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3-star hotels in Charlottetown
A shortlist of 15 three-star hotels in and around Charlottetown, from inns a few steps from the downtown core to cottages and motels out along the island's north shore roads. It is for travellers who want a guest rating of 4.0 or better without moving up a class.
Staying in Charlottetown
Charlottetown is the birthplace of Confederation, and its compact downtown puts Province House, the Confederation Centre of the Arts and the waterfront within a few blocks of each other. The Confederation Centre hosts the Anne of Green Gables musical each summer, and the streets around Queen Street and University Avenue hold the shops, galleries and restaurants. Victoria Park and Beaconsfield Historic House sit beyond the centre, and the harbour edge offers boardwalk strolls and marinas. The Sonata Inn on Grafton St, Inn on The Harbour on Hillsborough St, The Hotel on Pownal on Pownal Street and Quality Inn & Suites Downtown on Euston St sit within about 1 km of the centre, with Banbridge Inn and Comfort Inn on Capital Drive roughly 3 km out. The rest carry Charlottetown addresses but lie far from the core, from 18.9 km to 33.6 km, along the Rustico, Portage and Brackley Beach roads. Couples and theatre-goers are best served downtown; families and beach-bound visitors should look at the cottages with pools and playgrounds.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Stanhope Cottages
34 Carlie Lane, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThis cottage complex suits families and outdoor-minded guests who want space and quiet: a playground and picnic area sit alongside badminton, canoeing, fishing and bicycle hire, and air conditioning keeps the rooms comfortable. With 4.8 out of 5 from 140 reviews, it is the most praised option on this list. The address on Carlie Lane places it 20.4 km from the centre, so a car (free parking) is the practical base for exploring.
See Stanhope CottagesCavendish Breeze Inn
40 Memory Ln, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereGuests wanting a relaxed base with an outdoor pool and a picnic area will find both here, with free parking and free wifi rounding out the essentials. The multilingual staff and wheelchair accessibility make it easy for international and less mobile travellers. At 33.6 km from the centre it is the furthest of these hotels, which suits visitors who plan to spend their days in the surrounding countryside and return in the evening. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 59 reviews.
See Cavendish Breeze InnNorth Rustico Motel and Cottages
7103 Rustico Rd., Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereA straightforward choice for families and pet owners: family rooms, a playground and an outdoor pool, with pets allowed and free parking on site. Kitchens and kitchenettes in some units, plus a fitness centre, give longer stays more flexibility. The Rustico Road setting, 27.6 km from the centre, puts it well outside town. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 235 reviews, it is one of the better-reviewed motels in this selection.
See North Rustico Motel and CottagesThe Sonata Inn
3 Grafton St, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThe closest of these hotels to the centre, 1.0 km away on Grafton Street, making it the natural pick for guests who want to walk into town. Breakfast is served, and a garden and 24-hour front desk add convenience, with free parking and free wifi included. Family rooms, air conditioning and room service cover the practical side of a stay. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 226 reviews.
See The Sonata InnTrain Station Inn
21 Station Road, Charlottetown, Canada
Why stay hereA railway-themed stay on Station Road with a bar and a restaurant on site, so dinner and a drink need no planning. It draws the largest review base here, 405 guests, and holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating. That combination of character and an in-house restaurant suits travellers who prefer an unusual setting over a standard hotel. Note that the listing gives no distance to the centre, so plan transport accordingly.
See Train Station InnShaw's Hotel & Cottages
99 Apple Tree Rd Brackley Beach Pe C1e 0Z4 Canada, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereBrackley Beach is nearby, and the hotel adds canoeing, bicycle hire and a playground, making it a good fit for active families. Breakfast, a restaurant and a lounge cover the day's meals, and a golf course is within reach for players. Shuttle service and free parking ease getting around, and special diets are catered for. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 130 reviews; it sits 20.8 km from the centre.
See Shaw's Hotel & CottagesInn on The Harbour
3 Hillsborough St, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSea views, a spa and a jacuzzi give this harbour-side inn on Hillsborough Street a restful character, with a terrace and garden to slow down in. Room service and a lounge add comfort, and it is just 1.1 km from the centre, so the town is easy to reach. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 76 reviews, it suits couples and anyone who wants a quieter stay close to the waterfront.
See Inn on The HarbourBanbridge Inn
105 Capital Dr, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAn eco-friendly option 3.3 km from the centre where the outdoors is the point: beach nearby, bicycle hire, golf, sailing, diving, fishing and ice skating are all listed. A garden, picnic area and terrace give space to relax after a day out, and express check-in and check-out save time. Free parking and free wifi come as standard. Rated 4.6 out of 5, though on a smaller base of 54 reviews.
See Banbridge InnBaywatch Lighthouse Cottages & Motel
3805 Portage Road, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThese cottages and motel units on Portage Road pair sea proximity with practical self-catering: kitchens, kitchenettes and a washing machine are available, and some units have fireplaces. A picnic area and terrace suit warm evenings, and free parking and free wifi are included. Family rooms and air conditioning make it workable for groups. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 66 reviews, 18.9 km from the centre.
See Baywatch Lighthouse Cottages & MotelThe Hotel on Pownal
146 Pownal Street, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereDowntown convenience at 0.8 km from the centre, with a gymnasium, fitness centre and a garden for downtime. The 24-hour front desk, concierge and room service suit guests who want hotel-style attention, and pets are allowed. Breakfast is served as a buffet. With 300 reviews and a 4.3 out of 5 rating, it is a solid choice for business travellers and couples exploring on foot. Parking and wifi are free.
See The Hotel on PownalQuality Inn & Suites Downtown
150 Euston St, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe closest to the centre of the whole list at 0.4 km on Euston Street, so practically everything in town is reachable on foot. Breakfast, a restaurant and a bar are on site, and a business centre and 24-hour front desk cover working trips. Kitchenettes and microwaves in some rooms, plus free parking and free wifi, add flexibility. It has the largest review count here, 426, with a 4.2 out of 5 rating. Pets are allowed.
See Quality Inn & Suites DowntownBrackley Beach Northwinds Inn and Suites
3812 Portage Rd, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Pool and spa · Step-free access
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAn indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna make this a comfortable base whatever the weather, and bicycle hire and a picnic area get guests outside. It is 18.9 km from the centre, near the Portage Road side of town, and offers free wifi, luggage storage and a playground for families. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 195 reviews, it suits travellers who value on-site facilities over a central address.
See Brackley Beach Northwinds Inn and SuitesComfort Inn
112 Capital Drive, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay herePractical motel comfort 3.2 km from the centre on Capital Drive, with 24-hour reception, breakfast and free parking. Pets are welcome, and a business centre, laundry and dry cleaning help longer or working stays. A picnic area is available for fair-weather meals. With 331 reviews and a 4.0 out of 5 rating, it is a dependable, unfussy option for road-trippers passing through.
See Comfort InnRustico Acres Cottages
Cavendish Road 7567, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCottages on Cavendish Road with an outdoor pool and a beach nearby, plus canoeing and fishing for days on the water. Each unit comes with a kitchen or kitchenette, and there is a garden, playground and picnic area, so families can settle in. Fireplaces and patios feature in some units. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 96 reviews, it is 29.4 km from the centre, best reached by car with free parking.
See Rustico Acres CottagesChalets Grand Pre Cottages
6999 Route 6 North Rustico, Charlottetown, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereAn outdoor salt water pool and a sea setting are the draws at this cottage property on Route 6 in North Rustico. Kitchens, dishwashers and terraces in the units suit self-catering stays, and a playground and picnic space keep children occupied. Pets are allowed and parking is free. At 27.2 km from the centre, it works as a countryside base. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 65 reviews.
See Chalets Grand Pre Cottages
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope Cottages | ★★★ | 4.8 | 140 | Yes | – | – | – | 20.4 km |
| Cavendish Breeze Inn | ★★★ | 4.9 | 59 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 33.6 km |
| North Rustico Motel and Cottages | ★★★ | 4.6 | 235 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 27.6 km |
| The Sonata Inn | ★★★ | 4.6 | 226 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Train Station Inn | ★★★ | 4.5 | 405 | – | – | – | – | – |
| Shaw's Hotel & Cottages | ★★★ | 4.6 | 130 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 20.8 km |
| Inn on The Harbour | ★★★ | 4.7 | 76 | – | – | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
| Banbridge Inn | ★★★ | 4.6 | 54 | Yes | – | – | – | 3.3 km |
| Baywatch Lighthouse Cottages & Motel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 66 | Yes | – | – | – | 18.9 km |
| The Hotel on Pownal | ★★★ | 4.3 | 300 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Quality Inn & Suites Downtown | ★★★ | 4.2 | 426 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Brackley Beach Northwinds Inn and Suites | ★★★ | 4.2 | 195 | – | – | Yes | – | 18.9 km |
| Comfort Inn | ★★★ | 4.0 | 331 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 3.2 km |
| Rustico Acres Cottages | ★★★ | 4.0 | 96 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 29.4 km |
| Chalets Grand Pre Cottages | ★★★ | 4.0 | 65 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 27.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Walking distance to downtown
The Sonata Inn, Inn on The Harbour, The Hotel on Pownal and Quality Inn & Suites Downtown all sit between 0.4 km and 1.1 km from the centre, so Province House, the Confederation Centre and the waterfront are a short walk away. Quality Inn & Suites Downtown has the largest review count of the four at 426.
The Sonata Inn · Inn on The Harbour · The Hotel on Pownal · Quality Inn & Suites Downtown
For families
North Rustico Motel and Cottages, Rustico Acres Cottages, Chalets Grand Pre Cottages and Stanhope Cottages all list family rooms, and each has an outdoor pool or a playground. Kitchens or kitchenettes appear at the first three, and Stanhope Cottages adds a picnic area and badminton. All are rated 4.0 or higher from between 65 and 235 reviews.
North Rustico Motel and Cottages · Rustico Acres Cottages · Chalets Grand Pre Cottages · Stanhope Cottages
Highest guest ratings
Cavendish Breeze Inn leads with 4.9 from 59 reviews, followed by Stanhope Cottages at 4.8 from 140 and Inn on The Harbour at 4.7 from 76. North Rustico Motel and Cottages brings the largest review base of the group, 235 reviews at 4.6.
Cavendish Breeze Inn · Stanhope Cottages · Inn on The Harbour · North Rustico Motel and Cottages
Pets and practical stops
The Hotel on Pownal, Quality Inn & Suites Downtown and Comfort Inn all welcome pets and offer 24-hour front desks, free parking and free Wifi. All three lie within about 3.3 km of the centre, with Quality Inn & Suites Downtown the closest at 0.4 km.
The Hotel on Pownal · Quality Inn & Suites Downtown · Comfort Inn
Questions, answered
Is downtown Charlottetown walkable from these hotels?
Yes, for four of them. The Sonata Inn, Inn on The Harbour, The Hotel on Pownal and Quality Inn & Suites Downtown are between 0.4 km and 1.1 km from the centre, and downtown is compact and very walkable, with most key attractions, hotels and restaurants within a few blocks of each other.
Which hotels suit families with children?
North Rustico Motel and Cottages, Rustico Acres Cottages, Chalets Grand Pre Cottages and Stanhope Cottages all list family rooms and offer an outdoor pool or playground. Note that they sit between 20.4 km and 29.4 km from the centre, so they work best if you have a car.
How far are the cottages from Charlottetown's centre?
Distances vary widely. Cavendish Breeze Inn is the furthest at 33.6 km, Rustico Acres Cottages is 29.4 km, North Rustico Motel and Cottages is 27.6 km, and Chalets Grand Pre Cottages is 27.2 km. Shaw's Hotel & Cottages is 20.8 km and Stanhope Cottages 20.4 km from the centre.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Cavendish Breeze Inn has the highest rating here at 4.9 out of 5 from 59 reviews, followed by Stanhope Cottages at 4.8 from 140 reviews and Inn on The Harbour at 4.7 from 76 reviews.
What can I do in Charlottetown in summer?
The Confederation Centre of the Arts hosts the long-running Anne of Green Gables—The Musical each summer. Province House National Historic Site, Beaconsfield Historic House and the waterfront boardwalk are the other popular sights, and Victoria Park is good for a scenic walk.
How do I get to Charlottetown?
You can fly into Charlottetown Airport (YYG), about 5 km north of downtown, drive via the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, or take the Northumberland Ferries from Nova Scotia. The airport is a short drive from downtown, and taxis, rideshares and a public transit system cover the city.
Which hotels have free parking?
Most do. Free car parking is listed at Stanhope Cottages, Cavendish Breeze Inn, North Rustico Motel and Cottages, The Sonata Inn, Shaw's Hotel & Cottages, Banbridge Inn, Baywatch Lighthouse Cottages & Motel, The Hotel on Pownal, Quality Inn & Suites Downtown, Brackley Beach Northwinds Inn and Suites, Comfort Inn, Rustico Acres Cottages and Chalets Grand Pre Cottages.