Saanich West
Victoria
Visit Saanich West
Popular places to visit
University of Victoria
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Victoria during your stay in Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Fisherman's Wharf Marina
Come to this working harbor to see its colorful floating houses, go on a kayaking trip or a wildlife-spotting cruise and enjoy a meal of fresh seafood on the docks.
Royal BC Museum
Learn about the region’s human and natural history, visit some of the oldest buildings in the province and see a special collection of totem poles.
Government Street
This central street attracts the crowds with its museums and galleries, historical architecture, shopping districts and Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
Catch an event at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre during your trip to Victoria. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
British Columbia Parliament Building
Visit the legislative headquarters of British Columbia to admire neo-baroque architecture and murals depicting scenes from the province’s history.
Things to do
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Day Trip from Vancouver to Victoria + Butchart Gardens Admission
Royal BC Museum Admission Ticket
Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour
Top hotels in Saanich West
Fairmont Empress
"Location was everything about the empress. Great food at the hotel and near with walkable access to the heart of Victoria. Highly recommend renting a car as a lot of cool castles and beaches are close drives away. The garden was fantastic and live music and salmon at the hotel restaurant was great ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Huntingdon Hotel and Suites
"Breakfast included was good."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Red Lion Inn and Suites
"The Red Lion is a consistent, clean, and affordable stay, but don’t expect luxury. A nice treat was the V-Lounge bar with lots of pool tables and cheap drinks. The Jade Fountain offers tasty and authentic Chinese food. The “balcony” of our upgraded room was subterranean and had unsightly exposed ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
"Lovely stay, convenient location, beautiful hotel. We did not have a chance to have dinner at the hotel but would recommend a stay at Chateau Victoria. Vallet parking was great and staff very knowledgeable and friendly."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Arbutus Inn
"Super clean location. Very cozy. Staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely be staying here again. I highly recommend."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
"Lovely hotel, the staff are very pleasant and professional. Beautiful scenery and tasty restaurants to eat at."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saanich West
Gorge -Tillicum Area
If you're spending some time in Gorge -Tillicum Area, SilverCity Victoria Cinemas and Craigflower Schoolhouse are top sights worth seeing.
Saanich Core
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saanich Core and surrounding area, you can visit Uptown Center and MayFair Shopping Centre.
Burnside
Burnside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Galloping Goose Trail and MayFair Shopping Centre while in the area.
Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard
While Hillside - Quadra - Downtown Blanshard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal and Victoria Harbour.
Victoria West
Visitors to Victoria West enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Westside Village Shopping Centre is worth a stop.
Esquimalt
Esquimalt is popular for its colorful gardens, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sooke Salmon Charters or CFB Esquimalt Naval and Militiary Museum.
