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3-star hotels in Peterborough
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Peterborough, Ontario, from a lakefront resort to B&Bs on the city's edge. It suits couples, families and business travellers who want a mid-range stay close to the waterfront, the Lift Lock or the Kawartha Lakes.
Staying in Peterborough
Peterborough sits on the Otonabee River as the gateway to the Kawartha Lakes, known for the Peterborough Lift Lock on the Trent-Severn Waterway, Trent University and the Canadian Canoe Museum. Downtown has shops, restaurants and quick access to the waterfront, while the Waterfront District lines the river with parks, trails and the canoe museum.
These 3-star hotels spread well beyond the core. Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG stands on George St N, 0.7 km from the centre, with Comfort Hotel & Suites 3.7 km out on Lansdowne St W. The B&Bs sit close in too: Twin Pines on Clonsilla Ave 2.1 km away and Burleys Gardens and Suite on Television Road 2.8 km. The lake properties are far out, from 11.7 km to 28.9 km, so a car suits anyone choosing them. Couples and short-break visitors are best served downtown or by the water; families have the widest choice.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake
1045 Settlers Line, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 17.8 km from the centre of Peterborough, Elmhirst's Resort On a lake is built around water: fishing, sailing and surfing all appear on its facility list, alongside both an indoor and an outdoor pool and a spa for slower afternoons. Families get a playground and a picnic area, golfers a golf course, and a restaurant and bar cover meals. Free car parking keeps arrival simple, and the property is wheelchair accessible. Guests score it 4.5 out of 5 across 966 reviews.
See Elmhirst's Resort On a lakeSunrise Resort
11 Sunrise Court, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSunrise Resort suits guests who want a private beach and a lake at the door, with canoeing and fishing among the listed activities and a playground and games room to keep children busy. In-room comfort comes from a kitchen or kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator, and free Wifi and free car parking are standard. Pets are allowed. It lies 28.3 km from the centre and holds a 4.4 out of 5 guest rating from 105 reviews.
See Sunrise ResortWestwind Inn on the Lake
37 Gallery On The Lake Road, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereWestwind Inn on the Lake pairs a private beach and canoeing with a floodlit driving range, so a stay here can swing from swimming to golf practice. Skiing and ice skating also feature on the facility list, while a library and lounge give the property a quieter indoor side. There is an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free car parking. Its 116 reviews average 4.2 out of 5, and the address is 37 Gallery On The Lake Road, 28.9 km out.
See Westwind Inn on the LakeComfort Hotel & Suites
1209 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereClosest of this group to the action, Comfort Hotel & Suites sits 3.7 km from the centre on Lansdowne St W and works well for a short city stay. An indoor pool, a gymnasium and a fitness centre cover exercise and relaxation, while the restaurant, 24 hour front desk and free car parking make arrivals easy. Family rooms and a spa are on offer. Guests give it 4.1 out of 5 from 727 reviews.
See Comfort Hotel & SuitesApsley Inn & Restaurant
10101 Highway 28, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApsley Inn & Restaurant keeps things simple and self-contained: a restaurant on site, free Wifi, free car parking and a shuttle service, with wheelchair accessible facilities. Its 284 reviews average 4.1 out of 5. Travellers who would rather eat, park and settle in without leaving the property are the natural fit here, and the inn stands at 10101 Highway 28.
See Apsley Inn & RestaurantHoliday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG
150 George St N, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe closest hotel here to the middle of town, Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG stands 0.7 km away on George St N, with a lake and beach nearby. An indoor pool, fitness centre, gymnasium and jacuzzi handle downtime, while bars, a restaurant and banquet space handle evenings, and pets are allowed. Free car parking is provided. It carries 4.0 out of 5 from 1638 reviews.
See Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHGTwin Pines Bed And Breakfast
1173 Clonsilla Ave Peterborough On K9j 5Y6 Canada, Peterborough, Canada
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereTwin Pines Bed And Breakfast is a small B&B 2.1 km from the centre on Clonsilla Ave. The facility list stays inside the room: air conditioning, a bathroom with shower, a TV and a DVD player, plus a radio. It fits travellers who want a plain, quiet bed close to Peterborough rather than a full-service property. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel in the listing.
See Twin Pines Bed And BreakfastGolden Pathways Retreat and B&B
3075 Wallace Point Road Peterborough Ontario K9j 6Y3, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGolden Pathways Retreat and B&B lives up to its name with a garden and terrace, and adds canoeing, fishing and a playground for guests travelling with children. It sits 11.7 km from the centre on Wallace Point Road, with free Wifi and free car parking, and it is a non smoking property. Banquet facilities allow small gatherings. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel in the listing.
See Golden Pathways Retreat and B&BBurleys Gardens and Suite
2604 Television Road, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBurleys Gardens and Suite offers apartment-style accommodation 2.8 km from the centre on Television Road, with a kitchen, oven and microwave for self-catering. Family rooms come with a fireplace and balcony, and a garden, golf course and spa round out the property. Free Wifi and free car parking are included. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel in the listing.
See Burleys Gardens and SuiteShambhala Bed and Breakfast
2825 County Road 36, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereShambhala Bed and Breakfast sits 29.4 km out on County Road 36, a rural address with a garden, terrace, a golf course and skiing in season. Rooms include a kitchen with oven and microwave, and special diets can be catered for. Family rooms, pets allowed, free Wifi and free car parking complete the picture. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel in the listing.
See Shambhala Bed and BreakfastHastings House Bed & Breakfast
109 Front St W Hastings On K0l 1Y0 Canada, Peterborough, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBreakfast is included at Hastings House Bed & Breakfast on Front St W, 28.4 km from the centre. Guests also get a sauna, bathrobes and a garden, with towels and a hairdryer provided in the bathroom. It is a non smoking property with free Wifi and free car parking. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel in the listing.
See Hastings House Bed & Breakfast
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhirst's Resort On a lake | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 17.8 km |
| Sunrise Resort | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 28.3 km |
| Westwind Inn on the Lake | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 28.9 km |
| Comfort Hotel & Suites | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Apsley Inn & Restaurant | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | – |
| Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Twin Pines Bed And Breakfast | ★★★ | – | – | – | – | 2.1 km |
| Golden Pathways Retreat and B&B | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 11.7 km |
| Burleys Gardens and Suite | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.8 km |
| Shambhala Bed and Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 29.4 km |
| Hastings House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 28.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake has indoor and outdoor pools, a playground, a games arcade, table tennis and a golf course. Sunrise Resort offers family rooms, a private beach, a playground and a games room, with kitchens too. Comfort Hotel & Suites adds an indoor pool, family rooms, a fitness centre and a spa, 3.7 km from the centre.
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake · Sunrise Resort · Comfort Hotel & Suites
For couples
Westwind Inn on the Lake pairs an outdoor pool, a private beach and a library with a lounge and restaurant. Golden Pathways Retreat and B&B has a garden and terrace for quiet evenings. Burleys Gardens and Suite gives couples a fireplace, balcony, spa and patio within its suite, 2.8 km from the centre.
Westwind Inn on the Lake · Golden Pathways Retreat and B&B · Burleys Gardens and Suite
Closest to the centre
Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG is 0.7 km from the centre on George St N and is the only listed hotel with breakfast and balconies. Twin Pines Bed And Breakfast is 2.1 km out on Clonsilla Ave. Burleys Gardens and Suite, 2.8 km away on Television Road, gives longer stays a full kitchen.
Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG · Twin Pines Bed And Breakfast · Burleys Gardens and Suite
Top-rated by guests
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake holds the highest guest rating at 4.5 out of 5 from 966 reviews, with a spa, indoor and outdoor pools, a golf course and a private setting. Sunrise Resort follows at 4.4 from 105 reviews, helped by its lakeside position and pet-friendly policy.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Peterborough is accessible by road via Highway 401 and Highway 115 from Toronto, and Highway 7 from Ottawa. The nearest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport, about a 90-minute drive. Peterborough Airport serves private and charter flights. Via Rail and GO Transit do not directly serve Peterborough; intercity buses connect the city with Toronto and other Ontario cities. Getting around is easiest by car, though Peterborough Transit operates bus routes within the city. Taxis and ride-sharing services are available, and cycling is popular, with trails along the Otonabee River and through the city.
When to go
The best time to visit Peterborough is during the summer months, June to August, when the weather is warm and outdoor activities like boating, hiking and festivals are in full swing. Autumn, September to October, offers colourful foliage and cooler temperatures. Winter can be cold with snow, but snowshoeing and skating are possible, and spring is mild but can be rainy. Many attractions, including the Canadian Canoe Museum and Peterborough Lift Lock, stay open year-round.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to central Peterborough?
Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG, on George St N, is 0.7 km from the centre. Twin Pines Bed And Breakfast follows at 2.1 km and Burleys Gardens and Suite at 2.8 km, while the lake resorts start at 11.7 km out.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake has both an indoor and an outdoor pool plus a pool bar. Comfort Hotel & Suites and Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG each have an indoor pool, and Westwind Inn on the Lake has an outdoor pool.
Can I bring pets to any of these 3-star hotels?
Yes. Sunrise Resort, Comfort Hotel & Suites, Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG and Shambhala Bed and Breakfast all list pets allowed among their facilities, so ask the hotel directly when booking.
Where can I park in Peterborough?
Free car parking is listed at Elmhirst's Resort On a lake, Sunrise Resort, Westwind Inn on the Lake, Comfort Hotel & Suites, Apsley Inn & Restaurant, Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG, Golden Pathways Retreat and B&B, Burleys Gardens and Suite, Shambhala Bed and Breakfast and Hastings House Bed & Breakfast.
Which hotels suit families with children?
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake has a playground, arcade, table tennis and indoor and outdoor pools. Sunrise Resort offers family rooms, a private beach and a games room. Comfort Hotel & Suites and Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG both list family rooms.
What is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake has the highest guest rating at 4.5 out of 5 from 966 reviews. Sunrise Resort is next at 4.4 from 105 reviews, then Westwind Inn on the Lake at 4.2 from 116 reviews.
Are there hotels with a spa or sauna?
Elmhirst's Resort On a lake and Comfort Hotel & Suites list a spa, and Burleys Gardens and Suite also lists one. Hastings House Bed & Breakfast has a sauna. Holiday Inn Peterborough Waterfront ON by IHG lists a Jacuzzi, as does Comfort Hotel & Suites.
Do any of these hotels serve breakfast?
The other hotels list restaurants or kitchen facilities instead.