Ryans
Victoria, British Columbia

Located a 5 minutes walk to US ferries, the ocean and Victoria's major attractions. "Ryan's" was built in 1892 by one of the city's biggest merchants as a wedding gift to his bride. Ryan's B&B is situated on a large private garden site and featuring spectacular architectural details inside and outside.

This spectacular mansion was born in romance. Build by a local merchant as a wedding gift for his son who had just returned from England with a new bride it features original fireplaces and spectacular architectural detailing, panelled walls with 11 ft. ceilings, private entrances, patios and balconies, gardens, peace and tranquillity. They didnt have Jacuzzis back then, but we added them anyway. We want your stay at Ryans to be the crowning touch to your romantic stay in Victoria.

All rooms are capacious with private baths, some with Jacuzzis, some with claw-footed soaker-tubs, and some provide private balconies or separate entrances. All have refrigerators, luxurious linens, comforters, robes, and TVs and VCRs. Early morning newspapers and coffees are on hand Ryan's is ideal for honeymooners or for weddings, or most fetes. Functions can be held outdoors in the Rose Arbour or inside in the Peacock Parlor.

Served daily by the fireplace from a nine-foot high solid oak sideboard, breakfasts offer a variety of tasty dishes : Tuscan frittatas, lemon risotta pancakes, smoked salmon scambles, and breads from Continental recipes. All food is made and served fresh and using local ingredients.