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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 4-minute walk to Royal BC Museum

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Lobby
Lobby
Property grounds
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Double Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan

Explore the area

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600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, British Columbia Parliament Building
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(125 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(83 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

Basic Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(107 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Victoria

Helms Inn puts you in the heart of Victoria, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Highlights at this hotel include in-room kitchenettes, free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this James Bay hotel include Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Royal Jubilee Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 4-minute walk to Royal BC Museum
Helms Inn offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Helms Inn also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victoria hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
Helms Inn offers 48 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (CAD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: CAD 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Helms Inn
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Victoria
Helm`s Hotel Victoria
Helms Hotel Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel
Helms Inn Victoria
Helms Inn Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Helms Inn?

Helms Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Helms Inn?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on 22 Jan 2026 start from AU$156.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Helms Inn?

Yep, Helms Inn has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 10 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Helms Inn?

No, Helms Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Helms Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Helms Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Helms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1047 out of 1503 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 1503 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1503 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1503 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1503 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent smallish hotel that is consistently clean, quiet and affordable. My favorite and only place to stay in Vic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Martin. Winnipeg

10th stay. Great as always.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice suite and location is close to all the downtown amenities. The price was good. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean room. Heat worked well and was needed since it was chilly during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My go to place in Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice interesting hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a perfectly placed place to lay your head down.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice staff. Very cute and clean hotel. The Reno and decor of the room was top shelf. Can not wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangyong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff looked pleasant and ready to serve the guests.We made a lot of food comfortable in the kitchen and ate it. All the dishes were well-equipped and clean. The only regret was that there was a lot of dust on the microwave. This place is easy to see, but I don't know why it wasn't cleaned. The parking lot was a fee, but it was affordable, so there was no burden and it was convenient to use. I will definitely stay here if I visit Victoria again next time. My day here was very comfortable and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and the staff were very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Seyi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great suite room with comfy sofa bed! Wonderful location across street from Beacon Hill Park and walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joselle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT STAFF, CONVENIENT LOCATION, CLEAN FACILITY
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen, Hammonds Plains

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Luggage storage was an added bonus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homey and the staff are nice and easy check in. The room is very clean and it feels home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really large room with a kitchenette. The beds were comfortable and the place was spotless! The big plus was it’s literally across the street from the Beacon Hill Park! We had such a great time walking through that beautiful park. We will definitely stay at the Helm’s Inn again when we’re in Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful. The kitchen unit was great even though we didn’t use the kitchen anyway that will be what I gotta say is great if you have a few people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very comfy and clean. The laundry was an added bonus! Felt very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay in the heart of Victoria. The suite was well equipped and we really enjoyed having the bed in a separate room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025