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English River Inn

2.0 star property
Lakefront motel in Unorganized Thunder Bay District with free parking

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Premium Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free minibar, individually decorated
Premium Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free minibar, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free minibar, individually decorated

Premium Studio Suite

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free minibar, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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.
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ON-17, Unorganized Thunder Bay District, ON, P0T 1T0

What's nearby

  • Umber Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles

About this property

English River Inn

Motel near Umber Lake
English River Inn provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A dock, barbecue grills, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Outdoor furniture and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Porches or lanais, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • 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

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 available for CAD 10.0 per stay

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
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 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, 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

Property is also known as

English River Inn Motel
English River Inn Unorganized Thunder Bay District
English River Inn Motel Unorganized Thunder Bay District

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 at English River Inn?

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.

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English River Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 192 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice peaceful place to stay in a beautiful part of Ontario.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jean

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

6/10 Okay

Rosa Maria

Disliked: Amenities
Good rest, beds were cozy and washroom clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. Beds good. But no microwave or coffee in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and beautiful. Being to close to the lake and hearing the loons was fantastic. Would 100% stay again, only thing we wish we had was coffee for leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ALFRED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Good for a motel off the beaten path
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, decent price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was pretty basic, but convenient and inexpensive comparatively with nearby overpriced sleeping accommodations. Our room was large and clean, comfortable bed and lounge area. Hot water was limited (warm at best) Need tutorial on TV/Firestick function. When I say “dirty” regarding to he property, that refers to the perimeter of the property which was not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, outdated, no food to purchase for miles.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The good things first. It was available, it was an easy to get to location and it had a lake on the property. The bed was clean and comfortable. The bad… there was mold on the bathroom window, although the windows were closed the highway noise was loud, there was no coffee, tea or breakfast items. The owners had a bonfire in the evening and loud Hindi music. Good thing was it was quiet by 9:30
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Keri

Disliked: Amenities
Comfy bed… no amenities… some things didnt work
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
If you like rustic, old and dated (1960) non comfort sleeping with no service this is the place for you. Dusty, dirty and I would not recommend this motel to anyone!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

R

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the room was clean and the bed comfortable, the property is in much need of maintenance work. Note that there are no facilities around for food or coffee. There is a small fridge in the room, but no coffee machine, so be prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a peaceful place but the hot water ran out after 5 min didn’t quite finish showering.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dirty floors , spider and Cobb webs in ceilings No Air Conditioning. Over priced room for over all condition of hotel . These guys need to really improve the hotel conditions . Would NOT recommend Staff is nice but, hotel needs major updates.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jayesh

Overall it was
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Xx
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Spiders in the room, they turn off the wifi at night, and the bot water was off in the morning. The only redeeming quality is the river.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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

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