
Found on the southern corner of Vancouver Island, the Victoria’s streets are lined with beautiful 19th-century architecture and lush gardens. When summer comes, travelers descend at Inner Harbour for sightseeing, whale watching, and general revelry with street performers and charming cafés everywhere. While the best time to visit Victoria is from April to October when it’s extra warm and dry, its location in the most mild-weathered region of Canada makes it a pleasant destination all year round with so many fun things to do in Victoria all year round. If you’re looking to dine out, there are great options across the city including Asian restaurants and seafood restaurants.
If your idea of the perfect accommodation includes a great swimming pool, several hotels in the city could be your ideal hideaway. Read on for our picks of the top hotels with pool in Victoria, Canada, for your next vacation.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to pool. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 01, 2025.
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1. Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour (from USD 178)
Delicious room service, good breakfast, excellent restaurant with heated patio.
Reasonable rates, additional costs for parking and high-speed wifi.
Centrally located, walking distance to restaurants and attractions, convenient for exploring downtown Victoria.
Indoor pool, hot tub, clean and comfortable rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Located in the heart of the city, this amazing Victoria hotel with a pool gives you easy access to pretty much everything this beautiful city has to offer. Some of the interesting places to visit nearby include Miniature World, Royal BC Museum, Victoria Bug Zoo, and Thunderbird Park among many others. The Inner Harbour’s whale watching tour launch-off is also just a short walk away.
All the rooms at the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour are impeccably designed and feature nice amenities such as tea and coffee making facilities, cable TVs, and ensuite baths. Some rooms also feature harbor and mountain views. There’s an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The bar and the swimming pool area are the best spots to unwind.
Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
253 meters (0.2 ft) from Royal BC Museum
2. Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA (from USD 181)
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA is a nice oceanfront hotel that offers a comfortable place to stay for Victoria visitors. Aside from the beautifully designed rooms with great amenities, the hotel features top-notch facilities including a heated swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, and a fitness facility. The on-site bar and seafood restaurant makes for the perfect spot to chill after exploring Victoria.
Speaking of exploring, you can easily do so from the hotel as it’s conveniently located where you can easily get to most of the city’s top tourist spots. The Royal BC Museum, for instance, is just a few minutes away by car and Beacon Hill Park is within walking distance from the hotel.
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA
929 meters (0.6 ft) from Royal BC Museum
3. Fairmont Empress Hotel (from USD 198)
The grand Fairmont Empress Hotel is an ideal resort for travelers eager to treat themselves to an experience fit for nobility. An iconic chateau-style building dating back to 1908, the four-star hotel in Victoria, BC, with an indoor swimming pool is an upscale option in a convenient location near Royal BC Museum.
It has an indoor swimming pool for guests, as well as a chic cocktail lounge. Elegant design touches such as the stained-glass ceiling at the lobby and golden accents in the suites add to the sophisticated air of Fairmont Empress Hotel. Many of the rooms in the hotel enjoy the sweeping city and harbor views.
Fairmont Empress Hotel This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
214 meters (0.2 ft) from Royal BC Museum
4. Hotel Grand Pacific (from USD 163)
Boasting a stunning 25-meter (82-feet) indoor pool, Hotel Grand Pacific is a world-class destination in Victoria, Canada. Beyond the pool, wellness enthusiasts will find many more to love in this classic four-star hotel that has a sauna, steam room, fitness center, and even a yoga room. Additionally, Hotel Grand Pacific’s accessible location on the gorgeous Inner Harbour makes it easy for travelers to enjoy everything Victoria has to offer. To make the most of the gorgeous scenery, each room is fitted with a private balcony.
Hotel Grand Pacific
382 meters (0.3 ft) from Royal BC Museum
5. Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour (from USD 94)
Just steps away from the famous Inner Harbour, you’ll find Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour Victoria. The charming three-star hotel offers modern rooms at a good value with elegant furnishings and complete amenities such as Wi-Fi and a microwave, among others. An indoor heated pool is open year-round for pleasant swims at any time of the day. Travelers who want to stay in shape during their vacation can also enjoy the use of the exercise room and steam room on the premises. Plus, fantastic food and drinks are available at Smith’s Pub and Argyle Attic.
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
427 meters (0.3 ft) from Royal BC Museum
6. Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown (from USD 88)
A cozy hotel experience is waiting for you at Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown. With stunning views of Upper Harbour, the three-star hotel offers a memorable backdrop to any Victoria vacation. Each room is well-appointed with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen televisions, while the larger suites and studios offer more space for a living room, dining area, and kitchen. Travelers who appreciate a relaxing swim will spend a lot of time at the indoor heated pool, found in a pleasant space with blue walls and plenty of light. There is also a fitness center and sauna.
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
2.77 km (1.8 mi) from Royal BC Museum
7. Best Western Plus Inner Harbor (from USD 128)
Found in an ideal location downtown, Best Western Plus Inner Harbor is a three-star hotel that offers an abundance of comfort and convenience. Each room features warm, classic décor and modern amenities, as well as views of the Victoria residential area, parks, or even the Victoria Harbour. Every May to September, guests can splash around in the outdoor swimming pool in the gardens. When it’s closed, the elegant hot tub area is a wonderful alternative for a relaxing soak. A steam room and 24-hour gym are also available on the premises.
Best Western PLUS Inner Harbour Hotel
506 meters (0.4 ft) from Royal BC Museum
8. Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites (from USD 157)
In-house restaurant offers delicious meals and excellent service. However, some guests found the prices to be high for the value.
Pricey with unexpected additional charges for amenities and parking.
Perfect central location, walkable to attractions, shops, and restaurants. Convenient for sightseeing and accessing transportation.
Great pool, gym, and rooftop restaurant with stunning views. Spacious rooms with kitchenettes and comfortable beds.
Whether you’re staying in the regular rooms or swanky penthouse suites, you’re sure to find a memorable getaway here in Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites. Among its many amenities is the indoor heated swimming pool that’s open all year round. A six-person hot tub is also available on the same floor. After a full day of sightseeing or working, treat yourself to fantastic meals at Vista 18 Restaurant + Lounge, known as the only rooftop restaurant in the city. For cocktails and craft mixology, Clive’s Classic Lounge is among the best in Victoria.
Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites
339 meters (0.3 ft) from Royal BC Museum
9. Royal Scot Hotel & Suites (from USD 136)
Head to the Royal Scot Hotel & Suites, found in the heart of the city, just minutes away from top attractions in Victoria including Inner Harbour and Royal BC Museum. Each room is a cozy retreat with ultra-comfy beds and full amenities. Plus, the charming hotel offers a wide array of recreational opportunities, including a stunning indoor swimming pool and a whirlpool. Other notable areas are a sauna, exercise room, billiards and shuffleboard room, and games room with board games, puzzles, books, and even a television.
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
441 meters (0.3 ft) from Royal BC Museum
10. Sandman Hotel Victoria (from USD 136)
Fall in love with the island at Sandman Hotel Victoria, a comfortable place to stay in the city whether you’re here for business or leisure. One of the highlights of the hotel is the indoor swimming pool. Guests also enjoy the whirlpool and spacious fitness center. Fun dining options are available on-site, whether you prefer hanging out at the café or the sports bar Shark Club Bar and Grill. Sandman Hotel Victoria is in a convenient location just 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from the famous Inner Harbour.
Sandman Hotel Victoria
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Royal BC Museum
11. The Embassy Inn (from USD 126)
Found in an enviable location in Inner Harbour, The Embassy Inn is near many of the area’s top attractions including the British Columbia Parliament Buildings. The cozy three-star hotel provides guests with modern rooms, all appointed with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony for fresh air and great views. While the ocean may be too cool in Victoria for a swim, the seasonal outdoor swimming pool at The Embassy Inn is an exceptional alternative for travelers who want to take a dip. There is also a sauna available on-site.
The Embassy Inn
342 meters (0.3 ft) from Royal BC Museum
12. Oak Bay Beach Hotel (from USD 159)
Facing the vast Pacific Ocean with the snow-tipped Mount Baker looming in the distance, it’s hard to imagine a more picture-perfect hotel location in Victoria than Oak Bay Beach Hotel. Plus, the four-star boutique hotel comes with every luxury and amenity one can imagine, including the only oceanfront spa in Victoria known as Boathouse Spa. Three heated outdoor mineral pools sit overlooking the Salish Sea, offering guests a scenic setting for relaxation and rejuvenation. Overnight guests of the hotel enjoy unlimited access to the mineral pools.
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Address: 1175 Beach Drive
5.01 km (3.2 mi) from Royal BC Museum
An unforgettable vacation in a fun and beautiful city
Truly, the city of Victoria is a stunner, and definitely worthy of your next vacation! Set up base in these top hotels with pool in Victoria, Canada, and let yourself fall in love with this dreamy city by the sea.
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