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Fairmont Empress

4-star Hotel with Indoor pool

4 stars

721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5

+1 250 384 8111
8.9
Very Good

based on 1,550 reviews

€157
Rate

per night

Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
€157
King room
€169
Double room
€180
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About Fairmont Empress, Victoria

Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.8
Services
9.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.0
Located within walking distance of Victoria Railway Station, Fairmont Empress Hotel offers guests an ideal base while visiting Victoria. It features a spa and wellness centre, as well as an indoor pool, a Jacuzzi and a sauna. This award-winning hotel provides an in-house fitness centre, a ballroom and 24-hour room service. Multilingual staff are on hand to assist with booking tours and sightseeing trips, and an express check-in facility is provided for guest convenience. The charming rooms at this 4-star hotel provide movies-on-demand and a CD player. Each provides a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. A spa bath, a refrigerator and a mini bar are also available to guests. On-site dining options include Bengal, which is an ideal spot to enjoy a meal. In the evening, guests can enjoy a drink in the comfortable lounge bar. Fairmont Empress Hotel is close to the area's famous tourist attractions, dining options, nightlife and shops, and BC Ferries is within walking distance. Christ Church Cathedral and the Greater Victoria Public Library are within walking a distance.

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Rooms

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Double room
1 twin bed
2 double beds
2 double beds
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Queen room
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Executive room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
King room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Standard Room
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Microwave
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Allergy-free room

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle hire
  • Cycling
  • Beauty salon

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • EV charging station
  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews

8.9
Very GoodBased on 1,550 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Room was spacious and inviting (in 80 reviews)
  • "In our original room, we looked out on the Inner Harbour." (in 3 reviews)
  • Gold lounge staff was top-notch. (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
  • I've stayed at other hotels that have kept the room service no problem. (in 3 reviews)
  • For a five star hotel (in 2 reviews)
  • No free wifi unlike other hotel (in 19 reviews)


Fairmont Empress room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • What is the best way to get to Fairmont Empress from Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base?

    Fairmont Empress has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base to the hotel, but also to get around Victoria during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Fairmont Empress are on average €40/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Fairmont Empress. The nearest airport to the hotel is Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base.

  • Is Fairmont Empress pet-friendly?

    Fairmont Empress welcomes pets at their venue.

  • Are there food options at Fairmont Empress?

    Yes, Fairmont Empress does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or order something to take away. There are also many other quality food options in Victoria for those looking for something different. If you are staying at Fairmont Empress, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Fairmont Empress have a pool?

    Yes, Fairmont Empress has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • What is the phone number for Fairmont Empress?

    For assistance from an employee at Fairmont Empress please call +1 250 384 8111.

  • Does Fairmont Empress have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Fairmont Empress has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Fairmont Empress?

    There is a hotel gym accessible to guests staying at Fairmont Empress. Most hotel gyms are not 24-hours, so be sure to ask the front desk for gym hours and availability.

  • What time is check-out for Fairmont Empress?

    For Fairmont Empress, the required check-out time is 11:00. Check-in may be available from 16:00. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.

  • How much is a room at Fairmont Empress?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Fairmont Empress at the moment between €185 and €360 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in Fairmont Empress?

    The accommodation features laundry services for all guests. You can leave your travel iron at home and use the irons provided at the accommodation.

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Places of interest near Fairmont Empress

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Fairmont Empress location: 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5

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Royal BC Museum0.2 km
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