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Bristow's Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers gather around the outdoor firepit for s'mores or simply relax in the peaceful atmosphere of this serene countryside getaway

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Bristow's Inn in Elmira offers a tranquil retreat with an outdoor firepit and entertainment area. This smoke-free property provides WiFi and features a popular off-leash area. Guests consistently praise its peaceful setting.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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A four-poster bed with a white canopy, a bench at the foot of the bed, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Traditional Room (1)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Traditional Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Elmira, a neighborhood in Township of Woolwich, is home to Bristow's Inn. West Montrose Covered Bridge and Waterloo Visitor & Heritage Information Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurel Creek Conservation Area and Elora Quarry Conservation Area. Waterloo Central Railway and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics are also worth visiting. Visit our Township of Woolwich travel guide
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80 Arthur St S, Township of Woolwich, ON, N3B 2N4

What's nearby

  • St Jacob's Country Playhouse
    4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • The Mennonite Story
    4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • West Montrose Covered Bridge
    7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario
    7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • St. Jacobs Scoolhouse Theatre
    8 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kitchener Station
    21 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rural Roots Brewing Company
    11 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    18 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    9 min drive
  • Harvest Moon
    6 min drive

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

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  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50.44 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: CAD 200

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 50.44 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: CAD 40.00 per stay

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Bristow's Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 50.44 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bristow's Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Bristow's Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bristow's Inn located?

Located in Elmira, this guesthouse is 2 mi (3.3 km) from St Jacob's Country Playhouse and 2 mi (3.3 km) from The Mennonite Story. Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario and St. Jacobs Scoolhouse Theatre are also within 6 mi (10 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

Bristow's Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Srivatsan

Quaint and quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet, comfortable, very "warm" feeling, unique.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, tidy and comfortable. The owners were helpful and gave clear directions. Parking was great, close to the house and away from the road. Breakfast was good, and well stocked. We did not get to meet any staff during our stay but did run into a couple of pleasant fellow travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

soj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot in the area! Historical charm, welcoming vibe and community. You'll pretty much have everything you need at a hotel, just packaged in a cutesy, cottagey format. Lots of cool art and things to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This charming Inn was the perfect overnight stay. Jodie was a perfect host (very accommodating:)), room was clean and on site parking made our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and relaxing stay. We enjoyed the room, breakfast, and common areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very interesting concept for a B&B, there is no contact with the owner yet everything is extremely well communicated and provided for your use and comfort. The owner does live on site and just a text away. It was quaint, clean, comfortable and quiet all you need for a little get away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bristow Inn was a great place to stay for a short weekend road trip. It was close to the places we were visiting: Elora, Fergus, and Kitchener. It was a charming house and our room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodations, nice breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location…comfortable room…breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super stay- awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Bristow Inn is a unique accommodation. I loved that it was central to many of the amenities in Elmira, especially the Woolwich Memorial Centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our week at the Bristow Inn. Comfortable and cozy accommodations. We love being able to relax and read or play games in the common areas when we were not off exploring. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIM LEAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick to respond to inquiries. Well stocked fridge and pantry for self serve continental breakfast in main floor and mini fridge in bedroom. Perfect spot to visit my son at Waterloo, catch a show at St Jacobs playhouse, and visit market. Very spacious room with very comfortable bed, and ceiling fan.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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A beautiful place- every little detail and special piece of it is unique and special. Very comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Viet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy check in, very friendly owner and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great, quiet stay, exactly what we were looking for. I love the historical house, the room was spacious and comfortable. We ate takeout barbecue on the outdoor patio!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Domenico

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Felt like home. Perfect location, close to St Jacobs, Elora, Fergus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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I absolutely LOVED my stay at Bristow’s Inn. It was comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Bristow's Inn with my family and found the entire property immaculately clean, from the polished floors to the fresh linens in the cozy guest room. The check-in and check-out process was seamless and well-organized, with clear instructions and timely communication that made settling in and departing effortless.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Lovely home with beautiful rooms. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful historic home with so much charm. Our room was so beautiful and comfortable. Hosts were so kind and accommodating. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old heritage home. Cleanliness excellent. Location very good to everything…host very engaging and an historian in his own right.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great place to stay

Everything was wonderful, easy to get in and out. Clean room and good breakfast. The only thing I would like to see is at least 1 rack to put luggage on, 2 would be fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice comfortable budget friendly B&B. Very conveniently located to do day trips to lots of quaint places. Fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries and local jams were some of the breakfast offerings and the coffee was fresh and hot each morning. This was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024