This Forbes Four-Star, 4-Diamond property offers 464 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Willow Stream Spa with signature West Coast experiences, Outdoor dining on the Q Veranda featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine and award winning wine list, and Q Bar's regionally focused cocktail culture. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural beauty.more...See more text
The Empress Hotel is the icon of Victoria. For that extra special getaway I would recommend a night at this iconic property, a horse drawn carriage tour and afternoon tea. You can't get more Victorian than that! But seriously, this is a beautiful property (the rooms are a little small) but the history, design & atmosphere make up for the lack of size. Ask about the haunted stories!
The Fairmont Empress is a grand, Chateau-style hotel, offering guests an upscale dining experience in their elegant dining area, The Empress Room. Guests can enjoy a gourmet meal with exquisite wine under romantic chandeliers and high, handcrafted wood ceilings. Executive Chef Morgan Wilson and Restaurant Chef Anthony Young craft a wide selection of delicious menu items daily, featuring organic, locally sourced or sustainable items wherever possible. The menu includes several gluten-free options and all cuisine is prepared without artificial trans fats.
Every day the Fairmont Empress holds an afternoon tea complete with scones and actual tea, eaten in perfect elegance while looking out over the harbour. Along with these tasty items, egg salad is served in croissants as part of the tea. Buttery baby croissants are also quite popular and go well with the delicious jam that is served.