Wednesday, 9 November 2011

Magnolia Hotel And Spa - Victoria
















623 Courtney St, Victoria, BC, V8W1B8 Canada0203 027 9779
Wonderful boutique hotel in superb location near the inner harbour in Victoria. Intimate, comfortable, well-appointed, extremely helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms -- everything one could ask for in a boutique hotel. Highly recommended.

Overview

Location.
The Magnolia Hotel & Spa offers its guests easy access to all the city has to offer in arts, entertainment and culture. Located in downtown Victoria, this European- style boutique hotel is one block from the Inner Harbour and three blocks from the Royal BC Museum.
Hotel Features.
The Magnolia features the on-site Prime Steakhouse Restaurant and Lounge. At lunch and dinner, Prime serves up six cuts of steak, all treated with an on-site dry aging process and cooked by the kitchen's Montague over-fired broiler, and offers an extensive wine and liquor selection. A complimentary, continental breakfast is available to all guests, featuring coffee and tea, yogurt, cereals and assorted baked goods. Spa Magnolia, located on the main floor, features a full menu of therapeutic massage and beauty treatments. Condé Nast Traveler readers recently recognized The Magnolia Hotel & Spa in Victoria as one of the 'Top Three Hotels in Canada.'


Guestrooms.
The Magnolia's completely non-smoking guestrooms offer air conditioning with individual climate control, floor-to-ceiling windows, which can be opened, deep crown moldings, custom- designed traditional furniture, two-poster beds dressed in duvets and feather pillows. Executive level rooms feature gas fireplaces. The lavish marble bathrooms have full walk-in glass showers and separate deep soaker tubs for the ultimate in relaxation. Bathrooms come complete with luxurious linens, signature bathrobes and AVEDA toiletries and bath balms.

Know before you go

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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. 
  • Check-in time starts at: 4 PM
  • Check-out time is: Noon
  • Pet fee charged at hotel/condo
  • Small pets only
  • There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.


Facilities

  • General
  • Air-conditioned public areas
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  • Bar/lounge
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  • Elevator/lift
  • Fireplace in lobby
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  • Number of floors - 7
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  • Pool table on site
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
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  • Smoke-free property
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  • Total number of rooms - 63
  • Umbrella
    • Luggage storage
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    • One meeting/conference room
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    • Parking limited (surcharge)
    • Valet parking (surcharge)
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    • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Rooms (all rooms include)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
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  • Clock radio
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  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
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  • In-room safe
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  • Iron/ironing board
  • Non-smoking only
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  • Rollaway beds available
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  • Welcome amenities
  • Window opens
    • Air conditioning
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    • Bathrobes
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    • Cable/satellite television channels
    • CD player
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    • Climate control
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    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary bottled water
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    • Complimentary newspaper
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    • Daily housekeeping
    • Deck
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    • Designer toiletries
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    • Extra towels/bedding in room
    • Fax machine
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    • Free local calls
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    • Hair dryer
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
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    • In-room childcare (surcharge)
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    • In-room massage available
    • LCD television
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    • Makeup/shaving mirror
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    • Minibar
    • Multi-line phone
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    • Pillowtop mattress
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    • Premium bedding
    • Premium television channel(s)
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    • Separate bathtub and shower
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    • Separate sitting area
    • Sewing kit
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    • Turndown service
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    • Voice mail
    • Wake-up calls
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    • Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • Services
  • Parking garage
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  • Porter/bellhop
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  • Room service
  • Room service (limited hours)
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  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
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  • Sauna
  • Security guard
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  • Tour assistance
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  • Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
  • Valet parking
    • Beauty services
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    • Coffee in lobby
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    • Complimentary breakfast
    • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
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    • Concierge services
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    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in
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    • Fitness facilities
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    • Full-service health spa
    • Health club
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    • Internet access - wireless
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    • Laundry facilities
    • Limo or Town Car service available
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    • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
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    • Multilingual staff
    • Parking (secure)
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    • Parking (surcharge)
  • Business & Event
  • 24-hour front desk
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  • Audio-visual equipment
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  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
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  • Business services
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  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Event catering
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  • Multiple conference/meeting rooms
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  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Accessibility Features**
  • Accessible path of travel
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  • In-room accessibility
**These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

Dining

complimentary Continental breakfast including coffee and tea, fruit juices, assorted baked goods, cereals and granola, yogurt, and cheese is provided each morning.
Prime Steakhouse Restaurant and Lounge - Decorated with a six-foot wide iron chandelier, floor-to-ceiling velvet drapes, and leather and upholstered seating surrounding the fireplace. Chef Batty offers six cuts of steak, all treated with an on-site dry aging process and cooked by the kitchen's Montague overfired broiler, which seals in the flavor and juice with a crisp crust. Other fare, such as lamb, a selection of fresh seafood, poultry, and pasta, is also available, as is Prime Rib on Fridays and Saturdays. Features an extensive wine and liquor selection. Open for lunch and dinner.

Recreation

The hotel's small fitness center has a treadmill, stationary bike, elliptical trainer, and free weights. Guests also receive complimentary access to a YMCA three blocks away, providing an indoor pool, spa tub, squash and racquetball courts, cardio equipment, and strength-training machines.
Four blocks away, Beacon Hill Park is an expansive green space with gardens, playgrounds, tennis courts, walking trails, and a petting zoo.
Whale-watching tours depart daily from the Inner Harbour two blocks away, and bicycle and scooter rentals are also available within two blocks. Windsurfers and scuba divers converge at Ogden Point, two km (1.25 miles) from the hotel.
Area golf courses include Olympic View, Royal Colwood, and the spectacular Bear Mountain. Hotel staff can help arrange tee times and transportation.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near this downtown Victoria hotel; fees may apply.

  • Aerobics nearby nearby
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  • Bicycle rentals nearby nearby
  • Golf - driving range nearby nearby
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  • Golfing nearby nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby nearby
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  • Pilates classes/instruction nearby nearby
  • Racquetball/squash nearby nearby
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  • Sailing nearby nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby nearby
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  • Scuba diving nearby nearby
  • Swimming nearby nearby
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  • Tennis nearby nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby nearby
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  • Windsurfing nearby nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction nearby nearby

Notification and fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: C$ 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: C$ 60 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Terms & conditions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.