The Fairmont Empress
Situated on the banks of Victoria's Inner Harbor is The Fairmont Empress, one of the jewels in the Fairmont chain. Built in 1908 in the Victorian style, it has been restored since 1989 to its original grandeur and offers an assortment of stately guest rooms and suites of varying size. Winner of the Conde Nast Traveler Magazine Award in 2009, The Fairmont Empress is generally recognized as one of Victoria's finest hotels. A spa and fitness center and an indoor heated pool are among the hotel's amenities. Business travelers can avail themselves of services such as high-speed Internet access, in-room data ports and direct phone lines. Traditional afternoon tea is served daily. Pets are welcome for an additional fee.
The Fairmont Empress
721 Government St.
Victoria, BC Canada
V8W 1W5
(250) 384-8111
fairmont.com/empress
Hotel Grand Pacific
Hotel Grand Pacific was the winner of the Conde Nast Traveler Magazine Award in 2008. It is located in downtown Victoria overlooking the city's famous Inner Harbor. Comfortable guest accommodations include rooms with private balconies, one-bedroom suites and larger luxury suites. All come equipped with bathrobe, coffeemaker, high-speed Internet connection, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and complimentary newspaper. The fitness center includes a well-appointed gym, steam room, sauna and heated pool. The hotel offers fitness classes such as yoga and Pilates. The business center provides computers, office supplies and copier and fax service. A conference room is available on an hourly basis. Pets stay for an additional fee.
Hotel Grand Pacific
1463 Belleville St.
Victoria, BC Canada
V8V 1X3
(250) 386-0450
hotelgrandpacific.com
Brentwood Bay Lodge and Spa
Brentwood Bay Lodge is Victoria's only five-star oceanfront hotel. A boutique hotel, and therefore much smaller than the traditional luxury hotels, with only 33 rooms, Brentwood Bay Lodge concentrates on the spa aspects of its amenities and caters more to vacationers than to business travelers. Massages, esthetic treatments, body wraps and hydrotherapies are offered in addition to the standard manicures, pedicures and facials. All ocean suites have balconies, gas fireplaces, massage showers and jetted tubs. Other in-room treats are water infused with fruit flavors and freshly-baked cookies. The on-site marina and eco-adventure center--open March through October--appeal to guests who enjoy canoeing, kayaking or scuba diving. No pets are allowed.
Brentwood Bay Lodge and Spa
849 Verdier Ave.
Victoria, BC Canada
V8M 1C5
(250) 544-2079
brentwoodbaylodge.com
