31 March 2012
This is a condo property that offers rentals through an on site hotel operation.
It was originally built right at the edge of the water in the 1980's which means
HUGE units. Calling it a hotel is really a misnomer. Its very well appointed
having been refurbished for the 'hotel' operation a few years ago. We have
stayed in 3 different apartments, a one bedroom suite with about 800 square
feet, a two bedroom suite about 1100 square feet and a 6th floor deluxe 2
bedroom of about 2000 square feet. Situated right on the waterfront all units
have great views but the last one has wrap around 310 degrees of the most
spectacular views of the beautiful harbor. Watching ships and giant ferries sail
in and out and sea planes coming and going is better than TV. A nice restaurant
on site provides free continental breakfast. The fully equipped kitchens have
all the pans and dishes to cook for 6. Free parking and a friendly helpful staff
make this a world class property. You can pay similar prices elsewhere and get a
room or for just a little more a full size condo here.
Guest Reviews of the Victoria Regent Hotel
29 March 2012
My wife and I took two grandkids (girls 10 and 12) to Victoria for one night,
two days. I made reservations through here. The location was perfect -
everyplace we wanted to visit (except Butchart Gardens) was within a very walk
able distance of this hotel. Our unit had a full kitchen, living room (with
hide-a-way bed) and bedroom - the layout was perfect for us. A restaurant across
the street (I think called the Sauce) provides "room service" and their dinner
was excellent. There was no charge for parking in the hotel parking garage. The
"continental breakfast" is the nicest ones we've ever experienced with very
energetic and welcoming servers. "I'd stay again".
Guest Reviews of the Victoria Regent Hotel
23 March 2012
This property was a bit of a let down. I usually use the Coast in Victoria,
which is currently closed for major renovations and on a government budget, I
realize I won't get the prime room, so this isn't about the lack of a view in
cheap room. indeed the room had a view to the water, it's just that the giant TV
and furniture blocked the window, making it hard to see the view. OK, it was
January, and it was mostly dark, but still what an odd arrangement, and
unfortunate for a hotel with such a prime location on the waterfront, downtown.
The hotel has a bit of tired ambiance. The main entry and lobby seems a bit dim,
and past it's prime, when you arrive at night. The appointments seem to have at
least a couple of decades on them.
Access to the parking requires use of an intercom to contact the clerk, who
opens the gate remotely, allowing you to drive in. The light levels in the
parkade are low with bare concrete everywhere. Modern and updated parking
facilities have painted white walls for more light. The fact that a construction
project appeared to be ongoing near to where I parked and the Security gate on
the waterfront side was open combined with a lack of light, didn't provide the
optimal feeling of security.
There is an excellent television with high def channels in the room. Service at
the desk was fine, and a comfortable bed was the best feature. Everything
considered you can get a more up to date hotel for the same price.
Guest Reviews of the Victoria Regent Hotel
20 February 2012
This was our second visit to the Regent, the room was not a room per se, but
rather a well appointed two bedroom condominium directly on the Victoria Harbour
waterfront. We loved watching the float planes and ferries. The room was very
comfortable and spacious and you are walking distance from the major sights and
shopping. We all wish we could have stayed longer. |
