Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Victoria Harbour
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Front of property
Courtyard
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Suite, 2 Double Beds | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Laundry
    Laundry
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Explore the area

Map
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Beacon Hill Park
    2 min walk
  • Government Street
    2 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum
    4 min walk
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    11 min walk

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Victoria

Helms Inn places you in the centre of Victoria, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include in-room kitchenettes, free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this James Bay hotel include University of Victoria and Butchart Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sticky Wicket Pub & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Victoria Harbour
Helms Inn offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Helms Inn also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Helms Inn?

Helms Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Helms Inn?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on 28 Nov 2024 start from AU$165.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Helms Inn?

Yep, Helms Inn has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 10 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Helms Inn?

No, Helms Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Helms Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Helms Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 912 out of 1353 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1353 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1353 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1353 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1353 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Colette

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to attractiond
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Central. This is our 4th year staying here . It’s clean and have a kitchen and the rooms are big .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a GREAT place to stay and get around Victoria. We walked everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for visiting downtown Victoria
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicasio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice and clean little place. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tzu-Hsuan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good location to walk around downtown. Comfortable large bed and spacious room. Air conditioning in the room was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with all the amenities. Very nice bathroom as it had windows for great light and ventilation. Air conditioner was too noisy but if you don’t need it then best to turn it off at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was really nice, having the kitchen facilities in the room was really useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a suite at Helm's Inn with our 13-old grandson as part of a 10-day trip to British Columbia and it was our favorite lodging. The room was comfortable and well-laid out; the people on staff were very pleasant and efficient. We all give it 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Building looks questionable from the outside, but rooms are nice and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was on a mainish road but traffic noise was not a problem. Excellent staff recommendation for breakfast within easy walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mae the front desk lady checked us in, she was professional and welcoming. We were worried that we would have to carry our heavy luggages up and down the stairs knowing there was no elevator, but our room was on the second floor with ramps leading to our pathway so that was a plus. The dining area were adequately equipped with kitchenware and the separate sleeping space was comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The kitchenette was a bonus. We walked to much of the downtown. Local bus service has stop right outside front door. $5 all day pass gets you anywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, good size of rooms, the kitchen well equiped
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are excellent, very helpful. Area is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Already me tioned
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn, Vancouver

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas, Regina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great value for a hotel convenient to transportation and landmarks.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024