Arbutus Inn

Hotel within easy reach of Victoria Harbour

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At Arbutus Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Victoria Harbour and Government Street. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and University of Victoria are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
CA $82
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.
A white air conditioning unit with two dials and a vent grille, mounted on a wall with a beige surface.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a digital clock, and floral-patterned curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a floral bedspread, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.
A compact hotel room with a desk, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Very good
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.
A white air conditioning unit with two dials and a vent grille, mounted on a wall with a beige surface.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor (only accessible by stairs)

Wonderful
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a digital clock, and floral-patterned curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a dining table with chairs.

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Exceptional
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a floral bedspread, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.
A white air conditioning unit with two dials and a vent grille, mounted on a wall with a beige surface.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a marble backsplash.
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a glass table, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink with a coffee maker.

Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Wonderful
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
A set of toiletries including a bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion, arranged on a white towel on a granite countertop.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a small refrigerator, a nightstand with a lamp, and a ceiling light.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room desk with a lamp, phone, coffee maker, and a tray with a cup and tissues.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

Very good
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
2898 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8T4M9

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • MayFair Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galloping Goose Trail - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Chinatown - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 7 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 23 min drive
  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 122 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 162 min drive
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 15.5 miles/24.9 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 16.7 miles/26.9 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 17.6 miles/28.3 km
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.1 miles/32.3 km
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 20.8 miles/33.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cakes Etc - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Working Culture Bread - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Arbutus Inn

  • At Arbutus Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Victoria Harbour and Government Street. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and University of Victoria are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property does not accept debit, prepaid, or gift cards, or cash for the room deposit.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

    • Children (13 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: CAD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Arbutus Inn
Arbutus Inn Victoria
Arbutus Victoria
Arbutus Inn Hotel
Arbutus Hotel Victoria
Arbutus Inn Victoria
Arbutus Inn Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does Arbutus Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Arbutus Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Arbutus Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Arbutus Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Arbutus Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.

Is there an onsite casino at Arbutus Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Arbutus Inn like?

Arbutus Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Government Street and 17 minutes' walk from Chinatown. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Arbutus Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Free parking was a convenient and appreciated amenity at this property. (77 reviews)
  • The hotel is close to various restaurants, including Tim Hortons, a Ramen place, and Namaste, offering convenient dining options. (27 reviews)
  • Internet connection was fast, stable, and working well throughout the stay. (9 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is clean and a nice place to stay.
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4/10 Fair

Great place to stay. Clean comfortable
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, quiet location
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10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff were so helpful, gave us good tips
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a quiet and comfortable stay at Arbutus Inn. Toliet wasn't flushing in my room so I was moved across the hall. Staff were friendly and courteous. I would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lots of parking available. Comfortable beds. Staff really helpful and informative.
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8/10 Very good

The room had been recently renovated and was clean. Close to amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Found some things under the bed, but otherwise, the room was clean and snug. We had no issues with noise and slept well. Staff at the desk were helpful.
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Quieter than expected! The staff were very accommodating as we brought our bikes and needed a ground floor room. Renovated bathroom was nice. Kitchenette was also a nice touch.
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6/10 Good

Staff at front desk very welcoming. But noisy being next to National car rental early morning. Pillows were way too thick and no variation which affected sleep comfort.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, nice staff, good location, great place to stay. Would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, quiet budget stay. Would stay again.
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8/10 Very good

A very clean and nicely updated hotel with excellent bus access to downtown Victoria.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, friendly staff
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8/10 Very good

Great location at a reasonable price, close to bus routs and breakfast restaurants.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, friendly staff, convenient location
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was quiet, comfortable and clean with helpful staff, good value for money.
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8/10 Very good

The area around kind of seemed sketchy, but we accidentally left the tailgate open and no one messed with our stuff. The hotel was great! Everything was clean. Not terribly far from downtown
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10/10 Exceptional

stayed for 3 nights for a business trip everything was very good the front desk staff were very friendly and gave helpful directions
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean. Place was very nice and well maintained! Staff were very helpful to us when asking for directions etc. Rooms were nice and the location of the inn was great for getting around. I would definitely stay there again if back in Victoria.
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4/10 Fair

Staff were amazing. Great location for what I want and the price was right. Stayed as I was moving my son into the university of Victoria. I did have an issue with ants in the room, but they accommodated me by moving the room. Only other issue was that the AC was noisy.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable, quiet! Perfect for a relaxing night of sleep after a busy day! Loved it!
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean and served our purposes