DoubleTree by Hilton

Very friendly staff and nice atmosphere. I only gave it 4 stars is because it’s located at such a hidden location that I spent about 20 mins locating it.

Great hotel! We got upgraded to a suite just by asking. The King Suite was great — smaller than most hotels but a nice touch that had everything you need. For the basics — this room works well. The view from the balcony was stunning at night, it’s close to town and all the sights and the price was good.
The restaurant is a typical doubletree serving a standard continental breakfast (the bacon and sausage links are amazing!). We especially loved the personal touches such as fresh zucchini bread and freshly baked blueberry muffins! At night they had a special Valentines Day themed dinner option for couples — which was great!

Updated my review based on subsequent stays here — the staff is what makes this hotel special. They are friendly, outgoing and make an effort to go out of their way to provide excellent service. The rooms are newly renovated and very clean. Great views on all sides. Great property.

Rooms are okay. Maid service is a little sloppy.
Without coming off as snobby, please keep in mind this hotel wears on its sleeve a badge toting stars, luxury and exceptional accommodation with a price to prove it. I was disappointed one morning while running out that I was charged for a coffee and pastry downstairs. All around the world I have yet to run into a hotel that charges for a coffee in the lobby, aside from a hostel in eastern Europe. Comparable? I suppose it must be.
All in all, decent place although leaving you feel nickeled and dimed.
They do send you off with a warm cookie, a Double Tree trademark. Don’t be afraid to take it, it is actually free of charge.

Great Hotel, great price ! We were able to get a room last minute. 2 adults 1 child. Nice Suite. Beautiful view from balcony. 2 TVs in living room and bedroom. Bathroom is good size and the kitchen has everything u need.
Service is top notch.
The front desk ladies were all super sweet and polite.
The concierge during our stay was Gregory. He was very patient and knowledgable about all the things Victoria has to offer.
They have a sauna/​jacuzzi and a mini room with a few exercise equipment.
OH– don’t book through a travel or deals website. You will get a better rate by calling the Hotel directly.

You can not find a better place to stay in Victoria than this fantastic hotel. Located within easy walking distance of all shopping and restaurants. Rooms are very clean and beautifully furnished. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Upper rooms have a great view of the bay.

My boyfriend and I traveled from Seattle to Victoria for a getaway weekend and we were very pleased with everything about our stay at the Executive House Hotel. Walking distance from the Victoria Clipper, we carried our bags the short distance from the dock to the hotel. Everyone we interacted with on the staff was friendly and super helpful. And we soon discovered that the outdoor patio at Bart’s English Pub is a great place for a nightcap before heading up to your room for the night.
We walked into a one-​bedroom suite on the 16^th floor with ample room and all of the amenities for a comfortable weekend stay. It was really the view, however, that sold the room. The entire weekend we enjoyed sweeping views of the Inner Harbor, the Parliament building, the Royal BC Museum and the Empress Hotel. We visited at the warmest time of the year so we kept the windows and sliding glass door open whenever we were in the room and the sounds of street-​side buskers and music from the carillon bells drifted into our room on the breeze.
The location of the hotel is just about perfect. Downtown Victoria is immediately accessible just outside the front door. We were mere blocks away from the Inner Harbor, major museums, tours, and the Royal Theater (where we caught part of the Victoria International Jazzfest). We were also conveniently near Beacon Hill Park and some beautiful residential neighborhoods that were great for my morning runs — both of which led to an amazing waterfront trail with sweeping views of the Washington Peninsula and the Olympic Mountain range. Tip: if you have a dog, bring him with you! The hotel is pet friendly and the south end of Beacon Hill Park has an off-​leash area with beach access — just a one-​mile walk from the hotel.

We had a chance to stay at Executive House Hotel for 2 nights during the summer. This hotel is by no means a luxury hotel; it’s more of a functional hotel that is good for its value, cleanliness and very good location in downtown. Like many other hotels in PNW I suppose, this hotel doesn’t seem to have A/​C in guest rooms… so if you happen to stay there during the summer… at night it can feel a bit hot even after you open the window (they provided an electric fan in our room but the air from a fan and even after opening the window just wasn’t as fresh as being and breathing outside). In the winter, I’d think this hotel would be quite a good choice given the less heat nuisance that you have to deal with.
Overall, I wouldn’t mind staying at this place again. It is a good hotel if you are not too particular about getting everything serviced like having a spa, butler, etc and merely want a hotel that offers cleanliness and practical convenience for you to explore Victoria on your own. The hotel is located in a safe and very good location (a couple of blocks from fisherman’s wharf and right in downtown). There’s even a 7 – 11 around the corner. The one thing I might do if I ever go back next time during the summer is maybe to ask for some rooms that may be cooler at night (probably the rooms on the lower floors).

This isn’t a luxury hotel in any sense. But for the basics — it’s lovely.
First off, check in was quick and painless. We had a few documents to process as a third party was taking care of my stay so though I was directed to the hilariously ancient computer to print off certain forms, the staff at the front desk were helpful and patient.
Parking is cheap! $ 8 a day. Can’t go wrong there. With my last trip down to Seattle costing me $ 40 an evening, this was a breath of fresh air.
Rooms are basic but clean. The views from the higher rooms (I was floor 15) were stunning. The bathrooms are a GREAT size. A «could have a dance party in here» size. And I wanted to steal the hairdryer because it was so good… which is usually a sour point at even the nicer of hotels. Decent coffee in the room.
Fair rates.
Free wifi. GOOD wifi. THANK YOU!
The few stumbles: it gets HOT in there. There’s only one small window to open and being up high, the room heats up. My tolerance to this is weeny and I had a few sauna like moments. If you hide from heat, ask for a lower floor or a room with a balcony = large sliding door.
The bed is a little tough. I think the W spoiled me for beds because now I just want floating heaven but I found these beds a little bit too firm for total hotel coma sleep comfort.
Water pressure. Not dismal but is pretty light. At least up on floor 15.
But over-​all — I would definitely recommend this place on a trip to Vic. They have a decent little pub downstairs. A great cocktail bar across the street. And are in prime location for tourists with beautiful views of the water. Really, you can’t ask for much more at $ 129 a night.

great price and location and service.
large, clean room with wifi — i don’t need much more! (though i think next time, i would like a fridge)
when we realized the bedding was made with some down, they replaced it for us with synthetics. unfortunately for us, we had only noticed when we were dead-​tired and ready for bed and had to stay awake to get new bedding and then a security guy came up with new bedding for us and we had to ask (and then wait again) for a cover for the duvet. a bit odd!
parking was a bit tiring at times — they have 4 lots on their block but it took us awhile to find the 4^th one when the first 3 were full. all of the staff were young and consistently super friendly, especially including the guy who so patiently helped us find that 4^th lot when we were going a little insane doing the circles around the block trying to park.

I don’t know why people gave this place bad reviews. I really enjoyed my stay. I got a great deal on LivingSocial for the weekend. The staff was extremely friendly and our room was beautiful! The rooms have good views and the hotel is located right downtown, so it’s easy to walk pretty much anywhere. I was really impressed with the hotel, especially considering the great deal we got on it! The beds were comfy, there is free wifi, the rooms are clean and updated, there are balconies outside the rooms, and great views!

A little overpriced for the very basic room you get, only thing that stands out is the good location, everything else is unremarkable, bed was comfy but room was cold and you gotta fight with the old heating units to warm it up, good shower, but our room had a skylight which is annoying if you want to sleep in. If you have time look around, you can definatley get something better for the price

I wish I could leave zero stars but oh well. Got a deal from Groupon for a special price at this hotel and was excited to spend the weekend in Victoria. Unfortunately something came up which is preventing me from making the trip. I called to cancel my reservation but the staff member who took my call seemed pretty rude and said I would be charged because I didn’t cancel my reservation within 72 hours. I told the woman that I would be rescheduling for a different date and would extend my stay longer but that didn’t make a difference and told me it was «policy» and my card would be charged regardless. I asked to speak with a manager and she said all she could do was take a message.
Terrible service. Avoid this place.

If you’re in Victoria and need a place to stay and you happen upon the Executive House Hotel… go across the street to the Château Vic and avoid this one.
Point Form:
Pros:
–Recently renovated bathrooms
–Nice TVs
–Comfy (tho small) pillows
Cons:
–unpleasant staff
— Holes in wall behind bedside table
— Gross closet
— Forgot breakfast menu every day
Too expensive, not worth it.

A good quality business hotel. The staff aren’t the most informed, but the amenities are nice. The beds are comfortable and it has free wifi.
I’m here in the winter and rates are cheap (though UVic is paying). It’s as central as anything is in Victoria. I’d avoid the pub downstairs for food.

The Executive House Hotel is very much a 3-​star hotel as far as hotel star ratings go, but it is excellent value for the price, the location is ideal, and the staff are wonderful, so four stars for experience and value.
The rooms could use some cosmetic updating. My room’s blue carpet was showing its age, the bathtub was discoloured, and very cheap mirrored closet doors that didn’t open very easily, but those were minor issues. Most importantly, the room was very clean, and I had a wonderful view of the harbour. Note to couples: Interestingly, the wall behind the headboard is completely mirrored.
The only sound I heard during my entire stay was the collective shouting and cheering from the drunken Santa bar crawl group as it passed by the street below, but otherwise it was very quiet.
The front counter staff were very friendly, but professional. They gave me an excellent breakfast recommendation, and clearly know their city well.
I wouldn’t come here for a romantic getaway, but it’s fine to spend the night if you’re on business or just visiting and need a clean, comfortable and quiet place to rest your head.

I researched hotels online prior to booking and had some trouble finding a room on short notice for a decent price. From the photos online, the Executive House Hotel seemed just right. The hotel was within walking distance from the Clipper, it was moderately priced and the friendly staff helped us reserve a whale watching tour for the next day. It was a bit dated and dingy compared to the pictures but it was fine for the one night we spent there. We will probably look for a nicer hotel the next time we visit Victoria.

Another year, another trip to Victoria.
I swear — I’m moving there at some point.
Sooooo — this is only my second trip and, while I wanted to stay at the Empress, I found that they were booked and the next best thing the Clipper Vacations had for me was Executive House. I sullenly accepted knowing that the 140.00 savings would at least make up for it.
The lobby was small. it led me to think I was in for a Roach Motel even though I was in Victoria and I’m almost positive they don’t have roaches anywhere in the city. there was no pool (suckage) BUT there was a hot tub, a sauna, and a workout room. ok. score on that.
Then we made it to the room. HUZZAH!!! Let me tell you — a young couple on vacation is a hot thing. but when that young couple has a prepubescent 11 yr old with them it leaves some things to be desired for. UNTIL we walked into the room.
The boy had his own bedroom… his VERY OWN BEDROOM. the patio opened out towards the harbor which we could see a little of — the hotel is just set back 2 blocks from Government street soooo the view would obviously lacking.
Overall — it’s a nice place — it’s close to downtown Victoria — and HELLO it’s 140.00 cheaper!!!
The quest is still on to stay at all the hotels that look interesting but this may become a mainstay for me.