Guests start their day with a delicious full breakfast and invigorating workout at this eco-certified hotel near Queen's University, known for its warm hospitality.
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The Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers an eco-friendly experience that guests consistently praise for its excellent breakfast. Travelers can relax in the garden, get energized at the gym, and take advantage of complimentary WiFi and convenient dry cleaning services.
Located in Kingston, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is connected to the convention centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kingston Waterfront and Rideau Canal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium or Slush Puppie Place. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Kingston travel guide
421 Union Street, Kingston, ON, K7L 3N6
What's nearby
Kingston Penitentiary
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Canada's Penitentiary Museum
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Queen's University
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kingston Waterfront
6 min drive - 2.2 km
Bellevue House National Historic Site
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Kingston Station
8 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
9 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons Express
3 min drive
Tim Hortons
20 min walk
Tim Hortons
12 min walk
Tim Hortons
4 min drive
Starbucks
2 min drive
About this property
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre
Hotel near Queen's University
At Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a gym.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Concierge services, luggage storage and outdoor furniture
A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a banquet hall
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 80 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Turndown service
Business services
15 meeting rooms
24-hour business centre
Conference centre
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1841
Communal living room
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 per day
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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Frequently asked questions
Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on 9 Mar 2026 start from AU$211, 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 Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre located?
Located in the heart of Kingston, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary and Queen's University. Canada's Penitentiary Museum and Lake Ontario are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1025 reviews
10 - Excellent
713
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1025 reviews
8 - Good
235
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1025 reviews
6 - Okay
56
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1025 reviews
4 - Poor
15
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1025 reviews
2 - Terrible
6
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Fiona
24 Dec 2025
Great location, very nice and clean room, fantastic breakfast, friendly staff and easy parking.
Room was clean. Staff was very helpful and attentive. The breakfast staff was friendly and helpful. They brought us a microwave and accommodated any requests. Location is close to queens. Free parking is appreciated.
The breakfast buffet was amazing. Lots of choices - fresh fruit and delicious pastries.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jean yan jun
9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and it had a cozy sitting area by a window. The breakfast was good and staff really friendly and helpful. There are sitting lounges around the property that were really lovely. Really enjoyed our stay.
Room and facilities were very clean. The staff, especially the breakfast servers, were very friendly and attentive. I would definitely stay here again.