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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Victoria Harbour

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Lobby
A short walk from Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, Helms Inn provides a garden, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(120 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel near Victoria Harbour
Located close to Royal BC Museum and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, Helms Inn provides a garden, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • A computer station, newspapers in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Helms Inn include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Recycling, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CAD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Helms Inn
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Victoria
Helm`s Hotel Victoria
Helms Hotel Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Is Helms Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Helms Inn?

Self parking is available for CAD 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Helms Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Helms Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Helms Inn located?

Located in James Bay, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Thunderbird Park and Royal BC Museum. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are also within 15 minutes.

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