James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers a serene setting with a lovely garden and on-site restaurant. Guests start their day with a cooked-to-order breakfast before heading out for ecotours, hiking, or biking. The property's mini golf course provides fun for everyone.
Located in James Bay, a neighborhood in Victoria, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Chinatown and Government House are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Emily Carr House and British Columbia Parliament Building are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Victoria travel guide
270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2
What's nearby
Government Street
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Royal BC Museum
6 min walk - 0.5 km
British Columbia Parliament Building
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Victoria Harbour
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
34 min drive
Restaurants
Good Earth Coffeehouse
5 min walk
Q At The Empress
10 min walk
Beacon Drive In
7 min walk
Tea at the Empress
10 min walk
The Old Spaghetti Factory
9 min walk
About this property
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites
Hotel near Beacon Hill Park
Located close to Emily Carr House and British Columbia Parliament Building, James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites provides a terrace, mini golf, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like ecotours and hiking/biking at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, JBI Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Tour/ticket assistance, ATM/banking services, and a vending machine
Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast, and overall value
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Recycling, heating, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
JBI Cafe
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails
Mini golf
Family friendly
Mini golf
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
More
3 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1911
Edwardian architecture
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
More
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10.00 to 30 per person
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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 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
Property is also known as
James Bay Inn Hotel
The James Bay Hotel
James Bay Hotel
James Bay & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel Victoria
Frequently asked questions
Is James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?
As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites on 6 April 2026 start from AED 251, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites located?
Located in James Bay, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Emily Carr House and Beacon Hill Park. British Columbia Parliament Building and Royal BC Museum are also within 10 minutes.
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
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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One of my fave places to stay in Victoria. Great customer service, reasonable rates, walkable to the downtown harbor and great restaurant on site. Have stayed here 5+ times in the last few years.
Beautiful suite upstairs which we enjoyed for 5 days. Location to downtown is amazing, and the restaurant and pub on site serve incredible food. Highly recommend this Hotel!!!
The hotel was so great. Old world feel, charming furnishings, photos of Victoria’s history, hidden balconies and quiet corners, friendly, welcoming staff, clean rooms all in beautiful, historic James Bay. What more could you want?
The James Bay Inn is an eclectic, wonderful hotel. The staff is exceptional, and the hotel is ideally situated with easy access to downtown Victoria as well as Beacon Hill Park. Daily housekeeping, which is a luxury these days, was greatly appreciated. I recommend this hotel most highly.
I love the James Bay Inn. This character inn is conveniently located near the downtown in a lovely neighbourhood. The staff are friendly and always willing to help you in whatever way they can. The rooms and common areas are immaculate and have a wonderful old world feel.
Our first stay at James Bay Inn was perfect. Friendly and welcoming staff. Love the heritage of the property. We walked to the harbour both day and night and loved it. Very easy parking and driving location.