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The Prince Arthur Hotel

Property class: 2
Victorian hotel near Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay

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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a brick counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A building with a sign for 'Prince Arthur' and a blue awning.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a potted plant, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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17 North Cumberland Street, Thunder Bay, ON, P7A 4K8
  • Place, Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Prince Arthur's Landing
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnus Theater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Lake View, Executive Level

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

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

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

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

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

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Double Bed, City View, Executive Level

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(88 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

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

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(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

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About the area

Thunder Bay

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.Your stay at this Thunder Bay hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay and Magnus Theater. Also, Prince Arthur's Landing is within half a mile (1 km) and Hillcrest Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Prince Arthur's Landing - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Magnus Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hillcrest Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port Arthur Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Exotic Indian Eats - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Anchor & Ore - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Roosters Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Prince Arthur Hotel

Victorian hotel near Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay
The Prince Arthur Hotel offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 10000 square feet (929 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Prince Arthur Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Thunder Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 10000 sq ft of conference space
  • 929 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1911
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Prince Arthur Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 March 4 2026 to January 1 2028 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Prince Arthur Hotel
Prince Arthur Waterfront
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel Thunder Bay
Prince Arthur Waterfront Thunder Bay
Prince Arthur Thunder Bay
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites Thunder Bay, Ontario
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel And Suites
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites Hotel
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites Thunder Bay
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites Hotel Thunder Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Prince Arthur Hotel to the airport?

The Prince Arthur Hotel is 7.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Prince Arthur Hotel?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Prince Arthur Hotel on Nov 17, 2026 start from CA $139, 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 The Prince Arthur Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Prince Arthur Hotel.

How close is The Prince Arthur Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 13.8 mi (25-min drive) from Sandy Beach.

Does The Prince Arthur Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Prince Arthur Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 10 and 20 for adults, CAD 10 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Prince Arthur Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gateway Casinos Thunder Bay (5-min walk) and Thunder Bay Community Bingo (6-min drive) are nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at The Prince Arthur Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Prince Arthur Hotel have a pool?

The Prince Arthur Hotel features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Prince Arthur Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Prince Arthur Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Prince Arthur Hotel to downtown Thunder Bay?

The Prince Arthur Hotel is 4 mi away from Thunder Bay.

The Prince Arthur Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 110 out of 1002 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast with charming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge room...great breakfast...great staff...right downtown...close to everything...good price...woukd definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the nice part of a city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast. Was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic hotel in Thunder Bay, nice view of Lake Superior, very friendly staff. Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was a good size and in good condition for the age of the property. Pool area was quite rundown and cold. Secure parking downtown was certainly a plus. The property was busy with a variety of guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice rooms. Our beds were pretty hard. Nice and quiet to get some good relaxation
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is great. Staff was outstanding for helping me find a suitable room. Breakfast was outstanding! Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location: Easy to get to downtown area and the waterfront. Ample parking was available. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel rooms are a nice size. The area was a bit sketchy with a lot of intoxicated people hanging around the building. Security was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They need to do some Reno’s. Room was dirty (handprints on the headboard) and in rough shape. Staff was very pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff friendly. We appreciated the complimentary breakfast in their restaurant. It was good - not great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
An older place ok for a quick stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The girl at the front desk was amazing. Serina I think. Thanks for everything. See you next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean with helpful staff and great restaurant. An older establishment, well maintained with a lot of history.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the property had everything we needed. We especially liked the beautiful view of the lake. It made our stay very pleasant and relaxing. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is dated but you can still feel the echoes of the 1911 Grand Dame she used to be. Excellent staff; Fresh breakfast and terrific pool - clesn, deep and made for swimming.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank u for the breakfast very appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Hotel is definitely old and shows its wear. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was good. Liked the location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed my stay at the hotel. Everyone very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful old hotel with great rooms and excellent front desk service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

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