Property amenity

Reviews of HOV B&B House -Hospitality Ocean view Victoria-

3 out of 5

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 67 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this B&B. The property was very clean and with amazing views. Our room had its own little patio that we could sit to enjoy the view. The location was great for us as we were attending a wedding at Hatley castle. The owners were lovely and accommodating. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean, quiet, convenient, friendly host, price
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent house and area but it is too far from downtown Victoria which is the only down thing about.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful 3 day stay at this quaint B&B this month. Having a delicious home-cooked breakfast everyday looking out at the ocean was incredible. My room was sharing a bathroom with another room- there was never an issue of waiting and the bathroom was always immaculate. On my last day I was leaving early in the morning before breakfast and the hosts sent me off with a homemade sandwich to take with me. I can’t say enough good things about this property- I am looking forward to coming back here next time I’m in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, friendly hosts, gorgeous view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money.
Clean, cozy and the hosts were incredibly kind and attentive. Breakfast was amazing. These people really care.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view was beautiful both facing east as the sun rose and in the evening with the city lights shining. Appreciate being able to make coffee when I wanted. One small thing....a darkening curtain would be nice because the sun is so bright at 5:30AM. But would defiitely go back to this beautiful facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, the house is gorgeous and the view is incredible! our hosts were amazing and so gracious and I fell in love with Ellis they’re lovely little dog, our daily breakfast was delicious. We could not have asked for a better experience!! I would highly recommend this beautiful B&B 💙
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, very clean, and comfortable beds. Nice sitting area to take in the view. Curtain instead of door on bathroom and no sound proofing in the walls so noise comes in from other rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ted and his wife were super friendly. The breakfasts were fantastic and the view was to die for. Highly recommended would come again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
View from room is wonderful. Their address 'Victoria' is wrong - could say Greater Victoria, near Victoria or actual county name. My GPS said 'no such address in Victoria' hence took sometime to find the place. They also could provide a pitcher of water & a cup in room for convenience - no cup/mug in washroom either.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Because I was working early and could not attend breakfast the host was kind enough to put a sandwich together for me before I left at 6 am
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hosts and location overlooking the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from the balcony was STUNNING! This was my first time staying in a B&B like this, I booked very last minute so I was a little confused with the checking in process but the owners kindly explained everything on the phone and gave me directions. Their house was very clean with lots of amenities which was so helpful; I did have a shared bathroom which is the first time I’ve used one but it was kept very clean and I was happy with this!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leya

Business traveller
Great place, great food, amazing view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anzhelika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very quiet place. Extremely clean. The breakfast is tasty. Great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i really the ambiance and specially the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Qing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, great view, clean room and the landowner is very friendly! Very pleasant staying experience! If the breakfast is not the same every morning it would be even better 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Sondra, Brookings

Disliked: Staff & service
I had a reservation for 4 nights in mid-August 2022. Injured my back the week before, in hospital, could not go. Orbitz tried to reach them for 4 days to request a cancellation/refund, (called repeatedly, left multiple messages) but they never replied. When the place sent their auto-reminder that I was checking in the next day, I replied that I was unable to come, and Orbitz had sent them multiple messages. They claimed they never received calls or messages, even though I have copies of the emails Orbitz sent. They refused to refund and sent a nasty note back. . If they had replied to Orbitz when first called, there was plenty of time to re-book in this busy end-of-summer vacation time. Never saw the property, so I gave them neutral reviews on everything else.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable bed. Older house very basic not modern. disposable glasses in room. Tv too small to read guide. Had to wear host provided slippers in the house . Breakfast was very nice. The same both days. Parking a bit challenging , hillside property. View fantastc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

keith

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Views!!
The views are spectacular! Wonderful quiet inn convenient to Victoria and nearby towns.
Views from the room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Ron

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean view
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice. Beautiful view. Owners very polite. Breakfast good but owners did not inquire about allergies prior to preparing meal but once advised tried to accomodate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Soheila

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was kept very Clean & peaceful, service was Great, Amazing view of sunrise ! I don’t mind staying there on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Lorena

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No in suite bathroom, nobody in the property to help with check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ocean view peaceful and relaxing.
Super quiet. Great water view. Super delicious breakfast. Shower so-so.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a B&B. Do Not book here if you expect romance.
This was a residential home that takes long term boarders on the first floor & so-called b&b guests in the basement. There are no restaurants, convenience stores or services nearby. We arrived at the front door & were told to enter the basement door into the garage instead. The owner met us there and directed us to remove our shoes & offered us previously worn dirty slippers to wear into the basement. There were 5 rooms. Our room used a bathroom out in the hall. We were not allowed upstairs in the living areas or the sundeck. We had 2 chairs outside our room in the backyard. The basement, our room and our bath were very cold. The thermostat was not working in the bedroom and bath. Finally they fixed it but it took 1 day to get it so the room temperature was comfortable. The bath had a space heater that only worked occasionally. The shower had a 12 inch step up and no handrail to assist nor any nonslip mat. The soap was used & had hair on it. Plus there were flying bugs all over. We were scheduled four a four night stay. Since our room was cold all night, we requested to cancel the next day as my wife was getting sick. We were refused any sort of refund because they stated we got a discount. Breakfast was at 8 to 8:30, no exceptions. It was placed on table before we got there. Same fair was served all 4 days: 1 cold freid egg, cold sauteed veg & sm fruit. Cold bread. Rancid butter & dried out jelly pks. Hosts did not interact. Room/bath not serviced thru stay. Worst ever stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from Ted on 17 May,2022
Your God bless you...

10/10 Excellent

Stella Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home incredible views. Amazing breakfasts. I would highly reccomend this BnB
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Ted on 3 Oct,2021
You made an unconditional reservation without considering all conditions such as location and distance, and on the day of check-in, knowing that you are not in downtown, you are very sorry that you gave a malicious evaluation without visiting or calling. We always come and tell you in advance what to consider about the location, but I would like you to come and see it in person and then give an evaluation. If you tell me what you lack compared to your house, I will refer to it.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent B&B
Great view and location for guest have car. Excellent in cleanliness. I love their meals service. Nice kitchen with all the utensils. Free coffee and tea. They serve breakfast too! I definitely will stay in this B&B again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Lauren on 25 Aug,2021
Thank you for sharing your precious memories and relaxing time here. Stay healthy with your family and look forward to seeing you again. Thank you very much Betsy~~😘

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience!! The view is magnificent and the hosts are a beautiful couple who kindly look after you and guide you through everything. So grateful for everything they did for me. Staying at this beautiful place was a life altering experience for me! I left the place as a completely different person. Must go and enjoy the stay at this unique location if you love peace and solitude like me!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Ted on 25 Aug,2021
It feels rewarding to be able to spend a pleasant and happy time with us. Thank you very much and we look forward to seeing you again next time you come to Victoria. Hope you continue to have happy times.

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Deceiving advertisement. Bathrooms were shared as opposed to what the ad said “ private bathroom facility”. Highly irresponsible in times of COVID
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Angry Owner on 9 Aug,2021
Sorry for making this happen. However, even though we were informed about the share bathroom before check-in, we resolved all your complaints amicably, and even though we promised to refund you in full if you are not satisfied, writing such a malicious review as people who left after leaving everything satisfied until the end is your travel experience. purpose is questionable. It feels like we, who did our best, have been betrayed by low-level people like you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

BCtourist1864

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The owner kicked me out in the wet/cold weather because I had a cold. I had to find a considerably more expensive place to stay at the last minute with a dying phone. He did not help me out at all in trying to find a new place at the last minute.. Miserable, miserable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No tv in the room. However very private and clean .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sep, Victoria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite cold place!!! But the owners was extremely friendly and the areas were really clean! I also ordered a dinner and it was really good. Their breakfasts were superb!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Deryck

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only having to share bathroom. We paid extra to upgradd room. Quite a long way out from Victoria but nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the wonderful Korean resident hosts. maybe being out on a covered exterior patio would complement the view. like you see in those adds about Provence and Italy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

j, Phoenix AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, the breakfast is great, everything is clean. The bathrooms are shared though.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Kundi, Sunshine Coast

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed uncomfortable! No insulation to noises. Couldn’t wait to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Ted on 10 Sept,2019
You said that if you booked a single room alone and two people would stay, there was a surcharge for the extra person according to the policy, but you did not agree and talked about the service complaint even before you arrived without thinking about your dispute. So we told Expedia Customer Center about this and asked us to cancel it if the guest disagrees, and the person in charge acknowledged it. Even after arrival, ㅛyou had no contact with us, and you couldn't go without meals and waste prepared food. The checkout was also nobody knew afterwards, I concede that I would not be charged any additional charges. As you can see from the majority of the guests, we are always doing our best to make them happy. You should be aware of the price and the content posted before you book.

2/10 Terrible

James, Sechelt, Canada

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever slept in, room looked like a youth hostel with the only window near the ceiling with a view of stairs and people walking by at all hours. The communication was poor and the customer service was terrible. Worst experience I’ve had using Expedia for many years.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Ted on 10 Sept,2019
We compared the booked details (single room, 1 ㅁ여ㅣadult) with the actual guest(1 adult and a child) staying for this guest and asked for an understanding in advance, such as an additional fee, by the policy. That's why I asked the Expedia partner center to cooperate beforehand. They had no contact with us during their stay and ignored the our service, forcing them to waste their breakfast without saying a word. Eventually they checked out at their times without paying extra fees. So, I was informed of the surcharge and thanked you for staying at my house. Even though the complaint could be solved by dialogue with us, it is considered a very ungentle act to write this review later. As guests may know, we are always doing our best to respect our customers' intentions, so we live with rewarding and pride.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Ted on 9 Sept,2019
I think this guest would have been uncomfortable because they booked a single room and stayed for two people. In the future, I think you need to check that you meet your wishes before you book. Our house was expensive, there was a room with a view and a bath but this customer may find it difficult to find a place where the price is low, but the demand is that they are looking for a luxury hotel. As guests may know, we are always doing our best to respect our customers' intentions, so we live with rewarding and pride.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019