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Great Blue Heron Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Scugog with a casino and a 24-hour business center

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Reception
Casino
Check-in/check-out kiosk
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Front of property
Travelers find upscale comfort at the Great Blue Heron Hotel, where a casino, coffee shop/cafe and bar create a well-rounded experience. The hotel provides in-room WiFi and maintains a business center that operates 24 hours a day for seamless work needs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Two Queen - Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King - Casino View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Suite - Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard King - Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Two Queen - Casino View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Two Queen - Casino View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Accessible King - Casino View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Accessible King - Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Suite - Casino View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Suite - Casino View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Dining table
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
21777 Island Rd, Scugog, ON, L9L 1B6

What's nearby

  • Great Blue Heron Charity Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Scugog - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Port Perry Waterfront - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Port Perry Fair Ground - 15 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Deer Run Golf Course - 51 min drive - 35.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Old Flame Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bargain Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Great Blue Heron Hotel

Upscale hotel
A casino, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Great Blue Heron Hotel. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • A computer station, concierge services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Casino
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 49 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 49
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 49 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus CAD 49 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Great Blue Heron Hotel Hotel
Great Blue Heron Hotel Scugog
Great Blue Heron Hotel Hotel Scugog

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Blue Heron Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 49 per accommodation, per night. A cleaning fee of CAD 49 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Great Blue Heron Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Blue Heron Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Great Blue Heron Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Great Blue Heron Hotel located?

Situated in Scugog, this hotel is steps from Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Scugog and Seven Mile Island. Platten Island and Scugog Shores Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Great Blue Heron Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 465 out of 708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 708 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allan j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, casino was fun .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anh Trong

great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay if you are going for the casino.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both times we have stayed here it was amazing! The rooms are big, the beds are comfortable and everything was clean. Was such an amazing stay both times! Price of the rooms were good as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, well-appointed, and spacious rooms. Easy parking. The only thing missing is a restaurant for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New modern hotel, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was very friendly. Loved to be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are there just to gamble youll enjoy your stay. The food is bad but staff is friendly, not much around besides downtown Port Perry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice clean hotel staff was nice and accommodating for your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds where comfortable we had great night sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Clean, spacious and great friendly staff. My top choice to stay when visiting family in Port Perry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious and modern. The bathtub was amazing the bed not so comfortable front desk staff amazing only thing is there is no breakfast at the eatery on the weekends what I stay there again absolutely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have expected to pay much more for this excellent hotel. Clean, fancy, super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would def stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Queen beds were phenomenal. Cleaning staff 10/10 waiters 10/10 casio dealers and security 10/10 absolutely stunning place, had an incredible time, love the location, everything was over the top! Truly wonderful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Reception staff very helpful, let us check in at 2pm. Room was impeccable, bed so comfy, black out curtain amazing. Free parking outside. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Nice spacious new rooms. Next to Casino.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There are not a lot of hotel options in the area--this was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our king suite, nicely furnished and quite large.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing for the price we paid. Very impressed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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