Fairmont Empress

Edwardian hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center, near Maritime Museum of British Columbia

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Surrounded by the beauty of Victoria, Fairmont Empress offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and shopping on site. Indulge in rejuvenating treatments at Willow Stream Spa, enjoy meals at one of two restaurants or unwind near the indoor pool with sun loungers.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
2 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Health club
Sauna
Steam room
Valet parking
Self parking
Children's pool
Hot tub

For families (6)

Children stay free
Children's pool
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace

$220 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Spa escape

The full-service spa offers aromatherapy, body scrubs, and couples treatments daily. A garden, sauna, and hot tub complete this waterfront wellness haven.

Waterfront historic charm

Located in the city center, this hotel boasts Edwardian architecture and a waterfront setting. Visitors enjoy the garden-view restaurant and local art gallery.

Dining delights

The hotel features 2 restaurants serving American cuisine with garden and ocean views. Vegan, vegetarian, and local options enhance dining.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Tomorrow

Oct 22 - Oct 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 24 of 24 rooms

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Fairmont City View 2 Double

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

240 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds

Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

334 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Gold Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2014

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

323 sq ft
Harbor view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Fairmont City View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

280 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe City View 1 King

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

382 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

301 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

452 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

549 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Fairmont City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

280 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe City View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

382 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies

Executive Suite City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

474 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

377 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

377 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Gold One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2014

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

522 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

323 sq ft
Harbor view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Fairmont Harbour View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

280 sq ft
Harbor view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

382 sq ft
Harbor view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold City View 1 Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

301 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Harbour View Suite 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold Harbour View Executive Suite 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Executive Suite City View 2 Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Signature Harbour View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Harbour View 1 Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Harbour View 2 Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi

$125 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

721 Government St, Victoria, BC, V8W1W5

What's nearby

Royal BC Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
British Columbia Parliament Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Victoria Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Chinatown - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 34 min drive
Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 122 min drive
Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.5 miles/26.6 km
Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 17.2 miles/27.7 km
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 18.1 miles/29.2 km
Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20.3 miles/32.7 km
Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21.6 miles/34.8 km
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Milestones - ‬2 min walk
‪Q At The Empress - ‬1 min walk
‪The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
‪Tea at the Empress - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Empress

When you stay at Fairmont Empress, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Royal BC Museum and Victoria Harbour. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or hydrotherapy, and Q at the Empress, one of 2 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights at this Edwardian hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 431 rooms
- Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Express check-in/out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 19
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

- Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets stay free (2 total)
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) in rooms*

Parking

- Onsite self parking (CAD 37.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
- Onsite valet parking (CAD 51.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

- Cruise terminal shuttle*
- Ferry terminal shuttle*

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Children's menu

What to do

Shopping
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center (22600 square feet of space)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers

Facilities

Built in 1908
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Health club
An indoor pool
Art gallery on site
Designer stores on site
Shopping mall on site
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Pay movies

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

Desk
Free newspapers
WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Desk chair

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

Dining

Q at the Empress - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Lobby Lounge - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Q Bar - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

WiFi is available in guestrooms for CAD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 20 to 40 for adults, and CAD 10 to 20 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

Self parking costs CAD 37.00 per day with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs CAD 51.00 per day with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

The photos are representative of rooms offered and may differ from the actual room received.

Also known as

Empress Fairmont

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress Hotel

Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria

Fairmont Empress Victoria

Empress Hotel Victoria

Fairmont Hotel Empress

Fairmont Hotel Victoria

Fairmont Victoria

The Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria

Victoria Fairmont

The Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress Hotel

Fairmont Empress Victoria

Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does Fairmont Empress offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fairmont Empress does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Fairmont Empress?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Fairmont Empress?

Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 total. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Fairmont Empress?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 37.00 per day. Valet parking costs CAD 51.00 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairmont Empress?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Fairmont Empress?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Fairmont Empress and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Fairmont Empress also has an indoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Fairmont Empress?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, American cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around Fairmont Empress like?

Fairmont Empress is in Downtown Victoria, a short 1-minute drive from Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) and 6 minutes' walk from Victoria Harbour. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.