BEST Places to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
Welcome to the best guide on the best places to stay in Niagara-on-the-Lake. I live about 3 hours from Niagara on the Lake, and visit about twice a year. It’s one of my favourite places in Ontario, because I love the lush green downtown, (which is lovely at all times of year) the surrounding wine country, and the history.
Having stayed in MANY places in Niagara on the Lake (Prince of Wales Hotel, plus a handfull of bed and breakfasts) I’m going to share with you the best places to stay.
Bed and breakfasts are the most common type of accommodation in Niagara on the Lake, but you can also find AirBnbs, and hotels – some that lean budget-friendly, some boutique hotels, and others that are very fancy and high class. Where you stay depends on the tone of what you’re looking for.
I usually end up paying $400-$500 per night that I spend in Niagara on the Lake, this is usually for a room that sleeps at least 2 people. Here’s what I would say you should budget for Niagara on the Lake accommodations:
- Budget is about $200-$300 per night (it doesn’t get much lower than this, especially if you want to be somewhat close to the downtown)
- Mid-Range is between $300-700 per night
- Luxury, you can spend anywhere from $700-$1,000+ per night
So, let’s jump into the list of best places to stay in different categories.
Best Bed and Breakfasts to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
Niagara on the Lake is a town of bed and breakfasts, bed and breakfasts are the most common style of accommodation in town. You’ll see a bed and breakfast on every street. After experiencing staying at a few of these places, and extensive research and analyzing ratings, I’ve narrowed it down to what I think are the best ones
1. La Maison de Sophie
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.7/10)
Budget: Lower mid-Range (very good deal, especially for being so close to town!)
Breakfast included ✅Â
Walking distance to the downtown ✅Â (500 metres / 0.3 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, solo travellers (they make custom packages depending on what type of visit!) *This is an adult-only accommodation
La Maison de Sophie is a bed and breakfast run by Madame Sophie and her husband Gilles. There are 3 rooms total in their bed and breakfast, and they offer some special features that others dont, such as crafts if it’s a rainy day. They can put custom packages together for girls’ trips, romantic getaways, etc. I have been trying for years to get into Maison de Sophie, but it almost never works as they require a 2-night stay, and are often booked. It looks like a fantastic place to stay; if its available during your trip then I recommend grabbing it!
Book La Maison de Sophie Here
2. The Old Bank House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8.9/10)
Budget: Mid-range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (350 m or 0.2 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, solo travellers *this is an adult-only accommodation
I stayed at The Old Bank House while on a girl’s trip to Niagara on the Lake with my best friend. Our favourite part about this old fashioned house was the views of the gazebo and the Lake Ontario. This is the only bed and breakfast with a view of the lake, that I know of! The breakfast portions were small, but very yummy. We had chosen the options we wanted the night before, and the time we wanted it, and they make sure its ready for your chosen time slot. They also provided unlimited coffee (with oat milk for those of us that are dairy free.) The staff was very kind. It is about a 10-minute walk into the downtown core. We brought bikes with us from home (but you can also rent them in town) which gets you into town in just a couple minutes.
Book The Old Bank House Here
3. The Schoolhouse Bed and Breakfast
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.6/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.5 km or 0.9 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, and solo travellers *this is an adult-only accommodation
My husband found and booked The Schoolhouse for us for a weekend getaway. In all my research, I had never come across this one, but I think its because it’s often booked. The only reason we were able to grab it is that we were visiting in November, which is low season. The inside of the Schoolhouse has an antique, old library, Harry Potter vibe. They offer free refreshments and cookies during the day, and the breakfast was amazing! Their location was perfect too; it was so close to everything. Of all the bed and breakfasts that I’ve stayed in, I think the Schoolhouse might be the shortest walk to the downtown core. I highly recommend The Schoolhouse.
4. 627 on King BnB
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.6/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.3 km or 0.8 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, families and solo travellers *Children under 18 aren’t allowed
I stayed at 627 on King with my husband when we spent a weekend in Niagara-on-the-Lake after getting engaged. The hosts, a married couple, were so kind, the bed was comfy and the room was spacious with a fireplace. It really felt like being at home, and we didn’t want to leave. The breakfast was home-cooked, fresh and delicious – probably one of the best that I’ve had in Niagara on the Lake. I’d highly recommend 627 on King!
5. Cedar Gables Bed and Breakfast
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.6/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.5 km or 0.9 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, and solo travellers *this is an adult-only accommodation
Cedar Gables is one of the cutest looking bed and breakfasts from the outside, it looks like right out of the novel. I don’t think I’ve ever stayed here before, but it is high on my list because of the rave reviews. The breakfasts are different every day, fresh and homemade. The gardens surrounding the old fashioned house, and the cozy living room will make this a really relaxing getaway. A 2 night stay is required.
6. Globetrotters B&B
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.8/10)
Budget: Lower budget (great deal)
Breakfast included ✅Â
Walking distance to the downtown ✅Â (1.4 km or 0.8 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends solo travellers *The minimum age to check in is 21 year’s old, and children under 18 aren’t allowed
The couple who run Globettrotter’s B&B have been running it for over 20 years, so it is tried and true accommodation in town. It’s a beautiful and newly renocated cozy house with a gazebo in the garden. The only reason I haven’t stayed here yet is they require a 2-night stay and I normally only spend 1 night in Niagara on the Lake at a time. They are highly rated and their breakfasts are supposed to be incredible.
7. Carbonnel Bed & Breakfast
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅Â
Walking distance to the downtown ❌ (10 km or 8 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, families and solo travellers
I stayed at Caronnel Bed & Breakfast for a girl’s weekend. It had lots of space, the breakfast was delicious with generous portions. It’s only for people who have a car, as its too far to walk into town and back. I would highly recommend this place if you don’t mind being out of town. The hosts were very nice. Part of what made it unique was it had joining 2 bedrooms. This would make it a good option for friends who want separate bedrooms, or families with kids.
Book Caronnel Bed & Breakfast Here
8. Abacot Hall Bed & Breakfast
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.3/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.1 km or 0.6 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, and solo travellers *this is an adult-only accommodation
Book Abacot Hall Bed & Breakfast Here
9. Upper Canada Coach House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.6/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.2 km or 0.7 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, families and solo travellers *Children under 18 aren’t allowed
Book Upper Canada Coach House Here
10. Casa Blanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.2 km or 0.7 miles)
Good for: Couples, friends, families and solo travellers
Book Casa Blanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast Here
11. Butler Creek House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅
Good for: Couples, friends, families and solo travellers
Book Butler Creek House Here
Luxury Places to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
These places are all in the luxury budget range, costing between $700 to over $1,000 per night.
1. Prince of Wales Hotel
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Accommodation Type: Hotel
Budget: Luxury
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (located right in the heart of it all!)
Prince of Wales is a luxury, high end hotel and one of the most famous buildings in Niagara on the Lake. The location is perfect for exploring the downtown. I have stayed here before, and it was a good experience. It has very vintage, antique feel – it almost feels like you’ve stepped back in time. I have written a review at my recent stay of Prince of Wales -read my honest review of the hotel here.
Book Prince of Wales Hotel Here
2. Queen’s Landing
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8.8/10)
Accommodation Type: Hotel
Budget: Luxury
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (500 metres or 0.3 miles)
I haven’t personally stayed at Queen’s Landing, although my best friend has. It’s a great place located close to downtown. The pool is beautiful, the building itself is exquisite. It’s not as old as The Prince of Wales for example, but its slightly more modern and spacious.
Book Queen’s Landing Here
3. Riverbend Inn & Vineyard
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ❌✅ (1.9 km or 1.1 mile) It would be a 30 minute walk
Riverbend Inn is located right beside Peller Estates, one of the best wineries in town. It’s owned by Andrew Peller company, which owns a few of the wineries in the area. It’s a high luxury stay (more so than Prince of Wales,) they offer limos, a gourmet restaurant. They have a honeymoon suite, so its a special option for newlyweds. Book Riverbed Inn & Vineyard here!
4. 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.2/10)
Accommodation Type: Hotel
Budget: Luxury
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (400 metres or 0.2 miles)
Book 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa Here
Best Family-Friendly Places to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
Important note: Bed and Breakfasts in Niagara Falls do not tend to allow families. Even if Booking.com says they were “rated well by families with kids”, if you look into it, you will see that kids under 18 are not allowed to stay there! If you’re a family with kids, then these places allow kids, and some have multiple bedrooms.
1. Charlottetown House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.6/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (1.1 km or 0.6 miles)
Book Charlottetown House Here
4. The Newark House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.8/10)
Accommodation Type: Entire holiday home
Budget: Luxury
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (150 metres or 0.1 miles)
Book The Newark House Here
2. The Olde Angel Inn
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8.2/10)
Budget: Upper mid-range
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (located right in the heart of it all)
The Olde Angel Inn has a restaurant attached to it, with indoor and outdoor seating in the sumner. The food is great, and the envrionment surrounding Olde Angel Inn is close to parks, shopping, and theatres.
Book The Olde Angel Inn Here
3. Vine Ridge Resort Cottages
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/10)
Budget: Lower end (cheaper than most places to stay!)
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ❌ (9.2 km / 5.7 miles)
Book Vine Ridge Resort Cottages Here
4. Vine Village Apartments
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.2/10)
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ✅ (located right in the heart of it all!)
Book Vine Village Apartments Here
5. Addison House
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (9.2/10)
Budget: Lower end of cost! This is a good deal for a well-rated property
Breakfast included ❌
Walking distance to the downtown ❌ (1.8 km or 1.1 miles) this would likely be too far to walk with kids (25 minutes) but you could bike
Book Addison House Here
Other Good Places to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
2. Staybridge Suites Niagara on the Lake
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ❌ (12.9 km or 8 miles)
Book Staybridge Suites Niagara on the Lake Here
3. Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake
Approximate Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Budget: Mid-Range
Breakfast included ✅
Walking distance to the downtown ❌ (12.9 km or 8 miles)
Book Hilton Garden Inn Niagara-on-the-Lake Here
Final Thoughts on Places to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
I hope that this guide has saved you time and helped narrow down the best places to stay for your trip to Niagara on the Lake. Be sure to check out my guide on best things to do in Niagara on the Lake before you arrive, to plan the best getaway.