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The Oswego Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Oswego hotel features a stone facade with a circular logo and lush planters.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.
Cozy dining area with a stone wall, wooden beams, and large windows.
Welcome to Hotel 500, where guests can enter through the grand entrance flanked by stone pillars and potted plants.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, armchairs, and a small table, offering a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(94 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 56.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, iPod dock

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC, V8V5C1

What's nearby

  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Fisherman's Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal BC Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Fish Blue Fish - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Oswego Hotel

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Victoria Harbour
Located close to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and British Columbia Parliament Building, The Oswego Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Aegir Room, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; the property also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, evening entertainment, and a vending machine
  • Bicycle parking, books, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 80 individually furnished rooms boast perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and deep soaking tubs
  • 32-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, composting, and eco-friendly cleaning products

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CAD 20 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Aegir Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Private wine tours
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 39.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 99.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 40 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 39.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum CAD 99.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out 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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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
Property Registration Number ST861410328

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Hotel Oswego
Oswego Hotel
Oswego Hotel Victoria
Oswego Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel
The Oswego Hotel Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Is The Oswego Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 39.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Oswego Hotel?

Self parking is available for CAD 20 per day.

What time is check-in at The Oswego Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Oswego Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Oswego Hotel located?

Located in James Bay, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Harbour, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, and British Columbia Parliament Building. Victoria Fisherman's Wharf and Royal BC Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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The Oswego Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1077 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1440 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute hotel, clean and comfortable, good restaurant and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel which we have stayed at previously.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel, super friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hôtel. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect weekend getaway! Lovely hotel and lovely staff working there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, easy walking distance to downtown attractions,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great restaurant and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel. You can walk everywhere. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious rooms, friendly staff, walkable to all main attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. A little ways from the main action but good nonetheless
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, lots of room, stayed I suite 805, great suite. Stayed here before about 4 years ago as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwok

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite parts - location… the restaurant… and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay😁
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice surroundings. Walkable access to shopping, dining and park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience at the Oswego. Suite was large. Bed was super comfortable.location is ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean plus a ring side seat to the Snowbirds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and very comfortable. It had modern finishes and was well equipped. Staff were very friendly too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in a quiet neighborhood with excellent choices for Breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renuka Tulsi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, friendly and professional staff, waling distance to all amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near all the Victoria’s downtown attractions. Lots of amenities! We slept well!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely neighbourhood, beautifully maintained and clean. Good sized room with modern comfortable furniture. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025