Only one place can bring you right into the heart of Victoria, British Columbia with a convenient and central location that makes staying overnight and getting around affordable. It is our pleasure to welcome you to Victoria`s Upper Harbour District, the most central and affordable neighbourhood to experience all that beautiful Victoria, BC has to offer! With a highly accessible location, value based family friendly accommodation, coupled with dining, shopping, neighbourhood activities and convenient transportation, we have just the right recipe to make your stay in Victoria a pleasant one.
Hotels
Only in Victoria`s Upper Harbour district will you find a wide selection of affordable family friendly accommodation from hotels to motels. Our hotels boast unbeatable value with numerous amenities like swimming pools, free internet, and free parking. Our location is the perfect base for families, groups and sports teams. Enjoy access to downtown Victoria without paying downtown prices!
Restaurants
Don`t worry about long line ups or congested downtown restaurants. We have great neighbourhood restaurants to suit any taste. From casual waterfront dining to hearty breakfasts or international selections like delicious Chinese or traditional Italian pizza, the Upper Harbour has an option for you. The neighbourhood is also home to Victoria`s Best Cheesecake and the beloved Canadian fast food icon, Tim Horton`s.
Activities
Ever wondered what locals do in Victoria? Just take a trip to the Upper Harbour where you will not only meet locals, but discover an entire recreation hub complete with a number of year-round recreation land and water based activities. The Upper Harbour is home to Victoria`s famous Galloping Goose trail which provides a scenic path for walking, running, and cycling. Add on canoeing and kayaking in the Upper Harbour and your day will be set!
Transportation
Victoria`s Upper Harbour keeps you connected to all of the great areas of Victoria even if you don`t have a car. Select from a variety of transportation options from inexpensive taxi rides to downtown, frequent direct public bus service or even a harbour ferry ride. You can even use the Galloping Goose and enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride to get yourself around. Victoria`s Upper Harbour district also offers the only seasonal free shuttle to downtown operated by Big Bus Victoria.
Location
Located just 2.5 kilometres to downtown, the Upper Harbour brings you within less than a 10 minute drive of downtown with even more convenient access to other parts of Greater Victoria. The Upper Harbour is the most central location for exploring downtown, the West Shore, and the Peninsula. The Upper Harbour strip always is within a 2 minute drive of both major highways providing seamless access to the Butchart Gardens, BC Ferries, and northern Vancouver Island.