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Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city

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Master bedroom
Dining for four
Exterior of the Era building
Second bedroom
Walk in shower for main bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Victoria, BC
  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Victoria Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base)
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city

Please note that effective May 1, 2024, the BC Government has made the minimum stay for rentals in British Columbia 90 days. If you see the option to book a stay for less than this time, please note that certain platforms display this way to show the breakdown of the monthly rate for this property.

Also, note that the rates you are seeing are based on minimum stay requirements, but we also have rates available for varying lengths of stay. Send us a message via Checkedinvictoria and we will get back to you with rates based on your desired length of stay and details.

For exact location please search the address: 728 Yates Street, Victoria, B.C.

The building was completed in April 2015 so everything is shiny and new. City Centre has a lovely 800-square-foot floor plan with a patio to sit and enjoy the sights and sounds of Victoria and a bonus view of the mountains from almost every window. It is a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom unit with queen beds in each bedroom. Large sitting area for visiting or watching TV. Open concept kitchen lets you chat and prepare your favorites. There are stainless appliances and high-end finishing throughout.

City Center is within walking distance of all the major and minor downtown attractions. Just a few blocks from the Inner Harbour and a few more to the Parliament Buildings and the Royal BC Museum. Restaurants and shopping are also just out your front door. There is also a lovely common area that has an inside and outside component. Take down your coffee and newspaper and enjoy the gas fireplaces while you do some excellent people-watching!

Parking: Parking is included in the monthly rental at no additional cost. Most parking spots are made for a standard-size vehicle, so if you have a non-standard vehicle, please let us know to ensure parking will suit your vehicle.

Cleaning: There is a one-time cleaning fee of $375 that will be added at the time of booking. After every 30 days, there is a 3-hour mid-stay cleaning that will be added to each monthly invoice for $150.00. We also offer bi-weekly or weekly cleaning which can also be arranged on an hourly basis based on your needs.

We hope your stay is so great you come back and see us next time! If this unit is booked, check out our other units and hopefully, we can find something for you. Don't forget that we are a Canadian company, and you may be seeing our rates converted to USD. On the last page before you confirm you can see the cost breakdown and it will show you both Canadian and USD rates. We accept direct payments with all the major credit cards except for Amex.

Important notes:
Please note: All our properties have a $500 bylaw fine for smoking within the unit and the building. This includes vaping and marijuana.

There will be important check-in details sent to you from Checked in Victoria Vacations before arrival requesting your access preference, then 7 days before arrival, you will be sent detailed information on your property.

Cancellation policy:
We never know when something may happen, so we always recommend you purchase trip cancellation insurance. Once you confirm your reservation it is still refundable less a $175 administrative fee up until you are 30 days before travel. Once you are within 30 days of travel your reservation becomes 100% nonrefundable. If you are booking a multi-month stay, there will be no administrative fee for changes, and note that you will be required to give 30-day notice of your departure date in writing.

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Property manager

CheckedIn Victoria Vacations

Languages

English, French, Slovenian, Spanish, Turkish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking
Minimum age to rent is 25
Pets are not allowed

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Victoria

Located in Downtown Victoria, a neighbourhood in Victoria, this condo is near the airport and near the beach. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Government Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Butchart Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Victoria, BC

What's nearby

  • Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal BC Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • British Columbia Parliament Building - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Victoria Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, BC (YWH-Victoria Inner Harbour Seaplane Base) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacofino - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Peacock Billiards - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vicious Poodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sparkling gem and brand new condo in the heart of the city located?

This family-friendly Victoria condo building is located near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Lower Johnson Street and Government Street. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing location

Beautiful home and walking distance to almost everything. Was very clean and liked the secure parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

RUVIM F.

Great modern apartment with very flexible host

Close to everything, very modern and secure
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Super location. Easy access to the flat. Parking was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

leigh m., Calgary AB

Snug as a bug!

Beds are super comfortable, we really enjoyed all the amenities this cozy condo had to offer:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Comfort in middle of city

Beautifully decorated condo with all needed for fun vacation. Centrally located to DT, eateries, shops; comfortable abode with nice tub to sink in at end of day; and wonderful manager who is extremely kind and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paulina Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip!

Excellent location and very well appointed. Loved the small terrace. Enjoyed being able to walk to great coffee and breakfast shops. So many good eating establishments within easy walking distance. We had planned outings for each day and were always able to walk to meeting place - Buchart Gsrdens, whale watching, food tour and high tea. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location soft bed.

Only complaint would be the bed was very soft. Not great for someone like me with back and hip issues. Everything else was incredible. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Clean, new unit. Excellent customer service.

The meet and greet was timely and friendly. Nice unit, clean but the bedrooms are on the small side. Also, be ready for a very firm mattress. Location was central, easy walk to everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Property was nice, only issue was no a/c but we had unusually warm weather for that time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

Great Central Location

We loved the location of this unit! Easy walking to shopping, food, and the harbor. We felt safe walking to and from (it is a secured building), although occasionally we would encounter a "local" sleeping by the outside doors. The unit itself was small...the queen sized beds filled the bedrooms, but it was very comfortable! There were two couples, and we stayed for 3 days, and this was more than adequate. The beds were comfortable, and the large windows made the unit seem spacious! Very, very cute!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth D.

Beautiful apartment in a beautiful building!

The apartment was very beautiful, wonderfully decorated, clean, and brand new. The finishes were excellent. The beds were very comfortable and the bedrooms had block out blinds which were great in the long summer days. The building was very secure and located in walking distance of pretty much everything the city has to offer. There is a beautiful cafe next door offering lovely pastries, deli items and coffee. We were well taken care of by Deidre who checked in with us before arriving in case we had any questions. We loved it there and would stay again!

8/10 Good

John W.

Fine place to stay in a very walkable

Unit was well located in a newer building for a visit in a wonderfully walkable Victoria. The unit was more than adequate in most respects. The bedrooms were small and tended to be over furnished but the beds were comfortable. Comfortable seating was definitely lacking. Other than dinette or balcony chairs, the only seating was the couch part of a sofa bed. Replacing the sofa bed with two comfortable chairs is highly recommended. It was warm during our stay and we needed the windows open. The result was significant city noise in our fifth floor unit. Overall, a pleasant stay
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Keji B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort Plus

The unit and the whole building is extremely clean and well maintained. Well stocked unit. Beds are very comfortable. Even though we are right downtown the unit itself is very quiet. Speaking of downtown the unit is in a perfect location to all amenities. Deirdre, our welcoming guide, was very accommodating. She checked in with us on a regular basis and even asked if all was well during the Covid-19 quarantine. We could not ask for a better receptionist. Thank you. Even though we had to return home early due to the virus issues we left with positive memories of our experience. We would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay, but unhappy with $155 cleaning fee plus chore list

This is a great quiet little condo, in walking distance shopping, waterfront, etc. Overall clean unit, but the clothes washer has mold on the rubber gasket. It needs attention. The chores list included taking out garbage, recycling, and compost and starting a load of laundry on departure in addition to things I would normally expect (cleaning coffee maker filter and starting dishwasher--thats pretty standard stuff at other units I have stayed at). I would have appreciated being offered a discounted cleaning fee if you are expecting me to add laundry and garbage removal.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!

Great location! We were walking distance to everything in downtown Victoria. Suite was very accommodating and had everything we needed. Security of building was excellent. We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worth it!

The property was in a central location downtown - everything was in walking distance! The suite was very well maintained and checking in / checking out was very easy. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rita M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location! Easy walk to everything. Condo was a bit tight but we expected it to be based on the listing pictures. We definitely enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not exactly as presented

CheckedInnVictoria changed actual unit a few months before visit. New apt photos presented 2bedrooms. 2nd was really a den with permanently deployed murphy bed not a real bed. Small storage closet inaccessible as a result. There were holes in the bedding and some dishcloths. Location was excellent and it was well equipped for food prep.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Victoria in May

Property is great - very centrally located to everything - easy to walk anywhere. Property is exactly as described - manager met us for check-in - we had regular communication leading up to unit being available (we had asked for early check-in) so that was great. Kitchen fully equipped; beds very comfortable. Would suggest trying to add one extra chair in the sitting area so everyone (if more than 2 people) aren't all on the sofa. It would take some rejigging but think that would be valuable if you have more people in the condo. Otherwise, don't hesitate to book. You'll be very happy!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It could use a colander

All was good except someone was supposed to meet us to get the key back but no one showed up and so I went back up and gave it to the cleaners.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

I was met at check in, given an orientation of the building and general overview of shops and markets in the neighbourhood. Heather and Tim were very helpful, if I needed anything they were very accommodating. The location was very suitable, I was able to walk most of the places I wanted to see. I nightly recommend it..
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carman M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five out of five rating.

The only suggestion would be to replace/upgrade the master bed with a better mattress and take away the footboard to allow more room around the bed. Also an additional lounge chair of some sort would be a bonus. Other than that everything about the unit and management excellent.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Marilyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Victoria visit

Great place!!! Just what we were looking for. Easy walk to everything Seagulls very noisy! Partiers at bar across street noisy Friday and Saturday night Thanks so much for a wonderful stay😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coming back

This was our first stay at this condo in this building. We had stayed in this building before but in a different condo! We enjoyed our stay - it was central for us - bank, church, hockey arena, grocery store, Mall and plenty of good restaurants in the area! We have booked for next year (2 months) - what else do we need to say!
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by CheckedIn Victoria Vacations

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Checked in Victoria has been managing vacation rentals in Victoria since 2008. Our background is in travel marketing providing all our guests with a unique hands on approach to each and every guest.

Why they chose this property

Our City Center unit is located in the brand new Era building which sits on Yates street in between Douglas and Blanshard street. The owners purchased this unit new and they love all the high end finishing, location and the local business around really add to the quality of your stay.

What makes this property unique

The City Center unit is in the brand new Era building! This is a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom unit with a lovely sitting and patio area where you can enjoy the city and mountain views.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Slovenian, Turkish