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The Charles Hotel

4.0 star property
Elegant retreat near Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club offers a refined experience with French cuisine and attentive service just steps from the river

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The Charles Hotel offers a sophisticated escape near Niagara River Gorge. Relax in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar. The HobNob Restaurant serves excellent French dishes on the scenic terrace. Guests appreciate the WiFi, free self-parking, and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is £187
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a table, and a painting of sunflowers on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A modern bedroom with a bed, a red armchair, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a red armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

Premium Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Old Town Historic District, a neighbourhood in Niagara-on-the-Lake, is home to The Charles Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Niagara River Gorge and Lake Ontario, while Royal George Theatre and Shaw Festival Theatre are cultural highlights. Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club and Simcoe Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Niagara-on-the-Lake travel guide
Map
209 Queen St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0

What's nearby

  • A large waterfall, a bridge, and a crowd of people.
    Niagara River Gorge
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal George Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Simcoe Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shaw Festival Theatre
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Niagara Falls, ON (XLV-Niagara Falls Train Station)
    22 min drive
  • Niagara Falls, NY (IAG-Niagara Falls Intl.)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    12 min walk
  • Two Sisters Vineyards
    4 min drive
  • Peller Estates Winery
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • The Garrison House
    3 min drive

About this property

The Charles Hotel

  • Upscale boutique hotel near Niagara River Gorge
  • Located close to Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club and Royal George Theatre, The Charles Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. The on-site international cuisine fine-dining restaurant, HobNob Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and room service. Guests reviews say good things about the comfortable rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Designer toiletries, showers and hairdryers
    • 55-inch TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 35 for adults and CAD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • HobNob Restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1832
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately CAD 35 for adults and from CAD 25 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Charles Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Charles Hotel?

As of 25 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Charles Hotel on 30 Jul 2026 start from £187, including 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 at The Charles Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Charles Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Charles Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Charles Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Historic District, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Niagara River Gorge and Royal George Theatre. Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club and Lake Ontario are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Charles Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 631 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and quaint. Very good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely few days here. Great location with a lovely view over the golf course and just a few steps away from the shops and restaurants. The rooms were fab and the staff really helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was efficient and helpful. Room was small but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Helpful staff. Quiet location. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Helpful, friendly staff. Quiet, convenient location. Beautiful veranda to to sit and enjoy a few moments to watch the world go by. Thank you Charles Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was gorgeous! The staff were incredibly helpful and the afternoon tea was an incredible experience. The only con was that Netflix didn’t work on our room tv. Overall, I would recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxed retreat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff was great. However, the bed was squeaky and woke me up every time I moved.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I got lucky with finding this hotel. We based our decision on pictures and reviews and were very pleased w/ the results. This hotel is within a block or two of the shops and restaurants on or near Queen St, very convenient and sits on the edge of Niagara on the Lake Public golf course, very peaceful setting. The building is nearly 200 years old which adds to the charm. The staff was warm and welcoming on-site dining and drinks are top notch. Amy will take your order and has a load of recommendations for activities and wineries. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are extremely friendly and I loved the little welcome gift upon arrival. Location was perfect. Right downtown and easy to walk or bike to everything. Our first room was comfortable, but not very bright so we requested to change. They kindly moved us to a much brighter room, which was an upgrade because it had a patio. So nice...but the bed was very noisy and not as comfortable, which was a bit surprising. We had dinner one night at the restaurant on-site and it was absolutely delicious. And our server was so kind and attentive! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute lovely hotel. Food, drinks and room were exceptional. Looking forward to a return visit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
yes, all the staff were helpful and made our stay and our evening meal outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, and ALL the staff were kind and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

andra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The Expedia website for The Charles Hotel heavily promotes a deep soaker tub as being a feature of a Premium Room, and I switched to this hotel specifically for this reason. I immediately advised the front desk of my disappointment, and I was advised that Premium rooms do not have such tubs (I double checked the Expedia website at the time, the tub was still prominently advertised). I checked The Charles website, looks like only one of their 12 rooms has such a tub. Also, this hotel does not have an elevator, and no help was offered to bring up luggage. The walk-in shower was large and lovely, the bed was comfortable, and the food and service were good (very pricey). Beautiful grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had everything you needed. Bar, restaurant, great verandas, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Loved the uniqueness of the property,very clean,staff are excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The team was very welcoming and courteous. Our room was clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the staff is really top-notch, especially the staff at breakfast. Food is phenomenal and everyone is so friendly. My only real Complaint that would probably stop me from going back was it was difficult to sleep due to the lighting and noise. The first night there was a party booked on the outdoor patio, which was right below my window. It ended fairly early, so that wasn’t a huge issue, but the room is very hard to lock out the light because they have lights strong on the balconies which do not get turned off at night and illuminate in the room, even with the shutters closed and there’s light coming in from the doorway and see the hallway. I understand it’s a classic old home and that’s to be expected, but it was hard to sleep. Other than that, it really is beautiful and located close to the water, golf course in the main road into town. If I do go back, I would stay in a room that doesn’t face the street
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful older property, well maintained. Nice staff. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Small hotel with great service. Nicely located to downtown. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Amenities
Very clean, well kept and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to everything

A very comfortable hotel and we had a lovely spacious room. Very close to the city core and the theatres. Staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donald s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comfortable property with great friendly well trained staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and well appointed; the bed was very comfortable. The shower was beautiful and I appreciated the heated floor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024