Axel’s take
Spacious Old Town suites deliver character and convenience, but quiet nights aren’t guaranteed.
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Axel’s rating: 8.1/10 · a historic 3-star all-suite hotel above a pub in Old Town
Swans is a historic 3-star all-suite hotel above a pub, and a strong pick for travelers who want apartment-like space rather than polished hotel facilities. Full kitchens, original artwork and individual layouts give it personality. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the roomy accommodation, comfortable beds, cleanliness and helpful staff. Its Old Town location makes exploring Chinatown, restaurants and the waterfront on foot easy.
The main compromise is sleep: pub, street and neighboring-room noise recur in reviews, while guests also report no air-conditioning and uncomfortable summer heat. Furnishings can feel dated, and split-level suites may put stairs between bedroom and bathroom. Parking is paid and off-site. Brewing ended in 2024; the pub remains open. We’d skip it for guaranteed quiet or step-free accommodation without confirming the exact room.
- Rooms
- Spacious, individually arranged suites with full kitchens; some have loft bedrooms and internal stairs.
- Cleanliness
- Consistently positive overall, supported by strong cleanliness ratings across major sites.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful front-desk staff are a recurring strength in recent reviews.
- Amenities
- Kitchens, free Wi-Fi, laundry and an attached pub; in-house brewing has ended.
- Fees and surprises
- No hotel parking; nearby parking costs extra. Official FAQs allow dogs in designated rooms for a fee, despite conflicting booking-site listings.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · bc.thegrowler.ca. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
506 Pandora Ave., Victoria
Walkable Old Town base beside Chinatown, with restaurants and waterfront nearby.
Amenities and check-in
Kitchens, free Wi-Fi, laundry and an attached pub; in-house brewing has ended.
Check-in
after 4:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Babysitting and childcare
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Airport transportation
- Pets Not Allowed
- Laundry (extra charge)
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Swans Brewery, Pub and Hotel — Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Swans Brewery, Pub and Hotel is a historic 3-star all-suite hotel above a pub in Old Town in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Address: 506 Pandora Ave., Victoria. Property ID: 1066677.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/victoria-british-columbia/swans-brewery-pub-and-hotel-1066677
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $286 | $312 on Booking.com | $26 less (8%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $353 USD
2026-11-23 to 2026-11-26 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-04 | $117 for 1 night · 2 nights $239 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-05 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $271 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-06 | $149 for 1 night · 2 nights $296 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $147 for 1 night · 2 nights $279 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $132 for 1 night · 2 nights $252 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $120 for 1 night · 2 nights $246 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $126 for 1 night · 2 nights $251 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $125 for 1 night · 2 nights $242 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $117 for 1 night · 2 nights $266 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $149 for 1 night · 2 nights $293 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $144 for 1 night · 2 nights $266 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $244 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $244 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $239 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $117 for 1 night · 2 nights $239 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $122 for 1 night · 2 nights $262 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $140 for 1 night · 2 nights $282 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $142 for 1 night · 2 nights $265 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $123 for 1 night · 2 nights $241 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $118 for 1 night · 2 nights $236 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $118 for 1 night · 2 nights $235 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $117 for 1 night · 2 nights $260 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $143 for 1 night · 2 nights $305 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $162 for 1 night · 2 nights $323 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $161 for 1 night · 2 nights $278 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $117 for 1 night · 2 nights $240 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $123 for 1 night · 2 nights $248 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $125 for 1 night · 2 nights $253 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $128 for 1 night · 2 nights $253 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $125 for 1 night · 2 nights $274 · up to 14 nights priced |
#5 of 6 hotels in Old Town & Chinatown by Axel's take. Old Town & Chinatown is #1 of 5 places to stay in Victoria, British Columbia. The best hotels in Old Town & Chinatown, ranked · Where to stay in Victoria, British Columbia
Axel's take: 8.1/10
Spacious Old Town suites deliver character and convenience, but quiet nights aren’t guaranteed. a historic 3-star all-suite hotel above a pub in Old Town, scored for what it is.
Swans is a historic 3-star all-suite hotel above a pub, and a strong pick for travelers who want apartment-like space rather than polished hotel facilities. Full kitchens, original artwork and individual layouts give it personality. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the roomy accommodation, comfortable beds, cleanliness and helpful staff. Its Old Town location makes exploring Chinatown, restaurants and the waterfront on foot easy.
The main compromise is sleep: pub, street and neighboring-room noise recur in reviews, while guests also report no air-conditioning and uncomfortable summer heat. Furnishings can feel dated, and split-level suites may put stairs between bedroom and bathroom. Parking is paid and off-site. Brewing ended in 2024; the pub remains open. We’d skip it for guaranteed quiet or step-free accommodation without confirming the exact room.
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Best for: travelers exploring Victoria on foot; families wanting kitchens and extra space; couples who like heritage character
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Watch out for: pub noise and limited sound insulation; no air-conditioning; stairs within some suites
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Location: Walkable Old Town base beside Chinatown, with restaurants and waterfront nearby.
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Rooms: Spacious, individually arranged suites with full kitchens; some have loft bedrooms and internal stairs.
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Cleanliness: Consistently positive overall, supported by strong cleanliness ratings across major sites.
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Service: Friendly, helpful front-desk staff are a recurring strength in recent reviews.
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Amenities: Kitchens, free Wi-Fi, laundry and an attached pub; in-house brewing has ended.
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Fees and surprises: No hotel parking; nearby parking costs extra. Official FAQs allow dogs in designated rooms for a fee, despite conflicting booking-site listings.
Axel's opinion of Swans Brewery, Pub and Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · bc.thegrowler.ca. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About Swans Brewery, Pub and Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 3-star hotel
- 506 Pandora Ave., Victoria
- Amenities: Babysitting and childcare, Restaurant, Bar, Airport transportation, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi
- Check-in from: 16:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Victoria, British Columbia
Room types
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Source: ETG room descriptions.
1 Bedroom Suite
- Bedrooms: 1
- Room features: Fridge
- 1 Bedroom Suite — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Suite — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Suite — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Suite
- Bedrooms: 2
- Room features: Fridge
- 2 Bedrooms Suite — room photo 1
- 2 Bedrooms Suite — room photo 2
- 2 Bedrooms Suite — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Loft
Double Studio (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double Studio (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Studio (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Studio (full double bed) — room photo 3
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