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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AED 458
AED 544 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Bed Sofa | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Bed Sofa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kingston, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is connected to the convention center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Rideau Canal. 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
Map
421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6

What's nearby

  • Kingston Penitentiary
    Kingston Penitentiary
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canada's Penitentiary Museum
    Canada's Penitentiary Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ontario Hall Building at Queen's University - Kingston - Canada
    Queen's University
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kingston Waterfront
    Kingston Waterfront
    6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bellevue House National Historic Site
    7 min walk - 0.6 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
  • Tim Hortons
    12 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive

About this property

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre

Hotel near Lake Ontario
Located close to Queen's University, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre provides free full breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a gym.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 80 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on 12 April 2026 start from AED 458, 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.

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. Canada's Penitentiary Museum and George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1042 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and service. Hope everyone left the staff a big tip!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly clean and a hot breakfast. We would definetly come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was absolutely lovely. We weren't crazy about our 2nd floor room so Wil happily showed us another on the 1st floor. We loved it, my only complaint is there wasnt hot water when I took a shower at around 2:00 a.m. It was tepid to start and eventually got warmer after about 10 minutes but not hot. We requested a late checkout but our phone was ringing and then housekeeping knocked on our door in the morning. Miscommunication, I guess. Not a big deal. The price was awesome, great breakfast buffet, comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
wonderful place and experience. staff were exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
quaint property. Bed was pretty hard; room was nice enough. Conditioner and body wash completely empty in the shower which wasn't exactly appreciated. But overall a nice place. Breakfast was lovely and the wait staff there very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Vickie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The boiler system broke and the hotel was freezing. No heat from early Saturday morning til who knows when. No heaters offered. Could shower but then froze trying to get ready. Trying to eat breakfast at the buffet was like eating in a freezer. No even mentioned the issue at that point either. We finally went to the front desk to ask what was going on. They offered a 10% discount only at that point. We had to push to get a refund for the second night and only got 50% discount for the first night which was ridiculous because we had to find another hotel to stay at and no considerationfor the inconvenience. There was only a small sign at the front desk informing guests of the issue. It is a shame because it could be a very nice hotel but they really need to renovate the hotel and update things like the boiler and air conditioning and even the rooms. Unfortunately, we will not be staying there again. .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only complaint was the shower and power sockets. Shower head was noisy and temp hard to control. Power in the bathroom and on the lamp did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

William R.

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Beware of when you reserve. They almost double theit rates at busy periods connected with the university.. Other Kingston locations don't do that.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We (3 adults) have stayed here before and were happy with the property. This time, we were told that we have to pull out & put on the bedding for the pull out couch. We had asked at the front desk about the 2nd bed being made up and a general handyman was sent. I wasn’t impressed (considering the rate we paid for the room). Breakfast was good but the majority of the hot items on the buffet weren’t very hot. I would return to this property but it wouldn’t be my first choice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall the room was nice, clean. Checking in was easy and counter staff was great. Not so great, however, was when we had the “Do Not Disturb” sign on our door and housekeeping knocked and entered our room without even waiting for a response. Luckily we weren’t in bed or getting dressed at the time and managed to stop her from completely entering. What’s the use of a sign if it’s just going to be ignored? Not impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing. Loved the variety of mature trees on the property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tara

Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are clean but very dated with very firm mattresses that didn’t lead to a good night’s sleep, especially when compounded by noise from the hallway and footsteps heard clearly from the floor above. Though I have stayed at this property before, there was no hot water in my room this time. A just warm shower was not what I was hoping for following a long day. Breakfast offerings are always great but don’t make up for a lacklustre room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre while traveling to Kingston for work, and I had a fantastic experience. I booked it while planning a stay for the night, and it was exactly what I needed. Since it’s also a conference centre, I’m not sure what availability is like every day, but for my visit, it was perfect. The hotel is extremely quiet and peaceful, which made it ideal for a work trip. The rooms look fantastic, are very clean, and feel modern and well maintained. The staff were excellent — every person I interacted with was polite, professional, and genuinely helpful. The service really stood out. Breakfast in the morning was top-notch. The food was fresh, well prepared, and honestly one of the better hotel breakfasts I’ve had. The property itself is beautiful both inside and out. It’s very well kept, and the setting adds to the overall experience. The Wi-Fi was fast and reliable, which is important when traveling for business. I’ll definitely be staying here again whenever I’m in Kingston for work. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite place to stay in Kingston
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Well administered and maintained, despite being dated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay for a conference
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was very helpful and attentive. The breakfast staff was friendly and helpful. They brought us a microwave and accommodated any requests. Location is close to queens. Free parking is appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ce Cil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I like the hotel amenities - there is a gym and free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. Quite impressed!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Great location, very nice and clean room, fantastic breakfast, friendly staff and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025