Victoria hotellit James Bay

Plussat: Loved the flowers and plants all over the yard. Loved the privacy of the place and our hosts were accommodating, helpful and very friendly. Place conveniently located.

Miinukset: Pretty much no complaints except perhaps if one wants to stay a longer time, there was no place in room to hang ones clothes. Not an issue for us, but may be for others

Plussat: Very generous provisions for breakfast. Beautiful furnishings, anticipating every need. Genial, knowledgeable host, willing to go way beyond the expected. Restful, flowered garden. Great "neighborhood" which gave a real feel for Victoria. Grocery and nice restaurants nearby. Couldn't have been better.

Plussat: Our cottage was totally charming, and fully equipped for our needs. Ned was handy to answer questions and chat, but not at all intrusive.

Miinukset: There was nothing we didn’t like. Another parking space would be nice, but we found street parking only a few steps away.

Plussat: I liked the location and the well -stocked kitchen.

Plussat: Lots of room and very comfortable layput

Miinukset: We expected a B&B which to us meant breakfast maybe afternoon wine,etc. we had to make our own breakfast with items supplied. Never saw other guest s More like being in a condo not a B&B

Plussat: The gas fireplace

Plussat: The kitchen was well stocked and there was extra linen, blankets and towels. Ned was friendly and very approachable.

Miinukset: There was nothing to fault

Plussat: It had everything required for a comfortable stay including a good breakfast selection. Great location for exploring the city and Ned was full of tips, advice and directions to aid that.

Miinukset: For a 2 night stay, there was nothing that could have been improved.

Plussat: What a wonderful, warm and welcoming place to stay with a perfect location to walk to everything in Victoria. The hosts made us feel so at home and sitting outside in the evening by the fire was lovely. I would definitely stay here again on my annual visits to Victoria.

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Lovely and spacious apartment with all the comforts of home! Wish that we could have stayed longer.

Miinukset: That we were not able to stay longer:(

Plussat: The breakfast was a good experience. Small quantity but good. The iced mango tea was very good.

Miinukset: We did not like the old smell or the bugs in the bathroom. It was Very over priced.

Plussat: I loved the charm & character of the house & gardens & attention to the nicest details in the room.

Plussat: The staff were amazing and our room was great with very comfortable beds

Plussat: Breakfast is always fun, tasty and filling at the Pendray. Staff very friendly and helpful. This was our third visit and we have enjoyed each of our stays. Close to the harbor easy walking distance to restaurants, shops and fun activities.

Miinukset: Little hard for an older person to get in and out of the claw foot bath tub/shower No AC so room was rather warm but the weather was great.

Plussat: Super location, right on the harbor, a few short blocks to the BC parliament building, the Royal BC Museum, the Empress hotel, Fisherman's Wharf. Lovely gardens in front of the Inn. Just across the street from the ferry to Port Angeles. The tea and breakfast was excellent in a beautiful setting. We had windows on two sides of the house so could get air circulating in the evening.

Miinukset: The breakfast had two set menus, which alternated by day, so became somewhat repetitive--delicious, but would have been too much the same after four days. (If the weather had been hot, the room could have been quite uncomfortable.)

Plussat: It far exceeded our expectations. The staff was welcoming and helpful. We even got a handwritten note welcoming us from Michael, the manager. When we expressed interest in knowing more about the history of the family and property, Michael provided us with a well written document he created. The food was yummy, the accommodations comfortable and the ambiance relaxing.

Plussat: Elegant. Historic. Peaceful. Comfortable. Location, gardens, view - spectacular!

Plussat: The achitecture of the building did not disappoint - it is beautiful, albeit a bit rundown. The Pendray Room was lovely, romantic, bright and a good size, with a comfortable bed and large bay windows, overlooking the street and harbour. We were able to sit out on the balcony attached to the room and listen to the Blues Bash Music Festival from there. The Pendray Inn is in a good, walkable location, staff were friendly and the breakfast/tea was delicious.

Miinukset: As mentioned, we loved the building but were sad to see it was run down in appearance; most exterior surfaces were in need of cleaning/paint resurfacing and our room had a large stain on the carpet. Although the linens/towels in the bedroom, bathroom and teahouse appeared crisp and clean, there was dust on most exterior surfaces, spider/cob webs in several of the main level interior room corners/fixtures, the what-could-be-gorgeous hardwood floors were dull/unpolished and there was spider web debris and dead flies sitting on the window ledge at our table in the breakfast room. We understand it's an old building but that wasn't what we anticipated, considering we spent $400/night for the experience. The staff were lovely and friendly but it seems they could use a full-time maintenance person on site. One other aspect we hadn't considered; if you are considering booking The Pendray Room, expect line ups of passerbys to take photos of the house (along with you) when you are on the balcony and in your room. It is such a lovely property and although we enjoyed the "Victorian romance" aspect of our stay, we would think twice about paying that much there, in future.

Plussat: When you stay in a hotel with an English tea service in the restaurant expect a tasty English style breakfast. Great location across the street from the Victoria Clipper terminal. Close and very walkable to all the sights in downtown; excellent location.

Plussat: I would say good but not exceptional

Miinukset: The lack of a proper shower in the bathroom was the only real major issue.

Plussat: Friendly host, parking nearby, proximity to city

Plussat: Excellent location. Right next to Beacon Hill Park and a short walk to the Parliament buildings and the inner harbour and downtown shops and restaurants. Johnny was on site to help us with any needs. Lovely breakfast included to eat on your private courtyard. Self-checkin and available underground parking. Was so happy to be able to take my small dog at no extra charge. Will definitely stay again! Such great value.

Plussat: We had a great stay at the Robert Porter Inn over my wedding weekend. I booked the Maclure suite for me and my bridesmaids to get ready in, and it did not disappoint! The suite was even bigger than I imagined with a beautiful open hallway and lots of light. We loved the big kitchen and spacious rooms. The location was perfect, since our wedding events were downtown - we could easily walk or take a quick ride anywhere we needed to go! The staff were friendly, very helpful and quick to communicate with.

Miinukset: The smaller twin beds could have been a bit comfier - my sister slept on one and said she could feel the springs.

Plussat: Set up of the room is very homely, nice touches, spacious, very easy in and out, good communication with owner and on site manager, excellent location for central Victoria

Plussat: We really liked the location, the Monet theme for the room, the breakfast, and the hello visit from Johnnie. Welcome note on the door to let us know we were in the right place.

Miinukset: It would be nice to have Kleenex instead of using toilet paper. How about deodorizer for the bathroom?

Plussat: room nice

Miinukset: we were overwhelmed with instructions on how to park/lockup - it was like a thesis!! Couldn't find where to park, NOon site staff to help

Plussat: Van Gogh and Monet suites require high level of physical mobility as up and down stairs wirh luggage was tricky

Miinukset: Van Gogh and Monet suites require high level of physical mobility as up and down stairs wirh luggage was tricky

Plussat: The building, room and staff were lovely. It is very central and close to everything we wanted to do.

Miinukset: We have stayed here before, with another owner. The breakfast was served upstairs in the original dining room. We got to chat with the other people, and really enjoyed that. Now, you go out your door into the shared hallway and get your breakfast, and then take it back to your room. We were a little disappointed with that.

Plussat: Included parking

Plussat: Enjoyed the location,close to bus route.not being

Miinukset: Not sitting with other guests at breakfast.enjoyed

Plussat: The location was perfect, and the host, Johnny was friendly and helpful. We arrived after midnight and he was waiting for us to be sure we were comfortable.

Plussat: Ample breakfast, location good

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: There were no croissants Where are they?

Plussat: We brought up friends visiting from England. The hotel was wonderful and within walking distance to the harbor, downtown, etc.

Plussat: Prefect in the center of activities. Older buildings, but beautifully updated.

Miinukset: Had to walk outside from office to room and to some other rooms.

Plussat: The room was spacious with a separate kitchen/eat in area. Having a full fridge and stove was definitely a plus. Room was for the most part clean, except for carpet area. Staff were very friendly and helpful and location of hotel was very good, within minutes of downtown area of Victoria.

Miinukset: The carpet in the room was very old and dirty...needs to be replaced!

Plussat: Clean and comfortable

Miinukset: The noisy traffic

Plussat: Good location, nice, clean room

Plussat: Cherish was terrific at our check-in! Bed was comfortable

Miinukset: Bathroom so small & dark!had to request toilet paper next days coffee pack and kleenex...air conditioner was not effective, had to have Windows open, noisy.

Plussat: great access to downtown, super friendly & helpful staff, comfortable bed.

Miinukset: Street noise, really tight parking, curb appeal - initial impressions of older property were mediocre, but staff more than made up for it and we enjoyed the stay in a spacious, comfortable, clean room.

Plussat: Seems like we had got a double booking, and they were very good and said they would take care of it

Plussat: Loved the location. And the room was perfect, quiet and comfortable.

Plussat: Full kitchen. Short walk to inner harbor.

Miinukset: Fire escape as second means of egress. No sprinklers.

Plussat: Really kind and helpful staff. I liked having hot coffee available around the clock. Was nice to have a laundry room. Was great to have a stove, fridge and microwave in the room. This hotel is in a perfect spot to walk to Beacon Hill park, the parliament building and most of downtown Victoria.

Miinukset: With our heavy bags, it would have been nice to have an elevator, but we managed. The staff could have helped us if we requested it, no doubt. I would have given the room a perfect score, but there were four minor items that needed repair. I sent an email to the innkeeper, Ryan Hentges, to let him know what we noticed.

Plussat: Perfectly located for exploring inner Harbour, Downtown and China Town. Easy walking distance to so many places, great restaurants close by, friendly staff, very comfortable beds, good breakfast selection.

Plussat: Posh surroundings; location; impeccable room; friendly staff; overall feeling of abundance. Best stay ever. We even made tea and enjoyed it on the balcony overlooking the harbor. Lovely.

Miinukset: Best stay I've ever had at a property.

Plussat: Fantastic location, staff were very friendly and the heated pool was a bonus. Easy to walk inner harbour/ St James Bay, downtown and Chinatown. Great views of the sea planes and comings and goings in the harbour. Included breakfast was a good start to the day.

Miinukset: Very slight downside was no on site bar/ restaurant so you had to eat outside after a busy day travelling or sightseeing. But there are plenty of places to eat nearby.

Plussat: Location was great!

Miinukset: dated - rooms needed updating - VERY NOISY

Plussat: When checking in staff was extremely courteous and friendly. After checking in received a follow up call to see if all is well and if anything is needed....Great selection in complimentary buffet breakfast, hot and cold selection, cereals, waffles, pancakes, eggs, sausages, potatoes, yogurt, fruit salad, different bakes goods....

Miinukset: Room for breakfast needs to be bigger, felt too cramped..

Plussat: close to the inner harbour, walking distance to most attractions, ideal location

Miinukset: none

Plussat: Close to the harbor and easy walking to everything. Kitchenette was great! Wish we had more time to stay longer. Will most definitely return.

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: Everything

Plussat: Was delighted to find vegetarian fritattas and mini cheese omelettes at breakfast instead of just the re-hydrated scrambled eggs. Lots of options, clean and courteous staff.

Miinukset: Penthouse Suite experiences a fair amount of Elevator mechanism noise for the whole building.

Plussat: The property is very well maintained and the location is excellent and quite.

Miinukset: Our room on the 7th floor was next to the elevator and there was a fair amount of mechanical noise, we got used to it and the hotel does turn off one elevator at night to minimize the noise but they really need to upgrade to more modern elevator controls.

Plussat: Really good location near the harbor and plenty of good nearby restaurants to choose from. Perfectly adequate breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff.

Miinukset: There were issues with the bathroom facilities (toilet) that, based on the response from the staff, seemed to be a regular occurrence. Perhaps some upgrading of those facilities is in order?

Plussat: Breakfast was varied and excellent. Location is very good.

Miinukset: Need to convince the City to trim the trees in the park in front of the hotel to improve the views from the 4th floor and up.

Plussat: It’s location and beautiful breakfasts which made me feel I was in a cosy cafe. Would recommend it to my friends and would definitely come back again.

Miinukset: Can hear a bit of noise from people walking upstairs as it’s an old home but it doesn’t bother me at all.

Plussat: Location was convenient for relatively short walk to harbour in one direction and Fisherman's wharf in the other.

Miinukset: Space in room was limited. The afternoon sun beating into our room at the rear upstairs was stifling and although they had provided a couple of portable fans it was uncomfortably warm day and night. The general condition and maintenance of the facility seemed to be a bit lacking, messy and dated share kitchen, windows propped open with only partial fly screens, old curtains and furnishings more old rather than rustic antique. Free onsite parking was limited - 3 spaces only.

Plussat: The breakfast in the morning and the hot tub in the room.

Miinukset: The short window time to get breakfast. They don't accept AMEX as payment.

Miinukset: Very commercial place. Little bit run down. More a hotel than a B&B. Avoid room 1a (I guess it is given to only one night visitors). It has only a small side window, because the reception is located in front of room‘s main window. And the hum of kitchen‘s fridges (behind back wall) is very present in this room all the time.

Plussat: A fabulous guesthouse with a great team of people there to make our stay extremely comfortable. A lovely old house with 'quirky' rooms that absolutely oozed with atmosphere. We had used the Port Angeles to Victoria ferry to reach the island and the drive from the ferry was so short and stress free, literally a few hundred yards! - a great stay!

Plussat: Excellenz breakfast Good parking conditions Friendly staff

Miinukset: Shared bathroom

Plussat: Breakfast was delicious. Marketa is very nice The place very nice The location is excellent

Miinukset: I Had room with a transparent shower cabin buy I went with my 16 years boy. Is good for a couple.

Plussat: We had a room on the ground floor with an additional mini terras (private). The breakfast had a variaty of choices, being prepared as you could watch being done. We would have loved to have chosën more than one. The bagel with cream cheese, capers and smoked salmon looked very pretty and was very tasteful. Since we were taking the ferry to Port Angeles but had no reservatiion, we went to the harbour at 6.10am bought the ticket, left the car parked there, went for a stroll in a quiet downtown Victoria and returned to the B&B at 8 a.m. had breakfast. We returned back in time for the border control which started at 9a.m. Good tip of our host and very convenient since Marketa is located on walking distance from the ferry dock. The house is very originally decorated, especially the main floor... think 'parlour like, but that is charming though.

Plussat: Great location, the breakfast was delicious and the patio where we ate was cozy, the beds were comfy and the staff was all very kind and attentive.

Miinukset: We loved it actually

Plussat: The breakfast was very good and delicious. The interior of the house is heritage with lots of beautiful wood all around. Our bedroom was quite large and cozy. A nice Victorian Bed and Breakfast.

Miinukset: We wish we could have stayed a few more nights, but it was all booked up for the long weekend.

Plussat: Marketa was very helpful with local knowledge when we arrived. The breakfasts were amazing and so delicious!! All staff extremely kind and welcoming and helpful.

Plussat: Close to Downtown. Safe area. Lovely breakfast!

Miinukset: Wall was bit thin... I could hear upstairs noises.