Lovingly restored to her turn-of-the-century beauty, The Fairmont
Empress captures the grandeur and elegance of a bygone era, while the
facilities and services meet the needs of today's traveler.
Rising regally on the banks of Victoria's spectacular Inner Harbor, The
Fairmont Empress showcases the spirit and energy of Vancouver
Island in grand style.
No stay in Victoria would be complete without a visit to one of the
magnificent restaurants in this historic hotel!! Whether you partake in the
famed Afternoon Tea, enjoy the curry in the Bengal Lounge, an award-winning
meal in The Empress Room or a leisurely Sunday Brunch in Kipling's - the
impressive surroundings and exceptional cuisine guarantee a truly memorable
dining experience.
Bengal Lounge: Drawing inspiration from Queen Victoria's role as the
Empress of India, this chic colonial watering hole is famous for its curry
buffet, live jazz and long list of signature cocktails.
In celebration of The Bengal's 50th Anniversary in 2004, playfully dubbed
'Year of the Tiger', relax in the comfortable atmosphere of this rich Victorian
clubroom while taking in stunning views of Victoria's sparkling Inner Harbor and
the resort's estate rose garden.Don't miss the mouth-watering
curry lunch and dinner buffet, or live jazz on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Empress Room: Experience the elegance of a bygone era in the
award-winning Empress Room. Lush tapestry-covered walls rise 20 feet to meet a
richly carved mahogany ceiling, while candlelight and the soothing sounds of
harpist Elizabeth Ely provide an elegant backdrop for all who dine in this
unforgettable room.
Recent recipient of the prestigious Wine Spectator's 'Best of Award of
Excellence', the magnificent Empress Dining Room boasts over 800 selections of
Canadian and International wines, paired with exceptional 4-Diamond cuisine.
Empress Room Chef Rob Cleland and his team of culinary masters will
surpass your wildest expectations with an eclectic mix of classic cuisine,
prepared with fresh local ingredients and Pacific Northwest regional flare.
Kipling's: Named after famed author and frequent visitor to Victoria -
Rudyard Kipling, this bright, elegant restaurant is an informal alternative for
casual, family, and all day dining.
Known throughout Victoria for its sumptuous breakfast, lunch and dinner
buffets plus an exceptional a la carte menu, Kipling's has also become 'the
place to go' for Sunday Brunch.
- Parking
- Babysitting
- Bell staff
- Concierge
- Housekeeping
- Laundry services
- Small dogs permitted
- Safety deposit boxes
- Check-in / check-out
- Special needs accessibility
Business Services:
Leisure Facilities:
- Spa
- Gym
- Sauna
- Indoor pool swimming pool
Nearby Activities:
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Golf
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Tennis
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Hiking
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Cycling
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Kayaking
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Whale watching
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Mountain Biking
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Squash and Racquetball
The Fairmont Empress features 477 luxuriously ;appointed
guest rooms and suites, with magnificent views of the city, courtyard or
spectacular Inner Harbor. With a selection of unique guest
room sizes and categories to suit every taste, this landmark Fairmont
property is a tribute to classic elegance.
The beautifully renovated Fairmont Gold floor features
a private lounge with lavish continental breakfast, honor bar and
evening hors d'oeuvres, complimented by an attentive concierge team,
executive boardroom and High Speed Internet access designed to meet the
needs of the most discerning corporate or leisure traveler.
The Fairmont Empress also features eight guest rooms enhanced
specifically fo guests with special needs.
Room Types:
Fairmont Room: The classic Fairmont Rooms are
furnished in traditional elegant decor and can accommodate up to four people.
Each room has a cozy sitting area with two armchairs, some with ample
space to accommodate a crib or rollaway.
Deluxe Room: The spacious Deluxe Rooms feature
traditional elegant decor with large sitting areas. Excellent for families,
these rooms can accommodate up to five people with additional space for a
rollaway or crib. The sitting area is furnished with either a sofa, sofa
bed or two armchairs. Rooms for the physically challenged are available in this
guest room category.
Harbor View Deluxe Room: The Harbor View Deluxe
Rooms are elegantly furnished and feature a spectacular view of Victoria's
Inner Harbor. Each room is appointed with two armchairs and can
comfortably accommodate up to two people.
Signature Room: The Signature Rooms have been
individually selected for inclusion in this premier guest room category on
the basis of size, view and distinct characteristics. Capturing the essence
of Victoria, each room offers a spectacular view of the Inner Harbor,
spacious seating area and unique layout and design.
Junior Suite:
Each of the spacious and luxurious Junior Suites is
an open-concept/studio design, elegantly furnished with a sofa bed and distinct
sitting area.
One Bedroom Suite:
Each of the spacious One Bedroom Suites features two rooms
- a bedroom and parlor with dividing door. The parlor room is lavishly
furnished with a sofa bed, some with ample space to accommodate a
rollaway bed.Most One Bedroom Suites feature one bathroom, while few
are equipped with an additional powder room.
Two Bedroom Suite:
Each of the Two Bedroom Suites features three rooms
in total - two bedrooms and one parlor. The master bedroom is furnished with one
king bed, the second bedroom with two queen beds, and the parlor with
a sofa bed and ample space for a rollaway. Each bedroom is equipped with a
private bathroom and full amenities.
All guest rooms offer the following amenities:
- Ceiling fan
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes (terry-cloth)
- Iron and ironing board
- Luxurious down-filled duvets
- Telephone with voice-mail
- Windows that open to the outside
- Cable television with in-room pay movies and Sony PlayStation
Suites and Specialty Rooms feature the following common amenities:
- Deluxe amenities
- CD player
- Ceiling fan
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Luxurious down-filled duvets
- Windows that open to the outside
- Twice-daily housekeeping service
- Telephone with voice-mail capability and data port access
- Cable television with in-room pay movies and Sony PlayStation
Amenities On Request
- Bed board
- Crib
- Rollaway
- Speakerphone
- Two-line phones
- High speed Internet access
- TTY phone for the hearing impaired
- Work desk stocked with office supplies
