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Helms Inn

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

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Lobby
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Front of property
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
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. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this James Bay hotel include Thunderbird Park - Royal BC Museum and Beacon Hill Park.

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 2 min walk
  • Royal BC Museum - 4 min walk
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 5 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour - 9 min walk
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk

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

Things to do

  • Library

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

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 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on 28 Jan 2025 start from NZ$185.59, 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. 927 out of 1379 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1379 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1379 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1379 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1379 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

Beverly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The property is a short walk from downtown Victoria and right next to a large park! The hotel room was spacious; including a living room separate from the bedroom and also an efficiency kitchen that was well equipped for making meals. The person at reception was kind and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to move rooms due to construction/noise next to our room. (From Room 206 to 304). We were not given any notice of construction prior to check in. However, we did definitely enjoy our stay at Helms Inn. In addition, we were comped / refunded one night's stay due to the disruption of construction noise. We thank the staff and management for this generous compensation!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brendaen, SANDY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Wish we had warmer weather to take advantage of the private patio just outside our sliding doors.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for the marathon weekend. Didn’t like my room on the bottom level, I could smell cigarette smoke drifting in from the cars at the stoplights. Everything in the room was in good working order, it had the things I needed to make simple meals, a large fridge freezer and stove. The bathroom was very clean. The tables were a little dusty and the chairs need new covers or just get plastic ones they really showed their dirt. Overall great location, that is the main selling feature.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The central location is key.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jerome

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Place But be Aware of Potential Problem
Nice, clean place, convenient to many attractions in downtown Victoria. HOWEVER, there is no elevator to some of the rooms and having to lug luggage up and down flights of stairs is arduous, inconvenient, and could potentially lead to injuring oneself,particularly if someone is disabled to begin with. Nowhere in the description of this facility is the lack of an elevator to some rooms presented.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
The room was very clean and comfortable. It was also very noisy. The hotel is quite large so it is probably possible to get a quieter room away from the traffic noise on Douglas. On the up side, the location is fantastic and walkable almost everywhere. The price to pay for the the noise?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older hotel but clean. Within walking distance to the main attractions. Some of the rooms are still being renovated in a different building, but the noise was kept at a minimum. Our room was nice. The kitchenette is convenient and well stocked. My only complaint is the beds are rock hard. Not good for folks with back and hip problems. Other than that, I was very satisfied. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the very clean spacious room, comfy bed, great location and proximity to Victoria harbour and all there is to see and enjoy there. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The side we stayed on was close to a bus route and at times such as 5 am was disruptive. Other than that it was a lovely stay. Would definitely come back, though away from traffic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine St.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suite was super cute. We loved the kitchenette. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Relaxing Stay
We enjoyed our well appointed little apartment. The front desk staff were very helpful and cheerful. The location is wonderful, close to downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and roomy. Full kitchen, comfortable bed and quiet. Across from Beacon Park. I will definitely stay here again. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only here for a short bit, but it was a fantastic location and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything you'd need to make small meals. We will def stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very large with a King bed and full kitchen. A very sweet deal on a busy long weekend. Unfortunately we did not sleep well because it was a third floor room and way too warm. The two small windows were open but did not let in much air. We did not want to run the AC due to noise. The street below was extremely noisy, especially the street sweeping machine that roared by twice at 5 AM sounding like a jet plane. The property is older but in excellent condition. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cinnamon, Parksville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aman

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean property, firm beds very clean, Kitchen, friendly staff. Does not have elevator though. Walking distance from the main downtown and beacon hill park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area, nice tooms
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Manon

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very large room with kitchen. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ease of check in, quietness and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fangyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant three nights in Helm’s in. Hotel is close to everything I wanted to visit.Really loved it that it has a little kitchen area plus the bed is in a separate room. Feels like in an apartment other than a hotel. Nice and sweet!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely think of the Helm's Inn when returning to Victoria. The little suite was perfect for the two of us. Clean and well appointed. Nice beds and linen. Location was very handy to all the things we wanted to see in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024