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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Guests start their day with a delicious full breakfast and invigorating workout at this eco-certified hotel near Queen's University, known for its warm hospitality.

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The Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers an eco-friendly experience that guests consistently praise for its excellent breakfast. Travelers can relax in the garden, get energized at the gym, and take advantage of complimentary WiFi and convenient dry cleaning services.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(152 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

Queen Bed Sofa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kingston, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is connected to the convention center. Kingston Penitentiary and Fort Henry are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kingston Waterfront and Lake Ontario. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium or Slush Puppie Place. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Kingston travel guide
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421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6

What's nearby

  • A large white stone building with a central dome, arched windows, and a flagpole.
    Kingston Penitentiary
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A blue sign with gold lettering for the Penitentiary Museum, featuring a key and torch symbol.
    Canada's Penitentiary Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic stone building with a turret and a large arched window.
    Queen's University
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a stone tower, and a grassy area with a bench.
    Kingston Waterfront
    8 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bellevue House National Historic Site
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston Station
    8 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons Express
    3 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    20 min walk
  • Daft Brewing
    3 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    12 min walk
  • Portsmouth Tavern
    12 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1841
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre located?

Located in the heart of Kingston, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary and Lake Ontario. Kingston Waterfront and Queen's University 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

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 828 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1176 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Carmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property with friendly staff. Breakfast was excellent. Highly recommend hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small intimate hotel with few of usual amenities eg pool and restaurant, but clean and friendly with a superb breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and all that was required. Buffet breakfast was wonderful with great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Annalise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - friendly and warm environment. The breakfast is great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Ashly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet property, friendly staff, close to downtown and the university campus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a clean and quiet place to stay. We will come back again when visiting Kingston again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - about 35 min walk downtown and 5 min walk to the university. Beautiful spot with a courtyard, clean rooms and breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was friendly and helpful, beds were super comfortable, breakfast was outstanding. If you plan on doing the Kingston Pen tour this is conveniently located and within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful front desk staff, an excellent breakfast in the morning and the garden courtyard was beautiful and not something you'd find at most hotels. Best deal in Kingston.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yuanshen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and we slept so well! We appreciated the delicious buffet breakfast. Close to downtown Kingston and the university, this unique place is excellent value!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing! Room was spacious and clean. Grounds were beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast! Clean room and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 day stay. The location is great and the grounds were beautiful. The room was very comfortable and breakfasts terrific. Staff were helpful and polite.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Friendly staff with great recommendation for nearby pub - 15 min stroll to historic Portsmouth Pub, perfect! Spacious room lovely quiet place to be in historic Kingston. Delicious buffet breakfast with smiling, friendly and efficient staff. Highly recommend this lovely place, we will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property were very clean with a little vintage charm. The included parking was convenient and the complimentary breakfast was by far the best
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staffs were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent and the server were very accomodating. Parking is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED my stay. The staff were so polite and helpful. The rooms are spacious, bright and clean. Close proximity to downtown and plenty of parking. The grounds are nicely maintained and well back from a busy road. Room rate includes a fantastic breakfast buffet! This would definitely be my #1 choice for my next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marc-André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice reception, old property but clean, included a simple breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Shezana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was very good and clean. Great service and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast, grounds, facilities & common rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026