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

฿707
per adult
92% 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

฿4,465
per adult
Victoria Whale Watching Tour by Zodiac
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC

Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC

฿354
per adult
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Victoria BC
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

฿423
per adult
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Chinatown Walking Tour

Historical Chinatown Walking Tour

฿567
per adult
Historical Chinatown Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Saanich East

Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

4.5 out of 5
721 Government St Victoria BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿11,635 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿11,635
฿13,631 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 ...
Fairmont Empress
Hotel Grand Pacific

Hotel Grand Pacific

4 out of 5
463 Belleville St Victoria BC
The price is ฿8,752 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿8,752
฿10,254 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
Hotel Grand Pacific
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA

Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA

4 out of 5
146 Kingston St Victoria BC
The price is ฿7,967 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿7,967
฿9,334 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA
Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

2 out of 5
2401 Mt Newton Cross Rd Saanichton BC
The price is ฿4,553 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,553
฿5,145 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Saanichton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,334 reviews)
"Drive right up to your room. Basic room, but very clean. Air-conditioning worked well. Smoking areas all around the property. Extremely friendly staff. Five minutes away from Sydney. Price is cheaper than anywhere else. Beds are extremely comfy. perfect for a quick stay one nighter !"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour

3 out of 5
427 Belleville St Victoria BC
The price is ฿6,362 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿6,362
฿7,454 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Victoria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
Red Lion Inn and Suites

Red Lion Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
3366 Douglas St Victoria BC
The price is ฿5,102 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿5,102
฿5,867 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (3,529 reviews)
"The rooms were reasonably clean. The beds were comfy and the staff was helpful and friendly. The one restaurant pub was under some kind of renovation and there was dust everywhere in it, so we opted not to eat there. They is another restaurant in the hotel, a Chinese restaurant, but we didn't eat ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Red Lion Inn and Suites
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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 Sooke Salmon Charters and CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum 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 Scenic Marine Route while you're exploring the area.

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