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Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG

4.0 star property
Guests can relax by the seasonal pool or explore on rental bikes, all while enjoying attentive service from the helpful staff.

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Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake, near Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park, offers a refreshing retreat with a seasonal pool and sun loungers. Explore nearby attractions like The Gardens at HCP or scenic bike trails. Enjoy in-room WiFi and multilingual staff for comfort and convenience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 32 sq m
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Victoria, Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG is in the suburbs and in a regional park. Cordova Bay Golf Course and Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit The Gardens at HCP and Dominion Astrophysical Observatory. Victoria Butterfly Gardens and Butchart Gardens are not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Victoria travel guide
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4670 Elk Lake Dr, Victoria, BC, V8Z 5M1

What's nearby

  • Victoria_Elk-BeaverLakeRegionalPark_553248621562263547-6
    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria_UniversityofVictoria_6072293-3
    University of Victoria
    18 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Royal Oak Golf Club
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rithet's Bog Conservation Area
    1 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Elk Lake
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    17 min walk
  • Jack's Chinese Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Starbucks
    14 min walk
  • De Dutch
    6 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
Located close to The Gardens at HCP and Camosun College - Interurban Campus, Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG provides a terrace, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a bus station shuttle, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (875 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 10 to May 20:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night (maximum CAD 60 per stay), plus a deposit of CAD 60 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 33 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
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: CAD 60 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per pet, per night (maximum CAD 60 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Howard Johnson Hotel Wyndham Victoria Elk Lake
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 10 to May 20.

Is Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 33 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of CAD 60 per stay and a fee of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG?

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

Where is Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG located?

Situated in a regional park, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Gardens at HCP and Camosun College - Interurban Campus. Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence and Cordova Bay Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 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

Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 480 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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A great hotel. We have stayed here several times when we need a hotel in the Victoria area. The hotel is always clean, comfortable beds, friendly staff. I definitely recommend this hotel for your next Victoria stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

alan

Very accommodating and courteous staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Devon

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This hotel had everything we needed! There was plenty of parking, including underground and even with our Yukon we could fit into the parking. The rooms were clean and large enough that we could fit the playpen for our baby which the hotel provided. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

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excellent staff / nice comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernie

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Just a few min drive you can find the shops that you need
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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Was a very comfortably stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Franssen

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Clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfortable and linens very nice. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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Room clean and classy, staff very polite and eager to help.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

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We have stayed at the Property many times and have always found it to be excellent. The Staff is courteous and efficient and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maurice

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Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

brenda

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Staff were courteous and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta Joyce

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Everything was great only complaint is the shower water pressure. Staff & restaurant staff so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Clean, roomy room. Decent restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lorraine

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Yes clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lisa-Mae

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was in good condition, staff courteous, amenities etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

daryl

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Very clean and excellent staff,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anish

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Very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, bed was really comfortable. Staff very friendly. Breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff Perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Sze Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice and helpful. Clean room . Location convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

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Very pleasant stay. Heat/AC noisy and couldn't turn the fan off, but great other than that.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Great staff and location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025