Fairmont Empress

Hotel
Accommodating gluten-free
Hotel
Restaurant
This majestic hotel offers a captivating atmosphere with iconic architecture and exquisite interiors. Guests enjoy a serene harbor view setting and the elegant lobby lounge provides a perfect backdrop for a relaxing gluten-free afternoon tea experience with attentive service.
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Accommodating

Some risk of cross-contamination

Trained staff
Checked by Atly
Always inquire directly about health and safety.

Good to know

1

High tea costs $109 plus tax with a formal dress code.

2

The hotel is a 1-2 minute walk from the float plane terminal.

3

Check-in was smooth and rooms were ready early.

721 Government St, Victoria, BC V8W 1W5, Canada
2.4km

People are saying

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We went here for afternoon tea. During our three days, we went to three different places for afternoon tea. This tied for first with another place. It was first for atmosphere by far! It tied for first for the tea, and it tied for first for food (first for regular, second for gluten-free). Service was first by a long way!
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This was a bucket list trip. I can't say enough about how amazing the food was. They take gluten free very serious. I honestly didn't want to go back to America because they haven't figured it out like the Empress has. I'm so impressed. Can't wait to go back. Best tea service! What a beautiful experience. We really just stayed at the hotel for all of our meals. I love it there.

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