James Bay
Victoria





Popular places to visit

Victoria Harbour
Old meets new as historic architecture, traditional fishing boats and contemporary performers crowd together at one of Victoria’s liveliest spots.

Royal BC Museum
Learn about the region’s human and natural history, visit some of the oldest buildings in the province and see a special collection of totem poles.

Victoria Fisherman's Wharf
Come to this working harbor to see its colorful floating houses, go on a kayaking trip or a wildlife-spotting cruise and enjoy a meal of fresh seafood on the docks.

British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.

Fisherman's Wharf Park
Take a walk around the delightful gardens of this charming park and then explore a vibrant waterfront area of colorful houseboats, cafés and restaurants.

Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
After visiting Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
James Bay Hotel Deals

Hotel Grand Pacific
Very comfortable, clean.
Reviewed on 2025/11/17

Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
Was pleasantly surprised at how convenient the location was to everything we wanted to see. Room was large, well maintained. Only negative was had to pay for parking in their lot. Was not aware of this until we checked in.
Reviewed on 2025/11/19

The Oswego Hotel
We always enjoy staying at the Oswego with a mini home away from home. Great location in walking distance to restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 2025/11/19

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Comfortable Stay in a Convenient Location We found the hotel to be quite comfortable. The rooms were spacious and the beds were nice and cozy, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring. The location is very convenient—within walking distance of downtown, the marina, and several local attractions—yet ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/17

Embassy Inn
The room was clean, staff was great. The meat , bacon wasn't very good. All other breakfast items were very good. Heating was good. They had some construction going on but they had our room far from it so that was good.
Reviewed on 2025/11/20

Inn at Laurel Point
Big smiles all around, so warm & inviting. Impeccable detail to cleanliness. Felt like walking through a museum gallery :)
Reviewed on 2025/11/21
Other neighborhoods around James Bay

Inner Harbour
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

Songhees
Though Songhees might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bastion Square and Chinatown.

Downtown Victoria
Downtown Victoria boasts a lively atmosphere with movie theatres, stage theatres, hotels, and various dining options. Explore tourist attractions like Bastion Square, Centennial Square, and the historic Chinatown.

Victoria West
Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

North Park
While visiting North Park, you might make a stop by sights like Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre and Royal Athletic Park.

Fairfield
Residential community featuring low-rise apartments and single-family homes, Fairfield boasts ocean waters perfect for wind surfing and para-sailing. Enjoy scenic views at Clover Point, and explore Cook Street Village's cafés, boutiques, and grocery stores.
