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Victorian Hotel
Category: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels [Edit]
514 Homer StVancouver, BC V6B 2V6
Neighbourhood: Downtown
(604) 681-6369
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
10 reviews for Victorian Hotel
10 reviews in English
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Review from Aaron B.
7/5/2010
Cute charming boutique hotel. Friendly staff and very clean accommodations. I would say recently remodeled since many of the bathrooms seemed almost new actually. I think prices vary a lot by time of the year, but regardless this place was well worth what I paid. I felt comfortable walking around at night and the location seemed good for everything. I had a car rental so the parking around back was perfect and easily accessible for a small fee of $15 per night. I booked late for a business trip and many of the bigger hotels were booked up and I was very happy that I landed at the Victorian Hotel.
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Review from Theresa W.
9/13/2011
Lovely! The location is great--very convenient to the seabus and skytrain, on the edge of Gastown and close enough to walk (30 minutes) to Stanley Park. The neighborhood can get a little rowdy late night on the weekends, but it didn't feel unsafe. If you have a window looking out onto the street, be prepared for some raucousness while you're trying to sleep.
Rates seemed very reasonable--though $10 more than listed on the website. For 110-129 CND, you could get a room with a double bed or a slightly larger room with a king bed. Rooms aren't spacious, but are nicely appointed with real antique furniture, comfy bed, and clean sheets and a warm duvet. They won't look as nice as the website pictures especially in terms of space, but I was pleased. The in room sink is useful, since we did shared bathrooms. However, there were two full shared baths on our floor plus several with half baths, and I don't think I ever had to wait in line to shower. All rooms come with cozy robes, nice towels, and soap and lotion. The showers are equipped with decent shampoo, and conditioner on the thin side.
The staff were very helpful, and there are big maps at reception that you can take. The continental breakfast includes bread, croissants, cereal, yogurt, and awesomely fresh big blueberries. The bread and croissants are pretty meh, but the blueberries are worth making a first breakfast out of. A second great perk is that the rooms have free wifi (really slow though), BUT there were two shared computers on our floor that anyone could use and there's even free printing! -
Review from Adrienne R.
6/30/2011
We stayed at the Victorian Hotel the weekend of the BMO Vancouver Marathon. By the time I made reservations, no hotels in the area had rooms on the Saturday night before the marathon. The Victorian was the closest hotel with rooms. Located within walking distance of Roger's Arena, the Victorian Hotel was close enough to walk to the start and from the finish of the marathon.
My family of 2 adults and 2 children was called "large" by the front desk. There is a hostel portion of the hotel, with shared bathing facilities. There is also a more "American" style portion of the hotel, with en suite bathing facilities. Our room was a 2 double bed room with a television, desk, and closet, as well as, a sitting area for two which included an oddly shaped plastic chair that was super-comfortable, especially for my poor 13.1 mile run feet.
A continental breakfast was served in the morning. It is a truly continental breakfast - coffee, fruit, bagels, etc. It was great for a start for the day.
We also paid for parking in the gated lot behind the hotel. Parking elsewhere would have cost as much money, so we were happy for the secure location. However, the parking was so tight and full, that we parked our car in a spot and left it there the entire weekend. We took the bus or walked every where we went.
Wi-fi was available for free.
Unfortunately, the night before the marathon, the Canucks played, and lost. It was noisy outside. There was heat in the room, but to have cool air, the windows had to be opened.
The beds were quite comfy. Overall, I recommend the Victorian Hotel to those looking to stay in the area. Be sure to clarify if you want a hostel-style room or "American"-style room. We'd stay there again. -
Review from Bob T.
7/19/2011
Ok, it's across from the Salvation Army. And the steps are made of wood right now, and it's a bit odd walking in...
But the people are great, the room was awesome. I really loved this place. A bit high on price in my opinion.
Oh breakfast was bad. Stale bagels and bread are not a continental breakfast. -
Review from Victoria R.
BC
11/21/2008 1 photo
A cute, little hotel in the heart of Gastown's edge -- it looks a bit dodgy at first. The boutique hotel has been restored.The rooms are hardwood floors, decorated in 18th century style and make you feel like you're in England during the Victoria Era. It's charming, warm old-world feel will appeal to tourists.There are 27 rooms, decorated with floral prints. Pricing is between $99-189 per night.
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Review from John N.
1/27/2011
After initial confusion about the number of rooms and beds we needed, the very professional and friendly staff sorted things out without any fuss.
Nice rooms, comfy beds, good location. What more could you want? -
Review from Heather S.
Blainville, QC
1/25/2009 2 photos
We arrived in Vancouver exhausted. However, the Victorian Hotel was a little too awesome not to explore before taking a much needed nap. Our room came with a king size bed (whoa) and an en-suite freshening up basin which muchly overcame the inconvenience of sharing a hall bathroom. Original hardwood floors, lush carpeting, cleanliness and friendly staff make this hotel one of my favourites ever - all for the low-low price of $59/night (for the room; not each).
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Review from Aaron Z.
10/19/2010
We had reservations at another hotel, but since it was surrounded by Prostitutes and crackheads when we drove by, we decided to find another place to stay. Although I was immediately impressed with the Victorian charm, the woman working the night desk only offered me the tiny double queen without a private bath. Don't get me wrong, the beds were AMAZING, really comfortable, but the room was ridiculously small with both beds pushed up against the wall. It was also uncomfortably hot. The next morning when I asked if there were rooms with private bathrooms at the front desk I was told that their were and when I asked why I hadn't been offered one the night before I was told it was probably because she had assumed that I was on a budget which didn't really make sense to me since the tiny room with the shared bath in the hallway was only about $90.00 less the the huge, executive room with the big flat screen TV on the wall and a beautiful marble lined private bathroom so word to the wise-make sure you specify that you want a room with a private bathroom if you want "American" style accommodations.
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Review from Jamie E.
9/17/2010
The Victorian Hotel is such a great find and one of the best values for your money in Vancouver! The rooms and bathrooms are spotless. The staff have always been very friendly whenever I have stayed there. Nice hardwood floors and the rooms (and the hotel itself) have great character (understatedly elegant and very well-maintained). If you choose to book a room with a shared bathroom down the hall, there was hardly ever a wait-- perhaps just a few minutes at most in the morning. Before I first stayed here, I was a bit worried about reviews on some other sites which questioned the safety of the neighborhood. It's really fine and I felt safe enough, even at night. (But, it does border on a sketchier neighborhood a few blocks to the east.) The Victorian Hotel is a great find and it's my home in Vancouver!
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Review from marcos m.
1/6/2009
the victorian hotel was incredible! the staff was super friendly & informative. the rooms were impeccably clean, as well as the shared bathrooms. location was perfect, we were close to everything in downtown vancouver. true to its namesake, the victorian has that victorian feel; the decor sent you back to ol' english times. we stayed 3 nights around new years, so prices were exceptionally low, $69/night for a room w/2 double beds & shared bath. great for anyone on a budget. i would recommend the victorian to anyone.
