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
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
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Saanich West

While there might not be top attractions in Saanich West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Princess Louisa Inlet and Uptown Center.

Saanich West
Fairmont Empress
Fairmont Empress
4.5 out of 5
721 Government St, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 778 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
SAR 778
SAR 912 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,938 reviews)
"All staff!! We had an amazing experience."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Fairmont Empress
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 608 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
SAR 608
SAR 712 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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! (2,116 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the location of this property. It’s easy to walk anywhere downtown Victoria from here, yet is tucked away in a quiet location. The hotel itself is nicely kept up and rooms are very clean. My only complaint would be it seemed they gave us one of their least desirable rooms because we ..."

Reviewed on 15 April 2025

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific
4 out of 5
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC
The price is SAR 618 per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18
SAR 618
SAR 724 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,964 reviews)
"The mattress was incredibly hard! The stay would have been a 5 if I’d been able to sleep better."

Reviewed on 13 April 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! (2,857 reviews)
"We planned each activity for my fourteen year old and she absolutely loved it. With the swimming, rooftop s'mores roasting, facial at the spa and the private movie theater rental, we barely wanted to leave the hotel!"

Reviewed on 1 April 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! (554 reviews)
"Everything was nice and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 9 April 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! (628 reviews)
"Great for quick and easy work trips!"

Reviewed on 13 April 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
Parksville Beach featuring rocky coastline and a pebble beach

Parksville Beach

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Parksville Beach during your travels in Parksville? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Parksville Beach
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
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
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