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Fairmont Empress
Victoria · Canada
Price on request
- City
- city breaks
- business
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Fairmont Empress, Victoria
721 Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V8W 1W5, Canada
- RecommendedForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
Best for
- families
- couples
- city breaks
- food & wine
About Fairmont Empress, Victoria
Fairmont Empress in Victoria, Canada, is a 431-room hotel that first opened in 1908. The property is recognised for its historic architecture and offers a range of dining options, including Q at the Empress, which specialises in Pacific Northwest cuisine. Guests can experience the Fairmont Spa, known for its signature West Coast treatments, and enjoy one of the world's most iconic Afternoon Tea experiences.
The hotel features meeting spaces with Green Key certification and multiple restaurants inspired by Canadian and West Coast flavours. Fairmont Empress holds a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended rating for 2026, reflecting its established reputation and service.
Why it stands out
Fairmont Empress is listed as EMPTYJET Recommend for its historic 1908 landmark status, Forbes Travel Guide Recommended rating for 2026, Fairmont brand affiliation, and signature Pacific Northwest dining and spa experiences in Victoria, Canada.
Key facts
- Keys
- 431 rooms
- Opened / renovated
- 1908
- Brand
- Fairmont
- Type
- Historic, City
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Dining
- Fine dining — evidence: Q at the Empress, showcasing Pacific Northwest cuisine
- Multiple restaurants — evidence: Eat, drink, and embrace our uniquely Canadian and entirely West Coast inspired dining venues
- Afternoon tea — evidence: one of the world’s most iconic Afternoon Tea experiences
Location
- Historic building — evidence: The historic 1908 landmark
Services
- Meeting rooms — evidence: meeting spaces holding their own Green Key certification
Wellness
- Spa — Fairmont Spa with signature West Coast experiences
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
48.4218, -123.3675 · approximatePosition is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.
Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial10 fields
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