Helms Inn
600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, CASee what's available
Pick your check-in and check-out dates to view rooms and rates.
About this property
Helms Inn is an independent, smoke-free hotel located in the heart of Victoria, British Columbia. Within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and the Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, the property places guests near Thunderbird Park and Beacon Hill Park. The University of Victoria is 4.5 miles away, while Butchart Gardens lies 12.6 miles from the hotel.
The 48 guestrooms feature kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators and stovetops, ideal for guests who wish to prepare their own meals. Each room includes complimentary wired and wireless internet access, cable television, a safe, a desk, and a phone with free local calls. Guest comfort is rated 4.6 out of 5.
Amenities include a garden, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, and a vending machine for guest convenience. The hotel offers coin laundry facilities on site, a computer station, luggage storage, and a safe-deposit box at the front desk. A 24-hour front desk is available to assist guests. Limited on-site parking is available, with self-parking subject to a surcharge. Coffee and tea are available in common areas. Service animals are welcome and exempt from fees; however, pets are not permitted. Note that the property has no elevators and upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The hotel maintains a guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1,380 reviews.
Location & nearby attractions
Thunderbird Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Beacon Hill Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Government Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Royal BC Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Victoria Conference Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
St. Ann's Academy - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
British Columbia Parliament Building - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Maritime Museum of British Columbia - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Miniature World - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Steamship Terminal - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Victoria Bug Zoo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Victoria Royal Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Greater Victoria Public Library - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Destination Greater Victoria - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Antique Row - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 26.9 km / 16.7 mi
Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 271.7 km / 168.9 mi
Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 258.4 km / 160.6 mi
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 256.3 km / 159.3 mi
The preferred airport for Helms Inn is Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ).
Rooms
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
Fees & policies
- Uncovered self parking fee: CA$10 per night (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.
Know before you go
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Helms Inn?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Helms Inn located?
Helms Inn is located at 600 Douglas St, Victoria, BC, CA.
What attractions are near Helms Inn?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Thunderbird Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Beacon Hill Park - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Government Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Royal BC Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Victoria Conference Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi St. Ann's Academy - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi British Columbia Parliament Building - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Maritime Museum of British Columbia - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Miniature World - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Steamship Terminal - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Victoria Bug Zoo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Victoria Royal Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Greater Victoria Public Library - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Destination Greater Victoria - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Antique Row - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi The nearest airports are: Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 26.9 km / 16.7 mi Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 271.7 km / 168.9 mi Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 258.4 km / 160.6 mi Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 256.3 km / 159.3 mi The preferred airport for Helms Inn is Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ).
How do I get to Helms Inn?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What amenities does Helms Inn offer?
Helms Inn features amenities such as Free Wi-Fi, Laundry, Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at Helms Inn?
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Is Helms Inn pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at Helms Inn.
What fees should I know about at Helms Inn?
Uncovered self parking fee: CA$10 per night (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.
What should I know before staying at Helms Inn?
Contactless check-out is available.