Vancouver Island

Travel Guide

Tofino showing tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
British Columbia Parliament Building which includes heritage architecture, a park and night scenes
Port Alberni featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and a sunset
Englishman River Falls Provincial Park featuring forests and a bridge
Sooke which includes a sunset and a pebble beach

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Where to stay in Vancouver Island

Victoria which includes a city, street scenes and a house

Downtown Victoria

4.5/5(796 area reviews)

Downtown Victoria boasts a lively atmosphere with movie theatres, stage theatres, hotels, and various dining options. Explore tourist attractions like Bastion Square, Centennial Square, and the historic Chinatown.

Downtown Victoria
Victoria Harbour featuring heritage elements and a bay or harbor

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbour
Victoria showing a coastal town and a marina

James Bay

5/5(513 area reviews)

You can explore vibrant attractions like Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Royal British Columbia Museum in this area near Victoria's Inner Harbour. Accessible via Belleville Street and other main roads, it also offers a HeliJet terminal and a US ferries terminal.

James Bay
Bear Mountain Golf Resort

Bear Mountain Resort

5/5(8 area reviews)

While Bear Mountain Resort isn't home to many top sights, Bear Mountain Golf Club and Goldstream Provincial Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bear Mountain Resort
The largest urban forest on the Saanich Peninsula.

Saanich East

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Saanich East, you might make a stop by sights like Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course.

Saanich East
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Esquimalt

Southern tip of Vancouver Island hosts Esquimalt, a municipality with a rich naval history and heritage sites like Craigflower farmhouse and schoolhouse. Explore the area along the historic Esquimalt and Nanaimo Railway.

Esquimalt
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 500 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 500
SAR 586 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,995 reviews)
"Very central location. Clean but property is showing its age."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 650 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 650
SAR 761 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,837 reviews)
"Fabulous location"

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 512 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 512
SAR 600 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,828 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Hotel Grand Pacific
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The Parkside Hotel & Spa
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
3.5 out of 5
810 Humboldt Street, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,833 reviews)
"Was a great room and location to downtown Front desk crew amazing"

Reviewed on 17 February 2025

The Parkside Hotel & Spa
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
3 out of 5
1175 Resort Drive, Parksville, BC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Parksville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (532 reviews)
"I loved my stay!"

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort
SoLo Suites
SoLo Suites
4 out of 5
590 Goldstream Ave, Victoria, BC
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (595 reviews)
"Good place to stay."

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

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Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour featuring a bay or harbor and heritage architecture

Victoria Harbour

4.5/5(876 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Harbour. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Harbour
Butchart Gardens featuring a river or creek

Butchart Gardens

5/5(579 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Butchart Gardens, a lovely green space in Brentwood Bay. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Butchart Gardens
Mount Washington Alpine Resort showing a luxury hotel or resort and snow

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

5/5(5 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Courtenay with a visit to Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Government Street featuring a house, a small town or village and street scenes

Government Street

4.5/5(511 reviews)

During your visit to Victoria, you can do some window-shopping at Government Street. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Government Street
Chesterman Beach featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views

Chesterman Beach

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Chesterman Beach during your travels in Tofino? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.

Chesterman Beach
Royal BC Museum showing interior views

Royal BC Museum

4.5/5(370 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Royal BC Museum in Victoria. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal BC Museum