What is South Oak Bay like?

South Oak Bay is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Oak Bay Marina and Victoria Golf Club as part of your South Oak Bay travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in South Oak Bay?

Based on our traveller data, Oak Bay Beach Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Oak Bay. This resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

How many hotels will I be able to find in South Oak Bay?

Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in South Oak Bay and start exploring everything Oak Bay has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Oak Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in South Oak Bay.

What is there to do around this Oak Bay neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in South Oak Bay, look into Oak Bay Marina and Victoria Golf Club. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Orchard Avenue Beach and Bailey Beach are some other places worth a visit. Victoria Harbour and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are some popular places to visit in the area around South Oak Bay. Side Street Studio and Gonzales Hill Regional Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oak Bay.

Top 10 South Oak Bay Hotels of 2026

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A pool area with lounge chairs and a gazebo, overlooking a body of water and rocky terrain.

1. Oak Bay Beach Hotel

South Oak Bay

Jason

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A building entrance with a glass door, two red lion statues, and a brick facade.

2. Red Lion Inn and Suites

Saanich Core, 6.3 km from South Oak Bay

Kock Kin

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A grand staircase with ornate railings and a floral carpet, leading to a landing with a potted plant.

3. Amethyst Inn at Regents Park

Rockland, 2.6 km from South Oak Bay

Zoey

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A dock with canoes lined up and a flag on a pole.

4. Robin Hood Inn & Suites

Burnside, 6.4 km from South Oak Bay

Colin

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Arbutus Inn

Burnside, 5.4 km from South Oak Bay

Paula

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large, historic building with multiple stories and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and well-maintained gardens.

6. The Craigmyle

Rockland, 2.9 km from South Oak Bay

Valerie

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, patterned carpet, and framed cityscape pictures on the wall.

7. The Vic, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Burnside, 6.5 km from South Oak Bay

Spencer Louis

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with wooden benches, hanging flower baskets, and a glass railing overlooking the interior.

8. Accent Inns Victoria

Saanich Core, 5.9 km from South Oak Bay

Laurie

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the city.

9. Best Western Plus Inner Harbour

Inner Harbour, 5 km from South Oak Bay

Donna

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a sign for 'James Bay Inn' and a 'Lobby' sign.

10. James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

James Bay, 4.6 km from South Oak Bay

Kenny

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

11. Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG

11.2 km from South Oak Bay

Meiling Grace

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A row of colorful buildings with balconies, each adorned with hanging flower baskets.

12. Hotel Zed Victoria

Burnside, 5.8 km from South Oak Bay

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A balcony with a view of a sunset over a body of water, featuring a dining table and chairs.

13. Inn at Laurel Point

Inner Harbour, 5.2 km from South Oak Bay

Amy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown

Burnside, 6.3 km from South Oak Bay

Cheryl

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, wooden cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Victoria - Colwood

12.4 km from South Oak Bay

Matt

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story house with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a front porch.

16. Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast

Fairfield, 3.9 km from South Oak Bay

Kari

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a cityscape and a body of water during sunset.

17. Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

Downtown Victoria, 4.3 km from South Oak Bay

Nicolas

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a glass coffee table.

18. Helms Inn

James Bay, 4.4 km from South Oak Bay

Karstein

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a piano. There are large windows with curtains, a patterned carpet, and a view of the street outside.

19. Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

Downtown Victoria, 4.5 km from South Oak Bay

Aabha

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline in the background, and a view from a balcony with a table and chairs.

20. Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Inner Harbour, 4.9 km from South Oak Bay

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Where to stay in South Oak Bay

Find the best South Oak Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Victoria

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Victoria. Make a stop by Victoria Royal Theatre or Bay Centre while you're exploring the area.

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A marina with boats, a waterfront promenade, and historic buildings.

Inner Harbour

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbour. Make a stop by Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal or Victoria Harbour while you're exploring the area.

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A large, ornate building with a green dome and multiple flags.

James Bay

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of James Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.

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A historic building with a large dome and multiple towers, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a large tree.

Saanich East

If you're spending some time in Saanich East, Cadboro Bay and Cedar Hill Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

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A serene garden with a pond, a stone lantern, and a wooden bridge.

Esquimalt

Travellers come to Esquimalt for its colourful gardens, and you can see top attractions like CFB Esquimalt Naval and Military Museum and Gorge Vale Golf Course while you're in town.

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Top South Oak Bay Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet and clean. Helpful staff. Nice to have discount to adjoining restaurant."

Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The initial room that was assigned to me has a bathroom that really smelled awful. The room attendant agreed with me so I asked the front desk for a room change and they immediately moved me to a cleaner and pleasant smelling room. It left me with an impression that housekeeping doesn’t do a good job with their level of sanitation. But I like this hotel and I will still go back and stay in this hotel. I just hope they’ll improve in this area."

Sandman Hotel Victoria

10/10 Excellent

"I would like to share my experience during our stay at the hotel. I was on vacation with my daughters to celebrate one of their birthdays, and we had such a wonderful time. Katy welcomed us to the hotel and helped us with everything we needed throughout our stay. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and empathetic. You can truly tell that she cares about the guests and takes pride in her work. I would like to sincerely thank Katy for her kindness and for making our stay even more special. She is a very dedicated employee and a wonderful example of how guests should be treated. We truly appreciated everything she did for us!"

Ocean Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great, helpful and kind staff, with a cool vibe here. Incredibly clean for a hostile. The location is great, close to downtown activities and the parking garage. Room was comfy and the bathrooms cleaned regularly. Breakfast is good, with actual food like eggs and blueberries and granola and toast. Would stay again."

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Our top choices for South Oak Bay hotels

1. Oak Bay Beach Hotel

2. Red Lion Inn and Suites

3. Amethyst Inn at Regents Park

4. Robin Hood Inn & Suites

5. Arbutus Inn

6. The Craigmyle

7. The Vic, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8. Accent Inns Victoria

9. Best Western Plus Inner Harbour

10. James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

11. Holiday Inn Victoria Elk Lake by IHG

12. Hotel Zed Victoria

13. Inn at Laurel Point

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Victoria - Colwood

16. Dashwood Manor Seaside Bed & Breakfast

17. Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites

18. Helms Inn

19. Best Western Plus Carlton Plaza Hotel

20. Victoria Regent Waterfront Hotel & Suites

Where to stay in South Oak Bay

Downtown Victoria

Inner Harbour

James Bay

Saanich East

Esquimalt

Top South Oak Bay Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Saanichton, BC - Victoria Airport

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