Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Apr 27, 2009
The Haterleigh Heritage Inn is a lovely B&B in a quiet street but close
- walking distance - to the center of Victoria and all it's touristic
attractions.
The room was spacious, the bathroom fantastic and the beds very
comfortable.
But the breakfast was superb!! What a pity we did not have time to stay
longer than one night! Thank you very much, Paul and Elizabeth!
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Mar 1, 2009
We stayed at the Haterleigh in Mid Feb 2009 and had the best experience!
From the great location (minutes from the city center), to the luxurious
accommodations, everything was perfect. Paul and Elizabeth are
outstanding hosts, and gave us the best advice about things to see and
do, and where to eat. Having said that, we did not need lunch after
Elizabeth's amazing breakfasts, not your everyday fare here!
It was also nice to enjoy chatting with the other guests during the
afternoon hospitality hour.
We will return!
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Feb 9, 2009
I Cant say enough good things about this B&B. From the moment we arrived
we were made to feel welcome and at home. Wonderful decor through out
the house. Breakfast was also an experience. Paul, the owner will take
great delight in concocting any
breakfast wish you have.. All was first rate.. We would with a doubt
reccomend the Haterleigh to anybody who has great taste and likes to
feel welcome and at home in their surroundings. Thanks to Paul and
Elizabeth (the owners, cleaners and cook) our stay was just great
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Nov 30, 2008
We stayed for several days in the Kingston suite. I didn't pick this
place, our companion couple did, and it isn't exactly to my taste (a
little stuffy looking even on the website and expensive).
The suite itself was great, but had one gaping flaw -- no doors or real
barrier between the two bedrooms. In fact the way the furniture with
mirrors are arranged leaves no way of dressing discretely in one
bedroom. It was a little too close for comfort for us.
Breakfast was delicious every day and the hosts were fine, though I
never really felt welcome there. They have a lot of rules and on
occasion I was chastised like a child. In addition there was an odd
feeling of being 'sold' on Paul's pet recommendations. He mentioned
several of these (whale watching package, certain bus tour, and one
specific expensive restaurant) repeatedly to us and the other people
while we were there. I guess I would have expected other recommendations
as well in a city with this much to offer, especially when no one seemed
interested in what he was pushing.
The location is wonderfully convenient to the main sights of Victoria.
The house itself is beautiful. The beds were comfortable. But ultimately
we felt unwelcome by the lack of warmth in the hosting overall and for
the price I'd probably just stay somewhere else next time.
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Oct 26, 2008
Beautiful and super-clean home. Not a warm and friendly place at all.
Lots of rules about no shoes, specific times you are allowed in the
common areas of the home, etc. Breakfast was good but not overabundant.
Missing the "extras" such as no complimentary water or soda. It was
available, but for an extra charge on an "honour" jar with a reminder
not to "cheat" and take it without paying. Not that we drink soda, but
found that to be offensive. At $300 per night, seriously doubt that the
clientele would try to rip off a $2 drink. Also, wonderful soap was in
the room the first night but not replenished for the second night and
that felt rather cheap. Not a horrible experience, but no warm and fuzzy
and would definitely seek other accommodations in this beautiful town on
a future visit.
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Oct 21, 2008
We made our vacation this year a trip to Canada and decided to focus our
stays in B&B's so as to get a better feel for the areas that we visited.
However, our experience here was very unexpectedly unpleasant.
First--when we called while en route to confirm our stay, we found that
we weren't expected until a day later. Luckily, we were able to get into
a room as needed.
Second--our next unpleasant contact came when we actually checked in.
Our "host" greeted us with a list of "Don't do ..." rules. We felt more
like we were being scolded than being greeted.
Third--we did receive a reasonable recommendation for a place to go for
dinner. The clinker here was that in our room was a prominently
displayed plaque asking for a tip!!!!! Tips come in response to service,
not in response to expectation! Our accommodations were about average,
and the breakfast the next morning served family style -- about to be
expected.
Our "host" made a remark at breakfast in the morning about how long he
had been in the business and how he was thinking of retiring. I highly
recommend that he does so. Then, he no longer tarnishes the image that
B&B's offer hospitable accommodations so might be preferable to motels,
etc.
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Sep 23, 2008
This was our third stay at the Haterleigh in the last 10 years. Paul is
an amazing host, fantastic chef with original British wit and the wisdom
of an entrenched community expert. Even if you're only passing through
Victoria, your stay as his B&B will be a highlight of your journey and a
reason to return.
We have moved our vacations to Victoria around the calendar in order to
ensure we can stay at the Haterleigh. We've stayed in three different
rooms and cannot decide which one is better than the others. Quiet, yet
close enough to walk everywhere, this B&B cannot be situated any better
to public trans, ferries, and all that the city has to offer.
One of the greatest features is the group breakfast wherein you will
meet your fellow guests. It's difficult to spend less than an hour over
coffee and conversation long after you've finished a gourmet breakfast.
If there was such a thing as a sixth star, the Haterleigh would easily
qualify.
Review of the Haterleigh Heritage Inn Victoria
Sept 18, 2008
Paul and Elizabeth are wonderful hosts. We spent several glorious days
at the Haterleigh Heritage Inn in Victoria B.C. This B&B is immaculately
kept and beautifully appointed. I loved the stained glass windows and
beautiful moulding. In addition the Jacuzzi tub in our room kept us in
relax mode for the entire visit!!! Paul and Elizabeth gave extraordinary
attention to the breakfasts we enjoyed each morning. My husband has
dietary concerns which were looked after with the utmost of care.
Thank you again Paul and Elizabeth for a wonderful stay.
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