months.

Beacon Hill park is 1 km away. Royal BC Museum is 5 minutes' walk away.

Rooms from $168

Beaconsfield Bed and Breakfast - Victoria

Bed & Breakfast

Rated 9.2 in 571 reviews

Built in 1905, this historic adult-only B&B enjoys a garden setting just 5 minutes’ drive from Victoria ferry terminal. … See more

Built in 1905, this historic adult-only B&B enjoys a garden setting just 5 minutes’ drive from Victoria ferry terminal. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all areas. A flat-screen cable TV is included in each room.

Each luxury room at Beaconside individually decorated and features English antiques and stained-glass windows. Bathrobes and a spacious sitting area are provided. Some may also include a fireplace, a spa bath, or a terrace.

Guests at Beaconsfield Inn – Victoria can enjoy a homemade breakfast every morning as well as tea, coffee and cookies in the afternoon. The Victorian library offers an extensive book collection and a large fireplace.

Beaconsfield Inn is just 400 meters from Beacon Hill Park and 10 minutes' walk to the Victoria Conference Center. Eagle Wings whale watching tours is just 4 km away.

Rooms from $175