Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
May 3, 2009
We were for adults and I booked this hotel through Expedia... we booked
a one bedroom suite and we got the 3rd night free. It was just superb,
the location was fabulous close to everything... hotel people just
great, fantastic service... fresh apple free everyday. The suite had a
Kitchenette and a closed bedroom and a hide away bed queen. In the room
we had a choice of a double bed or two single. courteous people and
friendly people at the hotel and desk. The room was very clean. Kitchen
was full equipped and had a drip coffee pot contrary as what some people
said and maybe the decor is not what is he most actual it was very nice
and clean. I give this hotel a 10 on 10... if you don't expect to live
in you apartment and go on visiting I say then you are on vacation. Plus
free wireless internet and free shuttle to the bus depot.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Mar 22, 2009
We've stayed at the Royal Scot hotel twice and have enjoyed it both
times. Our second trip was just as nice, but the room was smaller (still
a discounted rate). Considering the prices for the surrounding hotels
(sure, the Empress is cheaper than you'd think, but the parking,
additional fees, and *tiny* rooms make it not as good of a bargain),
this is a great deal. The staff were just as pleasant, and even gave us
some complimentary bottles of water as we left. We also appreciated the
little computer center where we could check in for our flight and print
boarding passes. We found it comfortable and met our needs both times,
but if you're looking for 4 stars and modern decor, this place is not
for you.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Mar 22, 2009
Out first visit was exceptional - we had a full kitchen in our suite,
and although the room is dated, the amenities, comfort, and friendliness
of the staff made us feel right at home. I agree that the hotel is dated
- but it had so many neat little surprises like their little gift shop
(that had groceries for our kitchen), the underground pool and games
area, and the kilted staff, that it felt comfortable and fun. We were
supposed to take a float plane onto Vancouver, but the morning of our
departure we were fogged in. We told the front desk about our situation,
and they held our luggage for us and even worked to get us a room for
that night (at the same discounted ferry package rate) if it turned out
we were stuck there. We ended up catching a late afternoon flight , but
they were so helpful that we knew we'd be back.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Feb 23, 2009
The location couldn't be better for those arriving via ferry - it's
about a 1-2 minute walk from the dock to the hotel. The street the hotel
is on is tree lined and peaceful, and there are some great dining
options nearby. It's an easy walk to the inner harbor - and although it
takes 5-10 minutes to walk to the downtown area, you have a safe,
beautiful walk along the harbor. The amenities and furniture are fine,
but very basic and the price tag is reasonable and may likely fit your
budget
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Jan 14, 2009
We stayed at the Royal Scot for 2 nights and were very impressed. We had
reserved a king bed room with a balcony, but found out that the room
reserved for us did not comply. The front desk gave us an option of
upgrading to a king bed suite with a balcony for the same price. The
suite was very impressive. We had a problem connecting to the high speed
(not wireless) internet so the Royal Scot cancelled the $9.95 per day
charge. We were surprised to learn that parking on site is $4 per day.
This suite hotel has no air conditioning. The pool and exercise room
were very nice. The hotel is a short walk from the inner harbour and all
the main downtown sites. We loved the waffle bathrobes but found that
they were a bit expensive to purchase in the gift shop. Overall, the
facilities were very nice and the price was reasonable for downtown
Victoria. We would definitely stay here again.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Jan 10, 2009
We found it relatively quick and easy to find the Royal Scot Suite
hotel, which is tucked a couple blocks from the harbor behind a few
larger hotels.
The hotel layout, decor, and room furnishings and amenities were fine...
nothing to write home about. About on par with some of the Best Westerns
(I've stayed in some great Best Westerns and some average ones; the
Royal Scot is more like the "average" ones)
We dropped off our bags (since we could not yet check in to the room)
and they were professional and accommodating with that process.
There was, however, a problem that was somewhat disappointing when we
returned later in the day to check in. We specifically requested a
non-smoking room, and when we arrived at the non-smoking room. They did
end up switching our room; the second room did not smell like smoke at
all.
So, in the end, I would recommend this hotel under one condition: there
are no other centrally-located hotels that fit your budget.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Dec 31, 2008
The main things that attracted us to this hotel were location and
reputation according to reviews. We read about the old fashioned style
decor and didn't think this would be much of an issue, believing this to
mean more homely than the sterile style of business hotels.
On entering the room we were very taken aback by the standard of decor.
It was not just dated but gave the impression of old and dusty even
though it was not obviously 'old' furniture. There's date meaning
something that would have been fashionable at some point in history. But
the decor in our room looks like it would never have been in fashion.
The Hotel obviously attempts to offer the conveniences of other North
American hotels but fails in our opinion.
The suite we booked was somewhat spacious if it wasn't for the slightly
wacky layout and ample amount of ancient furniture. We were expecting to
be pleasantly surprised, where in fact we were just 'surprised'.
Ambience was like we're in a movie set from a 50s film. I actually feel
the need to smoke a pipe and have my kids sitting at my feet while
playing with wooden toys while I gently pat their heads.
On the plus side, the hotel is in a pleasant area with many other hotels
and certainly feels more quiet than you'd expect for its location.
Clearly noises from the inner harbour can be heard but with no view of
the harbour, guests are unlikely to suffer some of the negatives of
having an active floatplane airport very nearby.
Our overall experience at the Royal Scot was like we'd checked into
residential accommodation , not a quite expensive hotel in a bustling
city in the West. Location is good but if the style of the hotel is a
big part of the experience, as it is for us, it could be a show stopper
and we believe you can do better elsewhere.
Review of the Royal Scot Suite Hotel Victoria
Nov 24, 2008
There isn't much to add . This is a great property in a great location.
It easily fulfilled our expectations and we will be returning. Good
value for the price paid. What more could one want?
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