Ramada Victoria Hotel & Conference Centre: Location

Whether you're coming to Victoria, British Columbia on business or for pleasure, the Ramada Victoria Hotel & Conference Centre is in the “Ideal Location for Great Value!” Our hotel is conveniently located just a short five-minute drive to downtown & the major attractions, such as the famous Inner Harbour.

Within an easy walk is the scenic Gorge Waterway, the Selkirk Waterfront & the Galloping Goose Regional Trail. Over 55 kilometers in length, the “Goose” is excellent for walking, cycling & roller-blading. At the Selkirk Waterfront, you can rent canoes & kayaks, or enjoy a meal in the South Bay Pub. Cross the Gorge Waterway on the historic Selkirk Trestle, rent bikes by the hour or day or to walk the path to the Inner Harbour . The Gorge Vale Golf Course, Mayfair Mall and more are also within a few minutes drive.

The readers of Conde Naste and Travel & Leisure have consistently voted Victoria, British Columbia as one of the top North American cities to visit. Canada's “City of Gardens” is abundant with breathtaking scenery, British character, world-class attractions, festivals and more.

Located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island & boasting a mild climate year-round, Victoria BC is always in bloom! Enjoy the many gardens, walk along seaside trails and beaches, cycle the Galloping Goose Trail, get close & personal with whales on eco-tours, kayak the Gorge Waterway and that's just to start.

Step back into time on a horse-drawn carriage ride among Victorian heritage homes in historic James Bay. Tour the city on a Double Decker bus or enjoy the tradition of afternoon high tea. Victoria, British Columbia is also home to many museums, galleries, spas and the world-renowned Butchart Gardens. Festivals are held throughout the year, such as the Victoria Day Parade, the international Swiftsure Yacht Race and the Dragonboat Festival.

Choose from several routes and modes of transportation to get to Vancouver Island and Victoria, whether you are coming from coastal BC, Washington State or beyond.

The most popular travel route also offering endless photo opportunities is aboard the BC Ferries, connecting the British Columbia Mainland to Victoria and the rest of Vancouver Island. The 1 ½ hour ferry ride travels through the majestic islands of the Juan De Fuca Straight.

Other ferry options to consider are: Washington State ferries, the Co-Ho from Port Angeles or the passenger only ferries such as the Clipper from Seattle, the Victoria Express Cruise Ship and the Victoria/San Juan Cruise Ship.

Breathtaking views await those who like to travel in style, such as on a harbour plane or with Helijet. These convenient flight options will have you arriving in downtown Victoria, direct from downtown Vancouver, in approximately 30 minutes. Air travelers can also fly into Victoria International Airport, a half hour drive north of the “Garden City”. The Airporter Shuttles to hotels, car rentals services and taxi's are available at the Airport.

Another option we recommend you consider for getting from Vancouver or from Northern points of Vancouver Island to Victoria is abroad Pacific Coach Lines. They offer reasonable rates and frequent service to Victoria with several pick-up locations. The coaches from Vancouver travel abroad on the BC ferries giving you the added pleasure of the “cruise” experience.