A beacon of hospitality for six remarkable decades, the Robin Hood Inn & Suites is one of VictoriaB次元官网网址檚 cultural gems.
Founder Rolf Ullrich laid the foundation at 136 Gorge Road East in 1963, and the hotel celebrated its 60th anniversary in June.
General manager Sam Kirsch says that before joining the team, he saw the hotelB次元官网网址檚 cultural value and wanted to contribute.
B次元官网网址淚 remember it from when my parents and I came to Victoria years ago when I was a teenager, and it kind of stuck with me all those years,B次元官网网址� said Kirsch.
Building on the rich history, every Robin Hood team member, then and now, has contributed to the hotelB次元官网网址檚 transformation, making hospitality the pinnacle goal. Word on the street is the facility is home to some of the comfiest, most luxurious beds the city offers.
B次元官网网址淲e bought some of the best beds in the industry because, seriously, we know people need a good sleep,B次元官网网址� said Kirsch. B次元官网网址淩obin Hood is good because you can enjoy the five-star amenities without the five-star price B次元官网网址� We are a stay-real place, and what you get is more than you expect.B次元官网网址�
The Robin Hood got its name from politicians who met with Walt Disney in the late 1940s, hoping to create its Victorian-era-themed park in the city. Following suit, many hotels in the area opted to adapt their name to accommodate the Victorian-era vibe.
Guests can expect a continental breakfast with freshly baked croissants with many free services, such as courtesy shuttles from the airport or ferry, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, to name a few.
The Ullrich family doesnB次元官网网址檛 just accommodate visitors to Victoria; according to Kirsch, they are often recognized as unofficial ambassadors of the community. Kirsch says they try to embrace the cityB次元官网网址檚 multicultural tapestry, most recently creating videos that celebrate the myriad of cultures Victoria and Vancouver Island provides
Today, it stands as a tribute 1960s roadside inn, amalgamating vintage charm with modern planning. Featuring its own pillow menu, the hotel puts comfort first. Trading in flash for authenticity and character, the hotel offers distinct advantages over others within the area due to its charm.
B次元官网网址淲e finally got recognition,B次元官网网址� said Kirsch. B次元官网网址淚t was nice to get recognized as one of the five nominees of the best hotels in British Columbia by the B.C. Hotel Association.B次元官网网址�
Rooted in tradition yet constantly evolving, team members, Kirsch and the Ullrich family have sculpted the HoodB次元官网网址檚 narrative.
However, it doesnB次元官网网址檛 only rely on nostalgic lore to keep its doors open. The intergenerational relationships and experiences have helped establish the facilityB次元官网网址檚 legacy of being a place to remember.
Of course, guests have come and gone, as have some of the younger staff who have grown up and explored other careers, but according to Kirch, they always come back.
Kirsch says staff member ,Pink Yu, was a graduate of Royal Roads University who worked as an operations manager at the hotel and was awarded B次元官网网址渇uture leader of the yearB次元官网网址� by the B.C. Hotel Association at the Kelowna Summit. In addition her professor, Trina White of the Parkside Hotel, was named the Hotelier of the year.
B次元官网网址淢aking people feel welcome and cared for, thatB次元官网网址檚 what we do,B次元官网网址� said Kirch. B次元官网网址淭wo students (former employees of the hotel) are both getting awards this year at the B.C. Hotel Association Summit in Kelowna, which is such a wonderful thing to see, and these are the things we are most proud of.B次元官网网址�
The ability to give people lasting memories is also what Kirsch says helps drive his and the other staff membersB次元官网网址� passion.
B次元官网网址淲e had a couple who live in the U.S. B次元官网网址� 30 years ago, they stayed at the hotel, celebrating their 10th anniversary. They came back last week to celebrate their 40th.B次元官网网址�
Kirsch says these stories are the ones that touch his and the staffB次元官网网址檚 heart because it is a testament to the hotelB次元官网网址檚 long history of accommodation.
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