Fairmont Empress Hotel
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Fairmont Empress Hotel
No.1 of Premium Hotels in Victoria
721 Government St, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1W5, Canada
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Amenities
Indoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Public parking
Car Charging Facilities
Car Rental
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Property Description
Unforgettable moments deserve extraordinary settings. Overlooking Victoria's Inner Harbour, Fairmont Empress ranks #2 in Travel + Leisure's 2024 Best Canadian Hotels. This Forbes-recommended, MICHELIN Key hotel offers 431 elegant rooms, a serene spa, and Q at the Empress with Pacific Northwest cuisine and award-winning wines. A visit isn't complete without world-famous Tea at the Empress, served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning Harbour views.
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9.3/10
GreatHistoric hotel with the best location in downtown Victoria with easy walking distance to everything
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Surroundings
Airport: Victoria Inner Harbor Airport
(390m)
Airport: Victoria International Airport
(28.4 km)
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Fairmont Gold City View 1 King, 266Sf, 24Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 2 Queen, 330 Sqft 30 Sqm Exclusive Lounge
2 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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4
Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 1 King, 330Sf 30Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
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8
Fairmont City View 1 Queen, 239Sf, 22Sm
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
Smart door lock
Stair-free main entrance
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10
Junior Suite Harbour View 1 King, 414Sf, 38Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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7
Signature Harbour View 1 King, 326-358Sf, 30-33Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
Smart door lock
Stair-free main entrance
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8
Fairmont King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
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7
Fairmont City View 2 Double, 239, 22Sm
2 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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13
Deluxe City View 2 Queen, 334Sf, 31Sm
2 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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8
Fairmont Gold 1 Bedroom Suite City View 1 King, 420Sf, 39Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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12
One Bedroom Suite
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
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5
Fairmont Queen Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
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9
Fairmont Two Double Room with Harbor View
2 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
Smart door lock
Stair-free main entrance
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10
Deluxe City View 1 Queen, 334Sf, 31Sm
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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1
Governor General Suite
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
135m² | Floor: 6
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
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Deluxe City View 1 King, 334Sf, 31Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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3
Fairmont Gold King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
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8
Fairmont City View 1 King, 239Sf, 22Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
Smart door lock
Stair-free main entrance
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7
Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen, 239Sf, 22Sm
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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9
Deluxe King Room with Harbor View
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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1
Fairmont Gold Harbour View 1 King, 280Sf 26Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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8
Deluxe Harbour View 2 Queen, 330Sf, 30Sm, Larger Room, Open Concept Sitting Area
2 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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Fairmont Gold Deluxe Harbour View 1 King, 380Sf 35Sm
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
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Fairmont Queen Room with Harbor View
1 Double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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2
Fairmont Gold 1 Bedroom Harbourview Suite 1 King, 480 Sqft, 44 Sqm Exclusive Lounge
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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1
Signature Two Bedroom Suite with Harbor View
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Connecting rooms
Jacuzzi
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7
Executive Suite
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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14
Junior Suite
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric fan
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4
Signature 1 Bedroom Harbour View Suite King, 850Sf, 78Sm
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
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3
Fairmont Gold Spacious King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
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2
Fairmont Gold 1 Bedroom Harbour View Executive Suite 1 King, 420Sf, 39Sm, Exclusive Lounge
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wi-Fi in room
Smart door lock
Stair-free main entrance
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Guest Reviews
9.3/10
Great
59 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.5
- Amenities9
- Location9.7
- Service9.1
Average for similar properties in Victoria
AI Summary
The accommodation excels in service, cleanliness, and central location. Guests appreciate the cozy rooms, amenities, and historical ambiance. However, there were no notable disadvantages mentioned in the reviews.
Susan
February 4, 2025
I’ve always wanted to stay at this iconic hotel. The room was comfy and the staff was friendly. Of course the location is pefect. I had to walk a long way down 3-4 hallways to get to my room which I thought was to get to my lovely “city view” room but no. My “view” was into other rooms.
Ruth
May 20, 2025
The staff are very nice, and everything is clean. As a clean freak, I would definitely choose this hotel if I come to Victoria again.
Guest User
April 26, 2025
Fairmont seems to be a luxurious five star hotel. Nevertheless it’s a bit over-expected. The room is very small, and the toilet can only be used by one single person each time, which is very inconvenient if you go with young kids. High tea quality is unexpectedly low, the environment is good but the staff are not enough. The food is simply not delicate for such a renowned five star restaurant.
Eugene20
April 15, 2025
Historic hotel with the best location in downtown Victoria with easy walking distance to everything
Guest User
August 7, 2024
Very nice staffs😘
Our family reserved 6 rooms for our special occasions, we all had a great time at this hotel. They really took good care of us during our entire staying .
Very comfortable bed and the center of everything. Definitely recommend staying at this hotel.
Kevin
August 16, 2023
good hotel
Anonymous User
January 17, 2023
Great place, location, views a must do at the very least once!!
Guest User
May 24, 2025
Although the building is old, the room is very clean and bright, and the decoration is very tasteful. All kinds of sanitary products are available, and it feels like home! The most praiseworthy thing is the big bed, which is not only clean and tidy, but also gives you a "weightless" feeling when sleeping on it! The hotel is located in the seaside harbor, surrounded by British shops and various restaurants and bars, giving people the illusion of going to Europe. In one word: Thumbs up!
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Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Indoor swimming pool
Sauna
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Public parking
Additional charge
Car Charging Facilities
Car Rental
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
Business Center
Children's Pool
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Currency Exchange
24-Hour Front Desk
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Additional charge
Luggage Storage
Indoor swimming pool
Spa
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
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More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Additional charge
Indoor swimming pool
Heated pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, CAD 35.00 (approx. NZD 42.40) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Valet Parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Car Rental
Business Services
Multi-Function Room
Fax/Copying Service
Wedding Service
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available
Concierge Service
VIP Check-In Service
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Currency Exchange
Languages Spoken
English
Arabic
Malay
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Filipino
Japanese
Italian
Spanish
Danish
Russian
German
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby Bar
Room Service
Public Areas
Shopping Mall
Picnic Area
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Water Purifier
ATM
Elevator
Vending Machine
Health & Wellness
Spa
Additional charge
Sailing
Off-site
Beauty and Makeup
Hairdressing and Beauty Center
Fitness Room
Massage Room
Sauna
Kayaking
Off-site
Mountain Biking
Off-site
Activities
Eco Tours
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Clothes Steamer
Facilities for Children
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Children's Meals Available
Children's Pool
Accessibility
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & Security
Smoke Detector
CCTV In Public Areas
First Aid Services
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleSet menu
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | CAD 20.00 (approx. NZD 24.23) per person |
Adult | Set menu:CAD 40.00 (approx. NZD 48.45) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestFree
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 19 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1906
- Renovated: 2023
- Number of Rooms: 431
Unforgettable moments deserve extraordinary settings. Overlooking Victoria's Inner Harbour, Fairmont Empress ranks #2 in Travel + Leisure's 2024 Best Canadian Hotels. This Forbes-recommended, MICHELIN Key hotel offers 431 elegant rooms, a serene spa, and Q at the Empress with Pacific Northwest cuisine and award-winning wines. A visit isn't complete without world-famous Tea at the Empress, served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning Harbour views.