We really enjoyed our stay at the James Bay Hotel. We loved the eclectic character of the hotel and the neighbourhood, it had a unique, comfortable feel that was much more interesting than a typical chain hotel. The location was excellent, with everything very walkable, including the harbour and so many great areas to explore around Victoria.
The staff were friendly, welcoming and genuinely helpful whenever we needed anything. We also appreciated how quiet it became at night. There was some activity from the pub downstairs, but once things settled down around midnight, the hotel was nice and quiet and we had no trouble sleeping.
Overall, the James Bay Hotel was a great choice for our Victoria stay. If you appreciate character, a great location and a more relaxed, local feel, we would definitely recommend it.