Located in Downtown Victoria, this condo is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Victoria Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Government Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Royal BC Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Victoria Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Getting around
Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min walk
Noodlebox - 3 min walk
Big Bad Johns - 4 min walk
Tre Fantastico - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Empress Shores - your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria by Victoria Prime!
Welcome to Empress Shores, your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria!
Nestled in the sought-after Falls Building, this well-designed and well-appointed 9th-floor apartment seamlessly blends luxury hotel amenities with the comforts of home. Enjoy a gas fireplace, floor-to-ceiling views, and access to a communal pool and hot tub with a picturesque view of the Empress.
Unwind in the inviting living area, complete with a large flat-screen smart TV and stylish furnishings that create a warm, elegant atmosphere: comfortable but uncluttered, clean and bright but still cozy.
The fully equipped kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and a variety of essentials, making it easy for you to whip up culinary delights!
The bedroom is furnished with a comfortable King-sized bed. The ensuite bathroom features a deep soaker tub and a rainfall shower. Plus, the suite offers in-suite washer and dryer. In addition, the unit maintains a pleasant temperature year-round, equipped with A/C for summer and heating for winter.
Empress Shores is centrally located to all that Victoria has to offer, with award-winning restaurants, shops and the Inner Harbour, right at your doorstep!
Approximately 675 Sq. ft.
Important Notes:
MINIMUM STAY: This unit requires a minimum stay of 90 days.
CHECK-IN: You will receive the important check-in information email and text message with the check-in instructions 7 days before arrival. Check-in is as from 4pm P.S.T. Occasionally we may be able to accommodate an early check-in request but this is not guaranteed.
CHECK-OUT: Check-out is no later than 11am P.S.T. Upon check-out and to assist our cleaners, guests are kindly asked if they would put the towels in the washer and turn on, to put the dishes in the dishwasher and turn on, to remove all purchased food items from the refrigerator and to dispose of the garbage and recycling from the unit.
GUEST ACCESS: You will have the entire apartment to yourself throughout your stay. You are provided with two keysets including fobs for access to the suite and parking garage.
GARAGE HEIGHT: 6'8" (2.03 m) - If you have a large vehicle, please ensure that your vehicle will fit the garage height restriction.
BICYCLE STORAGE: Unfortunately, this building has no availability in the bike room. We recommend renting bikes while you are here, many of the bike rental companies will allow them to be stored there at the end of the day even if you rent them for a week.
NON-SMOKING: All our properties are NON-SMOKING. City and Strata bylaws dictate that there is no smoking of any kind inside, outside, on balconies or even within 7 metres (23 feet) of all buildings. Fines are enforced and will be $250 for each instance.
QUIET HOURS: From 10pm to 8am. Please respect our neighbours.
MINIMUM AGE to rent is 25.
ADDITIONALLY, please take note of the following: • Pets are not permitted. • Victoria Prime cannot guarantee the functionality of building amenities during your stay, as this is beyond our control. • Wi-Fi may be unavailable in the common areas of the building. • No furniture is ever to be added or removed without written approval and assistance by Victoria Prime.
BUILDING AMENITIES: Building amenities as advertised may not be open due to operational constraints. If the advertised amenities are important to you, please inquire about their availability before making the reservation.
Building amenities include a fitness gym and hot tub (open year-round) and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and poolside lounge (with change room/shower) and outdoor fire pit. (The pool and hot tub have a water filter system which is tested daily and conforms with the Public Health Act.)
YOUR LOCATION: The Falls Building is in a prime location, just a 5-minute walk from the city's highlights!
Enjoy a stroll to Victoria's Inner Harbour, where you can enjoy street entertainment, take ferries, or join whale watching and sailing tours. Water activities include kayaking and paddle boarding, and you can explore the beautifully lit BC Legislature buildings and Fairmont Empress hotel at night. Fisherman's Wharf offers unique shops, food vendors, and fresh seafood among houseboats.
Nearby, the Royal British Columbia Museum and IMAX Theatre await, along with carriage rides and scenic tours to Butchart Gardens. Beacon Hill Park, known for its gardens and peacocks, offers ocean views and running trails. The Galloping Goose Trail runs to Sidney, perfect for active visitors. Plus, Victoria boasts a diverse food scene with plenty of restaurants and cafes to explore.
TRANSPORTATION: Victoria has excellent public transportation. For longer trips, BC Ferries (Swartz Bay) is a 30-minute drive away, and the BC Ferries Connector Bus, just a block away, services the Gulf Islands, Vancouver, and the Lower Mainland.
The Coho Ferry departs from the Inner Harbour for Washington State, and float planes fly daily to Seattle, Vancouver, Whistler, and Sunshine Coast. The Victoria Clipper passenger ferry goes directly to downtown Seattle, with ground transport available to other Seattle locations, including the airport. The Victoria Airport, 30 minutes away, is easily accessible via the YYJ Shuttle, located just one block away.
CONSTRUCTION: Please note, construction is on-going on a building site located next to the Falls building. This may result in some inconvenience caused by building noise during normal working hours.
Business License Number: 00047699
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 675 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 00047699
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
909812
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this condo?
This condo is situated in Downtown Victoria within a short 10-minute walk of Victoria Harbour and also 14 minutes on foot from Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. You'll also find Victoria Conference Centre and Beacon Hill Park less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at this condo?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this condo adjacent to a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?
No, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Empress Shores - your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria by Victoria Prime!?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this condo include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Empress Shores - your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria by Victoria Prime!?
Yes, this condo has a spa tub.
Does this condo include breakfast service?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.
Are there connecting rooms at this condo?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this condo.
How close is the airport from this condo?
The closest major airport to this condo is Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Victoria Intl. Airport (YYJ), which is located 16.6 mi away (35-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Empress Shores - your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria by Victoria Prime!?
Yes, every condo unit at Empress Shores - your stylish home away from home in downtown Victoria by Victoria Prime! comes with a balcony.