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The Oswego Hotel

4.0 of 5
500 Oswego Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8V 5C1, Canada
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The Oswego Hotel
Ranked #7 of 69 hotels in Victoria
4.5 of 5 stars 266 Reviews
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What travelers say about this hotel
  • Bedroom suite(11)
  • French Presses(10)
  • Very nice(10)
  • Murphy beds(10)
  • Full kitchen(10)
  • Friendly and helpful(8)
  • Inner Harbour(6)
  • Great value(6)
  • Short walk(5)
  • Parliament building(4)
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Nanaimo BC
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

I purchased an auction item which included 1 night stay at this hotel. I live on Vancouver Island and have stayed in many of the major downtown hotels for business and pleasure.I was not aware of this hotel until the auction. My s adult daughters slept on a queen hide a bed and found it to be reasonably comfortable. Our... More

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Victoria
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The room itself was lovely; well-appointed and comfortable. However, we were not happy when we were awakened at 3:00 a.m. by a dog barking in the next room. We called the front desk and the young man working at that time told us that "the dog is back in his room now and is quiet". We were a bit miffed... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2012

Thank you for your recent review about your stay at the Oswego. We have definately discussed your points with the team. We do welcome dogs to the hotel as many travellers like to travel with their pets now. However, we are also very respectful of many of our guests that do not travel with pets or want to be assigned... More

vancouver BC
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

stayed here for 2 nights and really enjoyed the experience. Hotel is very modern , very clean and in a great location near the harbour, Dallas road and downtown shopping. Their restaurant, O Bistro is also excellent value, with nice menu and good service. Highly recommended More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2012

We are so glad that you had a great stay with us recently - thank you for taking the time to post a review for others to see how much you enjoyed the Oswego Hotel. We hope to be able to welcome you back in the very near future. Thank you! More

Florence, Italy
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The Oswego is a great find! The one bedroom suite was very comfortable with a full kitchen and small but well appointed living area. The bathroom is luxe with both a shower and a separate full tub. The bedroom is not spacious (no chairs in the bedroom, just a bed and wardrobe) but the bed was comfortable. The rooms have... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2012

We are so pleased that you enjoyed your recent stay with us. Like so many of our guests you enjoyed a spacious One Bedroom suite with full kitchen. Our location makes us very close to all the major attractions yet, you can return to the quietness of James Bay after your busy day. We offer our guests live jazz every... More

Tokyo, Japan
Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Just got back from holiday in Canada and really enjoyed our stay at the Oswego. We liked the location because although the hotel is located downtown, it's actually just a few minutes walk from the very center of it, which made it very easy to get to everything, but also easy to get away from it all when we wanted... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 9, 2012

Thank you so much for your positive review about your recent stay with us. We are really pleased you enjoyed the spacious fully equipped suite you stayed in. Like so many of our guests they also enjoy having the opportunity to cook and enjoy the luxury of their own private space to relax whilst travelling and away from home. Our... More

Vancouver, BC, Canada
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Nice place with contemporary design. Our one bedroom suite was clean and roomy and the kitchen (though we never used it) was well-stocked with dishes and flatware, even a cake pan. The staff are very nice, too (especially the weekend bartender). Nothing was particularly above and beyond here compared to similar hotels, which is fine, but there WERE a few... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 6, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of your recent stay at the Oswego. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay overall but, understand a few things seemed not up to par thus not making it an exceptional stay with us. The points noted I will definately discuss with the team and see how we can... More

Moscow, Idaho
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

We stayed at the Oswego Hotel as part of our 35th wedding anniversary. The hotel stay was combined with a transportation package through the Victoria Clipper ferry line. We spent 2 nights at the Oswego Hotel in a one bedroom suite. The experience was very positive. We were greeted by Phillip who was very helpful in orienting us to the... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 9, 2012

On behalf of my team we are so pleased to read your review and that all the various associates you mentioned in your review impacted your stay with us in a very positive way. All my team work hard together to provide the 'detail' and 'attention for our guests' that make then feel special and valued. This was a special... More

Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

My husband and I visit Victoria, BC, at least once a year, and the past few years we have been staying at the Oswego Hotel. We do so for many reasons. It is located in the James Bay area of Victoria; which makes for easy access to the harbour, downtown , the ocean, Cook Street, and James Bay Village.The hotel... More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2012

Thank you so such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you choose the Oswego Hotel as your preferred hotel now when you visit Victoria. I will for sure pass on your positive comments to the team. We look forward to welcoming you back to your 'home away from home' next time you visit Victoria. Thank you! More

MEMPHIS, TN
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

You just can't beat it! A real home away from home. We have stayed here three times now - and will return again and again. More

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OswegoHotelGManager, General Manager at The Oswego Hotel, responded to this review
May 20, 2012

Thank you so much for your review. We really value all of our guests but the repeat guests we love! Please come back and visit us again soon. More

Edmonton, Canada
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed for 4 nights in a one bedroom suite. Hotel was quiet near enough to walk to many attractions. Parking was reasonable and secure. Staff offered to bring our bags up which I declined (I always carry my own). A nice touch was staff leaving a message to make sure everything in our room was in order. On one occasion... More

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