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Hotel Rialto

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Victoria Harbour

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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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC, V8W 1N8

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Victoria Harbour - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪John's Place Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Toratiki - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rialto

Boutique hotel near Victoria Harbour
Located close to 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, self parking (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and multilingual staff
  • 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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (CAD 14.50 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CAD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 14.50 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 smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 25.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

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 1 mi (2 km) of Lower Johnson Street, Victoria Harbour, and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Government Street and The McPherson Playhouse are just steps away.

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Reviews

Hotel Rialto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1723 out of 2477 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 533 out of 2477 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 2477 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 2477 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 2477 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly friendly staff and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice and the room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Warunee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William N

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and comfortable. Staff were helpful and friendly. Great location to stay in Victoria.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and an excellent central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful Room was as expected
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and helpful staff. Convenient, secure parking across the street. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was great, and the staff were amazing! Totally convenient location for shopping, China Town, downtown, restaurants and everything. Plus the staff in the sports bar was great as well. We had a great time 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cozy, bed was comfortable. Chrome-cast in your room was a nice addition. Great location in downtown Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kymberli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly delightful! We highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was attentive, the downstairs bar had good food and ambience, the room was quaint, yet spacious, clean, mini-fridge, microwave and complimentary coffee were a nice addition. Loved the location and the fact that hotel was a boutique style. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
THE BAR AND RESTERANT WAS FANTASTIC
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean, comfy and with friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find. Awesome room. Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Lovely, clean hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

song

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean. Good location to all restaurants spots in downtown. Very helpful staffs in front desk. VERY INTRIGUED by the hotel history. Definitely will book again for next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Everything was lovely as possible. Excellent staff was an outstanding detail. A delicious restaurant / bar. Fabulous location and a spotless room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of shopping and dining options closeby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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