Hotel Rialto

3.5 star property
Downtown Victoria's Hotel Rialto puts travelers in the heart of the action with easy access to museums, ferries, and a restaurant that locals appreciate

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Hotel Rialto is steps from the Royal BC Museum and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Borrow bikes to explore the harbor, work out in the gym, or dine at The Palms. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, a 24-hour business center, and helpful concierge staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(107 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Hotel Rialto is in Downtown Victoria, a walkable area in Victoria with great shopping. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal BC Museum and Butchart Gardens. 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 sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Victoria travel guide
Map
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC, V8W 1N8

What's nearby

  • Lower Johnson Street
    Lower Johnson Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Government Street
    Government Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chinatown
    Chinatown
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bay Centre
    Bay Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victoria_VictoriaConferenceCentre_6253388-3
    Victoria Conference Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tacofino
    6 min walk
  • Hope Key Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • The Vicious Poodle
    2 min walk
  • Golden City Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • John's Place Restaurant
    1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rialto

Boutique hotel near Victoria Harbour
Close to Royal BC Museum and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, Hotel Rialto provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Palms, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Additional perks include:
  • Bike rentals, access to a nearby health club, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, a computer station, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, bar, and central location
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (CAD 25 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Palms

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 1.16 percent destination fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 25 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Rialto Hotel
Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Rialto pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rialto?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Rialto?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Hotel Rialto located?

Located in Downtown Victoria, this boutique hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lower Johnson Street and Royal BC Museum. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Rialto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1802 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 536 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 2575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 2575 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional and truly cared about our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jo-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was central and safe. The rooms were clean and bright. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, boutique feel, bed comfort, price point, and the delicious welcome cookies and drinks:) Will return again and again...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Great location and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and close to downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ann Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk will be there for everything you need. Nice quiet unique hotel
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying here, great rooms, great location, and the restaurant is fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, great amenities and the room offers everything needed. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was modern and well appointed. The bed and linens were luxurious. It was very convinent to walk to all the tourist spots. The on-site restaurant was convenient and offered a great menu.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here multiple times and have always had a good experience. The location is great, the rooms are clean and the staff is always friendly and helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Central location. Fun sports bar and restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff (thank you Ronnie and everyone at the sports bar).
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean lobby, hotel room; close to shops, restaurants, parking; very friendly and courteous staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Zekeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with good vibe at night but honestly overpriced for the size of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little hotel is the best. Everytime I come to Victoria, it’s consistently amazing. Friendly and super hospitable! The cookies in the room are delicious too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Realyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, quiet environment and accessible to the downtown area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, very helpful and accommodating with early and late checkouts, holding bags outside of our stay so we could explore the city. We changed our hotel on our return trip just to stay here again for one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The double queen bedroom was amazing! Very spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendlt staff, central location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great with pets. Comfy bed. Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was kinda small and dated but it is a perfect location for being able to walk everywhere downtown Victoria
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julieta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so clean. We stay to attend a concert in Victoria and it was close to many amenities. We were able to rest and it was not noisy. We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026