Shakespeare Inn
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Shakespeare Inn in Perth East, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Festival Theatre and Stratford Country Club. This hotel is 20.9 mi (33.7 km) from University of Waterloo and 24.1 mi (38.8 km) from St Jacobs Farmers Market.
What's nearby
Stratford Country Club(6.5 miles)
Queens Park(6.7 miles)
Gallery Stratford(6.9 miles)
Festival Theatre(7.2 miles)
Tom Patterson Theatre(7.5 miles)
Studio Theatre(7.6 miles)
Stratford City Hall(7.6 miles)
Stratford-Perth Museum(7.7 miles)
Avon River(7.7 miles)
Shakespearean Gardens(7.7 miles)
Avon Theatre(7.7 miles)
Stratford Perth Museum(8.2 miles)
Stratford Municipal Golf Course(8.3 miles)
Stratford Farmers Market(9.1 miles)
Castle Kilbride(10.1 miles)
Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)(26.2 miles)
London, ON (YXU-London Intl.)(40.1 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Banquet Facilities
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Location
2166 Highway 7&8, Shakespeare, Canada
Stratford Country Club (6.5 miles)
Queens Park (6.7 miles)
Gallery Stratford (6.9 miles)
Festival Theatre (7.2 miles)
Tom Patterson Theatre (7.5 miles)
Studio Theatre (7.6 miles)
Room options
1
Premium Suite (1 Queen & 1 Single Bed & Sitting Room)
Room details
1 Twin Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
3
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (& Sitting Room)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
344 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
2
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
1991 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
3
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Premium Room (1 Queen & 1 Single Bed)
Room details
1 Queen Bed
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Shakespeare Inn
7.6
Good
Based on 430 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
18%
Couple
41%
Family
27%
Group
12%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Shakespeare Inn, reviews often describe a clean, basic stay a short drive from Stratford, with quiet surroundings and friendly staff, alongside dated decor, limited amenities, and some complaints about uncomfortable mattresses, small bathrooms, and occasional maintenance or service issues.
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At Shakespeare Inn, reviews often describe a clean, basic stay a short drive from Stratford, with quiet surroundings and friendly staff, alongside dated decor, limited amenities, and some complaints about uncomfortable mattresses, small bathrooms, and occasional maintenance or service issues.
Rooms are simple and often small, with occasional noise from thin walls. Amenities are sparse—no on-site dining and only basic morning coffee—so most guests drive for meals. Overall, it suits travellers seeking a simple base near Stratford.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic: free parking, in-room fridges, a simple morning coffee-and-cookies setup, and a shared microwave. There is no on-site restaurant, and coffee/ice availability can be inconsistent.
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Pauline
Oct 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The owner was very courteous and quick to answer our questions. The room was very clean and comfortable. It had a fridge and there was a microwave to use just down the hall. The hotel is located in a quiet and lovely rural area.The only negative was that the bathroom is noisy, the fan was very loud and the light fixture buzzed. I just kept it off as much as possible. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would stay here again if in the area.
The owner was very courteous and quick to answer our questions. The room was very clean and comfortable. It had a fridge and there was a microwave to use just down the hall. The hotel is located in a quiet and lovely rural area.The only negative was that the bathroom is noisy, the fan was very loud and the light fixture buzzed. I just kept it off as much as possible. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would stay here again if in the area.
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Jeniese
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Check in was easy , very accommodating they had me booked on the second floor but due to mobility issues I cant do stairs, so they found a room on the first floor for us. The inn was clean. Our room was small, but it served its purpose , it had a decent bed, a fridge, tv and a bathroom. Coffee and cookies were available 24/7 ,with use of a microwave if needed.
Check in was easy , very accommodating they had me booked on the second floor but due to mobility issues I cant do stairs, so they found a room on the first floor for us. The inn was clean. Our room was small, but it served its purpose , it had a decent bed, a fridge, tv and a bathroom. Coffee and cookies were available 24/7 ,with use of a microwave if needed.
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Donna
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was easy, the room was clean .
Parking was easy, the room was clean .
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Ruth
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
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David
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a nice quiet and clean motel, about ten minutes drive from the Festival Theatre. They have coffee and cookies available in the morning. If you want a full breakfast either bring your own or go to the nearby Tim Hortons. The room was clean, the AC worked quietly, and similar accommodations in town are sketchy. As a bonus, it’s an easy drive to the St Jacob’s area for shopping, brunch, and you can be back in Stratford for a matinee.
It’s a nice quiet and clean motel, about ten minutes drive from the Festival Theatre. They have coffee and cookies available in the morning. If you want a full breakfast either bring your own or go to the nearby Tim Hortons. The room was clean, the AC worked quietly, and similar accommodations in town are sketchy. As a bonus, it’s an easy drive to the St Jacob’s area for shopping, brunch, and you can be back in Stratford for a matinee.
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Tami
Oct 28, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A sweet inn & very quiet hotel just minutes outside Stratford! Owners/Operators a lovely family! Very accommodating for all our needs. There is no food service on-site, but our room had a fridge so we could store purchased food/leftovers from meals eaten out. Hotel is also a short walk to a local variety store, and a shop called the British Touch which also sells a variety of shelf stable foods. Not to far a drive is also a local ice cream shop selling over 25 flavours of ice cream.
A sweet inn & very quiet hotel just minutes outside Stratford! Owners/Operators a lovely family! Very accommodating for all our needs. There is no food service on-site, but our room had a fridge so we could store purchased food/leftovers from meals eaten out. Hotel is also a short walk to a local variety store, and a shop called the British Touch which also sells a variety of shelf stable foods. Not to far a drive is also a local ice cream shop selling over 25 flavours of ice cream.
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Lawrence
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
this motel is in the quaint town of Shakespeare which is a short distance from Stratford which was our true destination for theatre going. It had ample parking and a clean room. We had no need to interact with any staff except for checking in. Room had heat and air which we never needed to use. Free morning coffee was available.
this motel is in the quaint town of Shakespeare which is a short distance from Stratford which was our true destination for theatre going. It had ample parking and a clean room. We had no need to interact with any staff except for checking in. Room had heat and air which we never needed to use. Free morning coffee was available.
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Andromeda
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
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Louise
May 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed for one night. I found the room to be very clean and comfortable. 2 things that could have been better is having ice in the ice machine and to get a least 1 or 2 tv channels. I would stay here again. Louise
I stayed for one night. I found the room to be very clean and comfortable. 2 things that could have been better is having ice in the ice machine and to get a least 1 or 2 tv channels. I would stay here again. Louise
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John
May 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
No coffee available in the mornings
No coffee available in the mornings
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Cleanliness
Most guests find rooms very clean and tidy. A minority report issues such as bathroom mold or grime, lingering odors, or stained linens.
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Mary
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is dated but the room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Nothing fancy with this hotel but would recommend as the price is right! Staff are friendly and accommodating. It was about a 15 minute drive into Stratford.
The property is dated but the room was very clean. Bed was very comfortable. Nothing fancy with this hotel but would recommend as the price is right! Staff are friendly and accommodating. It was about a 15 minute drive into Stratford.
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Mike
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
*****AVOID***** mold in bathroom shower, I did not see one staff member , we checked in at 6pm on Saturday, no one at the front desk , our keys in a basket, no one there when we checked out either … if you need a room in this area stay in Stratford or Kitchener . I thought I was booking locally owned charming hotel / motel , locally owned maybe ? Charming and clean … NO
*****AVOID***** mold in bathroom shower, I did not see one staff member , we checked in at 6pm on Saturday, no one at the front desk , our keys in a basket, no one there when we checked out either … if you need a room in this area stay in Stratford or Kitchener . I thought I was booking locally owned charming hotel / motel , locally owned maybe ? Charming and clean … NO
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Sare
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was warm and welcoming. The room was very clean.
The staff was warm and welcoming. The room was very clean.
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Ruth
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
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Jesse
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bathroom was dirty. Brown gunk under the door. They use strong chemicals to make it seem cleaner than it is. Probably won't stay there again.
Bathroom was dirty. Brown gunk under the door. They use strong chemicals to make it seem cleaner than it is. Probably won't stay there again.
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Laura-Dorothy
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I had such a terrible allergic reaction to the room I had to leave after half an hour. I did not buy cancellation insurance, so I learned my lesson and will never book a hotel this way again. I am allergic to cats, dust and mold. There were all three allergens in this hotel. The bedding hasn't been updated since the 1960's. Although the carpet had been removed and replaced with laminate, there is still carpet as baseboards that has been there since the 1950's. It was worse than the Bates motel. Bad energy. Old food was left in the fridge in our room. Awful, horrible, terrible worst ever hitel experience.
I had such a terrible allergic reaction to the room I had to leave after half an hour. I did not buy cancellation insurance, so I learned my lesson and will never book a hotel this way again. I am allergic to cats, dust and mold. There were all three allergens in this hotel. The bedding hasn't been updated since the 1960's. Although the carpet had been removed and replaced with laminate, there is still carpet as baseboards that has been there since the 1950's. It was worse than the Bates motel. Bad energy. Old food was left in the fridge in our room. Awful, horrible, terrible worst ever hitel experience.
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bev
Aug 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Found the property to be clean and comfortable
Found the property to be clean and comfortable
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Leslie
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean and the Inn was quiet. I enjoyed my stay, but I had to drive to get any sort of food.
The room was clean and the Inn was quiet. I enjoyed my stay, but I had to drive to get any sort of food.
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Robert
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean and functional. The motel was about 11 km from the festival .
Room was very clean and functional. The motel was about 11 km from the festival .
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Andromeda
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
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Rooms
Rooms are small and simple; many guests found them quiet, but several mention thin walls. Comfort varies due to older mattresses and pillows, and some report limited TV channels or weak Wi-Fi.
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ANNMARIE
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here because this was the most “reasonable” price ($169) I could find close to Stratford. I don’t care that the inn/rooms are dated but they could at least upgrade the mattress, bedding and pillows (I got two lumpy pillows). It was very uncomfortable.
I stayed here because this was the most “reasonable” price ($169) I could find close to Stratford. I don’t care that the inn/rooms are dated but they could at least upgrade the mattress, bedding and pillows (I got two lumpy pillows). It was very uncomfortable.
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Ally
May 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We liked that it was quiet for our one night stay, we didnt hear any noise or partying behaviour. I have a feeling that we were given a double bed instead of queen.. seemed tighter than our queen bed at home. I feel like they would benefit if they updated their mattresses... seemed hard and I could feel the springs in the mattress when I was lying down. Overall it wasnt a bad place, it was clean and quiet and good enough for a quick over night stay.
We liked that it was quiet for our one night stay, we didnt hear any noise or partying behaviour. I have a feeling that we were given a double bed instead of queen.. seemed tighter than our queen bed at home. I feel like they would benefit if they updated their mattresses... seemed hard and I could feel the springs in the mattress when I was lying down. Overall it wasnt a bad place, it was clean and quiet and good enough for a quick over night stay.
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Steve
Oct 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A little dated but clean and quiet.
A little dated but clean and quiet.
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Haritha
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
There was no breakfast and the wifi had poor connection
There was no breakfast and the wifi had poor connection
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marian
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
PROS: Staff was quite friendly and allowed us check in early which was much appreciated. Our room was quiet from anything outside. Fridge and A/C units worked well and were quiet. CONS: There was only ONE electrical outlet available to charge phones and it was on the opposite wall of the beds. The TV is mounted quite high and is in one corner which makes it difficult to view. The mattresses seemed old and you could hear the springs move. The toilet seat was not attached to the toilet. The outside doors to enter the building are kept UNlocked so anyone can enter and roam. The keys are returned to an open basket where anyone can pick up a key, make a quick copy, and enter a room later.
PROS: Staff was quite friendly and allowed us check in early which was much appreciated. Our room was quiet from anything outside. Fridge and A/C units worked well and were quiet. CONS: There was only ONE electrical outlet available to charge phones and it was on the opposite wall of the beds. The TV is mounted quite high and is in one corner which makes it difficult to view. The mattresses seemed old and you could hear the springs move. The toilet seat was not attached to the toilet. The outside doors to enter the building are kept UNlocked so anyone can enter and roam. The keys are returned to an open basket where anyone can pick up a key, make a quick copy, and enter a room later.
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Stanley
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great staff. Safe area. Room noisy at times.
Great staff. Safe area. Room noisy at times.
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Mary
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Small rooms, tv didn’t work.
Small rooms, tv didn’t work.
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Deborah
Sep 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Walls are thin, get a room with an unoccupied adjoining one
Walls are thin, get a room with an unoccupied adjoining one
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Marie
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was clean, but dated. Bed was terrible. Definitely need to upgrade. They were there cheapest one could possibly buy. This is a really inexpensive hotel. Wouldn't stay there again. Easy to get to on a main drag. Easy access to Stratford very few dining options close.
Property was clean, but dated. Bed was terrible. Definitely need to upgrade. They were there cheapest one could possibly buy. This is a really inexpensive hotel. Wouldn't stay there again. Easy to get to on a main drag. Easy access to Stratford very few dining options close.
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Timothy
Aug 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
- $169/night on a Thursday - tv has one channel (not a good one) - most basic amenities - felt like sleeping in an office - very small bathroom - dirty bedding (slept on covers) - almost no other guests and we were all put together (very thin walls)
- $169/night on a Thursday - tv has one channel (not a good one) - most basic amenities - felt like sleeping in an office - very small bathroom - dirty bedding (slept on covers) - almost no other guests and we were all put together (very thin walls)
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Service
Many guests praise the friendly, accommodating owners and straightforward check-in, with some noting thoughtful gestures. However, several reviews report absent or inconsistent front-desk service and communication.
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Mike
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
*****AVOID***** mold in bathroom shower, I did not see one staff member , we checked in at 6pm on Saturday, no one at the front desk , our keys in a basket, no one there when we checked out either … if you need a room in this area stay in Stratford or Kitchener . I thought I was booking locally owned charming hotel / motel , locally owned maybe ? Charming and clean … NO
*****AVOID***** mold in bathroom shower, I did not see one staff member , we checked in at 6pm on Saturday, no one at the front desk , our keys in a basket, no one there when we checked out either … if you need a room in this area stay in Stratford or Kitchener . I thought I was booking locally owned charming hotel / motel , locally owned maybe ? Charming and clean … NO
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Diane
Sep 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was easy. Staff members were helpful and friendly. Very quiet area. Easy access by car to downtown Stratford.
Check in was easy. Staff members were helpful and friendly. Very quiet area. Easy access by car to downtown Stratford.
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Thomas
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful stay. The Inn was nostalgic and very inviting. The front desk rep was tremendously gracious. She personally made sure our visit was comfortable. Customer service at its finest. Thank you.
Wonderful stay. The Inn was nostalgic and very inviting. The front desk rep was tremendously gracious. She personally made sure our visit was comfortable. Customer service at its finest. Thank you.
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Paula
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Our BR ceiling leaked water. Also, while in the BR, the metal vent fell on my head. We had to change rooms late at night. We were given a better room. We were told they would take away 1 nights room fee. Never did. Probably won’t return.
Our BR ceiling leaked water. Also, while in the BR, the metal vent fell on my head. We had to change rooms late at night. We were given a better room. We were told they would take away 1 nights room fee. Never did. Probably won’t return.
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Linda
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is my second time staying at The Shakespeare Inn and each time has been excellent. The owners are very friendly and competent. The rooms are immaculate and I love that they serve fresh coffee in the morning. I had to request a room on the main floor last minute and they were most gracious and accommodating. Thank you Shakespeare Inn! I will be back!
This is my second time staying at The Shakespeare Inn and each time has been excellent. The owners are very friendly and competent. The rooms are immaculate and I love that they serve fresh coffee in the morning. I had to request a room on the main floor last minute and they were most gracious and accommodating. Thank you Shakespeare Inn! I will be back!
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Raymond
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
If you want to stay somewhere that is very, very, very basic while visiting Stratford, then this will meet your requirements. There is no sense of comfort and fortunately we were only there for one night. The front desk experience was poor, we were not even informed of a wifi code so we expected it to be in the room, but it wasn't. Breakfast is from 7am to 9am closing far too early if you are looking for a restful break. No shower gel or body wash in the bathroom, just super thin soap and a couple of shampoo & conditioner sachets. Both the bed and pillows were uncomfortable and part way through the night my head was hurting. This was our first and last visit to the Shakespeare Inn.
If you want to stay somewhere that is very, very, very basic while visiting Stratford, then this will meet your requirements. There is no sense of comfort and fortunately we were only there for one night. The front desk experience was poor, we were not even informed of a wifi code so we expected it to be in the room, but it wasn't. Breakfast is from 7am to 9am closing far too early if you are looking for a restful break. No shower gel or body wash in the bathroom, just super thin soap and a couple of shampoo & conditioner sachets. Both the bed and pillows were uncomfortable and part way through the night my head was hurting. This was our first and last visit to the Shakespeare Inn.
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Serena
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Motel was clean, and there was friendly service.
Motel was clean, and there was friendly service.
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Jeanette
Jan 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
On check in we were greeted by a voice at the top of the stairs (no person to be seen) saying “can you go away and come back” this was 45minutes after check in time, as we had a wedding to attend the answer was “no we can’t” I called the desk, they answered from somewhere saying they’d be right down, after 15 minutes I called again and finally someone checked us in, terrible impression and absolutely would not go back
On check in we were greeted by a voice at the top of the stairs (no person to be seen) saying “can you go away and come back” this was 45minutes after check in time, as we had a wedding to attend the answer was “no we can’t” I called the desk, they answered from somewhere saying they’d be right down, after 15 minutes I called again and finally someone checked us in, terrible impression and absolutely would not go back
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Allison
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay. It was an easy 10 min drive to the theatre we went to in Stratford. The room was very clean, well maintained, and the AC worked perfectly. We also appreciated the coffee in the morning. What really stood out was the hospitality... The management went above and beyond by surprising us with balloons and a thoughtful setup in the room for my mom’s 70th birthday. It really made our trip special.
We had a wonderful stay. It was an easy 10 min drive to the theatre we went to in Stratford. The room was very clean, well maintained, and the AC worked perfectly. We also appreciated the coffee in the morning. What really stood out was the hospitality... The management went above and beyond by surprising us with balloons and a thoughtful setup in the room for my mom’s 70th birthday. It really made our trip special.
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Jaime
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel staff was very accommodating and friendly, allowed us even to check in early. The facility is older could use updates but the room was clean and tidy. They have a great outdoor space.
The hotel staff was very accommodating and friendly, allowed us even to check in early. The facility is older could use updates but the room was clean and tidy. They have a great outdoor space.
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Location
Quiet rural setting about a 7–15 minute drive to Stratford’s theatres. Few dining options within walking distance, so most guests drive for meals.
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Gregory
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Simple but immaculate property close to Stratford. Nothing in the immediate area for restaurants orbother attractions but Stratford 10 minutes away
Simple but immaculate property close to Stratford. Nothing in the immediate area for restaurants orbother attractions but Stratford 10 minutes away
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Janet
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to events in Stratford.
Great location close to events in Stratford.
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Angela
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was easy. Arrived at 1pm . Roome was basic but clean. All we needed it for was a place to sleep for the night as we were visiting family having an anniversaey celebration. Rooms were clean. Bed was firm but comfortable. Can't beat the price point for this area. Only 7-10 minutes from Stratford.
Check in was easy. Arrived at 1pm . Roome was basic but clean. All we needed it for was a place to sleep for the night as we were visiting family having an anniversaey celebration. Rooms were clean. Bed was firm but comfortable. Can't beat the price point for this area. Only 7-10 minutes from Stratford.
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Leslie
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was clean and the Inn was quiet. I enjoyed my stay, but I had to drive to get any sort of food.
The room was clean and the Inn was quiet. I enjoyed my stay, but I had to drive to get any sort of food.
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Pamela
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, affordable and only 15 minutes from the theatre
Clean, affordable and only 15 minutes from the theatre
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Lawrence
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
this motel is in the quaint town of Shakespeare which is a short distance from Stratford which was our true destination for theatre going. It had ample parking and a clean room. We had no need to interact with any staff except for checking in. Room had heat and air which we never needed to use. Free morning coffee was available.
this motel is in the quaint town of Shakespeare which is a short distance from Stratford which was our true destination for theatre going. It had ample parking and a clean room. We had no need to interact with any staff except for checking in. Room had heat and air which we never needed to use. Free morning coffee was available.
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Robert
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean and functional. The motel was about 11 km from the festival .
Room was very clean and functional. The motel was about 11 km from the festival .
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Andromeda
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
Rooms are pretty basic but clean and has a fridge with a tiny freezer. It was very quiet! They offer coffee and cookies in the cafe from 7-9 am. Friendly staff that double check that the room is clean before you go in. Very reasonable and only 10 min from Stratford
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Margaret
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was okay-a little outdated and rather out of the way.
It was okay-a little outdated and rather out of the way.
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Marie
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was clean, but dated. Bed was terrible. Definitely need to upgrade. They were there cheapest one could possibly buy. This is a really inexpensive hotel. Wouldn't stay there again. Easy to get to on a main drag. Easy access to Stratford very few dining options close.
Property was clean, but dated. Bed was terrible. Definitely need to upgrade. They were there cheapest one could possibly buy. This is a really inexpensive hotel. Wouldn't stay there again. Easy to get to on a main drag. Easy access to Stratford very few dining options close.
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Dining
No on-site restaurant and breakfast is not provided; most mentions cite only basic morning coffee or tea with cookies. Availability and quality of the coffee setup vary, so plan to eat off-site.
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Jeniese
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Check in was easy , very accommodating they had me booked on the second floor but due to mobility issues I cant do stairs, so they found a room on the first floor for us. The inn was clean. Our room was small, but it served its purpose , it had a decent bed, a fridge, tv and a bathroom. Coffee and cookies were available 24/7 ,with use of a microwave if needed.
Check in was easy , very accommodating they had me booked on the second floor but due to mobility issues I cant do stairs, so they found a room on the first floor for us. The inn was clean. Our room was small, but it served its purpose , it had a decent bed, a fridge, tv and a bathroom. Coffee and cookies were available 24/7 ,with use of a microwave if needed.
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Ruth
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
This hotel/motel is run down, and has definitely seen better days. The owner or manager (I'm not sure which) was very polite, but the moment you walk into the lobby it has a very strong smell. Nothing has been updated in a long time, so things are getting quite shabby. Upon arriving at our room, the door was open and the tv was on. We weren't sure if someone else had the room, but were told it was ours. Some things were clean, but others were obviously not (carpet not vacuumed, hairs on bathroom floor, mould in the grout around the bathtub, etc). I went to the front desk to ask something around 11:00pm but it was all locked up for the night and no one was there. The photos show a "restaurant", but there is no restaurant at this hotel. We stayed here after going to a play in Stratford. Another time I would just drive further to find a better place to stay, probably for the same price.
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HP
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Water not up and running for shower and toilet. Seems controlled by timer: water runs for 3 minutes, then stops for half a minute. Cafeteria, or common room for tea and coffee, microwave, ice, hot water - is closed. Says open 7-9 am - not true. Just a small room is provided for such things. Hot water machine not working. Outside is nice, at gazebo, lawn.
Water not up and running for shower and toilet. Seems controlled by timer: water runs for 3 minutes, then stops for half a minute. Cafeteria, or common room for tea and coffee, microwave, ice, hot water - is closed. Says open 7-9 am - not true. Just a small room is provided for such things. Hot water machine not working. Outside is nice, at gazebo, lawn.
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David
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a nice quiet and clean motel, about ten minutes drive from the Festival Theatre. They have coffee and cookies available in the morning. If you want a full breakfast either bring your own or go to the nearby Tim Hortons. The room was clean, the AC worked quietly, and similar accommodations in town are sketchy. As a bonus, it’s an easy drive to the St Jacob’s area for shopping, brunch, and you can be back in Stratford for a matinee.
It’s a nice quiet and clean motel, about ten minutes drive from the Festival Theatre. They have coffee and cookies available in the morning. If you want a full breakfast either bring your own or go to the nearby Tim Hortons. The room was clean, the AC worked quietly, and similar accommodations in town are sketchy. As a bonus, it’s an easy drive to the St Jacob’s area for shopping, brunch, and you can be back in Stratford for a matinee.
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Haritha
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
There was no breakfast and the wifi had poor connection
There was no breakfast and the wifi had poor connection
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Tami
Oct 28, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
A sweet inn & very quiet hotel just minutes outside Stratford! Owners/Operators a lovely family! Very accommodating for all our needs. There is no food service on-site, but our room had a fridge so we could store purchased food/leftovers from meals eaten out. Hotel is also a short walk to a local variety store, and a shop called the British Touch which also sells a variety of shelf stable foods. Not to far a drive is also a local ice cream shop selling over 25 flavours of ice cream.
A sweet inn & very quiet hotel just minutes outside Stratford! Owners/Operators a lovely family! Very accommodating for all our needs. There is no food service on-site, but our room had a fridge so we could store purchased food/leftovers from meals eaten out. Hotel is also a short walk to a local variety store, and a shop called the British Touch which also sells a variety of shelf stable foods. Not to far a drive is also a local ice cream shop selling over 25 flavours of ice cream.
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Anna
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close enough to Stratford without the Stratford prices! Super clean! Very basic but that’s all we needed! Great coffee in the morning!
Close enough to Stratford without the Stratford prices! Super clean! Very basic but that’s all we needed! Great coffee in the morning!
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Tiffany
Dec 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Service was non-existent. The coffee bar had only instant coffee available and expired coffee creamer, clumpy expired creamer. The room was clean.
Service was non-existent. The coffee bar had only instant coffee available and expired coffee creamer, clumpy expired creamer. The room was clean.
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Bertrand
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Easy to drive to, VERY friendly service. Room was very clean, tidy but sparse. Could use bedside table on BOTH sides of the bed. Mattress & linens quite good. A somewhat grt. choice for breakfast would be appreciated.
Easy to drive to, VERY friendly service. Room was very clean, tidy but sparse. Could use bedside table on BOTH sides of the bed. Mattress & linens quite good. A somewhat grt. choice for breakfast would be appreciated.
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John
May 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
No coffee available in the mornings
No coffee available in the mornings
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CHRISTY
last week
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Stayed 1 night
About 15 minutes from downtown Stratford and the Stratford Festival sites, this no frills but well kept hotel is a nice, low cost alternative for those attending the Festival. Our room was clean and comfortable with decent space. Being an older building without significant updates, there were no USB ports and my side of our king-sized bed had no electric outlets at all. Doors still use actual keys instead of a card system, and there’s no elevator to the second floor, which my aging knees could have used. But if you’re looking for a clean, quiet, comfortable place to just sleep and plop your stuff while you explore the Festival just down the road, the Shakespeare Inn might be your place.
About 15 minutes from downtown Stratford and the Stratford Festival sites, this no frills but well kept hotel is a nice, low cost alternative for those attending the Festival. Our room was clean and comfortable with decent space. Being an older building without significant updates, there were no USB ports and my side of our king-sized bed had no electric outlets at all. Doors still use actual keys instead of a card system, and there’s no elevator to the second floor, which my aging knees could have used. But if you’re looking for a clean, quiet, comfortable place to just sleep and plop your stuff while you explore the Festival just down the road, the Shakespeare Inn might be your place.
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ernest
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was very clean and the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful.
Hotel was very clean and the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful.
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John
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet little motel, was good overall
Quiet little motel, was good overall
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Mary Kaye
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Free parking, clean, quiet
Free parking, clean, quiet
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Ed
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel very old. No elevator to get to second floor. Postage stamp room and bathroom.
Hotel very old. No elevator to get to second floor. Postage stamp room and bathroom.
FAQs about Shakespeare Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Festival Theatre and Avon Theatre. It is approximately 20.6 miles from Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex and 20.9 miles from the University of Waterloo.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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