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Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian hotel near Queen's University, connected to the convention center

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A modern building with large windows and a well-maintained garden with colorful flowers.
A stone building with a garden and outdoor seating area.
A grand staircase with a metal railing, brick walls, and arched windows in a spacious interior.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by stone walls and greenery.
A large auditorium with tiered seating and a stage at the front.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6
  • Place, Kingston Penitentiary
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Canada's Penitentiary Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen's University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 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
(164 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 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

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About the area

Kingston

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Ontario and Queen's University. Canada's Penitentiary Museum and Kingston Penitentiary are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Kingston Penitentiary - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canada's Penitentiary Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bellevue House National Historic Site - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queen's University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 8 min drive - 3.3 km

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

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

3-star Victorian hotel near Queen's University, connected to the convention center
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 15 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Kingston hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1841
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre to the airport?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is 4.5 mi (9-min drive) away from the Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

As of Sept 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on Sept 8, 2026 start from CA $195, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre.

How close is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Breakwater Park and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Richardson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offer free breakfast?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre have a pool?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre does not have a pool.

Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre to downtown Kingston?

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is 1.5 mi away from Kingston.

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 833 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1196 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc-André

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Krzysztof

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, staff were friendly and helpful the breakfast was amazing and the room was clean and very comfortable. A+++ place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a good place to stay in Kingston... clean spacious room and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shabnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

antigoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in Kingston!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when you need to be close to Queen's University. The staff was very helpful, and the rooms were very clean. Breakfast was excellent and served in a room with a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and a good size. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

farin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Kingston
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, breakfast food was not very warm with cold plates, parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Easy parking. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ample, wirh extensive selections. Staff was helpful and well informed. Location is very good, grounds extensive and buildings well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great staff very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious and very quiet. Bed was really comfortable slept brilliantly. Location was a little way from Kingston centre but we used public bus which was perfect stop just outside of hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was hit and fresh , rooms were clean and comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff extremely friendly, breakfast had a lot of options for a buffet, parking was well illuminated and felt safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean unique property. Parking and breakfast both amazing. Conveniently located close to downtown. Staff was great, would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful clean hotel with an incredible breakfast buffet! We will be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry Kwok Fung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2026