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Hotel Rialto

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel with restaurant, near Victoria Harbour

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Close to Royal BC Museum and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal, Hotel Rialto offers a vibrant stay. Unwind with bike rentals, a visit to the gym or enjoy lunch at The Palms restaurant. With free in-room WiFi, 24-hour business center and concierge services this hotel near Victoria Harbour is perfect for active travelers.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $145
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(106 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC, V8W 1N8

What's nearby

  • Lower Johnson Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Government Street - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bay Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victoria Conference Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 4 min drive
  • Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 30 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 123 min drive
  • Bedwell Harbour, BC (YBW-Bedwell Harbour Seaplane Base) - 124 min drive
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 20 miles/32.3 km
  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 16.1 miles/25.9 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 16.9 miles/27.2 km
  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 17.8 miles/28.6 km
  • Deer Harbor, WA (DHB-Deer Harbor Seaplane Base) - 21.3 miles/34.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacofino - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hope Key Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden City Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪John's Place Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rialto

Hotel Rialto puts you just a 5-minute drive from Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Palms, which serves lunch and dinner. This boutique hotel is also within a short drive of Royal BC Museum and University of Victoria. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • One child (16 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • 24-hour offsite parking within 1312 ft (CAD 25 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (850 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1911
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

The Palms - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 1.16 percent destination fee will be charged

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs CAD 25 per day (1312 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Rialto Hotel
Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel Victoria

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Rialto offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Rialto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Rialto?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rialto?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rialto?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Rialto?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Rialto and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rialto?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Palms.

What's the area around Hotel Rialto like?

Hotel Rialto is in Downtown Victoria, a short 4-minute drive from Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) and 16 minutes' walk from Victoria Harbour. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Hotel Rialto Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant and on-site bar received high praise for serving very good food and having great staff. (57 reviews)
  • The gym was excellent, friendly, and had a wide range of equipment, with some guests even describing it as superb. (11 reviews)
  • The property offers a welcoming and pet-friendly environment with great amenities for travelers with dogs. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay as always at the Rialto!
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking was good, location is great for walking.
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely room, quiet, great staff
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We brought our vehicle and dog to Victoria and Hotel Rialto was clean, hospitable, friendly staff, spacious room, close to everything we needed. We parked at the public parkade for free 8pm to 8am, only 2 blocks away. Would stay again for sure.
Dana, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice basic hotel. Clean, excellent staff (Arlene was terrific and very helpful), well located. A bit loud outside at night, but not the hotel's fault.
Jeff, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The corner top floor room was bright & spacious with blackout curtains & comfortable King bed. The check in was friendly, quick, and helpful & we enjoyed our stay in the heart of the city❣️
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

awesome location. we will be back
Aaron, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Within Walking distance to attractions and restaurants. Front desk staff very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend. Would stay again.
Shannon, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful and pleasant. Fresh coffee in the lobby every morning was a treat.
Leslie, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The location is great, and staff is friendly.
Gerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
anat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, check in fast and easy. Room was great.
Lloyd, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room, quiet and great hospitality.
Jodine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfully appointed rooms and a central location. I’ll definitely stay there again when I’m back in town.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, nice rooms, great cookies and very helpful front desk staff.
Timothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, lovely and helpful staff, nice to be right down town.
Siri, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay. Amazing service and comfortable rooms and beds.
Claire, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was a nice boutique style hotel close to many ammenities.
Grayson, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was so nice . Fun to stay there
Bhupinder, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, quiet, staff courteous
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Colton was the staff person that checked us in he was super friendly and very helpful.
Joan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Competitive price and the front desk staff and manager were super helpful and friendly. Will be looking forward the next stay.
tao, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good deal for cost
Devon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, friendly hotel. Arlene at the front desk was super helpful.
Darren, 1-night trip