Hotel Rialto

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BC, V8W 1N8
  • Place, Lower Johnson Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Government Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪7 min walk‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(96 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Rialto

A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, a business center, and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Rialto offers 56 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Hotel Rialto's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Government Street. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and bike rentals
  • Guests have really good things to say about the accommodations, from the overall comfort and comfy beds to the cleanliness and spaciousness
  • Just a 2-minute walk from Government Street and 14 minutes by foot from Royal BC Museum
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 850 square feet (79 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Rialto. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Victoria hotel is smoke free.

The Palms - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (CAD 25 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Palms

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 16 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 1.16 percent destination fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 25 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child 16 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rialto
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Rialto Hotel
Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel
Hotel Rialto Victoria
Hotel Rialto Hotel Victoria

Hotel Rialto Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1832 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 552 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 2626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2626 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Domenic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautifully situated and the rooms are spacious Staff was very thoughtful at check in and great restaurant attached to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Oluwasina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great access to various activities downtown and Victoria Harbour.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient , clean renovated rooms in old heritage building , great staff , great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy hsiu mei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is nice Hotel clean and warm stuff was very friendly , we are very enjoy this Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Poonam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and great location! Room and bathroom were clean and staff were incredibly kind and helpful. 100% will be return to this hotel when we come to visit
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central location to downtown sites
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Debra

The hotel is in a convenient location. We found the food to be delicious and reasonably priced at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel, staff is excellent. The Palms restaurant and lounge is amazing. Fantastic location downtown, so close to everything. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

C. Lesley

The Hotel Rialto is a lovely boutique hotel with a great restaurant and bar attached. Centrally located, the Hotel Rialto is close to the downtown attractions and great restaurants. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy staying here, great rooms, great location, and the restaurant is fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely well appointed rooms with very comfortable beds Small but charming lounge on the main floor with great cocktails and street level people watching
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ninoska coromoto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, rooms very clean! We stayed for a local concert and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional and truly cared about our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lovely room, quiet, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Great location and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice place to stay. Would recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as always at the Rialto!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and close to downtown location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Editha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
if you wanna stay in downtown Victoria, it would be the best place ever. It is safe and accessible to everything, tourist spot, food, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, boutique feel, bed comfort, price point, and the delicious welcome cookies and drinks:) Will return again and again...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026