13 January 2012
I've been staying at Chateau Victoria regularly, as a frequent business client,
for at least 3 years now. It's always been spotless and friendly and very
helpful in every way, from reservations to front desk to housekeeping and
maintenance staff. They've recently done some upgrades and made it even more
pleasant. Rooms are spacious and the suites are great for doing your own
breakfast. Location is within walking distance of virtually everything in
downtown Victoria. Even Spinnakers Pub is a pleasant seawall walk on a nice day.
The waterfront is a block and a bit away. Vista 18, the lounge at the top, is a
great unwinding and/or meeting spot in the evenings and Clive's serves eclectic
beers from around the world. Great place, great people. Very close to 5 star, in
my book, at reasonable rates.
Hotel review of the Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
10 January 2012
he Chateau Victoria is a hotel I have always stayed at for business given its
excellent proximity to the downtown business centre but this weekend we went for
a family trip and it was perfect. We parked the car and did not move it all
weekend. If you are flying on the float plane it's just a short walk from the
terminal. The hotel is perfect walking distance to just about anywhere except
some of the tourist sites of North Saanich and Sidney. The suite we had was
great and gave everyone (4 of us) space to move around. Check-in was a breeze
and the staff are friendly and welcoming. I was looking at the maps provided at
the front desk and the staff were quick to ask if I needed directions. The pool
and hot tub were used by all and were excellent (great pool for laps). The gym
equipment is dated and the room is small.
Hotel review of the Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
The views are stellar with The Empress and the lights of the legislature
view from several rooms. The seawalk in front of the legislature is right out
the door at the corner. Parking was included in the room (we had a corporate
rate so not sure if that is different as others have reviewed). A variety of
restaurants, including the Asian food fare in nearby Chinatown, are all within
walking distance, and the Vista 18 in the hotel offers wonderful food, and an
excellent local BC wine list to accompany live jazz. No passwords for internet
use - just log in. Showers were hot and the housekeeping staff were very
accommodating when we asked for thinner pillows and coffee filters - they
returned in 3 minutes with each. All in all, this is the perfect hotel if you
are wanting a getaway within the local city scene. It' not a spa package (which
you can get at Laurel Point and Ocean Point Resort) but the hotel will arrange
for spa service to come to you if you like. Will definitely return again and
again to the Chateau Victoria.
Hotel review of the Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
9 January 2012
I just spent 4 nights at the Chateau Victoria and was very pleased with this
hotel. My room was spacious and clean, all amenities were have been updated and
the bed was very comfortable.
Parking is included in your stay! If you stay at other downtown Victoria hotels
you can count on spending $25 a night to park.
The hotel has a free shuttle as well. You can be dropped of and picked up
throughout the downtown area.
I was on a business trip and 3 of my co-workers are visually impaired. The hotel
staff were excellent in helping with hotel orientation and ensuring their needs
were met.
The only slight on the hotel is that the gym area is a bit small, however the
pool and hot tub area very nice.
Oh, and the best part is that the rates are excellent in comparison to other
Victoria hotels of the same star level.
Hotel review of the Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
2 January 2012
This hotel offered uncommonly good service. The room was lovely, clean and
nicely appointed.
The restaurant had fabulous meals. Chose to return to dine there rather than
exploring another untried place. We don't usually do that but this time it
seemed the best.
Very nicely located. We walked everywhere we went.
Victoria is lovely no matter how one visits but the stay at this hotel
accentuated the pleasures of our stay. |
