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Helms Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 9-minute walk to Victoria Harbour

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Basic Studio, 1 King Bed
Basic Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette
Lobby
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, V8V2P8
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪7 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
(123 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
(81 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
(44 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(105 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Victoria

Helms Inn places you in the centre of Victoria, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. 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. .In proximity to this James Bay hotel you'll find Butchart Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Victoria Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 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

  • ‪Milestones - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Q At The Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Helms Inn

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 9-minute walk to Victoria Harbour
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 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

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 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helms Inn on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$124.14, 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. 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.