Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort is a large harbourfront hotel on the Songhees side of Victoria's harbour, facing the Inner Harbour across the water. Its great advantage is the outlook: from many rooms you look straight over to the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Empress, especially pretty when they are lit at night. It also offers more facilities than most Victoria hotels, including a pool and spa, so it suits visitors who like a resort-style stay with the sights still in walking distance, and families who need something to do on a wet afternoon.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on the west side of the harbour, and the Inner Harbour is reached on foot across the Johnson Street Bridge or along the waterfront path in roughly fifteen minutes. Small harbour ferries also cross the water in season, which is an enjoyable shortcut and a mini sightseeing trip in itself.
Old Town, Chinatown, the Royal BC Museum and the whale-watching docks are all within a reasonable walk or a short taxi ride. The waterfront walkway outside the hotel is lovely at sunrise and sunset, and Fisherman's Wharf is also within reach by foot or ferry.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are spacious and modern, with harbour-view categories commanding a higher rate and giving you the best of the city skyline. The hotel is known for its pool, spa and fitness facilities and for dining on site, which make it a comfortable base in any weather.
Details such as pool hours, spa treatments and resort fees change, so check when you book what is included and what costs extra. If the view matters, reserve a harbour-facing room on a higher floor and confirm it, as lower-priced categories may overlook the city or the courtyard.
Who it suits
Families, couples, groups and travellers who want a mix of sightseeing and relaxation. It also works for business travellers and for visitors arriving by the Victoria Clipper or seaplane, since the harbour is close. Good to know: parking and resort-style charges can add to the headline rate, so compare the full price with that of hotels on the Inner Harbour side, and consider whether you value the pool and views more than a shorter walk.
Rates are highest in July and August and during major events, and they soften considerably in the cooler months. If you are travelling with a car, the on-site parking is a convenience, though it costs extra. Combine your stay with a morning at the Royal BC Museum, an afternoon in Beacon Hill Park and an evening harbour walk to see the buildings lit up across the water.
Why stay here
- ✓Harbourfront resort-style hotel
- ✓Views toward the Inner Harbour
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Spa and fitness facilities
- ✓On-site dining
- ✓Waterfront walking path
- ✓Harbour ferry nearby in season
- ✓Walk to Old Town via the bridge
Good questions
Is the Delta Ocean Pointe close to the Inner Harbour?+
It faces the Inner Harbour across the water. The walk takes roughly fifteen minutes by the bridge or waterfront path, and small ferries cross in season.
Does it have a pool and spa?+
Yes, it is known for its pool and spa facilities. Check current hours and any extra charges when you book.
Is it good for families?+
Yes. The pool, space and facilities help on wet days. Ask about family room layouts and parking costs.
