Centrally located at the "Abacus" building in Oldtown Victoria, get the full experience of living like a local. Our peaceful studio is the perfect landing pad for your business or a relaxing getaway. Suitable for couples or single travelers. The sofa bed converts to a second bed & is best suited for a single person or 2 smaller humans. Car not needed to experience Victoria's highlights. With a high walking score, all of the best attractions, restaurants, brewpubs & high street shopping nearby.
The second bed is a sofa bed, suitable for 1 person.

AirLobby:
I’ve partnered with local guest support service, AirLobby! Located on 556B Pandora Avenue, they’ve been brilliant with all of my guests in helping them make the most of their time in Victoria. They offer luggage storage, bicycle storage and are on hand should you need any advice, tips, or local information!

Cleaning Fee:
We understand cleaning fees often look a little daunting to guests and so we wanted to give a brief explanation of where your money goes. Amala Vacation Rental Solutions do a fantastic job of taking care of all of our laundry and housekeeping needs, keeping our units ship shape and looking perfect. Here are the key reasons Amala is our preferred cleaning partner:

- For guests with allergies or simply those who are tired of walking into an Airbnb which smells like a public swimming pool, Amala uses all natural, environmentally friendly cleaning products without all those nasty chemicals.

- Piece of mind for our guests! You can be assured all of our units are professionally cleaned and guests can look forward to clean, fresh linen, bedding, and towels every time.

- Guests can feel satisfied knowing Amala provides a living wage for hard working local people who do a fantastic job.
Our AirLobby that cares for all of our guests' needs is located across the street at 556B Pandora Ave. If you have any questions during your stay, please feel free to message us or stop by our location from 9 am-7 pm. We handle everything from bag storage to tips about the city!

Our suite is professionally cared for by Amala Vacation Rental Solutions team of turnover specialists. Their commitment to clean includes enhanced sanitation protocols & procedures, ensuring your stay is as idyllic as the photos shown in this listing.
All the best of what Victoria has to offer is within walking distance of this centrally located loft.

Most of the truly noteworthy restaurants (like Il Terrazzo, Cafe Mexico, Famoso & Virtuous Pie ) and coffee shops (like Hey Happy, Habit & Bean Around the World) are at your doorstep. If it's a bevy your after check outThe Drake, Whistle Buoy & Swans.

When you feel the need to walk off the extra calories, government street shops, Canada's oldest Chinatown, and the Songhees walking path are all seconds away.

You really couldn't ask for a better location. It is why we choose to spend our time working, living, and loving this neighborhood.
Victoria is a very walkable city. That's one of the things that makes it such a desirable destination for travelers. If you do bring a vehicle you have a few options for parking.
1. Street - Costs $4/hr from 8 am - 8 pm Free evenings from 8 pm - 8 am
2. Parking lot next door - $5/hr or $14 daily until 6 pm. Additional evening rates apply. Most guests move on to the street for the evening
3. Centennial parkade - 645 Fisgard St. Costs $2/hr up to $14 daily Free evenings from 8 pm - 8 am
Located on the 2nd floor, our studio is ideally set up for a couple or single traveler + accompanying young person. The secondary bed is a sofa bed.

Enjoy a Nespresso any time of day. If it's a specialty coffee you're after, pop over to Habit Coffee. They make an incredible Cortado & Oat Milk Latte.

The kitchen has all the cooking comforts of home. Open kitchen to move comfortably in with ceramic stovetop and a large oven. Microwave above the cooktop for quick convenience. If it's a meal out you're after, in just a few short steps you will have your pick of Indian, Dumplings, Mexican, Korean or Italian. Victoria is a foodies paradise.

A designated working area with printer, comfortable leather chair and live edge desk bring extra style to this space.

Any time of day, enjoy a soak in the tub. For an enhanced experience turn the lights down, sprinkle in some rose & lavender Epsom salts, and put on your favourite wind-down music. Ahhhhhh

Open living room, with large TV for entertainment. Access to Netflix and Disney.

For optimal sleep, close both the blinds and curtains; if you're a light sleeper or sensitive to noise please help yourself to earplugs.

Private patio off the bedroom - small bistro table & chairs

In-suite laundry - large washer/dryer. Iron & Ironing board are in the closet off the dining room.

The gym & community lounge is located on the main level. Use your FOB to unlock the main floor door and head to the left.

There is also private bike storage that is available. Inquire for details.

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For those attractions that aren't so close:

- Victoria Harbour Water Taxis: Hop on and off at numerous points around the city's historic harbour. Be sure to check out the pickle boat ballet in the summer months.

- Parking:  There is NO parking available in the building. The best recommendation are to park at Centennial Parkade on Fisgard St. $14 daily and free evenings and Sundays. Quick 3-5 minute walk to the Abacus. Alternatively, parking on the street is $3-4/hr and is free from 8 pm - 8 am.

 - Transit: The public bus system will take you from the BC Ferries Schwartz Bay terminal to within 5 minutes walking distance of our place. Get bus #70 from the ferry terminal and get off at the 'Douglas and Cormorant' stop. Walk 5 minutes west down Pandora Ave to the 595 Pandora building.

- Victoria Airport: No bus services here, so best to get to and from via taxi or shuttle bus.

- Cycling - The 595 Pandora building is right near the Galloping Goose bicycle trail. At 60 km (36 miles) long, it connects downtown Victoria to Sooke. The trail is incredibly scenic, with access to many beautiful sites like Matheson Lake Park, East Sooke Park, Spirit Bay Park, Sooke Potholes Park, etc.
Bicycles can be rented at numerous locations nearby, such as MEC, North 48, Ride the Glide (for electric bicycles), etc.