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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Victoria Harbour in Victoria

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • 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
(123 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
(82 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
(55 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 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
(105 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

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal BC Museum - 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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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 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. 1032 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1484 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1484 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

10/10 Excellent

katie

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

8/10 Good

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem near Beacon Hill

Perfect location. Quiet and comfortable. Great location - walking distance to all the good spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Helms Inn is a lovely quaint spot to stay. Leaving a four star as the Inn is not altogether sound proof.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at. Able to have breakfast in the room and then head out for the day.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and conveniently located for all our events.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barb

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Older buildings. Room was big with a balcony but cleanliness was variable day to day. (Floors) The hotel was within walking distance to many attractions, restaurants, etc. Buildings are not really accessible for mobility challenged people.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay.

Nice hotel, located close to city center. We stayed in room 316, which was large, comfortable well appointed. We even had a kitchen, which allowed us to make lunch or breakfast. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stopover

Clean, comfortable and convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay

We l8ved that this hotel was so spacious. Had a kitchen, and was when walking distance of so many places.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay. It is very clean and had everything we needed. It was very quiet and in a safe neighborhood. Conveniently located to attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old-school hotel, but nice new rooms

This hotel is in a good location - though a little loud due to its location on a semi busy street. Though the lobby and hallways look a little old-fashioned the room itself seemed updated and quite nice. I think all the rooms have kitchenettes, which is a convenient touch. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice room that was more like a small apartment rather than a hotel room. And it was right across from a nice park. It's obviously not a concrete building so some room noise is the compromise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inba

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Great that was a kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kunal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. It is a small quiet place. Very lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Helms! Its perfectly located within walking distance of so many things! One direction, the ocean is a few blocks away. Another direction is the Marina/Downtown. Restaurants, groceries, everything you need at a convenient distance. Staff are wonderful, property was lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is away from busy areas but close enough to walk anywhere in the downtown area. Well lit parking and very nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pasquale

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean. Renovated rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025