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Fairmont Empress

4.5 star property
Edwardian Victoria hotel connected to the convention centre, steps from Maritime Museum of British Columbia

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Ocean views, serves lunch and dinner
Lobby
Exterior
Ocean views, serves lunch and dinner
Indoor pool, open 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is ₹20,356
₹23,849 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

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Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fairmont Gold Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Harbour view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fairmont Gold One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fairmont Harbour View 1 Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Harbour view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fairmont City View 1 Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Harbour view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe City View 1 King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

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Fairmont Gold, Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fairmont Gold Harbour View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
  • Harbour view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite City View 1 King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fairmont Gold City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fairmont City View 2 Double

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, pay films

One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe City View 1 Queen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fairmont City View 1 King | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Fairmont City View 1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
721 Government St, Victoria, BC, V8W1W5

What's nearby

  • Royal BC Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chinatown - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milestones - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Q Restaurant at the Empress - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tea at the Empress - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chocolats Favoris - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Fairmont Empress

Eco-certified family-friendly hotel near British Columbia Parliament Building
Located close to Maritime Museum of British Columbia and Victoria Bug Zoo, Fairmont Empress provides a terrace, an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body treatment, aromatherapy or a sports massage at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and American cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge) and bike hire
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, meeting rooms and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things the helpful staff, proximity to shopping and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 431 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and portable fans

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, English, Filipino, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (CAD 14.95 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (CAD 37 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (CAD 51 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 20 to 40 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lobby Lounge
  • Q at the Empress
  • Q Bar

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping centre
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (22,600 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 40 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 14.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Self-parking fee: CAD 37.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 51.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairmont Empress?

As of 25 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairmont Empress on 29 Apr 2025 start from ₹20,355.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Fairmont Empress pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Fairmont Empress?

Self-parking is available for CAD 37.00 per day. Valet parking is available for CAD 51.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Fairmont Empress?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Fairmont Empress?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Fairmont Empress located?

This family-friendly Victoria hotel is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Maritime Museum of British Columbia and Victoria Bug Zoo. British Columbia Parliament Building and Victoria Harbour are also within 10 minutes.

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Fairmont Empress Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1415 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1972 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

HITOSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay with super relaxed !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! High end, clean, great staff, lovely rooms, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, so well preserved, easy walking distance to shopping, restaurants and tourist attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. I really enjoyed the property and the flexible hours for the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and the staff are fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its amazing friendly staff the check in front desk is smooth and fast our room is ready as we arrive .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYUN JEE

The best hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay as always!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best location in Victoria, with excellent service from both the front desk and room service!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Divya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So Beautiful property . I would love to stay here again Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm, excellent room service breakfast and afternoon tea. Also pet friendly. Will stay again if in Victoria.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Amenities
The entire experience was superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Location, food, drinks, friendly staff. Definitely recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are a cut above anywhere I have ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful and clean, the pool area feels like a real health club and spa.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Fairmont Empress continues to shine and impress. Great location. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location. Staff was friendly and quick. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and staff. We were traveling with our 7 year old and had a fantastic and memorable time. The tea was great, so was Q bar and restaurant, and the staff was very accommodating and family friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairmont was so royal and so central to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025