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Holiday Inn Victoria - Elk Lake by IHG

4670 Elk Lake Drive, Victoria, British Columbia, V8Z 5M2

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Convenient Location

    Situated just off Highway 17 and a short distance from Victoria city center, Elk Lake Hotel & Suites offers easy access to both urban attractions and natural beauty.

  • Modern Amenities

    Each room is equipped with a 42" flat-screen TV, free high-speed WiFi, a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and work desk, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

  • Dining and Leisure

    Guests can enjoy a variety of meals at The Lakes Restaurant and Bar, relax in the lounge area, or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor heated pool.

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HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean and spacious rooms

  • Good location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Restaurant
  • Vending machine - snacks

Fitness & outdoors

  • Cycling
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course
  • Hiking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pets allowed

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

496 reviews
10/ 10
Good place to stay in Victoria
zoranivkov · solo traveller · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

8.2out of 10
496 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Friendly staff
  • Clean and spacious rooms
  • Good location

Worth knowing — Traffic noise · Room servicing issues · Inconsistent cleanliness

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.0

    Staff received positive mentions, highlighting friendliness and helpfulness.

  • Location8.6

    Conveniently located near attractions and amenities.

  • Food and Beverage8.6

    Positive feedback on the restaurant and breakfast offerings.

  • Overall Experience8.5

    General satisfaction with a few notable issues affecting the overall stay.

  • Amenities8.1

    Pool and parking available; some amenities were below expectations.

  • Room Quality7.8

    Generally comfortable but some reports of wear and noise issues.

  • Cleanliness7.6

    Some complaints about unclean bathrooms and inconsistent room servicing.

  • Value for Money7.5

    Value questioned due to service policy and some reported discomfort.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

50% of 14 recent stays rated 8+

8.2496 reviews
  • Good place to stay in Victoria

    10/10

    zoranivkov · solo traveller · 2026-10-23

  • Not sure what I expected but this wasn't it.

    5/10

    skyvilla1 · couple · 2026-10-19

    “The room was comfortable, the breakfast was great. Good choice. We were there for 2 nights and paid over £400. Food in the evening was good in the pub type restaurant.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Donald · couple · 2026-10-17

    “Food in restaurant was good”

  • I overpaid for a terrible experience.

    1/10

    Robert · couple · 2026-10-09

    “They have a restaurant”

  • Thank you gor letting us stay-Moochi(dog)

    9/10

    Ysha · couple · 2026-10-09

    “Pet friendly”

  • Quick overnight stay and had what was needed

    8/10

    Jasen · solo traveller · 2026-09-07

    “It was a pleasant experience for the one night we needed accommodation”

  • Great Pool, but Disappointing Room and Breakfast

    5/10

    Hannah(MJ) · family with children · 2026-09-06

    “The hotel had a surprisingly large pool, and the water temperature was comfortable—not too cold—so we were able to enjoy it even on days when the weather wasn’t very hot. It was also very convenient that the pool was directly connected to the hotel, making it easy to go back and forth.”

  • Mid experience

    5/10

    brita · solo traveller · 2026-09-05

    “Location was good for where we had to be”

  • Gutes Hotel für kürzeren Aufenthalt

    7/10

    Ulla · solo traveller · 2026-09-04

    “Für meinen Aufenthalt ideal gelegen.”

  • Not good with all the payment confusion.

    6/10

    Bruce · couple · 2026-08-26

    “The place was clean.”

  • Excellent staff and location was great for my needs

    9/10

    Robert · family with children · 2026-08-26

    “I did not use he breakfast the location was excellent for my needs. There a large mall with in wall g distance”

  • The best heated pool!

    10/10

    Brookelyn · family with children · 2026-08-26

    “Staff was extremely helpful. Pool was heated and so nice for kids”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Syed · family with children · 2026-08-18

    “Nice swimming pool Good staff”

  • Very bad.

    2/10

    Nilesh · extended group · 2026-08-06

    “No breakfast was available and no transport was available from airport to hotel and back.”

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