The Oswego Hotel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Victoria hotel in James Bay with a 24-hour fitness centre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Reception
Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Front of property
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Restaurant
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Explore the area

Map
500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC, V8V5C1
  • Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
    4 min walk
  • Victoria Harbour
    4 min walk
  • Fisherman's Wharf Park
    6 min walk
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    13 min walk

Room options

Basic Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Victoria

At The Oswego Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .Bar500 is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and pet-sitting services. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class James Bay hotel, attractions include University of Victoria and Butchart Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Government Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Fish Blue Fish - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Oswego Hotel

Eco-certified Victoria hotel in James Bay with a 24-hour fitness centre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified The Oswego Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Oswego Hotel offers 80 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature down duvets. This Victoria hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (CAD 17 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar500

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 39.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • 1.05 per cent destination fee will be charged.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 40 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: CAD 17 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 39.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Oswego
Oswego Hotel
Oswego Hotel Victoria
Oswego Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel
The Oswego Hotel Victoria
The Oswego Hotel Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Oswego Hotel?

Yep, The Oswego Hotel has a secured covered self car park for CAD 17 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Oswego Hotel?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oswego Hotel on 8 Dec 2024 start from NZ$263.79, 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 there a spa on site at The Oswego Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

What makes The Oswego Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Oswego Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Oswego Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Oswego Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Oswego Hotel?

No, The Oswego Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Oswego Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Oswego Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Oswego Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Oswego Hotel, with pet-sitting services and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Oswego Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 948 out of 1266 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1266 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1266 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1266 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1266 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, comfortable hotel in a great location. Rooms are well appointed, clean, and spacious. Amenities abound. We would have liked A/C on warmer nights, but ceiling and floor fans helped.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable suite. Easy to make it home for a few days with the plus of being pet friendly. Great location too. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with kitchen and comfy bed/linens. Everything you need for a comfortable stay… and very dog friendly. We always stay here when we travel to Victoria
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel well located. Quiet, big rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In building parking not accessible/secure parking- staff did not have knowledge of parking rules, or where to park as demarked height of parking entrance was incorrect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meiling Grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Our favourite hotel when we visit Victoria. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica, Toronto

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, spacious rooms, very friendly staff. Good location. No AC and I really didn’t see anything other than opting out of daily cleaning services that I would consider to be eco friendly practices
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izabella, New Westminster

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing! We had an amazing experience there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn Ostrem and Donald

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC or pool but everything else was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay with a few quirks
Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the Oswego. It is in a nice, quiet location close to all the main sites. Two things to note, more so as observations than complaints. 1. The hotel advertises their pet friendliness and this was part of what motivated our decision to book. There was a cute note and a treat for our dog, but not the other perks that were noted when we booked (dog bed, bowls, etc.). Again, not really a complaint per se but for the room price and the fact it was specifically advertised on their page and website, we did expect it. 2. We were surprised that the room refresh didn’t include making the bed? When we arrived back in our room after a long day we initially thought the room hadn’t been cleaned up at all, but then noticed towels folded. So someone had been in the room and tidied, but did not make the bed. Not the end of the world, but surprising.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised. Located in a lovely, quiet neighbourhood while still being walkable into downtown shops/restaurants. Fully equipped with mini fridge, dishwasher, Keurig, and everything you’d need to stay for any duration. A great stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaoverii

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Norfolk

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with suites - we had a one bedroom with a full kitchen. This makes it easy when traveling with a toddler. Pack and play was provided. Amazing restaurant / cafe on site, fun lobby to hang out in and board games to borrow. Laundry room available to guests. It is very close to bus stops but also walking distance to the Harbour front and downtown.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lee-Huei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AC issues
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoonhee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice boutique style hotel. Stayed in a one bedroom suite with a full kitchen which was perfect. It had an incredible view of the ocean. It’s perfect for 2 people (for eating), in terms of seating room at the counter. Three or four people would be tight. It’s is located in a residential community just one street from the main road and close to everything Victoria has to offer. Loved our stay and will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool, beautiful space with exceptional service from every person we met. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nevada, Chesterfield

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel only a couple of blocks from the downtown area which was bustling and great fun.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is so close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024