Fairmont Empress Hotel Victoria, Victoria
About the Hotel
Fairmont Empress Hotel - A historic castle-style hotel with award-winning spa, signature afternoon tea, and Inner Harbour views
Standing prominently over Victoria's Inner Harbour, this landmark Victoria hotel combines 431 luxurious rooms with the award-winning Willow Stream Spa offering signature West Coast treatments. The renovated property features the Q at the Empress restaurant, where Executive Chef Morgan Wilson creates Pacific Northwest cuisine using local ingredients. The hotel's historic Lobby Lounge hosts the renowned afternoon tea service, presenting 21 loose leaf tea varieties alongside freshly baked scones with housemade strawberry jam from local berries and honey from rooftop hives. Guest accommodations include marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, while the Fairmont Gold Floor provides a private lounge with complimentary breakfast and evening canapés. The property sits steps from the British Columbia Parliament Buildings and the downtown shopping district.
Fairmont Empress Hotel: Pros
- The hotel maintains its own rooftop bee garden and uses the honey in culinary offerings - Willow Stream Spa ranked among Top Resort Spas in Canada - Live classical piano performances enhance the afternoon tea experience - Winston, the hotel's canine ambassador, is available for guest walks
Fairmont Empress Hotel: Cons
- 17 miles distance from Victoria International Airport - The central location can experience high tourist foot traffic during peak seasons
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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