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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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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Point of interest
Courtyard
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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

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • 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
$130 nightly
The total price is $154
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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

Queen Bed Sofa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
  • Queen's University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Ontario Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fort Henry - 7 min drive - 5.5 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 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Portsmouth Tavern - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary and Lake Ontario. Guests can enjoy the fitness center or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. This eco-certified hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Queen's University and Kingston Waterfront. 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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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.

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 15 and January 6.

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 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

Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre currently open?

The property is closed between December 15 and January 6.

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 Kingston Penitentiary. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Breakfast
Service staff
Room
Bed
Location
Downtown
Building
Universities
Value
Quiet - room

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for being excellent, delicious, and plentiful with a wide variety of options. (206 reviews)
  • Free parking was plentiful, safe, and convenient, making it a great perk for guests. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great choice in Kingston

Great find in Kingston - exceptionally friendly service, very clean, and good value with parking and a solid buffet breakfast included.
Seb, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay Here!!!

Amazing staff!!! Beautiful site.
Tracey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

Very enjoyable experience.
Aliaksei, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Breakfast!

Everything was clean and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly. Breakfast was wonderful. No King bed option, but the Queen was comfortable.
Marilyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast buffet was wonderful. The room was spotless. The conference center is an easy walk to the visitors center and an easy drive to great restaurants.
ROBERT, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay, will stay again
Emily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, wonderful breakfast!
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely, affordable place to stay.
Mira, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for a comfortable stay and good breakfast !
Cindy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel
Seher, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasantly surprised at the value and amenities. Great location, 5 min to downtown. Included breakfast and parking are a bonus. Delicious hot buffet breakfast.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was beautiful, super comfy bed. Very convenient to down town. I would recommend staying here anytime.
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay as always
LISA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was a great stay! The breakfast was delicious and the staff was so welcoming. Very walkable to the Queen's campus location I had to visit.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The desk staff are very helpful. The breakfast is amazing. The surroundings are peaceful. Very good stay.
Geoffrey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was nice. With out door patio to sit and relax. The breakfast was amazing. The room was clean
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Staying here next time we’re in Kingston!
William, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, nice sheets, great pillows, but it is an older facility and it was expensive at over $200 a night
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best for downtown kingston.

Great breakfast included. Parking was safe and plentiful. Beautiful heritage property.
Fred, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old, does need a refresh...
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing customer service! Wonderful staff!
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming, staff was very accommodating. Breakfast was a 10. Will definitely be back love your city.
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff extremely friendly. I nice alternative to staying downtown.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel to stay at
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay near where we had to go
Lindsay, 1-night trip