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4-star hotels in Prince Edward
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Prince Edward, Ontario, from lakeside inns on Wellington Main Street to a village house on Picton Main St and country suites further out. It is for travellers weighing comfort, distance from the centre and guest ratings before booking a wine-country break on Lake Ontario.
Staying in Prince Edward
Prince Edward is wine country on Lake Ontario, known for its wineries, the beaches and dunes of Sandbanks Provincial Park and a rural landscape that makes it a favourite for cycling and for food and drink. Picton is the largest town in the county and holds the highest concentration of shops, restaurants and services, which makes it a convenient base. Wellington is a smaller lakeside community with a growing number of wineries and eateries, popular for a quieter stay close to the water. Bloomfield is known for its antique shops and artisan studios, and the Sandbanks area mixes seasonal cottages and resorts with the provincial park. Three sit on Wellington Main Street and one on Picton Main St; the others stand on County Road 18, Wharf St, Main Street East, Crowes Road and Richmond Street. Distances from the centre run from 4.9 km to 13.5 km, so a car helps whichever you choose. Couples have spa and terrace options, families have suites with kitchens and family rooms, and self-caterers are served by apartments, kitchenettes and laundry service.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Sandbanks Summer Village
392 County Road 18 Prince Edward County Ontario Canada, Prince Edward, Canada
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSandbanks Summer Village suits families and groups who want to settle in rather than pass through: units come with a full kitchen, dishwasher, oven, microwave and washing machine, so self-catering is straightforward. Air conditioning, a TV, DVD player and iron and board cover the practical side, and the property sits 9 km from the centre of Prince Edward. Guests rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 95 reviews. Book it for longer stays where cooking, laundry and space matter more than a lobby.
See Sandbanks Summer VillageDrake Devonshire and Motor Inn
43 Wharf St, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Car parking
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereDrake Devonshire and Motor Inn is the pick for couples who want the water close and the desk staffed around the clock. The 24 hour front desk, terrace and picnic area shape an easy-going stay, and the beach nearby adds a shoreline option without leaving the property's orbit. Bicycles are available to hire, and parking and wifi come free. Wheelchair accessible, with a spa on site, it sits 5.6 km from the centre. 4.3 out of 5 from 66 reviews.
See Drake Devonshire and Motor InnThe Village Suites
306 Wellington Main Street, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Village Suites works well for families and anyone who wants to keep moving: apartments with kitchen or kitchenette, family rooms, free wifi and free parking in a garage. On-site options run from a tennis court and golf course to canoeing, fishing and surfing, so days can be filled without a drive. Non-smoking rooms throughout. It lies 5.7 km from the centre of Prince Edward, and the 4-star style is practical and self-sufficient.
See The Village SuitesMerrill House
343 Main Street East, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereMerrill House leans toward a slower, more pampered stay: breakfast is served, and the sauna, spa, garden and terrace give the day a quiet rhythm. Rooms come with bathrobes, slippers, a balcony and a fireplace, with express check in, luggage storage and housekeeping handling the details. Special diets are catered for, and wifi and parking are free. It stands 13 km from the centre of Prince Edward, best suited to guests who value comfort over proximity.
See Merrill HouseCompass Rose Suites
575 Crowes Road, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCompass Rose Suites is a small property, with 1 to 50 rooms, a concierge, breakfast and wedding services, which points to couples and celebration parties. Each suite has a kitchen with dishwasher, oven, microwave and refrigerator alongside a balcony and fireplace; bathrobes and toiletries are provided, and minibar is available. Housekeeping and laundry service keep longer stays easy, and wifi and parking are free. The garden adds outdoor space. It sits 13.5 km from the centre of Prince Edward.
See Compass Rose SuitesCribs On The Hill
5 Richmond Street, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCribs On The Hill welcomes pets, which sets it apart for travellers who bring a dog. Units have a kitchen or kitchenette with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a patio, coffee and toaster; non-smoking rooms, a safe, iron and board and laundry service round out the setup. Wifi and parking are free, and it lies 13.1 km from the centre of Prince Edward. The 4-star property suits self-catering guests on longer visits.
See Cribs On The HillThe Cape
347 Picton Main St, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Cape is built around social space: a bar, lounge and banquet facilities, with a garden, terrace and picnic area for fair weather. Breakfast is served and special diets are handled, while family rooms, lifts and a business center make it work for mixed groups. Rooms include bathrobes, a fireplace, minibar and pay per view. Bicycles can be rented and a golf course is on hand. Wifi and parking are free, and it sits 13.1 km from the centre of Prince Edward.
See The CapeHadovka Lakeside Inn
173 Wellington Main Street, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereHadovka Lakeside Inn puts the lake at the centre of the stay, with a beach nearby and canoes, fishing and surfing available. Breakfast and lunch are served, and the garden, terrace and balcony give quiet corners; a fireplace, radio and carpeted rooms add warmth. A tennis court and golf course cover sport, and wifi and parking are free. It lies 4.9 km from the centre of Prince Edward.
See Hadovka Lakeside InnLakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio
493 Wellington Main Street, Prince Edward, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereLakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio is a lakeside stay with a patio and garden to match. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee and washing machine, so groups can cook and settle in; a fireplace, TV and DVD player handle evenings, and towels are provided. Wifi and parking are free, and the property is non-smoking. It sits 7 km from the centre of Prince Edward, good for families and friends sharing a base.
See Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbanks Summer Village | ★★★★ | – | – | – | 9.0 km |
| Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 5.6 km |
| The Village Suites | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 5.7 km |
| Merrill House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 13.0 km |
| Compass Rose Suites | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 13.5 km |
| Cribs On The Hill | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 13.1 km |
| The Cape | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 13.1 km |
| Hadovka Lakeside Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 4.9 km |
| Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 7.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Village Suites lists family rooms alongside a kitchen and kitchenette, plus a tennis court, canoe and fishing. Sandbanks Summer Village adds a kitchen with oven, dishwasher and washing machine, and Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio has a kitchen, washing machine and patio. All three are 4-star; Lakeside PEC lies 7.0 km from the centre.
The Village Suites · Sandbanks Summer Village · Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio
For couples
Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn pairs a spa and terrace with a beach nearby, 5.6 km from the centre. Merrill House offers a spa, sauna, bathrobe and slippers, while The Cape lists bars, a lounge, minibar and fireplace. All three are 4-star, and Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn holds a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 66 reviews.
Breakfast on site
Breakfast appears among the listed facilities at Merrill House, Compass Rose Suites, The Cape and Hadovka Lakeside Inn. Hadovka Lakeside Inn also lists a lake, canoe, fishing and a beach nearby, and Compass Rose Suites adds a concierge, minibar and fireplace. All four are 4-star properties.
Merrill House · Compass Rose Suites · The Cape · Hadovka Lakeside Inn
For cyclists
Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn offers bicycle hire, and The Cape has a bike rental service; they sit 5.6 km and 13.1 km from the centre respectively. Cycling is popular on the county's quiet roads, and some tours operate from Picton and Wellington, so both make workable bases.
Where to stay in Prince Edward
Wellington
Wellington is a smaller lakeside community with a growing number of wineries and eateries, popular for a quieter stay close to the water. The Village Suites, Hadovka Lakeside Inn and Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio all stand on Wellington Main Street, at numbers 306, 173 and 493. Hadovka Lakeside Inn and Lakeside PEC both list a lake, and Hadovka Lakeside Inn adds a canoe, fishing and a beach nearby.
Our picks here: The Village Suites · Hadovka Lakeside Inn · Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio
Picton
Picton is the largest town in Prince Edward, with the highest concentration of shops, restaurants and services, making it a convenient base for exploring the county. The Cape sits at 347 Picton Main St and offers bars, a lounge, a business center, lifts and a terrace, along with free car parking and breakfast among its facilities.
Our picks here: The Cape
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Prince Edward is accessible by car via Highway 401, exiting at Highway 49 or County Road 33. It is about a two-hour drive from Toronto and a three-hour drive from Ottawa. The nearest major airport is Toronto Pearson International, with smaller airports in Kingston and Ottawa. There is no passenger rail service to the county; the closest VIA Rail stations are in Belleville and Kingston, from which you can take a taxi or bus. Once in Prince Edward, a car is the most practical way to get around, as public transit is limited. Cycling is popular on the county's quiet roads, and some tours operate from Picton and Wellington.
When to go
The summer months, from June to August, are the most popular for visiting Prince Edward, with warm weather ideal for beaches and outdoor activities. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures, fewer crowds, and the chance to see migratory birds or the fall colours. Winter can be cold and snowy, with some businesses operating on reduced hours. Many wineries and attractions are open year-round, but some are seasonal.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Hadovka Lakeside Inn is the closest at 4.9 km, followed by Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn at 5.6 km and The Village Suites at 5.7 km. Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio is 7.0 km away, and the furthest is Compass Rose Suites at 13.5 km.
Do I need a car to get around Prince Edward?
Yes, a car is recommended, as public transit is limited and attractions are spread out. Cycling is an option for shorter distances. The county is reached by car via Highway 401, exiting at Highway 49 or County Road 33.
Which hotels allow pets?
Cribs On The Hill, at 5 Richmond Street, is the one hotel in this shortlist that lists pets allowed among its facilities. It is a 4-star property 13.1 km from the centre, with free car parking, a kitchen and a kitchenette.
Which hotels have a spa?
Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn and Merrill House both list a spa. Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn also has a terrace and a beach nearby, 5.6 km from the centre, while Merrill House adds a sauna, bathrobe and slippers, 13.0 km from the centre.
Which hotels have kitchens?
Kitchens are listed at Sandbanks Summer Village, The Village Suites, Compass Rose Suites, Cribs On The Hill, The Cape and Lakeside PEC: Beautiful Waterfront & Patio. Several also list a kitchenette, microwave, oven or dishwasher, which suits longer stays.
Which hotels have the best guest ratings?
Sandbanks Summer Village and Drake Devonshire and Motor Inn are both rated 4.3 out of 5, from 95 and 66 reviews respectively. The remaining hotels in this shortlist have no guest rating listed.
Is Prince Edward a good place for wine tasting?
Yes, the county has a number of wineries, many of which offer tastings and tours, and the area is part of Ontario's wine region. Wellington in particular is a lakeside community with a growing number of wineries and eateries.