Marketa's Bed and Breakfast

I stayed two nights at Marketa's B&B in May. I stayed in one of the budget rooms with private bath and this fit my needs perfectly. The bed was comfortable, room was clean and the room had a patio. Unfortunately, it was a bit rainy during my stay so I was not able to take advantage of the patio, but this was a nice perk if it had been sunny. Location was great, only a few blocks from the ferry terminals and easily within walking distance to everything Victoria has to offer. Breakfast is wonderful, best I have had at a B&B. Additionally, met a few lovely people also staying at Marketa's and had good breakfast conversation. Many international travelers staying at Marketa's. All in all I would recommend Marketa's!

Amazing breakfast (tried the smoked salmon bagel with capers, husband had the eggs benedict; both were terrific). Old wonderful house, full of character, wooden trim, old doorknobs, and squeaky wooden floors. Marketa wasn't there during our visit, but her staff was awesome and accommodating (allowed us to use the fridge for our own stuff; also, they accommodated dietary restrictions). Very short walk to parliament buildings and downtown.

Genuine Victorian house. Bed was very uncomfortable (soft and springy) in master suite that we stayed in, but other than that, good. Breakfasts were amazing with lots of fresh fruit and eggs benny done just right!

Friendly, helpful, very nice menu, accommodating.

The house and little patio are beautiful, the staff was friendly and helpful, and breakfast was excellent.

Exactly what I expected for a bed and breakfast in a 100 year old house. Perfect location, approx 2 blocks from the parliament buildings and downtown. Loved passing by all the horse drawn carriages on the walk. I recommend one of the Honeymoon rooms.

My boyfriend and I recently had a great stay at Marketa's while on our two year Anniversary weekend trip to Victoria. The nightly price was one of the best in the area and the location was central to everything we wanted to do. Because of it's great location, we were able to leave the car at the B&B and walk everywhere. only 7 minutes to downtown! Breakfast in the morning looked and tasted amazing. Marketa really goes the extra mile with your meal, decorating it with fruit and supplying a seemingly endless amount of juice, tea, or coffee. Our room was quaint and i loved the decor. It matched the historical vibe of the house perfectly. I've already started recommending this B&B to friends and family. A great choice!

My husband and I couldn’t have chosen a better spot for our impromptu visit to Victoria. We have stayed in B&Bs throughout the UK, Ireland, and the U.S., and what Marketa offers rivals the best of what we have experienced, and for a great value. The location is ideal. We came in on the Black Ball Ferry, and Marketa’s was situated just blocks from the dock, on a quiet residential street. We brought our car up from Seattle, but spent much of our four-day visit walking into downtown and to the nearby park, leaving the car behind. The house itself has a grand, but welcoming, ambience, with lovely wood finishes throughout, and Marketa’s original art on every wall. Our room had a beautiful, antique fourposter, which – to be honest - filled me with some dread, because those old beds can sometimes be very uncomfortable, but the mattress was great, and we both actually slept more soundly than we have in ages. The one complaint I have for the entire experience is that there was no designated place in our room to put our suitcase, so we had to leave it rather awkwardly on the floor. We were in one of the hot-tub rooms – a feature that many on a romantic getaway would actually desire – but we would have preferred a little more space over a bath in our bedroom. Any review of Marketa’s would be remiss if it didn’t mention the Breakfast. Let me end by saying that not only did we have the best breakfast at a B&B ever, this had to be one of the best breakfasts in Victoria – and I’m not prone to hyperbole when it comes to food. The selection to choose from was surprisingly large, and everything was made from scratch, with care towards both presentation and taste. Between my husband and I, we sampled everything on the menu over the course of our stay, and were impressed all around. The hollandaise sauce on the benedict was the best I’ve ever tasted. We agreed that the breakfast alone added a value of at least $30 per day which the two of us would have otherwise spent at a restaurant.

Beautiful character rooms with great jacuzzi bathtub. The chocolates and champagne were a wonderful touch. Breakfast was delicious with wonderful homemade muffins to start. Great value

My girlfriend and I stayed at Marketa's for two nights. It is in an ideal location- walking distance to the harbor and just a couple blocks from a bus-line to go any where else. Marketa welcomed us politely and warmly. She provided excellent restaurant recommendations for dinner and lunch. Her breakfast was delicious! It was the best Eggs Benedict I have ever had. Each breakfast came with fresh baked muffins and a lot of fruit. I enjoyed eating with the other guests staying at the house too. The rooms are beautiful. We stayed in a honeymoon suite which had a jacuzzi-style tub. Though the bubble system in the tub was a bit awkward but we could both fit in the tub and enjoy it. On the last day there my girlfriend had developed a cold or the flu. Checkout time was 11 am but our boat back to Seattle did not depart until 5pm. Marketa let us stay in the room until we needed to head to the boat so that my sickly lady could rest. We would have greatly enjoyed our stay at Marketa's anyhow, but we will always be grateful for that extra hospitality.

Marketa's is our favorite place to stay in Victoria; we come several times a year. A charming old house with comfy rooms beautifully furnished and a fabulous breakfast in the morning with tempting choices--staying here is a romantic treat. The best part of staying here, however, is Marketa herself. She knows about whatever we are looking for in the area and is happy to take the time to help us find it and enjoy our stay. Whether we are looking for a bus across town, a great cup of tea, a restaurant recommendation, or an iron for a wrinkled shirt, Marketa has the answer.

I thought this B&B was priced right, as it was comfortable, clean and quiet. No extras like coffee makers in the room for early risers like myself, so I had to wait until breakfast was served, but that was minor. Loved the Victorian feel of the place, and its very central location, just steps to Dallas Road where I could go running the evenings.

Room was clean and as described on the website, the innkeeper was a bit less outgoing than other B&Bs we have stayed in, the food was outstanding with fresh muffins, a menu to order from and fresh fruit, tea, coffee, orange juice. For the money this is a solid value, great location.

Marketa's was a charming B&B to stay in, with the 100 year old home exuding a comfortable warmth and elegance. It is located in a quiet, tree-lined area of Victoria, whilst still being within walking distance of the downtown area. You are provided an amazing choice of mouth-watering breakfasts, that are served in a setting that allows you the opportunity to mingle with other guests. It was indeed a pleasure to be a guest at Marketa's and I would stay there again without hesitation.

This hotel is a good place to stay in Victoria, quite familiar, great breakfast, nice rooms.

The staff are very friendly and helpful. The Breakfasts are outstanding and overall it is very comfortable and good value for money

Marketa's is ideally situated for exploring Victoria, as it's only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Breakfast was absolutely delicious, and a great time to share travel notes with fellow guests.

We hadf a plesasnt stay at Marketas. We were traveling with 3 other couples and she accomodated us nicely. Breakfast was the best we had on our 2 week vacaton around the northwest.

The breakfast menu is extraordinary & delicious with every bite! Best I have had after staying at many B & B's. The room was attractively decorated but the bedding was weathered and could use replacing. We did have to squish 2 spiders in the room and clean cobwebs out of the lamp in order to turn it on. Economy room means your room shares windows with the front entrance and office. We had the misfortune that Marketa's staff were loudly discussing reservations at 3 am one of our nights there, making it impossible to sleep - 1 due to noise and 2 due to white thin curtains not filtering out enough light. Otherwise a quiet neighborhood and nice facility conveniently located to downtown, the harbor, museums and attractions as well as the bus station. We would stay there again but would probably request a different room.

We stayed in the budget room, very good value! It has it's own bathroom and two beds. The breakfast was AMAZING!

Located near downtown Victoria, Markettas is a good place to lodge. The breakfats was delicious. We even had access to a small kitchen, which was great for a longer stay.

This was our second stay at Marketa's after discovering it last year. Offers great value in a location that is close to downtown, and yet is on a quiet street. Very friendly staff and great breakfasts.

We loved the old world atmosphere and furnishings. The very helpful and friendly staff. The wonderful breakfast menu. We will certainly recommend Marketa"s to family and friends who come to Victoria.

~ two nights at marketa's B&B was fine. excellent location, good price. ~ victoria is a beautiful city, very walkable. restaurants can be a bit pricey but if you look at it as the full experience (we had drinks only at the bengal bar in the empress hotel) and take advantage of the free looks (parliament house and its broad lawn and ancient trees), you'll find a lot to satisfy. we were on foot - black ball ferry from port angeles, left our car in washington - and saw a lot of the inner harbour area and business district. ~ recommend taking the public bus to butchart gardens instead of one of the tour buses. it was a lot cheaper than the tour bus and it ran more often. you don't get the on-board commentary from the driver but that didn't seem worth the triple the cost (public bus was $5 RT on BC bus, the tour company buses ran about $60; no real time difference, the gardens are about a 40 minute ride each way). ~ all in all, a lovely addition to our vacation to the olympic peninsula.

We stayed three nights in a downstairs room and found it to be completely acceptable for our stay. Marketa and her team did a great job of looking after us and the breakfasts were particularly good. My only quibble is the noise made by other guests on the stairwell and in the corridor. Otherwise it was all fine.

A lovely Victorian house. The breakfasts were excellent with a choice of five different meals. We were on the second floor -the stairs could be an issue for some. The sounds traveled quite easily between some rooms which could be an issue for some as well. I would return again were I ever in Victoria.

Our stay here was beautiful. The rooms carried with them a nice Victorian feel, and though small were quite cozy and encouraged us not to spend all of our time in the room. Breakfast each morning was astounding, truly the gemstone of the operation. 2 versions of a simple menu prepared to perfection. The staff were all lovely and very polite, particularly a few of the ladies who served breakfast who were quite down to earth and funny. Marketa had some beautiful art that lined the walls, and it helped stamp the place as her own. All in all, the stay was wonderful and we would both do it again.

We were staying in Victoria only one night, and chose Marketa's B&B. Our front room was nice and big, and the house was very beautiful throughout. Marketa made a cafe recommendation, and we had a blast at Superior Cafe that evening. Breakfast at Marketa's was made to order, served with delicious muffins, by the friendly staff. It was close to everything Downtown Victoria has to offer, and I would definitely stay here again!

A wonderfully relaxing stay at Marketas. Thank you Marketa for making us so comfortable and welcome.

Marketa's is—seriously—our home away from home! We've tried other B-n-B's and hotels, but as soon as we found Marketa's, we've never looked back. From the beautiful original woodwork to the amazing breakfast (BEST IN VICTORIA!!) to the kind and attentive hospitality we always receive, Marketa's is the only place we'll stay while visiting Victoria. Just blocks from the Inner Harbour, Marketa's is a quick 10-minute stroll from the ferries, and a lesiurely 15-minute saunter into downtown, the Empress or Beacon Hill Park. It's quiet, peaceful and just off the beaten path, so it's a lovely oasis to return to after a day or evening of frolicking about town. And the breakfast is absolutely unbeatable. Everything is homemade to order and beautifully presented, there's always interesting guests (often European) to chat with and the portions are so generous that one will want to take a late (or abbreviated) lunch! Highly recommended and always a delight, Marketa's is an essential part of our Victoria adventures.

I have stayed at Marketa's many times over the years and have consistently found the experience most enjoyable. The staff go above and beyond. I have stayed at other B&B's in Victoria (only if Marketa's is booked) and found them to be so-so. My first choice is always Marketa's. I recommend it to all my friends heading to Victoria

Great food, convenient location and clean cozy rooms! We would definitely return and highly recommend this little gem.

Marketa and her associates was very friendly and helpful. Homey feeling the minute we got in to our room. I'll recommend her to my friends and colleagues. And we will be back and stay again when we get to Victoria. Lourdes M. & Alfred K. Alvord, Texas

The location is great, within walking distance to everything in the city. It was so quiet, we were shocked at how many people sat down to breakfast because there was no noise to indicate there was anyone else in the house. the room was a good size and the ensuite was large.

Our room was wonderful, the service couldn't have been better, and the food was absolutely delicious. Thank you Marketa for the wonderful stay!

We have had very limited B&B experience in this country, so likely expected our room to be a little "prettier", but we were surely not disappointed in the breakfast menus.

outstanding service and breakfast. Breakfast was amazing.

The house was really cute. Marketas style is unique and warming with the way the house is decorated. I found my self staring at all the artwork and relaxing. Breakfast was the best! Good service and clean. Definatley would stay here again.

This B&B was lovely. The location was ideal for walking around the waterfront and downtown. The breakfast also was great with fresh made muffins and a choice of 5 different items. I recommend this place and plan to stay here again when my travels take me to Victoria.

I was in Victoria for a professional convention and was looking for accommodation other than a cookie cutter hotel room. I found Marketa's on-line and was entertained by the presentation on her website and was happy to find the location of her Bed & Breakfast was close enough to the Victoria Convention Centre for me to investigate further. The variety of rooms was excellent and the room rates were more than reasonable. My room was spotless and comfortable. While I was unable to enjoy the breakfast part of Marketa's, because of my schedule, I did enjoy the aroma of fresh baking and cooking on my way out every morning. Marketa's is a very pleasant, 10 minute neighborhood walk to the Legislature Buildings and Inner Harbour and the rest of the attractions and shopping offered in Victoria. It was a wonderful refuge after each day of presentations and workshops. I hope to return to stay at Marketa's on my next trip to Victoria. Marketa and her staff have created a very comfortable and genuinely friendly atmosphere that would be hard to beat by any other accommodation anywhere. Thank you ladies, Jeff MacDonald-Bain Tsawwassen, BC Canada

My husband and I stayed at Marketa via the Victoria's visitor information booth. We met Marketa soon as we got there and felt right at home. She showed us our room and helped us on how to get around Victoria. The breakfast was out of this world and the staff were great! I would recommend staying here to anyone and would stay there again. Lajuana B.

the breakfast is perfect and also the location, just a couple of blocks from downtown, totally recomendable

This B&B, with its historic building, hearty welcome and cleanliness, was my best experience in my brief stay in Victoria.

We were only in Victoria for a quick stay, and we are happy to have stayed at Marketa's! The location is great -- walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf and downtown. The budget rooms downstairs are a great deal, and very cute little rooms. We had to leave early, so couldn't enjoy breakfast (served only from 8:30-9:30) but cereal was available. Overall a good stay.

Very sweet find! Right in the heart of everything you'll want to see in Victoria. Glad we found it. We'll be back.

Couldn't be a more convenient location, just blocks from the ferry; staff was warm and welcoming; room was clean, comfortable, quiet; breakfast was outstanding. Thank you!

This is an older house converted into a B&B. Not all rooms have private bathrooms & t.v.s and this is definitely not a 5 star experience, but for the money the rooms are clean, beds are comfortable and staff is happy and willing to assist in any way they can. Location is just off the beaten path but close enough to the Inner Harbor to walk to. What really made the experience worth while was the breakfast! The menu is smallish but excellent! The Eggs Benedict were excellent and all the dishes had excellent presentation. Thanks for the great stay!! I'd definitely stay there again!

A great location right within walking distance of town, there were 6 of us and our room was great with a little garden off it, the other room passable but it was the breakfast that was amazing - not only did you have a choice, but there were warm, freshly cooked muffins to start with then an amazing gourmet presented spread.

My husband & I stayed at Marketa's during our Victoria trip to celebrate our anniversary. We were very pleased with the accomodations, breakfast (especially the muffins!) & hospitality that we enjoyed. I have already recommended Marketa's to friends who are planning their own Victoria trip; they would not be disappointed!

Nice looking B+B on street close to downtown. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bed was comfortable but..... the very loud sound of water running at 6:00am woke me and kept me awake until person showering in adjacent room finished. Not acceptable to me and enough to keep me from going back. Stayed in room #3.

This is my first time at a bed and breakfast. We were in Victoria, B.C. for a couple of nights and rather than spend a fortune in pricier accommodations as we were planning to spend most of the day visiting attractions anyway, I discovered Marketa's. Trip advisor ratings as well as customer reviews gave Marketa's a thumbs up so I decided to give it a try. We stayed in a budget room with a shared bath and was hesitant at first as I've never shared a bath in any previous hotel stays but Marketa said she's never had a problem before as long as people were considerate of each other. This is the best value ofr your money in Victoria - rooms were very clean although modest. Breakfasts were to look forward to, we stayed for 2 nights and they have different sets of menu for both days. The staff was friendly. I did not get a chance to meet Marketa but Caroline was pretty awesome too! It was near the harbour, Parliament and most attractions - perfect for the first-timer on a brief visit. I would definitely recommend to families, couples, a group of friends, etc,

Marketa's was a great way to experience quaint Victoria. The room was clean and full of sunlight with a rad old clawfoot tub. Breakfast was delicious and the place is just a short walk from Government street and parliament and all kinds of touristy sightseeing stuff. Thanks for a lovely visit.

Had a downstairs room. Very cosy and clean. Trouble was the thinness of the walls and doors. I had to sleep with earplugs as you can hear the comings and goings next door and in the kitchen and common areas. Very intrusive. Otherwise it was fine with a simple, quite tasty breakfast, served - not self service.

The breakfast certainly exceeded my expectations! So yummy! Location was great. I wish the staff would have identified/introduced themselves properly ... "Hi, my name is ___. Feel free to ask questions, etc" I didn't know who were guests and who were staff. A list of names of the staff would have been helpful, perhaps. I would stay again.

We arrived late but we found an envelope with a key inside it at the doorstep and were able to settle and get to sleep right away. In the morning we woke up early and went to have breakfast. At Marketa's they give you a menu and you can choose from a few different delicious options. I got a bagel with salmon and it made me go through almost the whole day! Marketa herself was very friendly and I can definitely recommend staying at her place. It was a brief but very pleasant stay, thank you! Ps, and her B&B was the most inexpensive with a great location!

We loved our room--at a great price! The breakfast was awesome and the B&B is in a great neighborhood, close to the ferry terminal, capital building, supermarket and restaurants!

We stayed one night and will be back in the future! The staff were all very pleasant, and the accommodations were very nice for the price. The house was old and each room had a lot of character. The breakfast was good, but the location was the best of all. It was so central to many amazing restaurants and the downtown core. Everything was in walking distance.

We really enjoyed our spacious room with a door to the garden.

Great location for walking to major attractions. Rooms are comfortable and clean. But the real plus to this well-apportioned B&B is the breakfast menu. Every item was beautifully prepared with clearly market-fresh ingredients.

We stayed for 2 nights. The room (we had the sunshine room) was nicely decorated. It's walking distance from the centre or to the Fisherman's Wharf. Breakfast was delicious (it all looked and tasted wonderful). There are no dining facilities. We can recommend this BB.

Marketa's provided everything I wanted in a Victorian weekend getaway. The building had every heritage feature I could wish, including stain glass windows, a tranquil sitting room great for writing and a four poster bed in the room. Modern features such as a jacuzzi tub and works of art only added to the pleasantness of my stay and did not detract. The rooms were clean and quiet, the breakfasts varied and well presented. The food was of the best quality and delicious. The staff made every effort to be helpful and welcoming. A fun stay! -Evey Q

We were more than pleased with our recent weekend stay at Marketa's. Very comfortable accommodations, excellent breakfast, and very convenient location. Would definitely stay there in the future and highly recommend.

Our stay at Marketa's was fabulous. The old home is beautiful and each room is very cozy. The staff at Marketa's are very inviting - I felt very welcomed and comfortable. If you're looking for a great, unique place to stay that is walking distance to everything downtown Victoria, you've found the right place! We will definitely be staying at Marketa's next time we are in Victoria!

My sister and I spent one night at Marketa's in May, 2012. We had an econ omy room which was very comfortable and our own bathroom. The breakfast was incredible with Marketa pulling some items from her garden to include in the meal.

This is our first time staying at a B&B and Marketa's did not disappoint. Our stay at Marketa's was amazing, in fact, it was the highlight to our Victoria vacation. The staff was so friendly and helpful and their breakfast is always delicious and something to look forward to. If you want a location that is close to attractions, the ferry, is clean, and be pampered with a freshly prepared breakfast each morning, then I highly recommend Marketa's. Love their freshly baked muffins!!

awesome stay.. awesome breakfast.. :)

Most enjoyable stay. A very relaxing place. The breakfast was outstanding. We were there for 3 nights. Very accomidating, we arrived early and were made to feel quite at home! Can't wait to go back again. The location can't be beat, 3 blocks from the inter-harbor and downtown Victoria.

I really enjoyed my recent stay at Marketa. It is a very beautiful house in a quiet neighbourhood behind the fisherman's wharf. Excellent location- within walking distance the inner harbour and downtown. The rooms are big stylishly furnished with antiques. My room had a fireplace and a clawfoot bathtub - a great combination on a chilly night. For breakfast one has a choice of savory or sweet entrees, e.g. eggs benedict or pancakes. The hostesses are welcoming and accommodating. I would definitely stay there again.

Beautiful guest house, great service, and lovely food Would recommend to anyone.

Our family reserved 2 rooms at Marketa's B & B. This was our first stay at a B & B and we had reservations about our decision. However, we had a wonderful stay at Marketa's. At first it was odd feeling like we were in someone's house but we quickly adjusted and felt at home ourselves. The staff was friendly and very accomodating and the breakfasts were GREAT!!! The rooms were clean and loaded with charm. We felt we got a steal of a deal and will return to Marketa's if we are in the area again. Awesome job Marketa and staff!!!!

Thank you! We had a great time! loved the room! Awesome breakfast!

My partner and I had a great long weekend in Victoria. The room was nice, the atmosphere relaxing and the breakfasts exceeded expectation.

I picked this B&B based on trip advisor and was not disappointed. We had the honeymoon suite and enjoyed having the jacuzzi tub and fireplace. This house is a 100 yrs old and the heritage has to be appreciated. The breakfasts were absolutely great and the muffins awesome Location was close enough to inner harbour and downtown that you can walk. Would definitely stay here again. Thank You Marketa

Ladies there were very nice to help us not only rent the car but also provide us useful travelling information we need . With thier help, we really had a good time there. The room is very nice,comfortable and clean. Breakfast was amazing as well.....mmm.....so unforgetable. I will surely stay there next time to Victoria. Highly recommend.

Found Marketa's on the B&B website. Looked like the best value for the location, and it was. Very friendly greeting by all the staff as we arrived and wandered about. Great room. A large family gathering booked after us, so Marketa upgraded us to make room for them. Great older Victoria house inside. Unfortunately we weren't able to make it to breakfast but the large group gave a resounding thumbs up. We will be staying there on our next visit to Victoria.

We had a very comfortable and pleasant stay. Thanks Marketa!

Marketa's is in a very nice location in a charming older home. We appreciated Marketa's restaurant recommendation and helpful info regarding the ferry. The breakfast was outstanding.

The food was amazing,due to some dietary restrictions I wish I could have eaten more. Marketa was flexible in my dietary restrictions as well. I found my room to be cozy and the house very comfortable. It was also great to have a small kitchen for personal use. I loved that it was walking distance to the harbor, downtown and to the ocean.....very nice.

We spent a long weekend in Victoria at Marketa's. Because we'd booked a 'budget' room, its appointments were not elegant, but the private bath was spacious and the room was comfortable. Marketa and her staff were amazingly gracious hosts who went out of their way to accommodate our needs. Breakfast each morning was an adventure in eating well. And the inn itself is so well located that it was possible for us to either walk or catch a convenient bus to wherever we wished to go. I can recommend Marketa's without reservation.

Great place to stay for the marathon weekend. The value was great, the location was great, the breakfast was great. No complaints and I will likely be back next year :-)

The Breakfast and Staff was exceptional. Also the short distance to the city center is a plus. If you like the victorian style rooms you probably would rate them a bit higher, for us the smell of old furniture was not the best partner but ok. The shower is ok but not really nice. But looking back we had a nice stay at Marketas.

Location and price, availability were key reasons for choosing this spot. We arrived around 6:30 PM and hoped to get some help with dinner plans. The owner was just leaving to do errands, having left a note for us to settle in. The advice and directions for dinner were confusing and not what we were looking for. Rooms were fine, food for breakfast good. All in all, a good value.

An excellent place in the city, Marketa is very nice and friendly and she do a very famous breakfast ! josiane et jean-pierre ( France, septembre 2011)

Incredible breakfast selections, presentation, and taste. Our room was adequate (was accurate as described on the website). Very convenient location to the harbor and located in a quiet neighborhood, with a small grocery nearby.

Sunny dining room and cosy sitting room; delicious breakfast choices tastefully prepared; and most helpful of all, Marketa herself and her young staff. Excellent, quiet location close to center. Would recommend highly to others!

Stayed 2 nights 09/08-09/10/11 in a honeymoon suite. The room was cute, the accomodations were very close to downtown...but the breakfast was really amazing! Marketa and her staff were very friendly, helpful and pleasant to be around. We will be back soon.

The Room was very, very nice, definitely the most lovable room on our Canada journey so far (and there were some very nice ones). The breakfast was very good, too. So the a somewhat upmarket price is fully justified. I'd stay there again next time I visit Victoria.

Ten days before our stay, I sent an e-mail to Marketa's B&B to inform the owner of our late arrival (11.30 PM) and when my husband and I got there we had to ring the bell for 20 minutes before she came to open the door. I don't know if it was because of the "sudden" awakening, but she looked stoned. She showed us our room, gave us the key, told us the time for having breakfast and then disappeared. We settled in the room and went to bed. At about 01.00 AM we were awakened by somebody unlocking the door of "our" room. We screamed to back out, I got up and checked who was there. I found a man, a young woman and an elderly woman with a sleeping baby in her arms. They were frightened and astonished for having found somebody in "their" room. They told me that in the evening they were given that room by the owner and that she also had put a crib for the baby in it (I saw her pulling it out before showing us the room). We tried to understand what could have happend but were not able to figured it out. In the end my husband and I stayed in the disputed room, the two women and the baby slept in another room occupied by three other people (relatives of them, I believe), while the man had to sleep on a sofa in the living room. The morning after, the owner didn't even apologize for the inconvenience. Actually she didn't greet us at all. She just cashed the payment. As far as the rest of our stay, the room was clean and breakfast was good. However, in conclusion, we wouldn't stay there any more.

When we arrived, our key was in an envelope pinned to the door, not very impressed with security aspect. Marketta was out when we arrived but made no attempt to meet & greet us when we returned to the B&B after eating dinner in Victoria. At breakfast the following day, we were cramped into a table in the corner of t he dining room with no room to move. Marketa was present but again made no attempt to welcome us. Our order was taken by a young girl and after 45 minutes we noticed that others who had entered the dining room were receiving their breakfast and we were still sitting there. We had to ask twice before we received anything. The breakfast was cooked fresh but was very basic. When checking out with Marketa, we mentioned the speed of service and all she said was the orders had been mixed up. No proper apology and she did not seem particularly interersted. If choosing a B&B in Victoria, the choice available is extensive, however, would recommend not to stay here, you could do so much better. A great pity as the internet site made it sound really nice and homely.

We stayed at Marketa's for our fifth anniversary. We were pleasantly suprised upon check in to discover there was a jacuzzi in our room which I hasn't realized upon booking the room. Breakfast was good and service was quick. All in all a place to repeat.

Very good staff. The best breakfast we have ever had at a B&B. Marketa was very helpful with info on transportation.

Lovely rooms, comfortable beds, lots of soft towels - couldn't be more comfortable. Breakfasts are superb - several delicious choices each day accompanied by a variety of fresh fruit and tasty homemade muffins. Will be my first choice for accommodation in Victoria BC.

Wir waren im August 2 Nächte in Marketa's. Wir hatten keines der Zimmer im victorianischen Stil, sondern ein Zimmer im Untergeschoss. Zuerst war ich enttäuscht, aber das zu unserem Zimmer gehörende eigene Bad machte das mehr als wett. Das Zimmer war einfach und nett eingerichtet. Das Frühstück war super. Man hatte eine Auswahl an mehreren Frühstücksarten. Meinem Sohn hat die riesige Möwe auf der Terasse am besten gefallen.

We are repeat customers who love coming here. However, the jacuzi jets in the honeymoon suite weren't working. I understand things happens, but I feel we shouldn't have been charged the full amount for the room - since the extra charge is directly related to the jacuzi. Also, the overflow drain was so low that the tub couldn't hold enough water to cover your thighs and the 2 of us couldn't enjoy the tub because the water level was too low.

We stayed at Marketa's for our honeymoon last week. Very close to downtown and all the sights. Comfortable, no frills room with friendly staff and amazing breakfasts. The only thing that could be improved upon was the quality of the cleaning - it wasn't consistent each day, and we found items under the bed belonging to previous guests. Our room was under the kitchen, and with the age of the house, it was noisy at times. But overall, we really enjoyed our stay and the value can't be beat, nor the breakfasts!

We loved the edible flowers and fruits on our breakfast plates! The presentation on our plates was elegant. We enjoyed the jacuzzi in our room!

The location could not have been better. Easy to walk. I did not need a car. Breakfast was yummy and bed was super comfy. Everything at Marketa's is clean and lovely. I'm very glad I chose Marketa's for lodging in Victoria. Definitely exceeded my expectations. Hope to come back some day.

This was my second stay at Marketas and I will definitely be coming back. Lovely old character house and an awesome staff, plus truly great breakfasts. Gord, Vancouver

My wife and I stayed at Marketa's for a total of 3 nights while on a bicycle trip through the Victoria area. The bedrooms we had were beautiful and quiet. Breakfast was a feast. Classic older building with character. Close to all there is to see in Victoria. Marketa's artwork is all over the building and she is very talented. We will come back.

We were made to feel welcome, and offered complimentary sherry in the sitting room. The four poster bed was extremely comfortable. It was like we were in another century because the house is very old and it was very peaceful and quiet. Breakfast was absolutely fabulous and served freshly made while we waited and the choices chosen from a menu, which we have never experienced before in a B&B. We will be back again.

We really enjoyed this great value b&b. Yes our budget room was behind the small office (which was slightly noisy), but someone needs to be! All staff and Marketa were so helpful, and the atmosphere is quirky, homely and very very lovely. We especially enjoyed the impromptu ukulele music on the back deck after breakfast that some guests felt sufficiently comfortable to provide! Very welcoming and good value. Thanks heaps Marketa - Mark & Jane (Australia)

We stayed one night. Marketa is highly organized and practical. The house is extraordinary beautiful, and our stay was pleasant.

We truly enjoyed our stay at Marketa's. The location was good, the staff was most helpful and the breakfasts were terrific. It was nice to be able to sit outside on the sundeck. We booked a room with its own bathroom which I would recommend. A first class operation.

We were welcomed very nicely. It was a quiet bedroom. It even has a living room which all guests can use. The breakfast was just amazing and prepared freshly. We were glad to stay there.

Picked Marketa's because of all the rave reviews on the breakfasts. And the breakfast did not disappoint. Stayed for two days and enjoyed two different breakfast menus. The food was excellent, the muffins scrumpous and the staff were attentive, delightful with a good sense of humor. What did disappoint was the cleanliness of the room. I had to plug something in behind the bed and the dust bunnies were alive and breeding. Yeah, there were a lot of them. The house is old and some of the outlets don't accept three prong plugs. But there was pelnty of hot water for showers, so that was at least updated. The location is great, there are good restaurants in the area and lots of other amenities. It is easy to get where you want to go from Marketas.

Comfortable room, superb breakfast, friendly and helpful staff -- what more can you want?

From the outside, this B&B is not much to look at, but the rooms are very comfortable and spacious, the common room is dark but inviting and cozy offering late night home-baked goodies, and the breakfast is UNBELIEVEABLE! Beautifully (as in, take a picture!) prepared food by Marketa herself and team, fresh fruit, eggs, and all home-made muffins and breads served in a sunny breakfast room off the kitchen. Location is a short walk for those taking ferries to and from WA, USA or for eating great seafood on the wharf. A great value.

Marketa's location close to the ferries is quite convenient. She is a gracious hostess, and rooms are comfortable and clean. Her breakfasts in the sunroom or on the deck are amazing - artistically prepared, delicious, and abundant. Prices are quite reasonable. I will definitely stay here again when I return to Victoria.

The rooms were great with a large bed and tub. Great artwork throughout the house. Breakfast was fabulous.

Marketa's is two blocks from the Inner Harbour. Gourmet breakfast served in dining area with lots of other guests. Excellent B&B! Rick and Anne from Kincardine ON

My wife and I and our 2 friends stayed at Marketa's B&B for 2 days in July 2011. We got 2 budget rooms with attached bathrooms. The house is almost 100 years old and had its own charm. Marketa, the owner/operator, is a very hard-working lady and does whatever she can to make her clients feel comfortable. The toilet bowl in our friend's room had rust stains. When this was pointed out to her, Marketa tried to find them another room. As none were available, she gave them a small discount. Breakfast was good, with a reasonably large choice. There is very limited parking in the backyard, but there is ample parking in the street in the front.

You get to choose from a menu each day, you will get fresh muffins and all the coffee you want. You can walk from the B&B to the inner harbour in no time.

This was our second time staying at Marketa's and it was just as enjoyable as the first. The location is great and the breakfasts are delicious and a work of art!

we really enjoyed our stay at Marketa's. Marketa was very helpful with information about Victoria. G

We loved our stay at Markets. What a great old house. The breakfast was fantastic and I especially liked the pigeon who shows up every day for his breakfast. Marketable couldn't have been more accommoding. We would for sure stay there again.

I would highly recomend Marketa's. Nice location, close to everything. The breakfast is as good as everyone raves about. Wonderful service from the staff. They were always very helpful. Our room was very comfy. We will be back next time we are in Victoria.

Awesome B&B! Beautiful house, great location, amazing breakfast. Would definitely stay there again.

The breakfast included a beautiful fruit salad, and we were given a choice of entrees. The servers were polite and friendly. In our room was an old-fashioned 4-poster bed. Marketa was helpful when I needed directions. The original paintings, books, and comfy furniture made the common room welcoming. I highly recommend Marketa's!!

We loved being so close to downtown; we walked all over. Overall, good value and fantastic location.

Decent room, friendly service, good breakfast and very centrally and conveniently located. We woud stay here again.

Marketa welcomed us and made us feel quickly at home. Our room was spacious and the neighbourhood quiet despite being so close to the main attractions.Breakfasts were outstanding and beautifully presented. We enjoyed the opportunities to meet the other guesta around the tables at breakfast and also in the cosy lounge.

We stayed just for a single night while in Victoria, but this bed and breakfast was a highlight of our trip. Marketa was a great host, friendly and helpful. The room was perfect and romantic, and the breakfast was superb. Breakfast was also a great oppurtunity to meet other visitors. We will be back for sure!!

Marketa and her staff of "angels" were wonderful, cheerful, efficient and sweet. We liked the bohemian aura of the B & B and the breakfasts were exceptional. I would have liked a chest of drawers in the room, and the shower was too high for me, I had to twist myself around to soap up...but otherwise I loved my experience and my friend did, too.

Our room was comfortable and private with amenities such as a TV, an area to store food or prepare tea, and the location is so convenient to all Victoria tourist attractions! The breakfast was sumptious, and a good variety of choices with lots of fresh fruit. We will definatly return! CM

Marketa's was just perfect for our stay. We had ensuite bedroom downstairs close to a small communal kitchen. Best breakfast ever! We would stay again.

Historic home very close to the inner harbour, very clean and cosy old fashioned furnished rooms/bathroom. Fine breakfast choices, we were upgraded without any costs. Perfect place to stay downtown Victoria -- we will come again

Except of the fact that our room was not cleaned perfectly we had a great stay in Marketa's. Breakfast is great, especially the homemade pancakes. We will come back!

We stayed at Marketa's Bed and Breakfast just one night. The location is superb -- nice neighbourhood, close to everything. The breakfast was terrific -- they go to a lot of work to make a great meal. I do feel however that the rooms need updating and so does the bedding and towels. A computer in the common room would also be a great addition -- that has been done in many b&bs we've stayed at.

The room and facilities were very good. We were traveling with a lot of luggage as we were on a 4 weeks trip and the size of the room was a little small for 4 suitcases. Other wise the accommaditions were very good and the location was excellent for walking to the downtown area.

Marketa's Bed & Breakfast is very conveniently located, in walking distance to the Harbour and the Centre of the City of Victoria. The breakfast that Marketa prepares each morning is out of this world. The other guests that you meet each morning at your table are very engaging and mostly world travellers. Marketa is a beautiful hostess and very helpful should you require information of sites to see in the area. This is excellent value for so close to the centre of the city. A mature couple from Toronto.

Excellent location, comfortable, clean rooms, good choice of well cooked breakfasts.

Spent 3 nights at Marketa's. Marketa and her staff is very friendly, courteous and helpful. The food and service is outstanding. Highly recommend this B & B.

The hospitality of Marketa and the staff she employs were outstanding. We walked from the ferry terminal and found the B&B without any trouble. The location was great since you could walk right to Fisherman's Wharf and historic buildings in Victoria. Couldn't have gotten a better breakfast anywhere else. Pride of ownership is evident in everything Marketa does (even to the homemade port wine served in the parlor!) A great place to stay in Victoria.

My wife and stayed for three nights in the least expensive room at Marketa's. The B&B, an older house located on a quiet residential street within easy walking distance of the heart of action. Despite a bicycle race and a yacht race the weekend we were in Victoria, the room was always quiet. The furnishings and decor were simple and in places a bit worn. The furnishings and decor in the other rooms looked to be a cut higher. Marketa was an excellent hostess, friendly and helpful while respecting the privacy of her guests. The breakfasts prepared by Marketa and her three helpers were outstanding with a number of choices offered each morning.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Marketa's. The breakfast menus were outstanding! My room, one of the least expensive, was very new, bright in spite of being on ground floor, cosy and had an small outside patio. My only regret was the sometimes inconsiderate fellow clients who talked very loudly in the halls, for extended periods of time.

Marketa's is a real find. Located within easy distance of beautiful downtown Victoria, it is quiet, comfortable and welcoming with breakfasts to die for! The wonderful friendly atmosphere is a tired traveller's dream. Breakfasts, apart from being delicious, are an opportunity to meet with and share stories with others. Well done Marketa's!

We stayed 2 nights at Marketa's and had a wonderful time. She gave us a great gift for our anniversary. Her breakfast are suburb. You won't find a better breakfast anywhere in Victoria. The rooms are good and good value. Marketa herself is a treasure, we will be coming back.

If you want a nice place to stay, walking distance from everything, and a great value, this is the B&B for you. Marketa is friendly and helpful in finding places to visit. The food is wonderful!!! Visit the Superior Cafe (only a block away) for a wonderful dinner (artsy, live jazz, outdoor garden seating). My only negative was the bed in our room was very hard which made me stiff in the morning.

Marketa was personable, hospitable and well-served by her staff--with a hot tub and delicious breakfast. d

I arrived via the Victoria Clipper from Seattle on a glorious evening having sailed through Puget Sound's astonishing grandeur of scale and arrived at Marketa's without special expectations just a simple night's rest and a nourishing breakfast after a week at a pretty heavy conference in Los Angeles. What a warm & welcoming smile at the door and comfortable room with perfect pillows and a Henry VIII four-poster. Breakfast was just as the doctor ordered and I shall return again and again to Marketa's.

Marketa's is a basic B&B and is well located in downtown Victoria, BC. Room was small but clean as well as the bathroom. We had the basement double bed room facing a garden and was very quiet. What was outstanding was breakfast, with a choice of several dishes that included fruit, coffee and juices. We chose this B&B to be close to the CoHo ferry line as well as the Empress hotel.

Our stay at Marketa's B&B was one of the best on our 4 week tour. Very good value for money, good room size, friendly staff and the best breakfast ever. Will definitely come back!

Nice quiet neighborhood and 5-10 min. walk to Parliment/The Empress area. Superb breakfasts and clean room. I would stay here again.

Marketa and her staff were very friendly and made my stay a nice experience. Because I was in Victoria for a cycle event I was going to be out of the house before breakfast. Marketa was kind enough to set up a continental breakfast and showed me were things were in the fridge. The next morning I was able ton enjoy a lovely breakfast with homemade muffins! Milo Rusimovich Whistler BC

Marketa's was definitely a good value and great location to stay in Victoria. Its within walking distance of all of the major attractions and a short drive from the ferry terminal. Next time I visit Victoria I will definitely stay here! Marketa's fruit & nut muffins are amazing--I want the recipe!

My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our stay. The room was great; comfortable bed and a nice jacuzzi tub. The breakfast was very good. Great price for what we got.

The breakfast was awesome. Each room is individual arranged and very nice, but for me it was a little bit to cold (end of April 2011) and the power socket was hardly to achieve. The B&B is very good located, only a few minutes to all the sightseeing stuff, but for all that very quiet. Overall it was a good stay.

My stay at Marketa's Bed and Breakfast was amazing. She is the nicest and warmest person anyone would want to meet. I enjoyed my stay so much that I am going back there.

We stayed at Marketa's for our 24th anniversary getaway. We had a great time. It was quiet clean and the breakfast was superb.

Our room had original artwork by Marketa and even the bed was beautifully painted with roses. The hot tub and fireplace in the room were amazing. We took the ferry to Victoria and easily walked to the the bed and breakfast. It was conveniently located near downtown so we definitely did not need our car. There were many delicious options for breakfast and the food was presented beautifully. We would absolutely return to this b&b.

We went to Victoria for the weekend and were pleased to find a quaint and lovely B&B located so near to the ferry and provided a military discount! Marketa was very hospitable and even let us hang around the house while waiting for our ferry to depart! The breakfast was amazing and abundant. The location was so close to all the major attractions which made walking everywhere quite nice. Marketa also gave us lots of suggestions for amazing restaurants in the area! We will definately come back here when we return to Victoria!!

Marketa's is a unique blend of lavish pampering and homestyle comforts. The substantial breakfast with a choice of 6 menu items, coffee, juice and freshly baked muffins jumpstarted our day. No lunch was required. The rooms were spotless and the jacuzzi soaker tubs and electric fireplaces created a romantically charming atmosphere. Marketa's is only a 10 minute walk from the inner harbour so you can park your car and leave it for your stay.

My partner and I took a mid-week trip to Victoria and decided to stay at Marketa's based on other reviews we had read. The century old house was very charming, the rooms very inviting, and Marketa's breakfast will not be easily forgotten. Our room was very comfortable, quiet, and romantic. The B&B was only a few blocks from the Coho ferry terminal and all the harbor highlights were within walking distance. We also explored the neighborhood on foot and found a coffee/book shop, pharmacy, grocer, and access to the walking trail along the waterfront. Beacon Hill Park was also close by, a plus for us!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marketa's. The location is very convenient to downtown. A bonus is the off-street parking that is available. The breakfasts were wonderful, and it was great to have a choice of breakfasts. Marketa is very personable and a wonderful hostess. We would definitely stay here again.

We really enjoyed Marketa's B&B, a beautiful place with charming decorations, the breakfast was outstanding and the stay very comfortable !

We were very pleased with Marketa's in Victoria, beautiful house located within walking distance of both downtown and the wonderful walk along the seawall. A warm welcoming home with a gracious hostess!

Marketa's is very cozy The breakfasts are one of the highlights and start your day off right. The house is very majestic, our room was large with an in room soaking tub! The location makes for a short walk to anywhere in town. Marketa and staff are wonderful and very helpful with dinning recommendations.

When we went through US customs in Port Angeles, the agent was familiar with the B&B

We stayed in Marketa's family room. The room was basic, clean, and very reasonable for the price. It was conveniently located for walking to/from the ferries & bus depot. Staff was friendly & helpful, and breakfast was filling & delicious. We'd definitely stay there again!

The location was excellent, walking distance to the harbor and restaurants, but the atmosphere was decidedly distant. Marketa was not present when we arrived and was busy on the phone when we paid our bill. Our other experiences with B & B's have been much warmer. Breakfast, on the other hand, was excellent and the staff very friendly. Don't think I would stay here again.

We easily found Marketa's a short walk from the centre of town and the inner harbour. We were made to feel welcome despite being very early for check-in. We enjoyed coffee whilst our room was prepared. The staff were very helpful and friendly, providing excellant local knowledge. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfasts, particularly the freshly made muffins. Highly recommended !!