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English River Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers gather around the firepit under starry skies, with lake views just steps from their rooms, breathing in the refreshing air of the natural surroundings.

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A rural road with a gravel shoulder, a stone wall, and a lit sign for the English Inn. - English River Inn (Unorganized Thunder Bay District)
A compact kitchen with a breakfast bar, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a television, and a mounted TV. - English River Inn (Unorganized Thunder Bay District)
A small, single-story building with a red brick facade and a white door labeled "Office." - English River Inn (Unorganized Thunder Bay District)
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and two lamps. - English River Inn (Unorganized Thunder Bay District)
A compact room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a dining area, and a window. - English River Inn (Unorganized Thunder Bay District)
English River Inn on Umber Lake offers a warm, restorative welcome. Guests can toast marshmallows at the firepit or explore peaceful garden paths. With in-room WiFi and 24/7 front desk service, visitors stay connected while truly unwinding.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a dining area, and a window.

Premium Studio Suite

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and two lamps.

Deluxe Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Unorganized Thunder Bay District, English River Inn is in a rural area and on a lake. Umber Lake is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Englis River travel guide
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ON-17, Unorganized Thunder Bay District, ON, P0T 1T0

What's nearby

  • Umber Lake
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: CAD 10 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

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is English River Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at English River Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at English River Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is English River Inn located?

Situated in Unorganized Thunder Bay District, this motel is steps from Umber Lake.

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

English River Inn Reviews

6.2

6.2

Cleanliness

5.2

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 235 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Lorne

Liked: Staff & service
Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A peaceful place and kind people .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing place and there kitchen was quaint but right in. Relaxing by lake was nice after a long drive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this place! So beautiful and the separate kitchen was so welcoming in a diner setting. Love it!! Grounds are amazing. Such a gem, right off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lakeview. No AC, but that was okay as it was cool. Bathroom was clean. Beds were somewhat comfy. Lots of mosquitoes, but with it being right next to a lake, that is to be expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee Anne

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

Nice place to stay

Peaceful and comfortable
View of lake from room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lake view is great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Jean

Liked: Staff & service
Nice location. Good service from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lou-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty location. Separate kitchen location for guests to use.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Disliked: Amenities
Staff was friendly and showed room before checking you in. For food you will need to drive a distance to find a restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angelo

STAFF VERY COURTEOUS. Place is old. And slightly maintained with badics like floor, shower and sinks clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would stay again

Just needs an update. Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonita

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting of the property was excellent. The Motel itself is old and in need of repair. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, super hospitality, great food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Peaceful location and friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff/managers!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Clean bed and room, good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephane

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were really nice and helpful. The lady’s cooking was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ilona

Disliked: Amenities
Lovely location, convenient. Lacks personal contact. No coffee or tea and not close to any options. Lots of potential.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner was kind and accommodating when we asked for things we needed. It is an old dated motel literally in the middle of nowhere. We missed that. We thought English River was a town with the Inn located there. However the beautiful view from our room was incredible, that was a big bonus. The King bed was really comfortable. Great night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Passing by here, it is really a beautiful and quiet place. People are also warm and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Les

Liked: Staff & service
Basic clean accommodation to stop in the middle of nowhere. Was cycling through the area and needed a stop. Food is available to order. Had a delicious burger. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much. We had some delays in getting there, and staff were very patient and accommodating when we arrived. Really appreciate it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

CHRISTINE

Liked: Staff & service

Great staff

The staff were great. The room had mosquitos and there were cobwebs on a couple of the lamps. The motel is well priced and we did get good rest. An air conditioner would have been good. The rooms need an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025