Digital Humanities Summer Institute May 26-30, 2008

Local Accommodation On Campus

The University of Victoria is currently holding space for Summer Institute participants in dormitory and cluster housing. Internet access is available in each bedroom and payphones are located in or near all buildings. To secure a room, we advise booking before April 11, 2008. A deposit for your first night's accommodation is required to guarantee all reservations. The remaining balance is due at check-in.

Residence Rooms

Bedrooms in Residence (dormitory) buildings come with either 1 or 2 single beds. Shared washroom facilities are located on each floor along with a central lounge to relax and watch TV with other guests. * Rates TBA

Cluster Units

Similar to an apartment or townhouse, Cluster Housing units come with 4 bedrooms, 2 washrooms and a shower. Each bedroom in the unit contains 1 single bed. The living room is furnished with a loveseat and coffee table. The kitchen has a fridge, stove, dishwasher and dining room table with chairs and is equipped with dishes, cutlery and utensils. Please note cable and phone lines are available however televisions and telephones are not provided in the units. * Rates TBA

To make a reservation, please use the form provided here.
For additional information and floor plans visit http://housing.uvic.ca/visitor/index.php

To secure a room, please book by APRIL 11TH, 2008.

Local Accommodation Off Campus

We recommend Chateau Victoria hotel for conference delegates. The hotel is located in downtown Victoria and will require taxi, car or bus transport to the university. Buses run frequently and directly. Taxi fares run $12 - $15 CA each way. Visit the web site in the contact information below to view rates, room descriptions, and to make reservations. High speed internet connectivity is complimentary in all rooms.

Contact information:

Chateau Victoria Hotel
740 Burdett Avenue
Victoria, BC V8W 1B2
Phone: 250-382-4221
Fax: 250-380-1950
Website: http://www.chateauvictoria.com/

Other Accommodation

The Victoria tourism web site can be found at the following URL: http://www.tourismvictoria.com/ This site has numerous links to other hotels, Bed and Breakfast accommodations, etc. Please book early, though--Victoria is a very sought after destination during the summer months!