Name: Prior Castle Inn
Address: 620 Saint Charles Street, V8S 3N7 Victoria, Canada, 620 Saint Charles Street, Vancouver Island, V8S 3N7, Canada
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £156 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.2

Prior Castle Inn

620 Saint Charles Street, V8S 3N7 Victoria, Canada – Excellent location - show map

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Experience the grandeur of Edwardian-era Victoria at Prior Castle Inn, located just 500 metres from the historic Craigdarroch Castle. Our charming bed and breakfast offers a unique and luxurious experience with individually decorated rooms featuring thoughtful touches such as a cozy fireplace and stunning garden views. Guests can enjoy modern amenities such as a flat-screen SmartTV and cable channels, as well as free WiFi throughout the property. Select units offer kitchen or kitchenette facilities for added convenience. In the morning, guests can indulge in a delicious homemade breakfast served in the elegant Victorian dining room or on the picturesque garden patio. Our property is conveniently located near Victoria Harbour ferry terminal and Waterfront Tours, while Butchart Gardens are just a 30-minute drive away. Craigdarroch Castle and the Governor’s Mansion and Gardens are also part of the neighbourhood. We invite you to experience the magic of Prior Castle Inn and make your stay in Victoria unforgettable.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type

Number of guests

Westminster Chamber

Bedroom 1:

1 double bed

Bedroom 2:

1 extra-large double bed

Aberdeen Chamber

1 large double bed

Fonthill Chamber

1 extra-large double bed

Cardiff Chamber

1 extra-large double bed

and

1 sofa bed

Belfast Chamber

Bedroom 1:

1 large double bed

Bedroom 2:

1 extra-large double bed

Nottingham Chamber

1 extra-large double bed

Mentmore Chamber

1 extra-large double bed

and

1 sofa bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.7

Facilities

9.3

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.4

Value for money

9.0

Location

9.2

Free WiFi

8.7

High score for Victoria

See what guests loved the most:

Megan
Canada
“Generous sized room Comfortable bed/pillows Very quiet Low traffic area with groceries/shopping down the road Hearty and delicious breakfast Welcoming and friendly staff Hot and cold drinks available in common area”
Linda
Canada
“The breakfast was delicious - lots of options - and beautifully laid out.”
Dana
Canada
“Everything! The location is quiet, yet minutes from downtown (driving) and minutes from spectacular beach walks. Our room was huge, comfortable and beautiful and the bathroom was perfect. Heated tile floors in the bathroom were lovely and a big...”
Antony
Canada
“The breakfast was excellent and the inn was very quiet.”
Matt
Australia
“Quaint B&B. Located in a beautiful area around some historic homes.”
Bjorn
Aruba
“Really nice athmosphere and Linda is a really friendly and welcomming hostess. Free thee/hot chocolate and wearthers original candies in the lobby is a great extra thouch. Very spacious room and bathroom. There is a microwave, fridge,...”
Elaine
Canada
“The property is a beautiful historic mansion right around the corner from the lovely Government House (definitely go for a walk around the grounds). Our room, the Fonthill Chamber, was large and comfortable. King-size bed, huge bathtub and...”
Fiona
Costa Rica
“Breakfast was delicious and there was a big selection of food. The hotel was out in a very quiet residential area with beautiful historic homes.”
Peter
United Kingdom
“Good location convenient for city but also in own lovely neighbourhood. Bags of character and charm and beautiful garden to relax in.”
Hilary
United Kingdom
“A beautiful older property with bags of character. Great view from our room and a very comfortable bed. It’s well situated in a quiet location in Victoria but within an easy drive of downtown.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Prior Castle Inn

Company review score: 9.7Based on 507 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Property information

Notable architectural features are the extensive use of granite rock and stone terrace balustrades, large carved projecting exterior brackets, lavish use of quarter sawn white oak in the entrance halls and dining room, old growth oak and fur flooring throughout. The estate grounds have extensive English Style gardens exhibiting beautiful perennial borders.

Neighbourhood information

Centrally located in Victoria and set in a beautiful and spacious garden, this unique Governor’s Manor House is a heritage, boutique-style inn and the perfect accommodation for those wishing to visit Victoria and Vancouver Island. From the Prior House doorstep you will find historic tours, castles, nature trails and gardens of renown.

Languages spoken

English,Chinese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Prior Castle Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

House rules

Prior Castle Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Prior Castle Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Prior Castle Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

The prices at Prior Castle Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Check-in at Prior Castle Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
Prior Castle Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Games room
Guests staying at Prior Castle Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet
Room options at Prior Castle Inn include:
- Suite
- Double
- Family
Prior Castle Inn is 1.4 miles from the centre of Victoria. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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