THE EMBASSY INN, Victoria – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
520 Menzies Street,
Victoria,
Canada,
V8V 2H4,
British Columbia
The Embassy Inn - Downtown hotel near BC Legislature
Located in downtown Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, the Embassy Inn Hotel is a short walk from the BC Legislature, Royal BC Museum, and Victoria Conference Centre. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, a complimentary hot buffet breakfast, and pet-friendly rooms. Amenities include an outdoor heated pool, free underground and surface parking, and a 24-hour front desk. The property is close to attractions such as Beacon Hill Park, Ogden Point Breakwater, and Chinatown.
Additional perks of the hotel
Complimentary newspapers (Times Colonist and the Globe and Mail)
Business center
Pet-friendly rooms and amenities
Free local calls
Seasonal outdoor heated pool
Rooms
The Embassy Inn offers 70 guest rooms and suites, all featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen HDTVs, microwaves, mini fridges, and private balconies. Traditional rooms include a bar fridge, Keurig coffee maker, and in-room safe. One-Bedroom Suites have a full kitchen with fridge, stove, and microwave, along with separate living areas and sofa beds. Some suites feature multiple balconies with views of the Juan de Fuca, Haro, and Georgia straits.
Other conveniences
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Hairdryer
Work desk and chair
Voicemail
In-room safe
Plush bedding
Free daily newspaper
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520 Menzies Street,
Victoria,
Canada,
V8V 2H4,
British Columbia
Map view
520 Menzies Street,
Victoria,
Canada,
V8V 2H4,
British Columbia
City landmarks
Museum
Royal BC Museum
2500 ft
Park
Beacon Hill Park
4900 ft
Castle
Craigdarroch Castle
1.3
mi
Park
Fisherman's Wharf Park
3500 ft
Museum
Miniature World
2300 ft
Zoo
Victoria Bug Zoo
2500 ft
Museum
Helmcken House
3200 ft
Landmark
Government Street
2300 ft
Landmark
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia
3200 ft
Square
Bastion Square
3000 ft
Landmark
Craigflower Manor and Schoolhouse
4700 ft
Landmark
Chinatown
4600 ft
Church
St Andrew's Cathedral
4000 ft
Landmark
St. Ann's Academy National Historic Site
2500 ft
Shopping Area
The Bay Centre
3000 ft
Stadium
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
1.2
mi
Landmark
Terry Fox Statue
4600 ft
Public Building
Victoria City Hall
4700 ft
Garden
Government House
1.4
mi
Landmark
Old Town
3200 ft
Museum
Emily Carr House
2700 ft
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
4100 ft
Landmark
Fan Tan Alley
4300 ft
Landmark
Point Ellice House
1.7
mi
Nearby
Public Building
British Columbia Parliament Buildings
500 ft
Victoria
Inner Harbour
1600 ft
430 Belleville St
Black Ball Ferry Line
1900 ft
Gallery
Bateman Foundation Gallery of Nature
600 ft
Government Street and Belleville Street
Emily Carr Statue
900 ft
Menziess Street y Belleville Street Se encuentra dentro de una plaza
Confederation Fountain
600 ft
Restaurants
Good Earth Coffeehouse
900 ft
535 Superior Street Victoria
Discovery Coffee
1100 ft
281 Menzies St
The Love Perogy
1400 ft
2155 Sooke Rd
Songhees Seafood & Steam
1800 ft
254 Belleville St
Le Petit Dakar
1800 ft
904B Esquimalt Rd
Liberty Cafe & Deli
2000 ft
708 Douglas St
Perverted Ice Cream
1900 ft
604 Humboldt St
James Bay Coffee and Books
1800 ft
143 Menzies St nearest corner Menzies at Simcoe
Superior Pizza
2000 ft
455 Simcoe St
Sandwich Corner
2100 ft
610 Courtney St
Chocolats Favoris
2400 ft
Chocolats Favoris 1010 Government St 1010 Government Street
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 12 reviews
4.5/5
based on 882 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 3111 reviews
#15 of 45 hotels in Victoria based on Tripadvisor
Jonathan
United Kingdom,
May
2024
9.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and a small kitchenette with all the conveniences and cooking facilities. The service was outstanding, offering amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance. The location couldn't be better, right across from the Parliament, making it easy to explore the city. The dining experience was great with delicious grilled dishes. The facilities were top-notch, meeting all my needs during my stay.
Rooms
10.0
I loved the freshly renovated room with a very comfortable bed and a small kitchenette.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, providing everything from dry cleaning to tours assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is unbeatable, right across from the Parliament, making it convenient for sightseeing.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience exceeded my expectations with delicious grilled dishes included.
Facilities
10.0
The facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
convenient location
pricey
Will
United States,
April
2024
8.4/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The location was superb, just across from the Parliament building and close to the inner harbor. The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and all the conveniences needed for a great stay. The service was exceptional with helpful staff offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services. However, the dining options were limited to sweet rolls only. Despite that, it was a great value for the money, and I would highly recommend it.
Rooms
9.0
The room I stayed in was freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and had all the conveniences needed for a great stay.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with friendly staff offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was superb, just across from the Parliament building and close to the inner harbor, making it convenient to explore the area.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was limited to sweet rolls only, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities, including cooking facilities in the room, making the stay even more convenient.
Margaret
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.2/10
The hotel offers convenient rooms with small kitchenette and cooking facilities, freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed. The friendly service exceeds expectations, although the price could be more competitive. The location is ideal for exploring the surroundings, close to the Parliament, Waterfront, and various dining options. The included dining, like the focaccia bread, adds to the overall positive experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed.
Service
8.0
The service is friendly and attentive.
Location
9.0
The hotel is right across the Parliament and close to the Waterfront & numerous restaurants, shops, and coffee shops.
Dining
7.0
The included dining, featuring focaccia bread, enhances the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are well-maintained and provide essential conveniences.
Walter
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located across the Parliament with easy access to tourist attractions and near the harbor. The rooms are freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed but do not have cooking facilities. The dining includes Japanese dishes with a rate exclusive feature for the guests. A pleasant stay overall, but some limitations were noticed in the room amenities.
Rooms
8.0
Freshly renovated rooms with a very comfortable bed.
Service
7.0
A range of services available including dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
9.0
Perfect location right across the Parliament and close to the harbour, providing easy access to all the sightseeing spots.
Dining
8.0
Enjoyed the Japanese dishes included in the rate.
Facilities
8.0
Comprehensive facilities available to ensure a convenient stay.
Angela
United States,
January
2024
9.0/10
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel, especially because of the freshly renovated rooms with a very comfortable bed and small kitchenette with cooking facilities. The service was outstanding, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance. The location was perfect, right across from the Parliament building and close to the ferry terminal. The dining experience, which included cheese sandwiches, was satisfying. The facilities were top-notch, making my stay even more enjoyable.
Rooms
9.0
I loved the freshly renovated rooms with a very comfortable bed and small kitchenette with cooking facilities.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right across from the Parliament building and close to the ferry terminal.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience, which included delicious cheese sandwiches, added to the overall enjoyment of my stay.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel were excellent, enhancing my overall experience during my stay.
Brian
United Kingdom,
December
2023
8.6/10
The hotel is conveniently located right across the Parliament, close to the Waterfront and within walking distance of many restaurants, shops, and coffee shops. The rooms offer all the conveniences needed, including a small kitchenette with cooking facilities and comfortable beds. While the dining experience features freshly made sandwiches, there are some areas that could be improved. Overall, a great value for money stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
Rooms are equipped with all the conveniences, a small kitchenette, and cooking facilities. The beds are comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service provided includes dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, with easy access to the Parliament, the Waterfront, inner harbor, ferry terminal, and the main shopping area.
Dining
7.0
Dining offers freshly made sandwiches. The dining experience could be more diverse to enhance the overall stay.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provides great facilities to make the stay convenient and enjoyable.
Herbert
United States,
November
2023
9.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The newly renovated rooms were so cozy and had all the conveniences I needed. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I appreciated the small kitchenette for some quick meals. The location was unbeatable, right across from the Parliament, making it easy to explore the area. The included dining with homemade dishes was a delightful addition to my stay.
Rooms
9.0
The freshly renovated rooms were a dream come true, with a very comfortable bed and cooking facilities.
Service
9.0
The service here was top-notch, from dry cleaning to housekeeping; everything was taken care of with a smile.
Location
10.0
I couldn't have asked for a better location; being right across from the Parliament made exploring so convenient.
Dining
8.0
The included dining experience with homemade dishes was a true highlight of my stay, adding a special touch to each meal.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, providing everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Trevor
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.4/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location is superb, right across from the Parliament and close to the Waterfront with plenty of dining options nearby. The rooms were freshly renovated, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. The service was top-notch, offering dry cleaning and housekeeping, making my stay hassle-free. The dining experience with hand-pulled noodles was a delightful surprise. However, the hotel could benefit from more facilities to enhance the overall experience.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and small kitchenette.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent with convenient dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry services.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is perfect, being right across from the Parliament and not far from various shops and coffee shops.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience with included hand-pulled noodles was a tasty highlight of my stay.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, but more options could elevate the guest experience further.
Lawrence
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.6/10
The hotel is perfectly located, just across the Parliament and in the center of Victoria. The rooms were recently renovated and had a very comfortable bed with all the conveniences of a small kitchenette. The dining experience included home-made desserts.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and a small kitchenette.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located right across the Parliament, in the heart of Victoria, very close to local stores and attractions within walking distance.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great with included home-made desserts.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but a bit limited compared to larger hotels.
central location
high price
Rowland
United Kingdom,
June
2023
9.2/10
The hotel offers a freshly renovated stay with very comfortable beds, perfect for a cozy night's sleep. The small kitchenette in the room adds a nice touch, making it convenient for light meals on the go. However, having only 2 Queen beds might be a bit cramped for larger groups.
Rooms
9.0
The room was freshly renovated with very comfortable beds and a small kitchenette, perfect for a cozy stay.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch with amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry, ensuring a hassle-free stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is superb, right across the Parliament and within easy reach of local stores and the inner harbor, making it ideal for exploring the city.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic with delicious shabu shabu included in the rate, offering a delightful culinary experience.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
James
United Kingdom,
June
2023
9.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and cooking facilities, making my stay very convenient. The service was top-notch with excellent amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry. The location was perfect, right across the Parliament, and the hotel was right in the city center, making it super easy to explore Victoria's attractions. The dining experience was fantastic with delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes. Overall, a great value for money!
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were freshly renovated with a very comfortable bed and cooking facilities, providing all the conveniences I needed.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional with great amenities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and laundry.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right across the Parliament and in the center of Victoria, making it incredibly convenient to explore the city's attractions.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic with a great selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes included in the rate.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Charles
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.6/10
The hotel is perfectly located right across the Parliament, offering easy access to many attractions. The rooms are modern and comfortable, providing all the conveniences one might need. Although the dining options were limited, the overall stay was enjoyable and convenient. The value for money is decent, considering the excellent location.
Rooms
9.0
My room with a small kitchenette was freshly renovated, and the bed was incredibly comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with convenient amenities like dry cleaning and housekeeping available.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location right across the Parliament was perfect, providing easy access to many attractions.
Dining
7.0
Although the dining options were limited, the included meals were satisfactory.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers all the necessary facilities, making the stay convenient and enjoyable.
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