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Abba Boutique Inn

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A grand hallway with a wooden staircase, a chandelier, and a large potted plant. - Abba Boutique Inn (St. John's)
A room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a view of the city through large windows. - Abba Boutique Inn (St. John's)
A town with a prominent church featuring a tall steeple and a large arched window. - Abba Boutique Inn (St. John's)
A two-story building with a sign reading "ABBA INN GUEST HOUSE". - Abba Boutique Inn (St. John's)
A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden cabinet, two leather chairs, a small round table, and a view of trees through the window. - Abba Boutique Inn (St. John's)
Located close to Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and The Rooms, Abba Boutique Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a fireplace, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bench, dresser, lamp, chair, fireplace, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown St. John's, a neighborhood in St. John's, Abba Boutique Inn is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Signal Hill National Historic Site and Cape Spear National Historic Site, while The Rooms and Johnson Geo Centre are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Mary Brown's Centre, and consider making time for George Street, a top attraction not to be missed. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and mountain biking in the area. Visit our St. John's travel guide
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Map
36 Queens Road, St. John's, NL, A1C2A5

What's nearby

  • A large, illuminated church with two towers and a clock.
    Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A view through large windows of a coastal landscape with hills, a body of water, and a distant cityscape.
    The Rooms
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A storefront with a sign for 'Open Late Night For Food Service' and 'Fresh Live Atlantic Lobster'.
    George Street
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a harbor, including boats, buildings, and a hilly background.
    Port of St. John's
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mary Brown's Centre
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    7 min walk
  • The Duke of Duckworth
    6 min walk
  • Bagel Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Terre Cafe
    6 min walk
  • On The Rocks
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Dining table

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1894
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: CAD 50

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Guests will receive instructions for key retrieval after booking.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - 898459284
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property is unable to accommodate guests' dietary restrictions.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 1 July to 15 September

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Frequently asked questions

Is Abba Boutique Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Abba Boutique Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Abba Boutique Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Abba Boutique Inn located?

Located in Downtown St. John's, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and The Rooms. George Street and Mary Brown's Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Abba Boutique Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 585 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The bed and bedding were great. No coffee pot. A kettle with instant coffee. The bathroom mirror was up too high for my wife to see more than her eyes! She’s 5’2”. She used the bedroom mirror with the blow dryer. The rest was good and clean. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location in an historic building with view of the downtown harbour. No parking but staff provided a permit for on-road parking which worked well. Slight smell of cooking in main public areas. Air conditioning was a bit iffy, but then St John's is not a tropical destination so all was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dave and Judy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Abba was in a fantastic location but with the St Johns parking and no air conditioning it needs some improvements. Hopefully they can due some upgrades and improve the experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well-stocked with milk, butter, tea and coffee, as well as mugs, glasses and wine-glasses, soap and shampoo.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Madison

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The site is beautiful and well maintained. The room is clean and nice, stocked with tea and coffee. You also have a mini fridge and microwave in room. Parking is street parking only so I recommend asking for a parking pass early on to ensure you can park in front of the building as it is mainly permit required only parking in the area. less than a block from the main doors is a park with homeless individuals day and night. Although we never had issues with anyone, you do walk past this area or park your vehicle in front or near it. When walking in the main doors there is a strong smell, but once inside your room you can no longer smell it. The staff were quick to respond and provide us with what we needed when asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean large room, shops nearby, reasonable rates.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeannie

Liked: Staff & service
Good location for touring around St Johns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located and good value!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

AYO

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It was a safe and quiet space to stay while away from your regular busy city.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had lots of character and a beautiful view of St John’s, the harbour and the ocean. The bed was comfortable and, despite the cold weather, we were very warm. The location was perfect for attending the Brier at Mary Brown’s Centre and exploring the city. We found easy street parking a few steps away (as long as we moved the car by noon). There was no daily service but everything we asked for was done very quickly.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

Couples get away!

The room was clean with small refrigerator, with an air conditioner, very quiet building. Very comfortable bed. Close to downtown, restaurants, pubs, an amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close to downtown and quick drive to the airport. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, room was well kept and had a great view. Parking was a little inconvenient but not terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Donna and Bruce were very welcoming. Made a great recommendation for dinner. We had a wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ellery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anitia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room in a quiet area, nice coupe take care of the place and super clean nice room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

apple

Amazing and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely perfect there is nothing that I can say bad or discouraging about Abba. Perfect location I was able to walk everywhere in St. John’s from here. I would highly recommend this place to anyone if I was asked.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again. Clean and close to everything you need. If you're looking for the true Newfoundland experience and don't want a fancy hotel....this is your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice beautiful room and super convenient location. Parking can be very limited at times and there is a bit of noise for those who like it quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a boutique hotel in an older building. There is a certain charm with the architecture and the high ceilings; however, with an older building there is poor sound-proofing (we heard every step the upstairs guests made). Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The room needed a deep clean as there were dust-bunnies under the chairs and in the corners. The hard surface floors are great but were not very clean when we arrived. There was grit and fingernail clippings that did not belong to us. We walked around in our socks to keep the room clean but that also revealed how dirty the floors were. The location is great; right beside Jelly Bean row and within walking distance of downtown. The parking was as advertised but there are only 7 or 8 spaces on the street for non-residents, happily we always found a place to park each day. The check-in process was non-contact. We were given lots of information prior to check-in and an info pack on arrival. There was a guest directory provided with some information on local attractions and restaurant suggestions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Disliked: Room comfort
Good location, close to downtown.Poor climate control. Parking a bit of a challenge ( no guarantee).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heritage property, charming, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I liked the charming inn and the location was close to the water. Waking up and seeing the harbor every morning was pleasant to be eyes. The continental breakfast was good. I would definitely stay here again. I also liked the location of the inn being in the community.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet spot steps away from downtown! Relaxing and enjoyable. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024