The McAlpine House

2.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful haven where garden greenery meets genuine hospitality, creating a stress-free environment to truly disconnect

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The McAlpine House offers a quiet retreat in natural surroundings. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy sunshine on the terrace, and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee and tea are always available, adding to the comfort that visitors consistently praise.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Room 4)

Highlights

Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Hastings Highlands, The McAlpine House is in a rural area. Algonquin Provincial Park - East Gate is another place to visit that comes recommended.
Map
32 Maynooth Station Road, Hastings Highlands, ON, K0L 2S0

What's nearby

  • Hastings Highlands Town Hall - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Madawaska Art Shop - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Hastings Highlands Public Library - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Silent Lake Provincial Park - 44 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Algonquin Provincial Park - East Gate - 46 min drive - 64.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sun Run Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Algonquin Gourmet Butter Tarts - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Memories Bakery & Tea Room - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sunrun Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The McAlpine House

Hotel in a rural location
The McAlpine House provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at The McAlpine House boast comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 2 bathrooms with showers
  • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and dishwashers

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 12 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 12 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Trails Edge Bed & Breakfast Maynooth
Trails Edge Maynooth
Trails Edge Bed Breakfast
Trails Edge Bed & Breakfast Hastings Highlands
Trails Edge Hastings Highlands
Trails Edge Hastings Highland
The McAlpine House Hotel
Trails Edge Bed Breakfast
The McAlpine House Hastings Highlands
The McAlpine House Hotel Hastings Highlands

Frequently asked questions

Is The McAlpine House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The McAlpine House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The McAlpine House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The McAlpine House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The McAlpine House located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 30.4 mi (48.9 km) from Algonquin Provincial Park - East Gate.

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Reviews

The McAlpine House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnpaul

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

Excellent country retreat

Excellent place to stay it was very quiet very clean all the amenities you could ask for and the host was very nice the area is quiet and the parking is easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Perfect overnight stay

Bright and quiet get away with a clean common area with all amenities. Great coffee in the morning. Washrooms were very clean. Other guests were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Charming historical guest house

Leah was a great host. She explains the history of the area with some interesting stories. The backyard garden is beautiful and she had a fire going in the fire pit to keep away any bugs. Felt right at home there and would go back when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bedroom was clean. Beds were very comfortable. Easy check in. Bonus that there is an equipped kitchen for residents to use. There is no breakfast provided. Many booking sites have not updated that information.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shu Zhen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It is convient to the park, great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, homey atmosphere, with all the amenities you can imagine. Will definitely recommend McAlpine House to my friends as a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, nice room,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very unique spot that has a lot of history. There was a strong smell of cigarette smoke in my bedroom but it did not seem to be in other parts of the shared spaces. The host was helpful, welcoming and flexible. A great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les

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

Great Place To Stay

Quite enjoyed our stay. Common areas are fantastic as is the back yard. Close to lots of sightseeing and hiking trails. Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam

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

Relaxing & Appreciated Stay

Ideal for what I needed, a place to relax and sleep between hiking adventures. My room was spacious, washroom facilities were always clean and available, and the morning keurig coffee was really appreciated. It’s a great way to check out Maynooth & its hidden attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

asia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was gorgeous boarding-house style lodging, clean and the host was so kind and lovely. there's a history of the house in the kitchen that I loved reading. Close to Algonquin Park for any hikers and surrounded by trees. I absolutely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet location. Old hotel (1910) with enthousiatic host. Room was small but cosy. Shared bathroom was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very convenient and comfortable accommodation close to Algonquin Park. Quiet and peaceful. Well equipped kitchen to prepare and cook meals. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What more could you ask of a small town guest house? The room was clean and charming, the proprietor friendly and helpful but otherwise unobtrusive, the shared kitchen was large and fully equipped, and there either two full bathrooms for four guest rooms. The town of Maynooth has a good local bar and few rough edges. I was visiting family in Bancroft but would definately rather overnight here. I had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and the house itself incredibly homey and comfortable. The bed I stayed in was very nice and the room was spacious. The bathroom was clean and maintained well. Leah our host was funny, warm and kind. Thanks for having me, and enjoy the tequila I forgot in the fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

youngju

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

a beautiful and clean place

It couldn't be cleaner! I salute the host of this accommodation. Quiet, cozy and beautiful, this hotel is cleaner than my home, both in the public bathroom and the public kitchen as well as the bedroom. Every moment here was happy and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The stay was good, the house was clean, with nice old fashioned features. Overall experience could be great only if there were no strong cigarette smoke in our room. The smell was in pillows and and linen and even my t-shirt I slept in had for prolong period of time. I dont' know why it was like that - either the guests before us were heavy smokers or some other reason, but this fact spoiled the whole experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is a lovely old house which has been nicely appointed and decorated. The guest facilities and bedrooms are on the second floor (stair access only) and washroom facilities are nice and well equipped, but are shared so their viability is somewhat dependant on the other guests using them being reasonable and courteous. Maynooth is a small town with very limited dining facilities and not much else, but it is a beautiful area. .Guests would be well advised to bring their own food and cook in the well equipped 2nd floor kitchen and dining area. The owner is very personable and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here with my parents over the Canada Day long weekend. It was a last minute book. We didn’t know this place existed and what a surprise! We loved our stay here. The owner Leah is lovely. She is helpful and knowledgable about local amenities, attractions and the house itself. She greeted us at the door when we arrived. She is very personable and makes you feel like you’re old friends and have known each other for years. It is a beautiful place to stay. It feels like a home away from home. It is way better than staying at a corporate chain. It gives a more authentic and memorable experience. The house is beautiful. It has small town charm and history. The house and rooms are clean and comfortable — fresh linens and towels provided. Rooms have a tv too. Our stay was quiet, comfortable and relaxing. The backyard space, too, is a a lovely area to relax in. We watched the hummingbirds come and go in the garden (complete with a barn, seating areas, fire put and hot tub and large green space). I would rather stay here than at a corporate hotel chain. We can’t say enough good things about our stay and experience. We highly recommend staying at The McAlpine House and we cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Amazing place to stay

Very close to the main road , neat, strong internet connections , very good view to nature, and very friendly customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the host is wonderful. We loved our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KhalilAhmad

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is such a bice place,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sivapriyan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a wonderful place to stay I highly recommend it ----quiet, peaceful and friendly owner
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Subhash

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful place in the country with lots of histor

Great place to stay, very comfortable, peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022