Fairmont Empress

Description

Location

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.

Facilities

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. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. 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 and WiFi (for a fee) are provided as well. Guests will also find slippers in their rooms. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sports/Entertainment

While the adults swim a few laps in the indoor pool, children can splash around in the kids' pools. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. 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 a fun entertainment programme. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2023. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

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.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.

Features

Bike ($) Buffet Restaurant Currency Exchange Service Laundry ($) Massage Parking Restaurant Room Service Sauna SPA Pets Allowed Wi-Fi Bar Children Pool Elevator Safe Hot Tub / Jacuzzi Non-Smoking Rooms Concierge Valet Parking Fitness Facility On-Site Parking Smoke Alarm Steam Room Air Conditioning Garden Area 24 Hour Security Disabled Facilities Family Rooms Non-Smoking Area Luggage Room Internet Allergy-Free Room BabySitting ($) Daily Cleaning Ironing Service ($) Terrace Fax / Photocopying ($) Heated Pool Heating Swimming Pool Parking Garage Business Center ($) Nordic Walking SPA / Wellness Barber Shop Express Check-In / Check-Out Locker Rooms Conference / Banquet Meeting Facilities ($) On-Site ATM / Cash Machine Cycling Dry Cleaning ($) Electric Vehicle Charging Station Indoor Pool ($) Indoor Pool ($) Private Check-In / Check-Out Special Diet Menu (on Request) Trouser Press ($) Vending Drink Machine Wi-Fi in all Areas Kid Meals ($) CCTV in Common Areas CCTV Outside Property Cashless payment available Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kit Available Fitness / SPA Locker Rooms Invoices Key Card Access Outdoor Furniture Pet Basket Pet Bowls SPA Lounge / Relaxation Area SPA / Wellness Packages Sun Loungers or Beach Chairs Wine / Champagne ($) Access to Health Care Professionals Face masks for guests available Acrylic shield between guests and staff in main contact areas COVID-19 - not Only Essential Workers Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant Contactless check-out is available Masks are compulsory at the property Property confirms they are implementing enhanced health & safety measures Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures Property is cleaned with disinfectant Protective clothing is available to guests Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C Food service has been amended for enhanced safety Temperature checks are available to guests Staff wears personal protective equipment Regularly conducted staff temperature checks Social distancing measures are in place Property is officially certified under a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global) Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast Individually wrapped food options are available Guests are provided with free hand sanitizerView more

Description

This historic hotel has welcomed royalty in grand style. The Fairmont Empress captures the spirit and energy of Vancouver Island and the beauty of this seaside city. Regarded as a Condé Nast Readers' Choice and Gold List hotel, and honoured with the Travel + Leisure distinction as a top Canadian hotel, the Fairmont Empress is an iconic presence in Victoria's sparkling harbour. The hotel features 464 beautifully restored guest rooms and suites, with magnificent views.

On behalf of Fairmont Empress, we would like to inform you that our Hotel Pool will be closed temporarily for annual maintenance from January 3-17, 2024.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause. Please feel free to reach out should you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

Features

24-hour reception Hotel safe Currency exchange facilities Cloakroom Lift access Shop Wired Internet Bicycle storage Bicycle hire service Laundry service Wi-fi Room service Car park Garage Wheelchair-accessible Gym Check-out hour Check-in hour Small pets allowed (under 5 kg) Garden Large pets allowed (over 5 kg) Valet parking hotel American Express City centre Suites Set menu dinner Hairdressing salon Disability-friendly rooms Entertainment Area Golf course Bar Special dietary options Bus/Train station Conference room Year of construction EC Nearest Bus / Metro Stop Restaurant Non-smoking area Smoking area HighchairsView more

Rooms features

Cot on demand Number of bedrooms

Description

Luxurious chateau-style hotel in downtown Victoria, overlooking the Inner Harbour, and adjacent to the Victoria Conference Centre. - Number of rooms: 477 - Accommodation: TV, in-room movies (charge), telephone, WIFI internet access available throughout the property at a daily charge of $ 15 , mini bar, iron with board, hair dryer, rollaway bed free , Fairmont Gold inclusions: private check-in and lounge access, continental breakfast and afternoon canapes and honour bar, complimentary newspapers, DVDs, books and games, computer access in lounge, in-room internet access. - Facilities: 8 floors with elevator, 2 restaurants, bar, indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna, whirlpool, spa, parking $30. Wheelchair accessible room(s).Note: Cancellation Policy: 3 nights or less, 100% of first night. No shows will be charged 100% of entire stay.

Description

Facilities and services include reception open 24 hrs, a restaurant, a restaurant - bar, a lobby bar, wireless internet throughout the hotel (extra charge), elevator, spa (extra charge), business center open 24 hrs, concierge, laundry service (extra charge), hair salon (extra charge), car rental service, parking (extra charge) and a health club open 24hrs which includes: fitness center, a indoor pool, children's pool and sauna.

The rooms feature TV, telephone, heating, safety box, hairdryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board.

Address: 721 Government Street, V8W1W5, Victoria, Canada.

Description

Luxurious chateau-style hotel in downtown Victoria, overlooking the Inner Harbour, and adjacent to the Victoria Conference Centre. - Number of rooms: 477 - Accommodation: TV, in-room movies (charge), telephone, WIFI internet access available throughout the property at a daily charge of $ 15 , mini bar, iron with board, hair dryer, rollaway bed free , Fairmont Gold inclusions: private check-in and lounge access, continental breakfast and afternoon canapes and honour bar, complimentary newspapers, DVDs, books and games, computer access in lounge, in-room internet access. - Facilities: 8 floors with elevator, 2 restaurants, bar, indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna, whirlpool, spa, parking $30. Wheelchair accessible room(s).Note: Cancellation Policy: 3 nights or less, 100% of first night. No shows will be charged 100% of entire stay.