Victoria, the capitol of British, Columbia, Canada, is on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, and it provides chances for ferry rides in Victoria Harbour. The hotels in Victoria's downtown district are within walking distance of historic architecture, such as the Capital Iron Building and Victoria Parliament. While many of the hotels in downtown Victoria tend to lean toward the expensive side, the capital city also features motel accommodations with reasonable room rates.
The Chateau Victoria is an upscale hotel in the heart of downtown Victoria and is convenient for business travelers who are attending a conference at the Victoria Convention Center, which is within walking distance. Hotel amenities include an indoor swimming pool, in-room massage therapies and a roof-top restaurant, Vista 18, that offers scenic views of the nearby Olympic Mountains. The restaurant also provides room service. Pets may stay at the hotel, and Chateau Victoria offers the "Woof Package," which includes complimentary parking, dinner for two at Vista 18 and a gift for your dog.
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
740 Burdett Ave.
Victoria, BC V8W 1B2
Canada
250-382-4221
chateauvictoria.com
Situated in northern Victoria, Paul's Motor Inn caters to vacationers who are traveling on a budget, with room rates starting at $62 per night, as of September 2010. The motor inn's 1960s diner-style restaurant, is frequented regularly by local Victorians who like the restaurant's home-style cuisine, with menu items such as fish 'n' chips and chicken pot pie. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The motor inn's 14 "Courtyard Rooms" are in the rear of the building, removed from the street traffic, and they feature a sitting room. Paul's is only a five-minute walk from the Chinatown area, which features Oriental-style eateries and shops.
Paul's Motor Inn and Restaurant
1900 Douglas St.
Victoria, BC V8T 4K8
Canada
866-333-7285
paulsmotorinn.com
The Inn at Laurel Point is in the southwestern corner of downtown Victoria. Outdoor enthusiasts looking for urban recreation should check Laurel Point Park, which is adjacent to the hotel. This recreation area features walking paths through a Japanese-style garden and chances for bird watching on Victoria Harbour's shores. Wildlife and the Japanese gardens can be seen from the private balconies in the guest rooms as well. Pets may stay for an extra fee, and the hotel provides pet bedding and food upon request. Pets must be on a leash at all times while in the hotel. In-room massage therapies and body treatments are available for guests.
Inn at Laurel Point
680 Montreal St.
Victoria, BC V8V 1Z8
Canada
250-386-8721
laurelpoint.com
The theme of the Robin Hood Motel, located in northwestern Victoria, is based on the legendary folk hero by the same name, and it features a large, caricature mural of Robin Hood on the front wall of the building. This budget accommodation offers room rates as low as $66, as of September 2010. However, prices go up during the summer months for the active tourist season. Guests can also take advantage of the Victoria public transportation by using the bus stops in front of the motel. The motel rooms offer kitchenettes, which allows guests to save money instead of dining out on the town. Bicyclists who stay at Robin Hood can take advantage of Victoria's many trails, including the Lochside Trail, an 18-mile path that runs from Victoria to Swartz Bay.
Robin Hood Motel
136 George Road E.
Victoria, BC V9A 1L4
Canada
800-434-8835
robinhoodmotel.com
