Hotel Zed

Victoria


If you like an accommodations that – in its own words – likes to 'rebel against the ordinary' then you'll love the Zed, an eccentric motel that has been given a tongue-in-cheek retro makeover, complete with rainbow paintwork and free VW-van rides to downtown (a 20-minute walk away). The rooms are also fun: 1970s phones, bathroom comic books and brightly painted walls.

Loaner bikes and free coffee are provided via the front desk and there's also a great diner if you're hungry.


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