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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel connected to the convention centre in Kingston with free breakfast

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Room, 1 King Bed
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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
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is €136
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

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Queen Bed Sofa

Queen Bed Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(99 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Kingston, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is connected to the convention centre. Kingston Penitentiary and Rideau Canal are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kingston Waterfront and Lake Ontario. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium or Slush Puppie Place. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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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 Station - 8 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daft Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Eco-certified hotel near Queen's University
Located close to Kingston Penitentiary, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre provides free full breakfast, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a gym.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A banquet hall, concierge services and a vending machine
  • A lift, luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 80 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

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

Things to do

  • Gym

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

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

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 at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 December and 6 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 27 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on 21 Sept 2025 start from €136.29, 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.

How much is parking at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre located?

Located in the heart of Kingston, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary and Lake Ontario. Queen's University is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1015 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly checkin clean rooms convenient location great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Amenities
Loved the old buildings and lovely grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

DOUGLAS

Liked: Amenities
Nothing special but quite comfortable and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s clean, friendly staff, plaza very close by
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast service was outstanding
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean and beautiful surroundings Friendly staff and good breakfast checking in and out very fast and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, clean, friendly staff & great breakfast included. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nazgol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent hotel, nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is a real plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historical building. The staff was very helpful the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woow love the central yard and the bldg is so beautiful and the breakfast was amazing going back in September
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay, friendly staff, clean room, very nice property, will return 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was the best!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Property is safe, quiet and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean, quiet and has a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

olena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast, bitifull place as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean and staff/employees are kind and professional to act. Close to the city and quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building very clean and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Clean and very cute place !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good buffet breakfast and very pleasant wait staff Room very plain and clean but washroom extremely small
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at the Donald Gordon Hotel. Friendly staff, clean comfortable room and a lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a real gem in the Kingston area - highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arooj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a peaceful location, very close to Queen's University and has a bus stop just outside for easy commuting to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025