Swans Hotel, a Victoria BC hotel, prides itself on being “the building of flowers” in the “city of gardens.” No time of year is more beautiful and decorated than spring and summer! In the warm months, both the city and the hotel burst with colour, as nature unfurls her gorgeous array of plumes! Even Swans’ interior boasts a number of floral arrangements.
Swans is an unforgettable Victoria hotel, set apart from the mainstream as a “boutique hotel” with an intimate atmosphere and unique aesthetic. Every suite has distinctive decor, each displaying a set of original art pieces. The rooms’ looks are further individuated with unique architectural features, such as being lofty-style and having private patios, terraces, and balconies–some of which are overlooking Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour.
Summers not only provide warm weather for strolling around downtown Victoria and visiting the local attractions, but also summers bring seasonal events like Tall Ships Victoria, Canada Day fireworks over the water (visible from the Inner Harbour), the Strawberry Festival, Luminara Victoria Festival of Lights, Victoria Jazzfest, Victoria Symphony Splash, or the Dragon Boat Festival.
Though each suite is equipped with a fully functional kitchen, it would be a shame to miss out on Swans’ many on-site culinary options–from room service to fine dining at the bistro to drinks and traditional pubfare at the brewpub. Swans’ Victoria brewpub had the distinguished honour of being “National Brewpub of the Year” (2006), serving award winning beers brewed at Swans’ Victoria brewery. The brewpub also serves breakfast, brunch (on the weekends), and lunch on a beautiful open/glassed patio lined with fresh flowers. In the evenings, Swans offers live music and dancing.
If you’re looking for more formal (fine) dining, Swans also has The Wild Saffron Bistro, which has been voted one of the top ten restaurants in Victoria (2008). The Bistro offers “progressive west coast cuisine” that uses fresh local ingredients and the master chef’s background in ethnic cooking to produce inspired, fusion fare.
Indulge both your eyes and your appetite at Swans Hotel!