620 Saint Charles Street,
Victoria,
Canada,
v8s 3n7,
British Columbia
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Close to Craigdarroch Castle
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Edwardian-era bed & breakfast with granite architecture and English gardens near Craigdarroch Castle
Property & Grounds
Prior Castle Inn is a Tudor-style bed & breakfast located 500 metres from Craigdarroch Castle. The property uses extensive granite rock and stone terrace balustrades, with beautiful English-style gardens featuring perennial borders. A sun terrace and garden patio offer outdoor seating, and a games room provides indoor recreation for guests.
Rooms & Suites
Each of the individually decorated rooms includes a flat-screen TV and a fireplace, with select chambers offering a spa bath and kitchenette. The Westminster Chamber provides a balcony with ocean and garden views, a king bed, a second bedroom, and a living room with fireplace. The Nottingham Chamber has a large bathroom with a sunken spa bath and a balcony with views of the grounds.
Dining
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays in the Victorian dining room or on the garden patio. Breakfast offerings include hot options, fresh fruit, pastries, and cheese, with the property accommodating dietary requests such as gluten-free bread. Guests can also enjoy tea, coffee, and snacks available throughout the day in the lounge area.
Location
The inn sits 500 metres from Craigdarroch Castle and a short walk from the Governor's Mansion and Gardens. Victoria Harbour ferry terminal and Waterfront Tours are within a 30-minute walk, and Butchart Gardens is a 30-minute drive away. The University of Victoria is also nearby, and the quiet residential area offers easy access to dedicated bike lanes.
Services & Comforts
The property offers free on-site parking, daily housekeeping, and express check-out for guest convenience. Multilingual staff provide assistance, and luggage storage is available for early arrivals or late departures. Select rooms feature private outdoor entrances for enhanced accessibility, and the inn has family rooms and a designated smoking area.
Highlights
Architecture: Tudor-style with extensive granite rock and stone balustrades
Gardens: English-style with perennial borders and garden patio
Rooms: Individually decorated with fireplace, spa bath, and kitchenette options
Dining: Complimentary buffet breakfast on weekdays with hot and cold options
Location: 500m from Craigdarroch Castle and Governor's Mansion
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