James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

About the hotel

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

Nearby attractions

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites is located in James Bay, a neighborhood in Victoria, and is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Chinatown and Government House are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre or Royal Athletic Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and skydiving nearby. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Snack bar/deli

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi

Available in some public areas: free wifi and wired internet

Food and drink

1 bar

1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 am–11:30 am: cad 10.00-30 per person

Guest services

24-hour front desk

Concierge services

Daily housekeeping

Luggage storage

Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

Handrails in stairways

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

This property does not have elevators

Things to do

Access to nearby health club

Ecotours

Hiking/biking trails

Outdoor

Garden

Terrace

Conveniences

Atm/banking services

Free newspapers in lobby

Vending machine

Water dispenser

More

Renovated entire property - december 2019

Smoke-free property

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Nearest Airports

Vancouver International Airport

88 km from this hotel

Snohomish County Airport (Paine Field)

98 km from this hotel

Reviews that mention...

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Family Reviews

for James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

5 out of 5 stars

15 reviews

Review data

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4 star reviews

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We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what families have said about James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

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Latest reviews (15)

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Regan

7 Sept 2024 - 9 Sept 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Great stay for a couple! Would stay again, affordable and close to everything downtown (10 min walk) - not sure how it would be for kids but we loved the stay.

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HIEN

15 Jun 2024 - 18 Jun 2024

reviewed on expedia

4 out of 5 stars

Building is very old but ok. In the bathroom, the shower is very small. It was a short walking distance to the Beacon Hills park and children animal farm. Very quiet, nice area, right on the Goverment street a 2 min walk to Emily Carr's historical house. Onside restaurant was delicious.

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Debra

7 May 2024 - 9 May 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Enjoyed our stay and would recommend the James Bay Inn to friends and family. The staff were wonderful, always helpful with a smile. Easy, beautiful walk to downtown thru historic Victoria. The restaurant and pub were both great, food was excellent.

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Isabelle

29 Apr 2024 - 1 May 2024

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

This is the place to go! The minute you walk in, you feel part of the family. Our rooms were bright, pretty, clean and comfortable. We liked the big common terraces and the bright, wide corridors where we could sit and chat. We found that the restaurant offered good, affordable choices whether for breakfast or other meals, and we enjoyed the friendly atmosphere of the pub. All the staff members we dealt with were helpful and friendly. We are already looking for a pretext to visit Victoria, just for the pleasure of staying again!

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Marjorie

22 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Myself and other family members have enjoyed numerous stays at the JBI over the past dozen years. It’s one of our favorite hotels in Victoria and testament to its charm and character, excellent location, great value, and wonderful staff!

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Laura-Lee

22 Mar 2024 - 27 Mar 2024

reviewed on travelocity

4 out of 5 stars

Awesome hotel in the heart of James Bay. Historic building was super cool with nooks and crannies and lounging places on every floor. The floors were not totally level, which was charming. The bathroom shower was super small and not a great shower head. Loved having a fridge in the room. Visited with 3 small children and had a blast!!

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Andrea

25 Mar 2024 - 26 Mar 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Love this charming heritage Inn. The staff take such pride in their work and make you feel like family. They remembered us from a previous visit… it was delightful. We will be back.

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Greg

15 Jan 2024 - 16 Jan 2024

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful old hotel in the the nicest neighbourhood in the city. Rooms are a bit small compared to larger, newer hotels but this is made up for by charm. Staff were very friendly and helpful and it was great being so close and walkable to downtown Victoria without actually being in the downtown! Nice little restaurant as well. Would stay again and recommend to family and friends.

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Terry

17 Nov 2023 - 20 Nov 2023

reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Friendliness of staff, family atmosphere. No "fluff", simple and genuine ambience, serenity with beautiful, dated surroundings. Absolutely love this place and will definitely return here time and time again.

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John

1 Nov 2023 - 2 Nov 2023

reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

I always stay at the JBI whenever I am in Victoria, British Columbia! I always feel like I've just arrived home to be with family. The location, the cozy room, the pub and restaurant, all contribute to it being "a happening".