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The Arlington Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Papineau Lake Beach

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Front of property
Breakfast area
Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Interior
Relax on the scenic shores of Papineau Lake Beach and unwind at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel. Enjoy a drink at the bar, challenge friends to billiards, or simply lounge on the sun-kissed terrace with in-room WiFi always within reach. Guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Hastings Highlands is home to The Arlington Hotel - Hostel. While the natural beauty of Papineau Lake Beach and Algonquin Provincial Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
32990 Highway 62, PO Box 87, Hastings Highlands, ON, K0L 2S0

What's nearby

  • Hastings Highlands Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Madawaska Art Shop - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Papineau Lake - 22 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Papineau Lake Beach - 26 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Lake St. Peter Provincial Park - 26 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sun Run Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunrun Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Memories Bakery & Tea Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Arlington Hotel - Hostel

Hostel near Papineau Lake Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a library, and a bar at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
  • A billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Arlington Hotel Hostel Maynooth
Arlington Hotel Hostel
Arlington Maynooth
Arlington Hotel Hostel Hastings Highlands
Arlington Hastings Highlands
The Arlington Hotel Hostel
The Arlington Hotel - Hostel Hastings Highlands
The Arlington Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Arlington Hotel - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Arlington Hotel - Hostel located?

Situated in Hastings Highlands, this hostel is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Papineau Lake Beach and 28.9 mi (46.5 km) from Algonquin Provincial Park.

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The Arlington Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jayadev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Its a lovely spot at the crossroad leading to the mighty Algonquin Park! This region is sacred, and pristine & special to its indigenous habitants,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fun hostel with lots of character! Staff was friendly and helpful, and the property had lots of charm. Bear in mind, it is a hostel, not a hotel; if you aren't used to staying in a hostel, this is not the place for you. Local breakfast places are incredible. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty and very smelly. There were used q-tips on the floor and the place smelled like fecal matter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Purple Palace is a gem. Bring friends.

Great spot. Great cool hostel experience. Great service , super clean. An excellent base for exploring Algonquin park solo or with friends. The video is chill with a bit of rock n roll. Roland will treat you right. Great attention to detail in following the rules and setting up out side. Civilized beer and local tips abound. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Richard., Ottawa, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed watching the sunset from the common room on the third floor. A good place for an overnight especially when cold and rain did not make camping attractive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked the option of a tv but I can see why no tvs
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very closed to Algonquin Park, but there is literally no sound blocking system in place . We can hear everything, from next door's family conversation to front desk's check in, to everybody walking to the bathroom at dawn, to people walking and running at the hall and upstairs. Bring ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

10月始めにりようしましたが、周りには何もないせいか宿泊客が3人だけでした。2階にバストイレは2つだけ。混んでたら奪い合いかも。施設は古いけど値段を考えると十分です。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the antique furniture! Bed was wide and comfortable!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere is awesome. This has the best vibes of any hostel I've ver been in. The staff and the guests were very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Ap

I would have given a better review if I were provided with towels. There were no towels provided! Overall conditions of the Hotel is fairly good. I think with this price, the Hotel offers decent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Arlington was perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

FRANK, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are amazingly friendly . The best tlstuff for your money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There aren’t many hostels in this part of the world and this one does it really well. People and service are very nice. My stay was on a Friday and it was open mic night at the bar. The small crowd was super friendly and welcoming. Really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Algonquin road trip

Good, inexpensive place to stay. Has lots of character...shared bathrooms...very clean...lots of stairs so not good for people with mobility issues...close to Algonquin Park
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

good to limited budget stay and cook by youself

owner is nice, room is clear and free wifi and parking all good. only shower water flow is too small and water temperature is not stable. may be another bath room is better I did not try. no restaurant around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

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