Abigail’s Hotel

Top choice in Victoria


A boutique hotel with the ambience of a B&B, the historic, regal and faintly English Abigail’s is Victoria’s most Victorian accommodations despite the fact it was only built in 1930 with a mock Tudor facade. Near-perfect rooms come with heavy drapes, shapely furniture and marble bathrooms. In the morning, you can swan downstairs for a spectacular breakfast.

Complimentary afternoon appetizers are also laid on and guests have the run of a country-mansion-style library and lounge with a crackling fireplace. No guests under 13 years of age.


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