Bedroom has queen size bed, 2 bedside tables & lamps, iPod dock/radio/alarm, TV
Location: Victoria, Vancouver Island, The Islands, British Columbia, Canada (WALKING DISTANCE TO SEATTLE FERRY AND HARBOUR AIR SERVICES) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Self-catering holiday let, vacation rental apartment, holiday flat, vacation condo rental, holiday rental,
City Life Suites is proud to have been Awarded "Victoria's Top Vacation Rental 2011" by Trip Advisor/FlipKey.
Our Metro Suite is a sparkling 5th floor, non-smoking, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom apartment that sleeps 4. Contemporary furnishings complement the spacious layout.
Enjoy your morning coffee in the sun as you relax on the east-facing balcony, which overlooks a beautifully landscaped garden area. Secure, but easy access to the 5th floor is provided via 2 high-speed elevators.
City-wide bus service is just steps from front door of building, 2 car rental agencies are just 1 block away.
The carpeted bedroom features a pillow top Queen size bed, flat screen TV, 2 bedside tables with lamps, iPhone/iPod clock radio alarm, full-size closet, safe box, extra bedding. There is also a comfortable pull-out Double size Serta sofa bed with 7" mattress in the living room.
The apartment is located in a sturdily-constructed concrete and steel building and features a wonderful open floor plan with bamboo flooring, boasting a mix of rich materials, original art and tastefully decorated in a soft marine palette.
Our "All-Inclusive" rates have taken into consideration some of the hidden costs that might be overlooked by our vacationers. Stocking your newly arrived at rental with "basics" can really add up.
For this reason, we supply our condos with lots of "extras" that many rentals do not offer, such as paper goods (enough bathroom tissue and paper towels for the duration of your stay), trash bags, foil, plastic wrap, hand soaps, laundry softener and detergent, dish soap, a nice selection of herbs and spices, coffee,tea, and many other essential every-day items that you would normally need to purchase on your own.
We also provide the convenience and cost-savings of unlimited local and long-distance telephone calls anywhere in N. America, as well as voice mail and wi-fi internet so you can keep in touch with friends and family while you are staying with us.
Your rate includes:
*Taxes
*Exit Cleaning
*Secure Underground Parking
*Unlimited local and long distance phone calls to anywhere in North America + Voice Mail.
*In-suite Washer/Dryer
*Fully equipped kitchen with Microwave, Garburetor and Stainless Steel Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher
*Soaker Tub/Shower with Safety Grab Bar
*I-Phone/I-Pod charger dock/player/alarm clock
*Hi-Speed Wireless Internet Connection.
*2 LCD Flat Screen TV's
*DVD Player
*Stereo/CD player
*Books, Games, CD's, DVD's provided
*Coffee, Tea, Spices.
*Acess to fitness room
*Acess to car wash bay
*Many other amenities
*Personalized Check-in/Check-out Service.
Here's what some of our guests have said after staying with us:
"We rent vacation homes and condos throughout North America, probably 4-5 each year, and this is one of the very best. You'll love it."
Kerry & Pam Dunn, Redlands, California
"We simply cannot say enough --- five stars! We'll be back for another sleek getaway soon!"
Kristopher & Kirsten, Denver, Colorado
"The location was perfect. Everything is within walking distance! The suite is beautiful, very comfortable, safe and clean. I really enjoyed my stay! Thank you again."
Joanne, Toronto, Ontario
If you are looking for clean, convenient self-catering accommodations with All-Inclusive rates in Victoria's best downtown location, then this owner-managed apartment is for you!
The downtown location is just 5 minutes walk (or less) to many of Victoria's world-famous attractions, including the following:
*Victoria's Inner Harbour
*The Royal British Columbia Museum
*B.C. Legislative Buildings
*Victoria Conference Centre
*BC Provincial Law Courts
*BC Legislature Buildings
*Beacon Hill Park
*Royal London Wax Museum
*Undersea Gardens
*Souvenir shopping on Government Street, and many other local attractions.
There is excellent proximity to all major transit services in, and around, Victoria, including:
*Connections to Butchart Gardens, Victoria International Airport, B.C. Ferries and Washington State Ferries.
*Five-minute walk to Seattle Clipper, MV Coho to Port Angeles and harbour air services to Vancouver and other destinations.
*1 block to PCL bus depot with connections to Vancouver & YVR via B.C. Ferries.
*Greater Victoria Transit bus to B.C. Ferries terminal and Victoria International Airport stops within 2 blocks.
LENGTH OF STAY - minimum 7 nights . Please Note: No smoking/Not suitable for pets or children under 10. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
We accept Visa, Master Card or, if you have a Canadian bank account, payment can be made using Interac Email money transfer.
Friendly owners, Steve and Trish can help you with local sightseeing and travel arrangements in Victoria and other Vancouver Island destinations.
SAVE 15%-20% ON AUTO RENTALS AND WHALE WATCHING EXPEDITIONS WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR STAY WITH US.
Thank you for checking our listing on VRBO, we look forward to meeting you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Stacking washer/dryer combo in-suite. Efficient, easy to operate, laundry detergent, stain remover supplied.
- Dryer : Stacking washer/dryer combo in-suite. Efficient, easy to operate, laundry detergent, stain remover supplied.
- Linens Provided : Clean linens provided at time of occupancy. For long-term stays, should you not wish to launder your own linens, we can provide linen changes for nominal additional charge.
- Elevator (2) : High Speed Sate of the Art Elevator System
- Garage : Secure underground parking spot provided with suite as well as access to car wash bay
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Comfortable Pillow Top Mattress, with two side tables, lamps, iPod alarm clock. Sweet dreams!
- Convertible Bed : Double, Pull-Out Sofa Bed with 7 inch deep comfortable Serta Mattress. Every guest who has slept in this bed has commented on how comfortable it is.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Digital Cable TV provided with many channels to choose from. 2 LCD TV's - one in the Living Room and one in the Bedroom
- DVD
- Video Library : Selection of DVD's provided
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : CD Player/Stereo system provided as well as a selection of CD's
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Stainless Steel Appliances. Full Size Fridge, Electric Oven with Ceramic Stove Top, Dishwasher, Microwave, Coffee Maker, Kettle, Blender, toaster etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Complimentary spices, tea, hot chocolate, coffee supplies, microwaveable popcorn, are also provided. Many additional accessories such as rice cooker, blender, strainers, slow cooker and more.
- Refrigerator : 18 cu ft. stainless steel with freezer compartment.
- Dishwasher : Easy to operate stainless steel dishwasher. Dishwashing liquid supplied.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony : Balcony has 2 chairs and a table and gets morning sun, great for enjoying morning coffee.
- Communications
- Telephone : 1 telephone in the bedroom and a telephone in the Living Room
- Free Long Distance : Free, unlimited local and long distance calling in North America.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless Internet provided by Shaw Cable
- Other Amenities
- Hypo-allergenic bedding, Bathroom with combination soaker tub/shower unit, Hair dryer, State-Of-The-Art security system and access to the Fitness Centre located on the main floor of the building.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Suite is maintained to suit guests with pet allergies.
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed : Apartment has never been smoked in. No smoking allowed in the apartment or in any of the common areas of the building.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Restaurants, Shopping, Concerts, Gardens, Beaches, Museums, Ocean Walks, Nature and Bird Sanctuaries,
Rate Details (In Canadian Dollars)
Jan 1 - May 31 $873/wk...$2,199/mth
Jun 1 - Jun 30 $968/wk...$2,900/mth
Jul 1 - Aug 31 $1,018/wk...$3,299/mth
Sept 1 - Sept 30 $968/wk...$2,900 mth
Oct 1- Dec 31 $873/wk...$2,199/mth
Our Rates Are "ALL-INCLUSIVE" No extra "Hidden Charges"
Minimum Booking 7 nights - 50% deposit - Balance due 60 days prior to occupancy
Rates include HST, exit cleaning and Parking. We accept Visa and MasterCard
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
1 BR Downtown - All-Inclusive Rates
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Victoria
This is absolutely the best location one could find in downtown Victoria. It is close to just about all tourist amenities, just a couple of blocks from Victoria's Inner harbour and the Government Street shopping area.
It is so convenient to everything....please read our guest book to find out what our guests say about the location of our Metro Suite.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
We always meet our guests "in-person" to make them feel welcome and to get them settled-in comfortably to their new surroundings. We provide milk, bread, fruit, water, tea and coffee so that our guests have the "fixin's" for breakfast on their first morning.
Our building has a wonderful fitness centre and a recreation room, complete with a pool table, fire place, large screen TV and seating areas, ideal for entertaining friends while staying in our building.
Access to Harbour Ferries, whale watching tours, fishing, kayaking, Ferries to Port Angeles and Seattle, float plane services to Vancouver, Seattle and other points.
Victoria's own version of New York City's Central Park. Visit the childrens petting zoo, play "pitch 'n putt" golf, watch a cricket match, or simply enjoy the beautiful gardens and duck ponds.
This is the location of the world-famous Royal BC Museum, home to many incredible N. American indigenous people's artifacts, plus many internationally renowned visiting exhibitions.
The seat of government in British Columbia. Take a free tour of the parliament buildings and learn about the amazing history surrounding the events related to it's construction.
Restaurants, pubs, tourist shops, coffee shops, chocolate and ice cream emporiums and much more dominate this busy and exciting shopping area.
While you're on vacation drop into the Victoria Public Library where you'll find a huge array of books as well as newspapers and magazines from around the world.
Owner's Map of Victoria
Steve and Trish Young have traveled extensively and know how important it is to find well maintained premises and welcoming amenities when staying in accommodations away from home. So, we've tried to ensure that's what you'll find when you stay in one of our comfortable and convenient vacation rentals in downtown Victoria.
"We love what we're doing and have made many wonderful friends who come back to stay in our properties, year after year".
Property Photos
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- Bedroom has queen size bed, 2 bedside tables & lamps, iPod dock/radio/alarm, TV - Victoria Vancouver Island, BC Vacation Rental
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- Living room area gets lots of sunshine and door at end of room leads to balcony. - Victoria Vancouver Island, BC Vacation Rental
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- Fully-equipped kitchen with many extras to make your stay complete. - Victoria Vancouver Island, BC Vacation Rental
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- Entertainment Centre with LCD TV, DVD Player, Stereo, DVD and CD libraries.
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- Seating for 4 at contemporary dining table adjacent to kitchen.
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- Business centre with Fax, phone, high speed wireless internet, desk lamp.
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- Bathroom with shower/soaker tub combination. Hair dryer provided.
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- East-facing balcony gets morning sun. Garden views, distant mountain glimpses.
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- Games room available to our guests, billiards, large screen TV, lots of seating.
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- Fitness centre with cardio, free weights, treadmill, recumbent bike, open 24-7
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- Floor Plan of Metro Suite
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- Exterior photo of The Astoria, home to our 1 bedroom Metro Suite
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- Public terrace area faces south and gets lots of sun.
Traveler Reviews (64)
Conveniently in the Heart of Victoria
Guest: The Betsy
(Newmarket, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 05/25/09
Review Submitted: 10/09/09
My sister and I enjoyed our stay at the Metro Suite last May and felt very welcome by the owners. This apartment gem in downtown Victoria is close to many amenities so that you can experience the essence of the friendly and beautiful city of Victoria. Great accommodations to explore the island and feel comfortable and safe; public transit is easy and car rentals a block away. We would go back again for sure! Thanks again, Steve & Trish.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
Perfect
Guest: Ben
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 06/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/22/11
My wife and I stayed in the Metro Suite for our honeymoon, and it was everything we could have wanted and more. The location was perfect--walking distance from everything we wanted to do, and still removed enough to be quiet and calm. The suite was the perfect size for us and never even remotely felt tight. The best parts, though, were the personal touches from Steve and Trish. Steve was very friendly and welcoming in greeting us and checking us in. They had some food in the fridge for us when we arrived so that we didn't have to go shopping immediately, and even gave us a wedding gift! We couldn't have hoped for a better place to stay.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Exceeded Our Expectations
Guest: McDuff
(Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
From check-in to check-out, this unit in Victoria is truly a 'gem'. Situated within a short walking distance to the hub of downtown activities, you could easily do without a car rental if staying here. Owners Trish and Steve are the most accommodating and helpful hosts, available to answer any questions and offer suggestions to enhance your enjoyment of Victoria. The unit itself is furnished to make the most of it's space and contains everything a vacationer could wish for. Upon our arrival the whole unit was immaculately clean, and the fridge and cupboards had been stocked with enough goodies to allow us to put off grocery shopping until Day 2. When the door to the balcony is shut, the unit is very quiet. Every aspect of our stay, from the initial contract to returning the keys was handled efficiently and professionally. You'd be hard pressed to find a better 'home away from home'.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+.
Lovely apt in superb location
Guest: Nonnie
(Columbia, SC, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/17/11
Review Submitted: 05/28/11
We were here a week in May & couldn't have been more pleased. The condo is in the heart of Victoria, within walking distance of the inner harbor & ferries, Royal BC Museum, Legislative Buildings, Beacon Hill Park, Government & Douglas Streets, Chinatown, etc. Also nearby was a market where we found a great selection of fruits, veggies, and prepared meats (stuffed chicken breasts were an easy, tasty dinner - only needed one to share). We rented a car which was convenient for a trip to Butchart Gardens (a must-see) as well as a drive to Sooke (very nice museum on the way) but we walked to many sights, and we are 60+, not kids! The apt itself is spotless & in excellent condition, in a lovely and secure building (and neighborhood) & the parking is very conveniently located in the basement. The furniture is comfortable & also in excellent condition and the thoughtful and personable owners have clearly made an effort to provide everything one could need. We had spent a day traveling from South Carolina & really appreciated the fruit on the kitchen table & milk/bread/butter in the refrigerator & coffee/tea/chocolate in the pantry for the first few days' breakfast. There was shampoo & soap in the bathroom, laundry & dishwasher detergent & all the necessary paper supplies. We especially enjoyed the free calls to our family back in the States. Steve met us at check-in and was available to answer any questions. He was very friendly & accommodating & helpfully provided maps & travel literature. We are planning a return visit next year. Victoria is a beautiful city & this apt makes a lovely base, truly felt like a home-away-from-home!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Great place to stay while in Victoria BC
Guest: Glenn and Betty
(Ottawa, ON Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/09/11
Review Submitted: 05/26/11
Both my wife and I enjoyed our stay so much. The location is right downtown and close to everything.The building is new and the grounds are kept immaculate.Our apartment included all the conveniences of home, washer, dryer, fridge, stove and dishwasher.When we return to Victoria, and we will, I will plan my trip with the availability of this place in mind.Thanks Steve for that personal touch that made our trip complete.Hope to see you soon .Glenn and Betty, Ottawa Ontario.PS loved the red fish blue fish
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Our Month at City Life Suites
Guest: Von and Mo
(Calgary)
Date of Stay: 01/01/11
Review Submitted: 03/06/11
We very much enjoyed the time we spent at City Life Suites. Steve and Trish Young (owners) did an excellent job of providing us with a well equipped full kitchen. The apartment was very clean which was important to us and they provided excellent recommendations on grocery shopping, restaurants and attractions in the area. We would definitely recommend this condo to others seeking vacation rentals in Victoria. We rarely got in our car. Everything we wanted to see was walking distance from the suite. When you walk, you don't have to worry about parking. We did lots of walking, used the gym that was available for guests, ate in the suite and at local restauraants, Browns Social House, Spaghetti Factory, Rick's Grill, Earls, etc. They were all great.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.
Perfect place!
Guest: Monica
(Denver, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10
Review Submitted: 10/12/10
We visited Victoria and stayed in this property. It was wonderful! The location couldn't get any better. We were able to walk all over the city. The condo was immaculate and decorated very nicely. We would highly recommend this property. The owners take the extra steps to make the stay memorable!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Visiting Grandma
Guest: Kelly
(Calgary, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10
Review Submitted: 09/21/10
We just had a baby and came to Victoria to visit with grandma. Her place was too small for the 3 of us, so we decided to rent a condo for the week. This condo was prefect for us, walking distance to everywhere we needed to be, we were even provided with a loaf of bread, milk and fresh fruit to get us started. Trish and Steve were really great to deal with and I highly recommend this condo to anyone visiting Victoria.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+.
THE place to stay in Victoria
Guest: Susan L.
(Dover, DE, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/26/10
Review Submitted: 09/11/10
You can stop looking and book your Victoria stay here. I consider myself a fairly seasoned traveler and have never stayed anywhere better. Incredible hosts - they even had milk and bread in the refrigerator and fresh fruit on the table when we arrived. I asked about wireless internet for my itouch and they installed it for us! Full size washer/dryer right in condo was great. Exercise room/ pool table room with entertainment area on first floor was free to access. Very safe/secure and perfect "home base" location. City Bus to Butchart Gardens across the street (the bus system is amazing and inexpensive). Thank you Steve and Trish for a dream vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
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Guest: Tammy
(Columbus, MS)
Date of Stay: 07/23/10
Review Submitted: 08/06/10
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this incredibly well- furnished and conveniently located suite. We only wish we could've stayed longer. Steve and Trish were very accommodating and took time to make sure we knew of places to dine, visit and which tours to take. It was overall an excellent experience. Victoria was beautiful and we hope to visit again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
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