Fairmont Empress
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada · Virtuoso
Recognized as the #2 Best Canadian City Hotel in Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards and honoured as a top Western Canadian Hotel in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in the heart of Victoria, BC overlooking the city's sparkling Inner Harbour. The MICHELIN key and Forbes-recommended hotel is a distinguished 4 Green Key property committed to sustainable practices. Following a $60+ million restoration completed in 2017, the hotel has transformed into an elegant must-visit destination where modern luxury intertwines with timeless charm. In 2023, the property introduced a reimagined Fairmont Gold Experience. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms await to…
Royalty and celebrities have enjoyed the remarkable ambience of Fairmont Empress since its opening in 1908. Experience the regal history in one of the hotel's guest rooms or suites, newly restored and elegantly appointed, offering panoramic views of Victoria or the Inner Harbour. Choose Fairmont Gold, where you will gain access to a private lounge and concierge team, and enjoy complimentary breakfast, evening hors d'oeuvres, and honor-bar service. There are also two excellent restaurants: Q at the Empress and the completely restored Lobby Lounge – home of the world-famous Tea at the Empress.
What you get booking it through us
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast credit of $45 per person, for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining (credit is non-cumulative)
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Afternoon Tea, a Fairmont Empress tradition for more than a century, is a must! Savor scones and the resort’s secret blend of tea in the majestic Lobby Lounge.
The property, in facts
| Where | 721 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Brand | Fairmont |
| Hotel group | Accor |
| Rooms | 431 |
| Room types | 20 |
| Nearest airport | Victoria International (YYJ) · 16 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Adventure, Landmarks, Local Immersion |
| Sustainability | Biosphere Responsible Tourism Standard |
Rooms and suites
- Royal Suite — The Royal Suite is undeniably the best hotel accommodation on Vancouver Island and features a king bedroom, living room parlour, dining room for eight, modern…
- Signature Two Bedroom Harbour View Suite — Each of our Two Bedroom Suites features three rooms in total; two bedrooms and one parlor. The master bedroom is furnished with one king bed, the second…
- Fairmont Gold One Bedroom Suite City Vie — Fairmont Gold One-Bedroom Suites consist of a bedroom, one bathroom and a parlor room with a door between the parlor and bedroom. Elegant, spacious and…
- Fairmont Gold 2 Bedroom HV Suite — Our Fairmont Gold Two-Bedroom Suite offers a spacious open concept bedroom & parlor room connecting to a second bedroom. The parlor area has a beautiful…
- Fairmont Gold One Bedroom HV Suite — Featuring spectacular views of Victoria's Inner Harbour, a separate living area, as well as chic resort decor inspired by Vancouver Island's nature, these…
- Executive Suite City View — Featuring a separate living area as well as chic resort decor inspired by Vancouver Island's nature. Ideal for couples. Room Size: 420 sq.ft. to 580 sq.ft. /…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Non-Smoking · Refrigerator · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service · Voicemail · Wheelchair Accessible
What advisors say
96% of the 57 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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