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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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
(125 reviews)
  • 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
(83 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Victoria

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this James Bay hotel, you'll find Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Thunderbird Park and Beacon Hill Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 36 min drive

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

Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria
Helms Inn offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Helms Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
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  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CAD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is 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

How close is Helms Inn to the airport?

Helms Inn is 0.5 mi (1-min drive) away from the Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Helms Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Helms Inn.

Does Helms Inn offer free breakfast?

Helms Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Helms Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Helms Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Helms Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CAD 10 per night.

Does Helms Inn have a pool?

Helms Inn does not have a pool.

Does Helms Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Helms Inn to downtown Victoria?

Helms Inn is 0.7 mi away from Victoria.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1045 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1502 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice interesting hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Seyi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great suite room with comfy sofa bed! Wonderful location across street from Beacon Hill Park and walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joselle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT STAFF, CONVENIENT LOCATION, CLEAN FACILITY
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen, Hammonds Plains

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Luggage storage was an added bonus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homey and the staff are nice and easy check in. The room is very clean and it feels home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful. The kitchen unit was great even though we didn’t use the kitchen anyway that will be what I gotta say is great if you have a few people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very comfy and clean. The laundry was an added bonus! Felt very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eleanor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean refurbished rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darcy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

aspasia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect with our stay. Excellent location and very clean. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra-Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean and recently upgraded rooms... Comfortable and nice quality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecs

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is freshly updated. Hotel staff are friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dayle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room we were assigned was very dark, with minimal natural light. The condition of the bathroom was below average, and lots of items had been repaired not very well. Room was clean, and comfortable. Upstairs guests could be heard when moving around and when using taps or WC. Fee we had to pay for settling our account in a different currency was ridiculous, and to add insult they charged an additional 5% on top again,and amounted to over $180.00 extra. Be aware.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025