The Best Family Hotels in Victoria, BC
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INTRODUCTION
Planning a trip to Victoria with kids? Enhance your stay in one of Canada’s most picturesque harbourfront cities by choosing one of the best family hotels Victoria has to offer.
From luxurious family accommodations to budget-friendly options with a unique twist, we’ve got something for every family. Take a peek!
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FAMILY HOTEL VICTORIA, BC MAP
When considering the best family hotels in Victoria, BC, location is key. Fortunately, the city is compact and easy to navigate.
Most major attractions are located near Victoria’s lovely Inner Harbour. Nearly all of my recommended family hotels are within walking distance of the harbour, except for The Hotel Zed. (I’ve included The Hotel Zed, despite it being an 8-minute drive from the harbour, as it is a charming, budget-friendly option popular with families.)
I have detailed each hotel and its features in the next section, but if you want a quick visual, I have also plotted them on this map in gold.
BEST FAMILY HOTELS VICTORIA, BC
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1. THE VICTORIA REGENT WATERFRONT
The Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel is one of the best family hotels in Victoria, B.C (and in my opinion, one of the most underrated). The location is fantastic, and the stunning harbour view, with its constant activity, keeps kids mesmerized.
The property offers some very spacious suites (up to 1800 sq.ft.) with full kitchens, floor-to-ceiling windows and large decks. The largest of the units, the 2 bedroom, can sleep up to 6 people and is one of the best family hotel Victoria options for a large family.
Note: For over 15 years, I’ve been staying at the Regent each December with my kids in one room and my sister and her two kids in another. It’s the perfect spot for us to be together while still having our own space.
Room Tip: Harbour view rooms are well worth the splurge.
Check rates for the Victoria Regent Hotel on Expedia or Booking.com.
2. THE HOTEL ZED
The funky Hotel Zed is a ton of fun for families. It is also a great pick if you are looking for budget-friendly family hotels in Victoria, BC. with room options that that can sleep 5.
This colourful property has a pool, a 3-storey waterslide, a ping pong table, bikes for loan (kids/tandem bikes too), a retro VW van to shuttle you around and much more. You can even rent their Airstream (the Zedstream) if you want to do some urban glamping.
Although more removed from Victoria’s downtown core, this hotel makes up for this distance in amenities. Between the pool, the waterslide, the on-site restaurant…your kids may not want to leave the property!
Check rates for the Hotel Zed Victoria on Expedia or Booking.com.
3. THE FAIRMONT EMPRESS
You may feel like honoured guests at a castle when staying at the lovely Fairmont Empress! This Grand-Dame classic Victoria hotel has recently undergone an extensive 60 million dollar renovation that included their lobby, guest rooms, spa, pool and health club.
Like all Fairmont properties, this hotel does an exceptional job of catering to families with babysitting services, special kids’ activities, pint-sized robes, a kids’ menu (including a special prince and princess tea service), and a lovely indoor heated pool. Located right at the base of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the location simply can’t be beat and this property is definitely the best family hotel in Victoria BC in the luxury accommodations category.
Note: I’ve often heard people stay that the Empress has “small rooms”. On a recent stay however, we had a renovated “Deluxe Double Queen Room” for our family of four (over 400 sq. feet) and it was perfect. It even had a sitting area that included a sofabed. According to the front desk, not all the Deluxe Double Queens have the additional sofabed. I would suggest calling ahead to request if you have an extra little person to accommodate.
Check rates and availably at on the Fairmont Empress website.
4. THE OSWEGO BOUTIQUE HOTEL
It you are looking for Victoria family hotel rooms for a large family, The Oswego is a good choice. Rooms at this conveniently-located property range from roomy studio suites to 2 bedroom penthouse suites.
All have luxury finishes, full gourmet kitchens, free wifi, soaker tubs, use of the fitness room and laundry facilities. Thoughtful touches include nightly turndown service, welcome fruit, and complimentary in room coffee and water.
Check rates for the Oswego Boutique Hotel on Expedia or Booking.com.
5. DELTA VICTORIA OCEAN POINTE RESORT
If you are looking for more of a Victoria family resort experience, this property is a good choice. It offers modern harbour view rooms, and great amenities including a complimentary health club, indoor swimming pool, and tennis courts.
This property makes a special effort to welcome families traveling with small children with a kids’ check-in desk, evening fireside story time with milk and cookies, a bag of goodies upon check-in, cribs and high chairs, and a children’s menu in the restaurant.
Check rates for Delta Ocean Pointe Resort on Expedia or Booking.com.
6. THE MAGNOLIA HOTEL & SPA
If you are looking for luxury family accommodation in Victoria, the award-winning Magnolia boutique hotel is a great choice. Located just a block away from Victoria Harbour and many top city attractions, this lovely hotel provides a luxurious experience for traveling families.
Extras include free wifi, Aveda toiletries, in-room Torrefazione coffee, bottled water and plush robes for both parents and kids alike.
The Magnolia is in an excellent location for families visiting Victoria – right near the harbour, Miniature World, The Bug Zoo, and the Royal BC Museum.
Room tip: Request a high floor with a view.
Check rates for The Magnolia Hotel on Expedia or Booking.com.
Your readers should know that the Oak Bay Beach Hotel and Spa no longer allows kids younger than 16 in the pool area. The hotel offers vouchers to a local rec center, but the family swim times at the center look pretty limited.
Hello Jessica,
Thank you so much for updating me on this and I am very sorry if it caused you (and your family) any inconvenience or disappointment. I have just spoken to the hotel and it seems they changed the policy in April. The pools aside, I hope you enjoyed your time in Victoria.
Warm Regards,
Tara