Bests Hotels in Kenora, Ontario, Canada
Kenora hotels and motels with verified addresses and phone numbers, Clarion restaurant closure noted, plus tips for choosing a base. Read before you book.
Sammie O
Kenora sits on the shore of Lake of the Woods in northwestern Ontario. This guide to Kenora hotels covers every hotel and motel we could confirm, marks the gaps, and helps you pick a base. Rates change daily, so we quote none. Check the numbers below with each property before you book.
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Hotels in Kenora
Visit Kenora, the local tourism site, lists seven hotels. The sections below cover each one. We rely on the tourism listing, the hotel brand pages, and booking sites. Where only one source confirmed a detail, we say so.
Clarion Lakeside Inn and Conference Centre
The Clarion Lakeside Inn and Conference Centre is at 470 First Avenue South. The phone number on the Choice Hotels page is 807-468-5521. Check-in starts at 3 PM and check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.
Choice Hotels lists free Wi-Fi, an EV charging station, a boat launch, a sun deck, a picnic area, elevators, a business center and a smoke-free property. Pets are allowed with limits. A booking site lists a nearby golf course and marina.
One caution matters here. The Choice Hotels page says the Upper Deck Steakhouse and Lounge is closed for renovations, with no reopening date. Visit Kenora also says the restaurant is not operating. Some booking sites still list a restaurant. Guest reviews mention a short walk to Lake of the Woods Brewing Co for meals. Ask about dining when you call.
This is the best fit for lake views, boaters and groups who want meeting space.
Comfort Inn Kenora
The Comfort Inn Kenora is at 1230 Highway 17 East. Choice Hotels gives the phone as 807-468-8845. Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 11 AM.
The hotel serves a free hot breakfast daily from 6:30 to 9:30 AM, with free coffee. The listing shows free Wi-Fi, smoke-free rooms, a 24-hour business centre and truck and bus parking. The hotel has no pool of its own. Guests get free access to the Kenora Recreation Centre, which has an aquatic centre with three pools. Pets are allowed in certain rooms only, with size and number limits.
The old version of this guide said the Comfort Inn has an indoor pool. The brand page does not support this, so we removed the claim.
Choose this one for a simple highway base with breakfast included.
Travelodge by Wyndham Kenora
The Travelodge is at 800 Highway 17 East. Wyndham gives the hotel phone as 807-468-3155. The Wyndham page does not list check-in or check-out times, so call to confirm them.
Wyndham lists free Wi-Fi, a lounge, a microwave and a mini-fridge in rooms. Two on-site eateries appear on the page, Thirsty’s Lounge and Yesterdays Restaurant. Visit Kenora calls this the only hotel in the city with an outdoor pool, and says the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The Wyndham page does not mention a pool, so ask before you pack swimsuits.
The event space holds up to 100 people in two meeting rooms. This suits families who want an outdoor swim in summer and groups on a work trip.
Super 8 by Wyndham Kenora
The Super 8 is at 240 Lakeview Drive, and Visit Kenora gives the phone as 807-468-8016. The tourism site calls the Super 8 one of the newest hotels in the city. The listing reports lake views, a spot close to downtown and a short trip to the Tunnel Island walking trails.
We could not open a second source with check-in times, breakfast details or amenities, so treat those as unconfirmed. The old guide listed microwaves, fridges and a continental breakfast. Call the hotel to confirm each one.
Sunset Inn Kenora
Visit Kenora lists the Sunset Inn at 920 Highway 17 with the phone 807-468-2003. The listing mentions a restaurant, a pool with hot tub and a gym. Only this one source confirmed these details, so call ahead. We could not verify check-in times.
Timberland Inn and Travellers Inn
The Timberland Inn is at 805 St. Clair Street, with the phone 807-547-2739. Visit Kenora says the inn overlooks Lake of the Woods. A grocery store and Keewatin Beach are a short walk away. The old guide claimed an indoor pool and free breakfast. We found no source for either, so we dropped both.
The Travellers Inn is at 700 8th Avenue South, phone 807-468-5916. The tourism listing mentions single or double rooms, in-room coffee, private baths, balconies, microwaves and refrigerators. Both are single-source listings, so confirm details by phone.
Motels in Kenora
Budget travelers and contractors often pick a motel. Visit Kenora lists three motels in town, and the Kenora lodging guide names several more cabins and resorts. Every motel detail below comes from the tourism listing alone, so call before you book.
Lake-Vu Motel
The Lake-Vu Motel is at 740 Lakeview Drive, phone 1-866-594-6366. The listing says the rooms have a recent rustic renovation. The motel sits next to a Co-op gas station and advertises a restaurant and bar.
Kenora Inn Motel
The Kenora Inn Motel is at 1429 River Drive, phone 807-468-3071. The listing targets families on vacation and contractors working in town.
Dream On INN
The Dream On INN is at 809 River Drive. The listing mentions a queen bed or two doubles, a kitchenette, free parking, free docking across the street, fast Wi-Fi and a 4K TV. The walk to downtown takes about five minutes by the listing’s own account. The inn offers short and long stays. Visit Kenora gives no phone, so use the inn’s own website.
Cabins and Resorts Near Kenora
Some travelers want a cabin on the water instead of a hotel room. Visit Kenora lists several cabin and resort options. We confirmed only what the tourism listing says.
Nature’s Inn
Nature’s Inn is at 1505 Erie Street, phone 1-866-388-9688. The inn offers European-style suites and economy units, not the full cabins with fireplaces the old guide described. The listing places the inn near a grocery store, Keewatin Beach, a public dock and hiking trails.
Other Lodges and Camps
Perch Bay Resort is at 50 Darlington Drive on the Winnipeg River, with a private beach and fishing. Wildwoods Hideaway on Highway 17 offers cabins, furnished tents and wood-fired saunas. Gustafson’s Resort and Smith Camps serve anglers east and north of town. Edgewater Beach Camp is adults only. Kenora Bed ‘n’ Bale offers glamping bunkies and seasonal RV sites. We did not verify prices, season dates or amenities for these, so contact each one.
Places We Dropped From the Old Guide
The earlier guide named Nature’s Inn, Timberland Inn, Comfort Inn, Super 8 and Clarion. All five still appear in the tourism listings. We rewrote them because several claims did not hold up. We removed the indoor pool at the Comfort Inn, the indoor pool at the Timberland Inn and the full cabins at Nature’s Inn.
The old text also cited a Kenora skating rink, the Ojibway Cultural Centre and dogsledding. We found no sourced details for these, so we left them out.
Where to Stay Near the Lake of the Woods Museum and Harbourfront
The Muse is the name for the Lake of the Woods Museum and the Douglas Family Art Centre. Destination Ontario gives the addresses as 224 and 300 Main Street South on the harbourfront. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM, and both sites open daily in July and August.
The Clarion Lakeside Inn sits on First Avenue South, and Visit Kenora places the Super 8 close to downtown. We did not measure distances or drive times. Use a map and the hotel’s staff to plan your walk.
Husky the Muskie, a 35-foot statue, stands in McLeod Park. Northern Ontario Travel also lists the MS Kenora cruise, which leaves from the Harbourfront dock. The same guide lists bush plane flightseeing from the Second Street docks, the Heritage Townscape murals and five beaches. Tunnel Island and Mink Bay offer in-town trails.
Getting to Kenora and Choosing Where to Stay
Highway 17 runs through Kenora. The Comfort Inn, Travelodge and Sunset Inn all list Highway 17 addresses, which makes them easy to find for road travelers. Lakeview Drive and River Drive hold the Super 8 and several motels.
Pick the Clarion for lake views and boat access. Pick the Comfort Inn if breakfast matters. Pick the Travelodge for the outdoor pool if the listing proves correct. Pick a motel for a simple stay on a short trip. Pick a cabin or resort for fishing.
How to Choose a Kenora Hotel or Motel
Start with what you need most. Anglers should ask about dock access, boat parking and early breakfast. Families should ask about pools, rollaway beds and room layouts. Pet owners should ask each hotel for current limits and fees. Winter visitors should ask about plug-in parking.
Call before you book. Phone numbers in this guide come from the hotels and the tourism site. Staff can confirm restaurant hours, renovation work and room types faster than any listing.
What We Checked and What We Could Not
We checked the Visit Kenora lodging listings, the Choice Hotels pages for the Clarion and Comfort Inn, the Wyndham page for the Travelodge, a booking site for the Clarion, Destination Ontario for the Muse, and Northern Ontario Travel for attractions.
We could not confirm check-in times for the Super 8, Travelodge, Sunset Inn and the motels. We could not confirm any breakfast, pool or restaurant claim for properties with a single source. Northern Ontario Travel gives Tourism Kenora the phone 1-800-535-4549 for trip help. We state no rates and no distances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Kenora hotels?
The Clarion Lakeside Inn suits lake views and boaters. The Comfort Inn offers a free hot breakfast. The Travelodge is listed as the only hotel with an outdoor pool, though you should confirm this by phone.
Is the Clarion Lakeside Inn restaurant open?
The Choice Hotels page and Visit Kenora both say the Upper Deck Steakhouse and Lounge is closed for renovations. No reopening date is given. Call the hotel to check.
Does the Comfort Inn Kenora have a pool?
No pool is listed on the brand page. Guests get free access to the Kenora Recreation Centre, which has an aquatic centre with three pools.
Are there motels in Kenora?
Yes. Visit Kenora lists the Lake-Vu Motel, the Kenora Inn Motel and the Dream On INN, along with other budget stays.
What is there to see near the hotels in Kenora?
Visit the Muse on the harbourfront, see Husky the Muskie in McLeod Park, take the MS Kenora cruise, or walk the Tunnel Island trails.
Where can I stay for fishing near Kenora?
Visit Kenora lists lodges and camps including Perch Bay Resort, Gustafson’s Resort and Smith Camps. Call each one for season dates and boat options.
Conclusion
Kenora hotels range from a lakefront Clarion to highway chains and small motels. Confirm details by phone, since several listings disagree. Use the Expedia link above to compare current options, then call your pick to settle dining, pool and check-in questions.
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Sammie O publishes Germ Trips, a travel guide covering hotels, restaurants, airport transfers and chauffeur services. The guides aim for practical detail and a clear recommendation rather than an undifferentiated list. Where a town has no good option, the guides say so and point to the nearest one that does. Guides are AI drafted. A small number have been checked against official listings, and those say so on the page.
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