Christmas Magic at The Butchart Gardens with Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites and Ferry
Available December 1 to 31, 2024. Enjoy the magic of Christmas in Victoria. Every Christmas, The Butchart Gardens are decorated with over one million twinkling lights in splendid displays throughout the 55-acre property.
Chateau Victoria is in the heart of downtown Victoria. Its Authentically Local style of service coupled with its location in the center of the city's vibrant core provide a memorable experience of Victoria and all it has to offer from theatre, music, attractions, shopping, restaurants and pubs. A complimentary shuttle for walk-on passengers and free parking for drive-on passengers makes the choice easy for those wanting a downtown hotel located in the heart of the city. The hotel features newly renovated traditional rooms and spacious suites; perfect for families or people just looking for extra space.
Take advantage of Clive's Classic Lounge, located on the lobby level, or the full-service restaurant, Vista 18, Victoria's only roof-top view restaurant. There is also a fitness room, pool and hot tub, and guest bike storage on site.
Please Note: Overnight Christmas Magic packages are only bookable over the phone. Please call 877-386-2202 to book.
Package Includes
- Round trip, walk-on ferry tickets.
- A room at Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites.
- A $25 CAD food and beverage credit per room, per stay to use in either Vista 18 Restaurant & Lounge or Clive’s Classic Lounge.
*Upon check in, you will receive a $25.00 food & beverage credit, per night, per room, from the front desk to use in either Vista 18 Restaurant & Lounge or Clive’s Classic Lounge. Please visit Vista 18's website and Clives' website for current hours.
- Round trip shuttle bus transportation from downtown Victoria to The Butchart Gardens.
- Admission to The Butchart Gardens.
Important Shuttle Information
Depart from Fairmont Empress: 4:00pm (only running Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and 6:00pm (running daily)
Depart from The Butchart Gardens: 7:00pm (only running Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and 9:00pm (running daily)
Please Note: You MUST reserve a shuttle time for Christmas Magic. If you reserve the 4:00pm shuttle, you must return on the 7:00pm shuttle from The Butchart Gardens. If you reserve the 6:00pm shuttle, you must return on the 9:00pm shuttle. The 4:00pm shuttle ONLY departs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The 6:00pm shuttle departs daily.
The shuttle departs from in front of the Fairmont Empress. Please check in at the kiosk 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. Your ticket is valid for use once in each direction.
The pet fee is $25.00 per dog per night plus taxes. Dogs only, two dogs per room maximum.
Parking:
Parking is free for one vehicle per room. Each additional vehicle is $15 per night.
hotel rooms
Christmas Magic: Traditional Room 1 King Bed
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 2
Traditional rooms are located on the 2nd through 4th floors. These stylish rooms offer 1 king bed with down duvets and high thread count linens. Updated bathrooms feature granite counter tops and Crabtree & Evelyn bath amenities.
Maximum occupancy for this room is 2 people.
Christmas Magic: Traditional Room 2 Queen Beds
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 4
Traditional rooms are located on the 2nd through 4th floors. These stylish rooms offer 2 queen beds with down duvets and high thread count linens. Updated bathrooms feature granite counter tops and Crabtree & Evelyn bath amenities.
Maximum occupancy for this room is 4 people.
Christmas Magic: One Bedroom Suite 1 King Bed
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 2
Spacious and tastefully furnished One Bedroom Suites are located on the 6th through 15th floors. With 1 king bed, these suites have separate sitting areas and walk-out balconies. Ideal for those who need more room that the traditional rooms provide.
Maximum occupancy for this room is 2 people.
Christmas Magic: One Bedroom Suite 2 Queen Beds
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 4
Spacious and tastefully furnished One Bedroom Suites are located on the 6th through 15th floors. With 2 queen beds, these suites have separate sitting areas and walk-out balconies. Ideal for families who need more room that the traditional rooms provide, or for people traveling together who prefer separate sleeping spaces.
Maximum occupancy for this room is 4 people.