Fairmont Empress

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

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Stunning waterfront marina with historic landmark building and serene atmosphere.

Experience the grandeur of a luxurious space with a soaring ceiling, elegant columns, and a stunning chandelier.

Enjoy the city views from our rooftop terrace, featuring a central fire pit and comfortable seating areas.

Enjoy a classic atmosphere in our elegant dining area, featuring high ceilings, ornate detailing, and beautifully set tables.

Experience grandeur in our spacious lobby, featuring a stunning chandelier and high ceilings.

Overview
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Popular amenities

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 18 of 18 rooms

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

Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

35 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fairmont Gold Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

30 sq m
Harbour view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2014

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Portable fan

49 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Fairmont Harbour View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

26 sq m
Harbour view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Fairmont City View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

26 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

36 sq m
Harbour view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe City View 1 King

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

36 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Fairmont Gold Deluxe City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

35 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Fairmont Gold Harbour View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Executive Lounge

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Renovated in 2014

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

30 sq m
Harbour view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Portable fan

Premium bedding

42 sq m
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

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

28 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite City View 1 King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

44 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe City View 2 Queen

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

31 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fairmont City View 2 Double

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

22 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds

One Bedroom Suite City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Blackout curtains

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Bathrobes

51 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe City View 1 Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

36 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Fairmont City View 1 King

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Blackout curtains

Bathrobes

26 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

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 (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 Swedish massage, aromatherapy or a manicure/pedicure 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, a ballroom and ATM/banking services
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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includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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

100% renewable energy
8 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 1908
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Edwardian architecture
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

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

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

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 29 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairmont Empress on 26 Aug 2025 start from NZ$707.01, including 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

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Avtar

21 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel in the ideal Location for seeing Victoria.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

28 Jul 2025

Icon hotel with so much to see and explore. Great location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehran

6 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent hotel in Victoria.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiera Dianne

3 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property, very nice staff

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

28 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We loved our stay so much we became award memebers

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

30 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely property, great location and very friendly and accommodating staff.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Lynn

11 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Amazing hotel with superb amenities and is the center of activity around the harbour.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

25 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful property, well maintained and friendly staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZHIXIAN

3 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

excellent service and beautiful location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

17 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay in Victoria. Great location and the check in is smooth. Easy self parking.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashnoor

13 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service, and it’s a beautiful historic hotel. Room was comfortable, clean and bright. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

15 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff were excellent. Best location.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

24 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to everything, friendly staff, great cocktails, and loved the pool/jacuzzi

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

25 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel, friendly staff, love this venue

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

7 Jul 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel. Great staff

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

23 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

One of the best stays I’ve had in a long time.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

19 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Empress is a great old classic Hotel, kept up and beautiful. One of our best experiences

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

18 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

One of the very best hotels we stayed at during the past two years.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

23 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent stay. Enjoyed the Afternoon Tea!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane

27 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

An amazing experience. Staff were wonderful and the sunset view over the harbour are one of a kind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arden

20 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Such a beautiful, historic spot.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

27 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved everything about the property - location, pool, dining, and staff were all excellent.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tauvy

3 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful, stagg was very kind, perfect walking distance to most places .

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

21 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Not much to not like here. Definitely excellent service great staff dining was excellent. Very classy hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heinrich

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was great only thing would be nice is to have washrooms close to lobby

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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