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Helms Inn
2 stars

Helms Inn

600 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC, Canada
+1 250 385 5767
From
$83
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Great

based on 2,621 reviews

Helms Inn
Sun 4/21
Thu 4/25
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
King room
Double room

About Helms Inn

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

The Helm’s Inn is located in the Beacon Hill Park area of Victoria, British Columbia and is within easy walking distance of such destinations as Inner Harbour, Thunderbird Park, the Royal Museum, the Parliament Buildings, Victoria Harbour Ferry, Craigdarroch Castle, and many other landmarks. The Victoria International Airport is less than 20 miles away, and excellent shops and restaurants are nearby along the waterfront.

The hotel itself is elegant and simple. It provides visitors with parking (for a fee), free Wi-Fi, an array of business and reception services, laundry (for a fee), luggage storage, use of the garden, and 24-hour front desk service.

The home-like rooms in the hotel offer a range of options. There is the Character Room option with a kitchenette and bath, and apartment-like amenities. There are Studio Rooms with king beds, larger kitchens and full, private baths. There are also Studio Rooms with double beds and room for two individuals or couples, as well as kitchenettes. Larger One Bedroom Suites feature living rooms and full kitchens, while the double bed suites offer the same accommodations, but with more room for a larger number of guests. With its quiet location and peaceful setting, the Helm’s Inn is a good choice for families, small groups, or business travelers on extended stays in the area. It places guests close to the appealing Harbour area and allows easy walks to great dining, shopping, and sightseeing, too.

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Latest deals for Helms Inn

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Helms Inn

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining table

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed

Reviews of Helms Inn

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.5
Very goodBased on 2,621 verified guest reviews
8.5Couples
8.5Families
8.5Friends
8.6Solo

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10.0 Wonderful
Spotlessly clean, generous appointments and room amenities. A gem.
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8.6 Very good
Pros:central location but quiet setting

Location

600 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum180 yd
  • British Columbia Parliament Buildings371 yd
  • Miniature World0.3 mi
  • The Maritime Museum of British Columbia0.3 mi
  • Victoria Bug Zoo0.3 mi
  • Beacon Hill Park0.4 mi
  • Victoria Harbour0.5 mi
  • Market Square0.7 mi
  • Craigdarroch Castle1.1 mi
  • Abkhazi Garden1.8 mi
  • Oak Bay Marina2.9 mi
  • Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Park3.8 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Helms Inn

Low season

November

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$188

Average price (weekend night)

$240
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 77% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Helms Inn

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Top tips for your stay at Helms Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Helms Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Helms Inn, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Helms Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $121, while the most expensive was $121.
  • How long should you stay at Helms Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Helms Inn

  • Where is Helms Inn located?

    Helms Inn is located at 600 Douglas Street in James Bay, 0.6 miles from the center of Victoria. Royal BC Museum is the closest landmark to Helms Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Helms Inn?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Helms Inn.

  • Does Helms Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Helms Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Helms Inn from the airport?

    Helms Inn is 0.3 miles from Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base. Helms Inn is 15.9 miles from Victoria Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Helms Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Helms Inn in Victoria and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Helms Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Helms Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city center

0.6 mi

Nearest Airport

Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base

Distance to airport

0.5 mi