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The Fairmont Empress
721 Government Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1W5
Nightly Rates (387.49 - 397.71)   4 Star
The Fairmont Empress

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Property Description
The Fairmont Empress captures the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era while her facilities and services meet the needs of today*s traveler. The Fairmont Empress features luxuriously appointed guest rooms and suites with magnificent views including the spectacular Inner Harbour. Enjoy golfing year round or fabulous shopping and a true Afternoon Tea experience - Victoria has it all. The adjoining Victoria Conference Center is fully-integrated with The Fairmont Empress.

The Fairmont Empress


Amenities
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock

  • Babysitting/Child Services

  • Bar/Lounge

  • Barber/Beauty Shop

  • Business Center

  • Coffee Maker in Room

  • Concierge

  • 24 Hour Front Desk

  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

  • Express Checkout

  • Fishing

  • Free Local Telephone Calls

  • Golf

  • Hairdryers Available

  • Mini Bar

  • Modem Lines in Room

  • Modem Lines in Room

  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

  • Pets Allowed

  • Pool

  • Parking

  • Restaurant

  • Room Service

  • Safe Deposit Box

  • Shops/Commercial Services

  • Fitness Center or Spa

  • Tennis

  • Television with Cable

  • Laundry/Valet Services

  • VIP Rooms/Services


  • Room Information
    The Fairmont Empress
  • Fairmont Room

  • Fairmont Rooms are finished in an elegant traditional decor with luxurious duvets and draperies. The cosy sitting area has two armchairs and a comfortable working table or desk.
  • Deluxe Room

  • Spacious Deluxe Rooms feature elegant traditional decor with large sitting areas. Excellent for families or business travellers requiring extra space, these rooms offer a sofa or two armchairs.

    Miscellaneous Information
  • Canadian Dollars is the native currency. 

  • Check in time is 4pm 

  • Check out time is 11am 

  • Time Zone is  Pacific Standard Time 

  • Opened in  Jan 20, 1908 

  • Renovated in  Last renovations 2006 

  • 476  rooms. 

  • 0  suites. 

  • 8  floors. 


  • Directions
    Contact the Concierge Desk for driving directions in the area. Rising regally on Victoria*s spectacular Inner Harbor - The Fairmont Empress is located on Government Street between Humboldt and Belleville Streets. VICTORIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Approx. 27km/17miles (30 mins)

    Restaurant Information
    Bengal Lounge  The Bengal Lounge is famous for its curry buffet, 'Death By Chocolate' desserts, live jazz and a long list of signature cocktails. The Lounge offers stunning views of Victoria's Inner Harbor. The Empress Room  Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in our upscale restaurant. Pair your appetizers, entree or dessert with wine from our award winning selection. The veranda, overlooking the Inner Harbor, is open during the summer months and provides a spectacular location to dine. Afternoon Tea  Indulge in one of Victoria's grandest traditions - Afternoon Tea at The Fairmont Empress, served in the relaxing atmosphere of the elegantly restored Tea Lobby, overlooking Victoria's Inner Harbor. Served daily -- Reservations are required and should be made one to two weeks in advance to avoid disappointment. In-Room Dining  Whether its an intimate dinner for two, a lunch for a day of sight-seeing, a hospitality suite for 20, or just a midnight snack for one - our In-Room dining staff will be happy to assist you!

    Meeting Facility
  • Meeting Space
  •   The Fairmont Empress is an ideal venue for a meeting in Victoria, Canada. Featuring over 10,000 square feet of meeting space, The Fairmont Empress can accommodate everything from a small executive board meeting to a large convention. State-of-the-art technology is featured in all meeting rooms, including an Ethernet network, and high-speed Internet access is also available throughout the hotel. Staff at The Fairmont Empress is dedicated to providing a full service for your Victoria meeting to ensure it is a successful occasion. AskFairmontFirst is our toll-free service for group planners. If you are wanting more information, contact one of the following numbers: *For Catering/Function Space, call 1-888-270-4432 *For Bedroom with Meeting Space, call 1-866-662-6060 or contact us at: askfairmontfirst@fairmont.com Guests outside North America call 1-506-877-3162.


    Recreation Information
  • Cycling/Mountain Biking

  • The Fairmont Empress offers bike rentals available at the Concierge Desk through and outside company. The seaside vistas and rolling hills make biking a favorite activity in the area. Contact the Concierge for a list of rental prices.
  • Golf

  • Several golf courses are located in the area. Transportation can be arranged. For a list of golf courses and packages, contac the Concierge Desk.
  • Hiking

  • Half and full day guided hikes are available in the most spectacular natural settings on Southern Vancouver Island. The Victoria area offers beautiful rugged, coastal hikes or mountainous, panoramic climbs. There is hiking for every level - from novice to seasoned experts.
  • Pool & Health Club

  • The Fairmont Empress has a fully-equipped gym and indoor heated pool and whirlpool area, which is accessible to registered hotel guests only, at no charge.
  • Kayaking

  • Discover the beauty of Canada's West Coast from a sea kayak. Join a sea-kayaking course that ranges from a 3-hour evening clinic to full-weekend adventures. Scheduled tours are available from June to September. Clinics and group tour bookings are available year-round. For more information, contac the Concierge Desk.
  • Willow Stream Spa

  • The gracious spirit and energy of the resort flow naturally to Willow Stream. A calming waterfall invites you to experience the healing mineral waters. Willow Stream Spa offers complete esthetics and spa treatments including manicures, pedicures, facials, body wraps and scrubs, as well as massages including Swedish, Relaxation, Sports, Shiatsu and La Stone therapy. Access fees and age restrictions apply. Contact the hotel for more details.

  • Butchart Gardens

  • Located about 45 minutes from the hotel, Burchart Gardens features over 55 acres of wonderful floral display, offering spectacular views as you stroll along meandering paths and expansive lawns. Open Year-round. The Gardens were designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 2004.
  • Butterfly Gardens

  • Located about 30 minutes from the hotel, Butterfly world is a lush, indoor tropical garden where flowers are always blooming and butterflies are always flying. If bright colours such as red or pink are worn, a butterfly may land upon you.
  • Pacific Undersea Gardens

  • Walking distance from the hotel, the amazing Pacific Undersea Gardens enables you to GO DEEP into Victoria?s Inner Harbour and see the Live Dive Show in the exclusive Undersea Theatre on the bottom of the sea!
  • Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

  • Glendale Gardens offers plant enthusiasts a peaceful, rural environment filled with a wide variety of plant material in a natural setting.
  • Tours

  • Horse and Carriage Tours of Victoria are available. Check with the Concierge for schedule, prices and reservations. Tours of The Fairmont Empress are offered on Saturdays, for a duration of 1 hour. Check with Concierge for pricing and schedule information.
  • Whale Watching Tours

  • Whale-watching tours are available from several charters in the area. Contact Concierge to book your adventure.
  • Miniature World

  • Only a 2-minute walk from the hotel, you'll witness historic events or the future frontiers of Space, Fantasy Land, the amazing Victorian Dollhouses, Circus World and more, all in Miniature World setting!
  • Beacon Hill Park

  • Located a 15-minute walk from the hotel, the historic Beacon Hill Park is beautifully landscaped and manicured, and is home to numerous species of ducks, birds and wildlife. The park also features a children's petting zoo.
  • Legislature Building

  • A 2-minute walk from the hotel, you can learn about Canada's legislature by taking a free tour of the buildings during the week.
  • Emily Carr House

  • Visit the birthplace and childhood home of Emily Carr, one of Canada's most famous artists and authors. Restored to accurately depict lifestyle of the Carr family, the home also features a People's Gallery.
  • Royal London Wax Museum

  • Located near the hotel, in front of the Parliament Buildings, the Royal London Wax Museum is home to the world's most famous faces.
    The Fairmont Empress
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