HUNTINGDON HOTEL AND SUITES, Victoria

The hotel sits directly across from the Black Ball Ferry and is a 200-metre walk from the Inner Harbour pathway. The BC Legislature Building is 450 m away, and Government Street shopping and dining are 1 km away. Chinatown is a 7-minute drive or a 20-minute stroll. The surrounding area is flat and walkable, with Fisherman's Wharf, the Empress Hotel, and numerous restaurants all within a 5-15 minute walk. For those with a car, both underground (106-inch height limit) and outdoor parking are available on site for an additional daily fee; parking cannot be reserved in advance.

Room types include Buckingham Rooms (king bed, kitchenette available), Newcastle Rooms (two queen beds, air conditioning, pet-friendly ground floor), and newly renovated loft suites such as the Camden Loft, London Loft, and Cambridge Loft (king bed, queen pull-out couch, full kitchen, upstairs sleeping area accessed by stairs). The Balmoral Room offers two king beds, a full kitchen, and a private balcony. The Grand Dorset Suite accommodates up to six guests with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and premium harbour views. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with cable, air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, mini-fridge (or full kitchen in suites), and all-natural bath products. Many rooms have private bathrooms with baths. Loft rooms require navigating stairs and are not recommended for those with mobility limitations. Some rooms may feel dated, with uneven heating or noise transfer; upper-floor rooms away from the street tend to be quieter. The property offers a coin-operated guest laundry.

Breakfast is served daily in the conservatory-style dining room (or at the Pendray Inn during renovations) with a hot buffet including scrambled eggs, sausages, ham, bacon, hash browns, pancakes, waffles, cereals, fresh fruit, yogurt, croissants, juices, and tea/coffee. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are available on request with 48 hours' notice. The breakfast room can get busy on peak weekends, and the breakfast buffet is not available before 07:00. High tea at the Pendray Tea House (a 2-minute walk) is available at a discount for hotel guests. There is no on-site evening restaurant; instead, numerous restaurants are within a 5-10 minute walk, including seafood, British, American, and casual dining. Hunter's Club serves breakfast only. A vending machine with drinks and snacks is available on site.

The on-site spa & wellness centre provides a range of treatments including back, neck, foot, and full-body massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, and body treatments. A sauna is available for an additional charge. The hotel can arrange bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, and tours about local culture, all for an additional fee. A golf course is within 3 km. The manicured gardens, rose and topiary displays, scenic ponds, and cobblestone pathways offer a tranquil setting for a stroll. There is no pool or hot tub on site.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and public areas. The 24-hour front desk can assist with currency exchange, concierge, express check-in/out, and luggage storage (free). A coin-operated guest laundry on the P1 level costs CAD 2 per wash/dry cycle. Business facilities include the Windsor Room (theatre-style seating for 40, natural daylight, kitchenette) and the Drawing Room at the Pendray Inn (up to 8 guests). Audiovisual equipment and tech support are available. Catering is provided by Truffles Catering. The hotel has an elevator serving the 2nd and 3rd floors, but the 1st floor and breakfast room require navigating a few stairs. A safety deposit box, key card access, CCTV, and 24-hour security are in place. The property is non-smoking throughout. Family rooms and high chairs are available. Electric vehicle charging stations and an herb garden are on site.