Saanich East Travel Guide

Victoria

A historic building with a large dome and multiple towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a large tree.
A calm lake with a kayak, surrounded by dense forest and autumn-colored trees.
A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.
A clear blue sky, a tall communication tower, dense green forest, rocky terrain, and a distant view of a coastline.
A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a large body of water, and dense forested hills.

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A modern building with a glass facade and a covered entrance area.

University of Victoria

8.6/10 (2,772 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Victoria during your visit to Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket

฿665
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Bright orange, black and white Butterfly at the Victoria Butterfly Gardens on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Victoria Butterfly Gardens

฿496
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Victoria Butterfly Gardens
SpringTide Zodiac

Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac

฿4,199
per adult
Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac
Traditional Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Victoria BC

Traditional Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Victoria BC

฿827
per adult
Traditional Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Victoria BC
Fish eating Orca whales at Sunset can be seen in addition to many other whale species

Victoria Semi Covered Sunset Whale-Watching Tour

฿4,433
per adult
Victoria Semi Covered Sunset Whale-Watching Tour
Bastion Square

Iconic & Obscure Walking Tour in Victoria

฿622
per adult
Iconic & Obscure Walking Tour in Victoria
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Top hotels in Saanich East

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
The price is ฿10,309 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿10,309
฿12,078 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,942 reviews)
"This historic beautiful hotel is well worth the visit. The location and grounds are phenomenal. So glad we stayed there!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Fairmont Empress
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
330 Quebec Street Victoria BC
The price is ฿5,099 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,099
฿6,043 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,434 reviews)
"Breakfast had limited options but taste really nice"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
740 Burdett Ave Victoria BC
The price is ฿5,853 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿5,853
฿6,857 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,845 reviews)
"Hotel is old"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St Victoria BC
The price is ฿3,074 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,074
฿3,535 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,505 reviews)
"Clean room. Kitchenette was a bonus."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St Victoria BC
The price is ฿8,554 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿8,554
฿10,022 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,876 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great facilities, awesome restaurant with outside seating with table fireplaces."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hotel Grand Pacific
Sandman Hotel Victoria

Sandman Hotel Victoria

3 out of 5
2852 Douglas St Victoria BC
The price is ฿3,598 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,598
฿4,224 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,086 reviews)
"Location to Victoria harbour was great. BC transit is just outside and fairly cheap for a day pass although staff weren’t able to provide information about it. Good parking including secure underground. Hot tub was okay but has no jets. Pool was an okay temperature. Nice having a restaurant onsite ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Sandman Hotel Victoria
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Where to stay in Saanich East

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A street lined with traditional buildings, red lanterns, and a sign for Cathay Living.

Downtown Victoria

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

A marina with boats, a waterfront promenade, and historic buildings.

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

A wooden pier with a white tent labeled "Pirate Adventures" and a sailboat docked nearby.

James Bay

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

A serene garden with a pond, a stone lantern, and a wooden bridge.

Esquimalt

Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like CFB Esquimalt Naval and Military Museum and Fleming Beach while you're in town.

A pebbled beach with driftwood and a calm sea.
Photo by Gemma Goulder
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Fairfield

Unique features of Fairfield include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cook Street Village or Abkhazi Garden while you're exploring the area.

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