Introduction / Description
Set in a grand, chateau-style building built in 1908, this upscale hotel off Highway 1 is a 3-minute walk from the Royal BC Museum and 5 km from Victoria Harbour.
The elegant rooms offer Wi-Fi access (fee), flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms feature harbour views, and sitting areas with pull-out sofas. Suites add separate living areas, fireplaces and/or dining rooms.
Amenities include a sophisticated restaurant, a colonial-style cocktail lounge, and afternoon tea. There's also a full-service spa, a gym and an indoor pool, as well as a business centre, 22 meeting rooms and parking (fee).
In June 2017, Fairmont Empress completed a $60+ Million restoration that celebrates its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury; transforming this iconic property into an elegant must-visit destination for the world's discerning travelers. This Forbes Four-Star, 4-Diamond property offers 464 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Willow Stream Spa with signature West Coast experiences, Q at the Empress Restaurant featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine and award winning wine list, Q Bar’s regionally focused cocktail culture, and a reimagined Fairmont Gold Lounge with stunning harbour views. Winston, the hotel’s new canine ambassador, who is available for walks and snuggles, offers our guests a warm welcome and authentically local experience. Served daily since its opening in 1908, world famous Tea at the Empress is served in the sophisticated Lobby Lounge. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada’s Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia’s stunning natural beauty.
Arrival & Car Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs CAD 33 per day.
Entrance & Reception
Accessible Rooms & Bathrooms / Accessibility
Fairmont Empress features 464 well-appointed, air conditioned guest rooms and suites. Many of the rooms offer magnificent views of the harbour, city and gardens. With a wide selection of unique guestrooms featuring classic details and modern touches, the Empress is sure to make your stay in Victoria unforgettable.
Overlooking Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour, this historic hotel features extensive spa treatments and a selection of on-site restaurants. The Royal British Columbia Museum is 5 minutes' walk away.
The Fairmont Empress Hotel’s elegantly decorated rooms offer a plush seating area and windows that open out. Each is equipped with cable TV and an in-room coffee maker.
The Empress holds a traditional afternoon tea in a special lobby with views of the harbour.
Guests can admire the Victorian architecture and stained glass ceiling of the lobby or swim in the indoor pool. Willow Stream Spa includes a sauna, hot tub and fitness centre.
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