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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with conference center, connected to the convention center, near Queen's University

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Experience eco-friendly charm at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre, where guests rave about the delicious full breakfast. Unwind in the garden or recharge with a workout at the gym, then enjoy free WiFi and dry cleaning services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $128
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(120 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Bed Sofa | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Bed Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6

What's nearby

  • Kingston Penitentiary - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canada's Penitentiary Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bellevue House National Historic Site - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queen's University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 8 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 9 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 80 min drive
  • Kingston Station - 8 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (XEG-Kingston Train Station) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Ontario and Queen's University. Guests can enjoy the fitness center or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Kingston Waterfront and Rideau Canal. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1841
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 20 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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Frequently asked questions

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a garden.

What's the area around Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre like?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is a short 9-minute drive from Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) and 8 minutes' walk from Lake Ontario. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, top-notch, and amazing by multiple guests. (263 reviews)
  • Free parking was plentiful, safe, and convenient for guests. (24 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Location
Downtown
Building
Universities
Value
Quiet - room

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay in Kingston
farin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed my stay, though it was brief. The staff were very helpful, friendly and welcoming. It was a great experience staying in a hotel with so much history. I would definitely stay there again.
Suzyo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent breakfast.
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room excellent service from staff everywhere Great breakfast
Tracy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This has been one of the best hotel experiences i have had in a while. The staff are absolutely amazing, the rooms are clean and tidy , there are lounges to read in all over the facility. The breakfast was a show stopper. This hotel will be my go to when ever i am in Kingston.
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very nice and clean room, fantastic breakfast, friendly staff and easy parking.
Fiona, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

All is good except the very weak shower.
Kyoung Rog, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience will definitely stay again
Philippa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

good
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay, clean rooms!
Roxanne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I like the hotel amenities - there is a gym and free breakfast.
Ce Cil, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, thank you.
Samantha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay
Ron, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room, friendly staff, great breakfast, free parking. Great value.
Ronald, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff and nice breakfast. Very comfortable beds. Very happy with hotel.
Inez, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, quiet and friendly staff A shout out to Carol and Mary in the breakfast room for always making us feel so welcome!
Noreen, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot to stay when visiting Queens University.
stacey, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Free parking and breakfast, friendly staff, comfortable rooms
Jeanne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

All good an a recommended place to stay in Kingston!
Steffen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A big thank you to the staff and management Excellent service Excellent facilities
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very friendly, helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. Quite impressed!
Alisa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable rooms. Excellent hot breakfast.
George, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was good except for the toilet. The toilet handle that attaches to flush falls off and doesn't allow you to flush. Needs to be fixed but other than that everything was great
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful and the place inviting
colleen, 1-night trip