Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
14 Mar 2011
This hotel is centrally located in the downtown James
Bay area, very close to the Parliament Buildings and the
Victoria harbor. Our room was ready for us upon arrival,
and everything was in order. We had a deluxe guest room
- large room with dresser, large desk, coffee table with
two rocker chairs, as well as a large bathroom area. Our
room also contained a small fridge and microwave which
we found very useful for our five night/six day stay. We
have stayed at the Royal Scot on may previous occasions,
and would highly recommend.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
22 Feb 2011
We arrived very early to find our room all ready for us.
The staff was very friendly, the property itself was
well maintained. It did feel a bit like a retirement
home because it was so quiet and perfectly kept, but
that was exactly what was needed for a relaxing getaway.
It was great to take a break from the rain and enjoy the
pool, hot tub and sauna, which were all very clean and
welcoming. We will definitely stay here again when we
return to Victoria in the summer.
Area recommendations
Chinatown and the surrounding streets are great. While
the shopping wasn't everything we'd hoped for, there
were two really amazing vintage/2nd hand stores. We had
an amazing brunch at Mo:Le on Pandora St and tasted some
great microbrews at the Swan. Great neighborhood, clean
and amazing people!
Getting around
Walking: the only thing you need in downtown Victoria.
Dining
Mo:Le was a really great restaurant with the best pesto
hash browns ever. They had such a mixed crowd and a
mixed menu to suit anyone
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Feb 17, 2011
We have stayed at this hotel a couple of times and been
happy each time. The rooms are large enough to have
guests in for the evening to visit. The bed is
comfortable and the maid service was good. They are very
clean. The only thing to be aware of is the $10 parking
charge for each day. It isn't valet parking but parking
is at a premium in downtown Victoria so you are charged
for just parking in a large adjoining parking lot. You
can walk to much of the downtown from this hotel. We
would recommend it to people for sure.Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Feb 7, 2011
I used Trip Advisor to make a short list of hotels to
call. The lady at Royal Scot had best telephone manners
and closed the booking with an additional offer of free
parking for 2 vehicles. Normally they charge $10.00. We
had adjoining rooms for my son and family and my wife
and I in a suite. All amenities we needed were provided.
Rooms were facing a quiet street and there were
balconies for summer sitting. I liked the fact the
windows could be opened for fresh air, not sealed as in
some hotels. I made one request of housekeeping and it
was quickly provided. Check out was noon and we added 15
minutes to that with no problem. And we left our cars in
their lot for 4 hours as we did a sightseeing walk. We
didn't use the restaurant, but saw many older people
coming for lunch, which we thought indicated it was a
good value.
My daughter-in-law wanted to stay another night and we
are anxious to return again.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Jan 3, 2011
We've stayed at the Royal Scot three times over the past
25 years. Our most recent visit reminded us why we keep
coming back: excellent service, truly courteous staff,
extremely comfortable beds, and a quite adequate
kitchen/dining area. The public areas - pool, spa, game
room, billiards - were a big plus years ago when we
traveled with our kids. Now that we're older, we really
appreciate the convenient location, shuttle service, and
knowledgeable desk staff. It's been 11 years since our
last visit, but I hope our next one is much sooner!
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Dec 30, 2010
We had a great stay at a reasonable price. Our room was
on the fourth (top) floor so it was quieter than on
lower floors and had a kitchenette and a separate room
with a sofa bed. It was in a perfect location and very
convenient (5 minute walk from the ferry terminal). The
front desk staff was very friendly and accommodating. We
had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant there, which
is quaint and the food was very good. The staff was very
nice and friendly as well. We arranged a trip to the
Butchart Gardens and were picked up right from the
hotel. The trip to Butchart from the hotel was more
expensive, but convenient way to go.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Dec 30, 2010
Great value for money. It's not a posh hotel, but it is
clean, up-to-date and modern three story hotel. We
rented a one bedroom suite with a full kitchen and two
pullout couches. I think the sq ft was about 700. The
size of a one bedroom apartment.
Booking was easy, the staff on the telephone were very
professional and well trained, the foyer is clean and
welcoming, there is a gift store and a large area
devoted to information on Victoria. The elevators, if
not in use were on the main floor with the doors open
waiting for you.
We had dinner the first night, and it was pleasant and
affordable. The rest of our meals we prepared in our
suite with the exception of Dim Sum in China Town. We
were in the hub with a very short walk to the Harbour.
Less than a block away we found the horse drawn
carriages.
The hotel thought of every need well in advance. There
was two umbrellas in the closet, thank goodness we did
not need them, but we were worried we might. There was a
fan, a safe, housecoats and more I'm sure. The washroom
was fully supplied with lots of larger soaps and shampoo
etc. The kitchen was fully equipped though there were a
few items I wish I had, like an extra frying pan. I'm
sure the staff would have provided one if I had asked.
The halls were clean, the room was in excellent
condition and very clean. The ONLY complaint would be is
that the moment I was leaving I found a silverfish! Now
its not that uncommon in older buildings especially in
our damp environment and it was a small silverfish, they
are harmless, but just the thought is a bit gross. I told
the front desk and they said they would investigate
immediately. They took my comment seriously, and that is
what I appreciate and would influence my return despite
its discovery.
Oh I forgot to mention the pool, larger than average hot
tub, fitness room, I believe there were saunas, not
something I use...... there was a billiards room AND a
games room, with games, puzzles, tv, etc. Our room had
two TVs! |
