Fairmont Empress Hotel

721 Government Street, Downtown Victoria, Victoria, Canada - Inner Harbour views
4.0 5060 reviews

Boasting a private art gallery, the 5-star boutique-style Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria is set around 5 minutes by foot from Thunderbird Park. This Victoria hotel, located not far from Centennial Square, boasts an indoor swimming pool along with a steam room, a hot tub, and a sauna.

Location

The hotel is located in a shopping area of Victoria, 0.4 miles from Helmcken House and 0.4 miles from Royal Theatre. The Fairmont Empress Victoria is also approximately 10 minutes' walk from Royal BC Museum and 19 minutes' walk from Beacon Hill. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Centre Fountain, which is 0.2 miles away. Standing just 11 minutes' walk away, Christ Church Cathedral is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. Belleville at Douglas bus stop is situated right near the accommodation.

Rooms

The 394 rooms at Fairmont Empress Hotel are equipped with comforts such as climate control, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. These rooms offer views of the harbor.

Food & Drinks

A continental breakfast is available daily at the hotel. The à la carte Q at The Empress restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including seafood cuisine. To cater to every palate, it offers a gluten free menu. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Guests can enjoy stunning views from this bar.

Leisure & Activities

A health club and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. The Fairmont Empress offers options for sports and relaxation in a health club and a wellness center or in a gym area and a fitness studio. Guests may also work out using exercise bicycles, elliptical sneakers, and treadmills. Business travelers are welcome to use a computer and a photocopy machine provided at a 24-hour business center on site.

Why choose Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria

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  • Award-winning spa treatments available

  • Diverse dining with local cuisine

  • Indoor heated swimming pool access

  • Renovated luxury accommodations

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Child-friendly

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Child-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Barber shop
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Recreation

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00

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From USD 139 per night
Check-in 5 May 2026
Check-out 6 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0

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721 Government Street, Downtown Victoria, Victoria, Canada

 -  Inner Harbour views
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    721 Government Street, Victoria, Canada

    Important information
    Fairmont Empress Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 16:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00