Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Victorian Kingston hotel connected to the convention centre, a quick walk to Kingston Penitentiary
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December 2024
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Front of property - evening/night
Courtyard
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Gym
    Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6
  • Kingston Penitentiary
    8 min walk
  • Canada's Penitentiary Museum
    8 min walk
  • George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium
    9 min walk
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    9 min drive

Room options

Queen Bed Sofa

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kingston

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre puts you in the heart of Kingston, connected to the convention centre and within a 20-minute stroll of Kingston Penitentiary and Lake Ontario. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a complimentary breakfast, free self-parking and a conference centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Kingston hotel include Queen's University and Kingston Waterfront.

What's nearby

  • Kingston Penitentiary - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queen's University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Kingston City Hall - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fort Henry - 8 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Station - 8 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Daft Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Victorian Kingston hotel connected to the convention centre, a quick walk to Kingston Penitentiary
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 15 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Kingston hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1841
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hairdryers.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1841
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 December and 6 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on 2 Dec 2024 start from AU$238.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Yep, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre has a free self car park.

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre serve breakfast?

You bet, guests give top marks to the free full brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

No, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

No, pets are not allowed.

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aiman

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The front desk staff was warm and so welcoming. The breakfast was truly enjoyable and the staff were equally warm and friendly. We stayed during a cool period and though the room was cold, after speaking to the front desk we were able to get a space heater which ensures that we were able to sleep comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert Roy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dilan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
While the building has its charm and the staff at the hotel were welcoming, I found the price of $270 per night to be a bit steep for what was offered. The room felt damp, with sheets that were slightly wet and a noticeable old smell. Additionally, the bathroom had some body hair in the corners, which suggested that cleaning might not have been as thorough as expected. The breakfast was quite basic and of low quality; I would have appreciated a few more options, such as cheese—even just cream cheese—and some healthier choices like tomatoes or cucumbers. Despite booking in advance based on positive reviews, I feel that the overall experience didn't quite justify the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The breakfast and staff in the dining area were great. The Coach House Pub is only open for special events. We were in room 314. It over looks the roof. The exhaust fan runs continually. The main concern was a constant noise from the roof like a lawn mower running. 24/7. Yuk! We did tell the front desk with no result
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good food as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was pleasant. Staff was great and the breakfast wonderful as others have mentioned. Nice walk to the Queens campus and easy walk to the water. Our room had a slight smell and the doors closing in the hall were quite noisy which can be wakeful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. About 3 km from the downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

C. Deirdre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff are excellent. General ambience is restful and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
quiet location bed was very comfortable with black out drapes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent historical sites to visit, beautiful hotel, excellent hot and delicious breakfasts buffet and made to order style, modern room, attentive staff.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a wonderful stay. We love the DG and have stayed there often. Would like to see small microwave ovens added to the rooms. Breakfast was excellent as usual; staff wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, excellent breakfast included with stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would hardly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Crystal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Quaint pretty entrance and location. Parking is free and convenient. Beds comfortable. Hot breakfast included and it was very good and the service was excellent. Odd that the paying hotel guests cannot use the onsite restaurant and pub?? Did not appreciate this as would have liked to stay on site to eat as we had a long drive. Overall was a great stay for the value. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Burlington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Beautiful building and setting with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast included with stay. The breakfast team are terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Clean. But not much directly around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024