"The Parkside Hotel & Spa hosted Dr. Jane Goodall and our events team during our trip to Victoria in 2022. It was Dr. Goodall’s first time back in Canada in 2.5 years due to COVID, and we were all wary of health and safety, as well as travel exhaustion after being back on the road after all this time.
We could not have been happier at the Parkside. We were constantly remarking on how the Parkside is an example of how spaces can be carbon neutral and feel luxurious. Our rooms were warm and welcoming. Every single staff member was kind, generous, and helpful at all hours of the day - going above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. They even made sure Dr. Goodall had delicious vegan meals from nearby restaurants, and freshly baked bread in her room when she arrived. The energy and spirit of the place was comforting and lively; and the atrium was like nothing we had ever seen. Dr. Goodall and our entire team had a splendid stay and would be back in a heartbeat. Thank you, Parkside!"
- The Jane Goodall Institute of Canada
Thank you from the Dolphin Project team
On the ground in Japan, Ric O'Barry's Dolphin Project team sends a thank you to The Parkside Hotel & Spa for helping to raise funds in October 2025 alongside Eagle Wing Whale Watching Tours.
"BC Ferries has been using the services at The Parkside for several years. The meeting room we use is bright with fantastic views and outdoor patio space for small group meetings or just getting some fresh air. The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful and the Event Management team takes care of all our needs. Highly recommend using The Parkside for any meeting or event."
- DS, Manager, HR Process Development, BC Ferries
"Having our conference at The Parkside Hotel & Spa was an absolute dream. From our initial booking to the event day, we were in such good hands; everyone on the Parkside team ensured that we had what we needed to make the event a success. From navigating catering for 70 people to supporting with the room design and logistics like chairs and tables, the Parkside team gave us all the support we needed and were so quick, friendly, and easy to work with. Most important was the Parkside's commitment to sustainability. As a sustainability-focused organization, it was so amazing to host our event in a carbon-neutral, biosphere certified venue that literally showcases all the principles and commitments we want to see in our community. Being able to talk about sustainability in a venue that lives and breathes it made our event both magical and meaningful, and we're so grateful to the Parkside for everything they do."
-Paper Heart Films
"I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and the staff at Parkside, including Truffles for the wonderful evening we had on Friday night in the Urban Ballroom. Thank you for being so responsive and for the wonderful service. We had nothing but compliments from our guests."
-J.G., Executive Assistant, Blair & Associates
Hosting our Robert Bateman Masterclass at The Parkside Hotel & Spa has been nothing but a pleasure. The team there have always been so very helpful and accommodating to any needs that we enquired about. So pleasant to work with, always friendly, quick to respond and so very helpful at all times. We look forward to hosting more workshops there in the future."
- CLL, Head of Learning, Robert Bateman Centre
"I am so thankful that I have the opportunity to work with such a fantastic organization that continues to be outstanding in all aspects of this ever-changing industry. My customers are always happy with The Parkside and that speaks volumes in knowing you are Top Shelf! Please pass along a big shout out to your reservations team, everyone is truly wonderful."
-LS, Travel Consultant
"BCACC recently held a two-day educational event at The Parkside Hotel & Spa. Working with their entire team was an absolute pleasure from beginning to end. The Event Management team was accommodating and helpful which set a great tone for our event. We were pleased to see that this friendly and gracious approach to working with the public was shared across all the staff at the Parkside. We had nothing but great feedback from our attendees about this property and we look forward to hosting more events at the Parkside in the future and working with their great people."
- MM, Director, Member Services and Strategic Initiatives, BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
