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A city meant to be explored by walking, touring around Victorias beautiful gardens, museums, parks, landmarks, restaurants, and shops will tend to drain you by days end. To keep yourself energized, stay in Victoria hotels that feature relaxing vistas and rejuvenating surrounds. The Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa offers just that, with luxuriously appointed rooms, spectacular views, top-class fitness facilities, European-inspired spa, and splendid restaurants that are sure to restore your energies. Another great option is The Parkside Victoria Resort & Spa which offers the flexibility and service of a luxury hotel while providing the feeling of security and comfort that comes with owning your own vacation home in Victoria. You should also consider the Sidney Waterfront Inn & Spa, Aerie Resort, and Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour, which offers spectacular views of the Olympic Mountain range, Legislative buildings, and the ocean. For an off-the-beaten-path spa experience, try the Merridale Spas Antioxidant Hut, one great way to energize yourself while in the city.
Winter Escapades and Victoria Hotels
The city of Victoria is blessed with temperate climes all year round but its still a great destination if youre looking for some winter fun. Several Victoria Hotels offer the best areas for skiing and snowboarding. Start with Vancouver Islands largest skiing and snowboarding site, Mount Washington. Accessed from both Courtenay and Campbell River, Mount Washington has some of the best alpine adventures waiting for you. You wont run out of things to do even after the snow melts, go hiking across breathtaking trails, hop on to a mountain bike, or simply take in the sights of the spectacular surrounds. Apex is another excellent winter spot, recognized as Canada's Top Small Destination Resort. This resort offers a range of activities for families while boasting of 2000 vertical feet of dry Okanagan powder in the winter. Theres also Big White Ski Resort, the countrys largest exclusively ski-in/ski-out resort village. Set amidst British Columbia's Okanagan Valley near Kelowna, Big White features 15 lifts that lead you to 2,765 acres of 100% natural champagne powder. Other great Victoria hotels for some action in the snow include Sun Peaks, an award-winning year-round destination mountain resort; and Fernie Alpine Resort, one of the top 10 ski resorts in the world and famous for its legendary powder.
Airport Victoria Hotels
The city of Victoria is blessed with moderate climate all year round and some of the most scenic cityscapes; making it one of the best travel destinations for the avid traveler. The citys British heritage is reflected in its elegant homes and neighborhoods, downtown architecture, beautiful parks and gardens. Start your adventures with the magnificent views at the Inner Harbor, which also provides stunning sights of the Empress Hotel and the Parliament Buildings. Start your planning by looking for Victoria hotels that will be your rallying point for all your tours. Some of the best lodging options are those found near the airport, such as Miraloma On The Cove. This resort-style waterfront rental property set amidst private gardens while giving you peaceful ocean and garden views in your own balcony or patio and easy access to seaside gourmet restaurants, attractions, pubs, galleries, spas, bookstores and various shops. You should also consider these Victoria hotels near the airport: Travelodge Victoria Airport Sidney, Cedarwood Inn & Suites, and Quality Inn Waddling Dog, a property that captures Victorias heritage.
Heritage Attractions and Victoria Hotels
The oldest city in Western Canada's, Victoria was established in 1843 and named after Queen Victoria. The city is filled with historic attractions to explore and unravel, such as the Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse, national historic sites that are unique examples of Canada's military and maritime heritage. You can find these adjacent sites at the western entrance to Esquimalt Harbour; just 10 kilometers by road from the downtown area. Fort Rodd Hill is home to three 1890s coast artillery gun batteries, barracks and searchlight emplacements. Fisgard Lighthouse was built in 1860 and is Canadas oldest west coast lighthouse. Canada's largest and most diverse National Historic Site is Hatley Park. Featuring a sprawling castle built in 1908, Hatley Park also has museums, Japanese, Italian and Rose Gardens. You should also see the Emily Carr House, birthplace of one of Canada's famous landscape painters and writers Emily Carr. Other great heritage sites that must be included in your itinerary are the Abkhazi Garden, Craigdarroch Castle, and the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory.
