520 Menzies Street, V8V 2H4 Victoria, Canada
#7 of 44 hotels in Victoria
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2353 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 May 2024
Barry
AustraliaAll good
It is an older style building but our room on 2nd floor was very clean and plenty of natural light and quite roomy. The bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was great and good choice and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The position was wonderful - could walk to everything around Victoria.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Barbara
United StatesClean, fantastic location
Everything was great.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Kimberly
CanadaLocation and the breakfast is 👌
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Fab117
Switzerland8th stop of our road trip from Calgary to Vancouver, we spent 2 nights at The Embassy Inn. What we liked: + Ideally located in Victoria + Beautiful, well-equipped room with excellent bedding + More than adequate breakfast + Fairly good value for money
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Cathy
CanadaBreakfast was amazing! Quiet, kind staff, comfortable beds, decent sized bathtub
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Melissa
United Statesno pool
Location, fridge, microwave, balcony.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Pandiarajan
CanadaThe hotel really need a upgrade as the AC is totally old school and it takes time to cooldown and interior needs a facelift,bed,tv are comfortable and no noise from outside
It’s very close to the assembly and we went for a night walk to the downtown core
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Anne
United KingdomBreakfast choices could be better. For example - there was no plain yogurt or plain breakfast cereals, only sweet choices.
The location was excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Goodvibes69
CanadaSheets on the bed were very stiff which made sleeping not as restful as it could have been. Rooms are a little tired - very clean - but could use a refresh. No gym or pool/hot tub in case these amenities are important to you. Free bottled water not provided but you can buy bottled pop or water from vending machines in the lobby.
The location & breakfast were amazing. Free parking and breakfast included. The breakfast staff were on hand to keep items replenished & to maintain cleanliness. One of the front desk staff was amazing (brunette lady was cheerful, professional, helpful & friendly - always had a smile - wished I had gotten her name to give a shout out). Pillows & bed were super comfortable! Housekeeping was friendly & efficient. Located ideally to important tourist attractions at the inner harbor - Legislative buildings, IMAX, BC Museum, easy walking distance to water taxi, Fisherman’s Wharf, The Empress Hotel and other shopping venues. One block from bus #70 & 72 that take you to Swartz Bay Ferry terminal (great for walk-on travellers who don’t bring a personal vehicle to the island). Starbucks 1 block away.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Gagnon
CanadaPricey for the outdated building
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Beverley
United StatesWould have liked a water fountain in the lobby.
Excellent location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Leanne
New ZealandWe arrived early and we're able to check in. I think we have been given a different room
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Bergerac1
AustraliaRoom a bit dated but fine overall
Wonderful location Good size room Breakfast was included and quite good Undercover parking Good price
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Emma
AustraliaWe would have preferred natural yoghurt and English bacon instead of the crispy bacon for breakfast, but we certainly didn't go hungry!!
The staff was helpful and allocated us a nice room on the top floor, but it had a skylight letting in too much light so we were quickly changed to the same style room on the floor below. Having the 2 queen beds was great for really being able to sprawl in bed. The beds were comfortable and the view from the room over downtown Victoria was lovely. It was close to everything and there was free parking including undercover in the building's garage. The breakfast was excellent and there was plenty of choice.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Joshua
CanadaRooms are a little dated, but clean
The buffet breakfast was really great , decent coffee as well
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Cheryl
CanadaGreat location in the Victoria Inner Harbour
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Dana
CanadaAll was good.
Friendly staff, clean hotel.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Vincent
CanadaNothing
The breakfast in the morning was excellent each day. Our room was refreshed every day. It made a great holiday for my wife and I. We will be back in December. The girl at front desk reminded us to ask for the medical rate when we come back as it will be for medical visits. Have already recommended the Embassy to friends.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Eugene
Canadanothing
The best ever.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
William
AustraliaN/A
well situated and run hotel. high standard and spacious room with pleasant view. efficient staff and good value. Breakfast was buffet with no table service but was nutritional and of a good standard.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Ramdawar
CanadaLocation and breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Susanna
CanadaNothing
Location is excellent. Our suite was perfect.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Houssam
FranceNothing
Great location very close to downtown Victoria. The room was nice with a view on the BC parliament building. The staff was also very nice. We really enjoyed our stay here Free parking
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Virginia
United StatesWe were very happy with the fabulous location, right at the harbor. Great price. We just stepped off the ferry and walked 1/2 a block to the hotel
There was a large variety on f fresh eggs, breads, fruit, waffles, potatoes, different protein each day, staff made sure all bins were full and fresh. Best buffet breakfast we’ve had in a long time. Beautiful dining room too.
Stayed in May 2024
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