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The Arlington Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers sip cold drinks from the bar while enjoying the sunshine on the lakeside patio at this welcoming spot on Papineau Lake Beach

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Visitors relax on Papineau Lake Beach at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel. The bar offers refreshing drinks, and the sun-kissed terrace invites lounging. Friends challenge each other to billiards, and in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected during their stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Hastings Highlands travel guide
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32990 Highway 62, PO Box 87, Hastings Highlands, ON, K0L 2S0

What's nearby

  • Sunrise over Lake St. Peter
    Lake St. Peter
    10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Hastings Highlands Town Hall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hastings Highlands Public Library
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Madawaska Art Shop
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Algonquin Provincial Park - East Gate
    43 min drive - 38.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sun Run Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Algonquin Gourmet Butter Tarts
    1 min walk
  • Memories Bakery & Tea Room
    4 min walk
  • Sunrun Cafe
    2 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
  • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Arlington Hotel - Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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?

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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Reviews

The Arlington Hotel - Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Great value

A well run hostel with all that you need for a comfortable stop over. Friendly and welcoming staff. Well stocked kitchen with everything you need to prepare your food. Fans are available for those warmer days and nights.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Azimu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable stay for solo traveler

Clean overall, and well equipped. Squeaky floor and stairs everywhere, bedroom door very tight to close and open and also very squeaky. For the price point its ok, but will be appreciated and feel ethical to fix those issues.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

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

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

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

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

damir, berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Relaxing area

Never underestimate the weather in Canada =) It's a quiet place and a short way to Algonquin park. Also nice people are her =)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Mark, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

it is Ok for the price .

the staff could not find my reservation even I had confirmation from Expedia.com
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Toronto

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

a nice experience all and all

A good location to explore Algonquin park, the staff is really friendly, basic but neat, comfortable and clean. Large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Andy, Toronto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not too pricey if you can stand the smell

Only saw the hotel staff once at checkin. It was quiet. However the smell was a bit much, it make you feel the hotel is not clean. The smell is probably due to poor ventilation, and the age of the building. The bathrrom garbage was filled to the top and the bag was not changed. The overall feel was a bit awkward.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good way-point to/from Algonquin Provincial Park

Small friendly, hostel environment with a nice communal kitchen (fridge, oven, toaster and prep sink) and separate common room where there are lots of VHS videos to play on the TV as well as some board games. There is a small general store/gas station across the road at which one can get basic supplies but the closest town is Bancroft, approximately 12 miles away. There is a pub on the main floor and the hostel is on the second and third floors. If the pub is hopping (think weekends), you'll enjoy the music no matter where you are in the building. :-) The communal shower needs a bit of work and should be improved as the property goes forward. While these are not luxurious accommodations, the property is a welcome way-point coming from (or going to) nearby Algonquin Park. Other properties in the general area (i.e., Bancroft of Haliburton) are often at least double (or triple) the price...but then you get the on-suite facilities, in-room TV and so on.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
hot weather no air condishioning in the hotel , too must stairs for older people