subject: Affordable Lodging Options Harbor Views Restored Mansions Honeymoon Suites Bird-watching Ocean Views [print this page] Victoria Hotels Near Vancouver Island Victoria Hotels Near Vancouver Island
Victoria and Vancouver Island are teeming with attractions and activities ready to provide you with the right blend of excitement and rejuvenation you need on your vacation. Its a great destination for your Victoria vacation itinerary with its wonderfully diverse ecosystem; you have rainforests, marshes, meadows, beaches, mountains, oceans, rivers and lakes to explore. You wont be able to see all these if you dont plan your vacation properly, so start early. Experience all these adventures by planning early and start with choosing Victoria hotels that make Vancouver Island readily accessible. Vogue Vacation Suites has beautifully appointed Downtown Victoria, just a few yards away from all the premiere shopping, restaurants, tourist attractions and give you easy access to the harbor where you can catch the ferry to Vancouver Island. The 19 Menzies Manor is also a short walk away from US Ferries and the Inner Harbour. Also consider Across the Harbour, with its cozy guest rooms offering all the necessary amenities for that peaceful, utterly private escape youll need after a tiring day of adventures.
Victoria Hotels and Historic Sites
Victoria is Western Canada's oldest city, and as expected, it is filled with historic attractions with enriching experiences for you. Start your venture into history with the birthplace and childhood home of Emily Carr, one of Canada's most famous artists and authors. Set amidst historic James Bay, the Emily Carr House is a few minutes away from downtown Victoria. Have a bit more of Victorias old-world charm with Craigdarroch Castle and be surrounded with lavish Victorian-era furnishings and interiors. Head out to Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard lighthouse, both classified as National Historic Sites of Canada. For a taste of the arts, visit the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria located in the historic neighborhood of Rockland and home to British Columbias largest public art collection. Have your fill of Victorian-era houses with the Point Ellice House and Helmcken House, the oldest house in British Columbia still on its original site. You must not miss out on these historic sites as well: the Maritime Museum of British Columbia, Royal British Columbia Museum, and St. Anns Academy National Historic Site. Victoria hotels thatll help you relax after a tiring day of touring historic sites are Abigails Hotel, Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa, Swans Suite Hotel, and The Hotel Rialto.
Affordable Victoria Hotels
Victoria, British Columbia features hundreds of attractions thatll surely flood your itinerary. Plan your vacation well and choose affordable Victoria hotels to get the best out of this great destination. Some of the most interesting destinations to include in your itinerary are museums, art galleries, castles, landmarks, gardens and zoos. Travelodge Victoria is an excellent lodging option with its newly renovated rooms and suites with kitchens. Bearing a 3-diamond AAA rating, Travelodge is also conveniently 5 minutes away from popular attractions and downtown Victoria. Another budget friendly option is The Turtle Refuge Hostel, with room rates starting at $15 a night. The hostel is a renovated Victorian house conveniently located in the downtown area, with beaches, Inner Harbor, nightlife spots and malls just a few yards away. You should also consider these other options: Ocean Island Backpackers Inn and Hostelling International Victoria, an award-winning heritage building in the downtown area.
Boutique Victoria Hotels
Victorias old world charm blends well with the latest trends in design and comfort with its extensive collection of boutique Victoria hotels. This can be experienced in its splendid array of boutique hotels, starting with the plush interiors of Victorias art hotel, the Swans Suite Hotel. One of the many Victoria hotels right in the heart of Old Town, youll enjoy a bit of seclusion here with the property having just 29 suites. Youll also find here Swans famous brewpub with its award winning beers, a bistro with nightly live music, and some of the finest original art pieces crafted by local artists. The Brentwood Bay Lodge & Spa is another showcase of design and elegance. The property is Victoria's only five star oceanfront resort; it features elegantly-appointed interiors, contemporary coastal cuisine, and a full-service spa. This resort is also a few yards away from must-see Butchart Gardens. You should also look up Abigails Hotel, just a short walk away from downtowns main attractions, Inner Harbour, parks and museums. This top-class property features Jacuzzi soaker baths and wood-burning fireplaces. A stay in this hotel includes a three course gourmet breakfast, personally presented by the Executive Chef, and evening hors d'oeuvres. Also worth looking into are The Bedford Regency and The Magnolia Hotel & Spa.
