Fairmont Empress Hotel
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The grand lady of Victoria, the Fairmont Empress Hotel was built in over-the-top French chateau style by the Canadian Pacific Railway company, opening in 1908.
Victoria’s first hotel is still the grandest, and one of the most highly awarded hotels in the country. Over the last 100 years, all manner of famous people have stayed here, including Edward Prince of Wales, Queen Elizabeth and Shirley Temple.
Taking afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel is an experience not to be missed, complete with Edwardian style service, clotted cream, scones and pots of tea. Bookings are essential.
The style is more subcontinental colonial in the Bengal Lounge restaurant, where the menu features a curry buffet.Latest Reviews
Review by MICHELLE P, July 2012
Doing what: Victoria City Sightseeing Tour
Driver was informative and interesting to listen to. Loved his city and helped us see why.
Review by Bengie, May 2012
Doing what: Victoria City Sightseeing Tour
Same company that did the Buchart Gardens tour. They did an exceptional job.
Review by Ina P, October 2011
Doing what: Victoria City Sightseeing Tour
It was a wonderful experience for first time visitors of Victoria. We truly enjoyed our 90-minute tour of the BC capital because our driver guide was very knowledgeable and brought us to places we
wouldn't have gone on our own. Highly recommended!
Practical Info
The Fairmont Empress Hotel has a grandstand location on Government Street smack bang in the city center, with front-seat views of the inner harbor.
