METRO INN, Victoria

The motel is situated a 5-minute drive from downtown Victoria and a 1-minute drive from Mayfair Shopping Centre, with Butchart Gardens 17 km away. Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal is 30 km from the property. Several restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, including Kitty's Hideaway diner, Spoons Diner, and Pizzeria Prima Strada. A local bus network is easily accessible, making the city centre reachable by a single bus. The location is convenient for those with a car, and the neighborhood is close to amenities, though some may find the immediate area less polished.

Rooms are spacious and include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bath, a seating area, and a desk. Each room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, and a wardrobe. Some rooms offer a full kitchenette with a stove, oven, and full-size fridge, plus cookware. Beds are comfortable, and rooms are generally clean. The decor is dated but functional. Some rooms may have odors from smoke, and occasional reports of pests have been noted. The motel does not have air conditioning, but portable A/C units may be available on request. Rooms are quiet, particularly those not facing the parking lot.

Metro Inn does not have a restaurant on site. Breakfast is not always included and availability depends on the room rate selected at booking. There are several dining options within a 5-minute walk, including a diner for breakfast and brunch, Italian cuisine, and a sushi restaurant. For casual meals, Ricky's All Day Grill is 0.5 km away, and various other choices such as a pizza place and a pho restaurant are within 0.5 km. A coffee bar is also nearby.

Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Free private parking is available at a nearby location without reservation. A launderette is available for an additional charge, and fax/photocopying services can be arranged at extra cost. Pets are allowed on request with no additional fee. Smoking is permitted in the parking lot. The motel does not have a lift, and there is no EV charger. Staff are noted for being friendly and helpful, and the office can assist with storing bikes. Luggage storage is possible by prior arrangement.