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The Prince Arthur Hotel

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Located close to Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay and Magnus Theater, The Prince Arthur Hotel provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Portside Steak & Seafood, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and conference space.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Lake View, Executive Level

7.8 out of 10
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(47 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a desk lamp.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

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(40 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through the window.

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Executive Level

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(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a large window with curtains.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

7.2 out of 10
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(89 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned armchair, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, a desk with a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a plant, and a view of the city through large windows.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
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(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a patterned carpet.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a window with curtains, and a bench.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

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(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a microwave, and a view of the city.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Thunder Bay, The Prince Arthur Hotel is in the business district and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hillcrest Park and Centennial Park, while Magnus Theater and Thunder Bay Community Auditorium are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Port Arthur Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ice skating. Visit our Thunder Bay travel guide
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17 North Cumberland Street, Thunder Bay, ON, P7A 4K8

What's nearby

  • Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prince Arthur's Landing
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Magnus Theater
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Port Arthur Stadium
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Exotic Indian Eats
    6 min walk
  • Anchor & Ore
    6 min walk
  • Subway
    9 min walk
  • Roosters Bistro
    1 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 uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: CAD 10 to 20 for adults and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Portside Steak & Seafood

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,000 square feet of conference space
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 29 2026 to November 6 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 20 for adults, and CAD 10 to 20 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does The Prince Arthur Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM. The property will be renovating the pool from October 29 2026 to November 6 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is The Prince Arthur Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total). There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Prince Arthur Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Prince Arthur Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Prince Arthur Hotel located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay, Magnus Theater, and Prince Arthur's Landing. Hillcrest Park and Port Arthur Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

The Prince Arthur Hotel Reviews

7.2

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7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 1000 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice and clean hotel with professional and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Interesting place to stay. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I had a room facing the water and that made my stay perfect. Checking in and out was so easy snd the staff there were so pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pool was great, beds were clean, bathroom updated and the breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this 100 year old hotel. Restaurant was great. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff.good breakfast.close to waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was good, although some furnitures were a bit old. Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great restaurant for breakfast, clean room too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Check in was seamless and quick. Room was newly renovated, bed was very comfortable and the room was quiet with a lovely view. Washroom was a bit small, including the sink (couldn't refill water bottles). Overall a nice stay close to many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Will go there again. Staff was very helpful breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We all ways enjoy our stays at this hotel. The staff has always treated us kindly and the property is always clean. This is an old hotel that has held it charm and is conveniently located in downtown town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and nice room, quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great breakfast included and great supper in their restaurant the night before.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I liked the view of the sleeping giant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, few small things were not cleaned, staff was very friendly and the complimentary breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming well maintained waterfront historic hotel in older section of town with walkable restaurants and areas of interest nearby. Room was well maintained with modern amenities. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location is convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Older, historic hotel on the water overlooking the Sleeping Giant. Very helpful staff. Provided handicap facilities and a free breakfast meal ticket. Conveniently located downtown. Handicap parking. Special elevator that will not move up without a room card. Feel very safe in this building.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was clean, breakfast was great. Good value for the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Excellent downtown location that is a short walk to Prince Arthur Landing. On-site parking is a plus. Breakfast was included with the stay. The food was excellent. All staff we interacted with were welcoming and helpful. Overall, a very positive experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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It has historically value and great view of Lake Superior
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was pleasantly surprised this visit. Haven’t stayed here in a couple years and it felt much cleaner, friendlier, clean quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely loved our stay at this modernized historic place. From the 5th floor we could see the old train depot and the bay where big ships were moored. Easy access to the walkway along the water. Also walking distance to a nice casino and many shops. Had a great time. Perfect place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026