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Hotel Rialto

3.5 of 5
653 Pandora Ave, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1N8, Canada (Formerly Hotel Douglas)
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Hotel Rialto
Ranked #17 of 69 hotels in Victoria
4.0 of 5 stars 103 Reviews
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Vancouver, Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

Boutique Hotel in downtown Victoria. Location is good, unique old building and the room (king suite) was ok, not spectacular but well appointed. Hotel is going to close to complete renos Jan to May 2012 and will no doubt be very nice when done. Bed was comfortable, great water pressure in shower and looked clean. Our room was one floor... More

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Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

We checked into the Rialto this week for a few days away. My husband had booked the Romance package ages ago. When we arrived the staff was friendly but when she realized that the room she had us in wasn't finished being prepared, she switched us to a different 4th floor room. Unfortunately that room backed onto the elevator shaft... More

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Edmonton, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

A clean, comfy,well-run hotel right in downtown Victoria. I stayed with my three year-old, and the staff were happy to accommodate any special needs and requests. The room was a bit small, but the bathroom was large and spotlessly clean. We could hear the TV from next room nearly all the time, which was a bit annoying. The mattress and... More

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Victoria, Canada
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011

This Hotel is classy, and nicely renovated The Cafe has a small offering which is good for a light meal, although the hot chocolate was a bit of a disapintment. It had all the makings of a good hot chocolate but something went a- miss and it seemed very bland. The loung is a great expereince, from the comfy coffee... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011

this hotel is in the process of going through a renovation. the building is historic and quaint. the new decor & carpeting is trendy chic. some of the rooms still have the older hotel carpeting, but new furniture and bedding. the hotel is pretty clean. the shower was a little too small, but manageable. the cafe is awesome - they... More

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North Yorkshire
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

On a flying visit from the UK, visited Victoria for 1-nt with my daughter and Canadian aunt. We were looking for somewhere central, easy to get to by bus from the ferry, clean and with good service, we found it all here. If I were to be picky, the room was missing coffee, soon replenished, and the heating would not... More

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Clackamas, Oregon
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2011

My new wife and I stayed two nights in the hotel. We were on our honeymoon and found the hotel through Groupon. When we arrived the front staff greeted us and told us of the history and helped us to feel at home. Our room was spacious, clean and well appointed with two flat screens, coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator.... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011
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The staff were great, efficient and friendly. Location was so perfect, we didn't need to rent a car for the weekend. We had a great nights sleep, comfy bed, and the bathroom was clean. Love the boutique feel, we will definitely be back. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011

In our recent visit to Vancouver Island we happened upon this gem in downtown Victoria. Hotel Rialto is centralled located right downtown, super close to Chinatown, the harbour and great shopping. The rooms are charming and the decor is gorgeous. The restaurant downstairs (Veneto) has excellent food and some super yummy cocktails. The staff (especially Maureen at the front desk)... More

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Galway
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2011

We stayed here in September 11. Location is good in Victoria and walkable to harbour area. Hotel is bright and airy. On entry room looked nice, except for the AC/Heating unit sitting on the floor - ugly. Bathroom not so nice - no shelves to leave any toiletries, no bath, shower had a horrible curtain instead of door, paint patches... More

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653 Pandora Ave, Victoria, British Columbia V8W 1N8, Canada (Formerly Hotel Douglas)
Price range (per night):* INR7,746 - 10,756

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