Vancouver Island Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Vancouver Island
Downtown Victoria
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.
Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
James Bay
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
Saanich East
If you're spending some time in Saanich East, Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Esquimalt
Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum while you're in town.
Fairfield
Unique features of Fairfield include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cook Street Village or Ross Bay Cemetery while you're exploring the area.
Fairmont Empress
"Splendid facility , immaculately clean with an extraordinary helpful staff that never stopped asking us if we needed anything else. Gold Level service allowed us a sumptuous free breakfast and an afternoon snack bar that substituted for dinner a number of times. We swam in the Health Club pool every ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
"Other than rowdy guests the stay was everything we were expecting/wanted."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"The whole hotel smells very bad."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Parkside Hotel & Spa
"Excellent stay, and one of the comfiest beds ever!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
SookePoint Ocean Cottage Resort
Fred Tibbs Ocean Front Condos
"Beautiful condo. View was amazing. Location was perfect. We’d stay again forsure!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Wickaninnish Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wickaninnish Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Long Beach. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
University of Victoria
Explore the campus of University of Victoria during your visit to Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Parksville Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Parksville Beach during your travels in Parksville? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Fisherman's Wharf Marina
Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Fisherman's Wharf Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Government Street
Government Street is just one of the places to see in Victoria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
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.
