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Fairmont Empress

 
4 stars

Location

  • 87 km from Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ)
  • Located in Downtown Victoria
  • 0.3 km from Victoria Bug Zoo
  • 0.3 km from Maritime Museum of British Columbia
  • 0.5 km from Victoria Harbour
  • 1.2 km from Chinatown

Address

721 Government Steet, Victoria, BC, V8W 1W5

Hotel description

Known as Castle on the Coast, Fairmont Empress is located in the heart of Victoria, BC, steps away from the British Columbia Parliament Buildings. 

Meal and beverage plans

European Plan (No Meals)

  • Meals and beverages not included

Additional inclusions

  • WiFi (Extra Charge)
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Number of rooms: 464
Number of restaurants: 2
Number of bars: 1

Important Notes

Please note effective immediately the hotel has change the room type names as follows:

  • The Fairmont City View Room - formally Fairmont Room
  • The Deluxe City View Room - formally Deluxe Room

Please note that the Humboldt Wing at the Fairmont Empress hotel will be temporarily closed from October 01, 2026 - April 30, 2027 (approximately).
The project will include a series of improvements to elevate comfort, space and the overall guest experience.
The work will be carefully coordinated, and the hotel will ensure that every effort will be made to minimize noise and disruption to the guests.
Guest rooms and public areas outside the project area will continue to operate as usual, and all other hotel services and amenities will remain available throughout the renovation.
 

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Fairmont Room

Meal plan: European Plan (No Meals)
Air conditioning: Yes
Bedding: 1 king-size bed, or 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds
Other areas: Sitting area.
Maximum occupancy: 3
Occupancy detail: 3 adults, 2 adults and 1 child
Maid services: Daily maid service
Room amenities:
Air conditioning, TV, In-room safe, Keurig® Coffee Maker.
Bathroom amenities:
Private bathroom with shower or tub, Bathrobe available for your use.
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Deluxe Room

Meal plan: European Plan (No Meals)
Air conditioning: Yes
Bedding: 1 king-size bed, or 1 queen-size bed or 2 queen-size beds
Other areas: Sitting area.
Maximum occupancy: 4
Occupancy detail: 4 adults, 2 adults and 2 children
Maid services: Daily maid service
Room amenities:
Air conditioning, TV, Keurig® Coffee Maker.
Bathroom amenities:
Private bathroom with shower or tub, Bathrobe available for your use.
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Restaurants & Bars

Restaurants

2 restaurants
  • Q at the Empress - À la carte - Local
  • Tea at the Empress - À la carte - Tea room

Bars

1 bar
  • Restaurant bar

Activities

Pools

1 pool, 1 children's wading pool and 1 whirlpool
  • Whirlpool
  • Indoor kid pool
  • Indoor pool

Health and Relaxation

  • Spa ($)
  • Fitness club

Other facilities & services ($)

  • Babysitting service
  • Concierge service
  • Laundry service
  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • Bicycle rentals
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Room Type Name Change

Please note effective immediately the hotel has change the room type names as follows:

  • The Fairmont City View Room - formally Fairmont Room
  • The Deluxe City View Room - formally Deluxe Room
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Enhancements Notice

Please note that the Humboldt Wing at the Fairmont Empress hotel will be temporarily closed from October 01, 2026 - April 30, 2027 (approximately).
The project will include a series of improvements to elevate comfort, space and the overall guest experience.
The work will be carefully coordinated, and the hotel will ensure that every effort will be made to minimize noise and disruption to the guests.
Guest rooms and public areas outside the project area will continue to operate as usual, and all other hotel services and amenities will remain available throughout the renovation.
 

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