The Fairmont Empress

Overlooking Victoria’s spectacular Inner Harbour, this hotel captures the spirit and energy of Vancouver Island in grand style. The hotel is located in the city centre where an array of restaurants, bars, nightclubs, shops and railway station are to be found. A bus stop is to be found behind the hotel. The Royal British Columbia Museum, the Aquarium Undersea Gardens, the wax museum, Butchart Gardens and Beacon Hill Park are all situated in the near vicinity and are well worth a visit.

The hotel was built in 1908. The hotel has 477 non-smoking rooms, which are located on 9 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a hairdresser. Cyclists can make use of the bicycle storage area and hire service. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a games console and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

While the adults swim a few laps in the indoor pool, children can splash around in the kids' pools. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym and callisthenics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments. Guests of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy an entertainment programme.

Various dining options are available, including a breakfast room and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.