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The Sleepy Owl

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from The Fort Frances Museum

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Interior entrance
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Interior entrance
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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325 Scott Street, Fort Frances, ON, P9A 1H1
  • Place, Fort Frances Public Library
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Logging Tug Hallett
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Lookout Tower
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Frances, ON (YAG-Fort Frances Municipal)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Business Suite | View from room

Business Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Fort Frances

The Sleepy Owl places you next to The Fort Frances Museum and a short stroll from other popular sights like Memorial Sports Centre. This 24-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, coffee makers, and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • The Fort Frances Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Frances Public Library - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Logging Tug Hallett - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Lookout Tower - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Smokey Bear Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • International Falls, MN (INL-Falls Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Border Bar Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Sleepy Owl

Hotel with free parking, steps from The Fort Frances Museum
At The Sleepy Owl, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per person, per stay
  • A damage deposit of CAD 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sleepy Owl Inn Fort Frances
Sleepy Owl Inn
Sleepy Owl Fort Frances
The Sleepy Owl Hotel
The Sleepy Owl Fort Frances
The Sleepy Owl Hotel Fort Frances

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Sleepy Owl?

The Sleepy Owl provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The Sleepy Owl?

This hotel is located in Fort Frances, just steps from The Fort Frances Museum. You'll also find Plaza Lanes and Fort Frances Public Library less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Sleepy Owl?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Sleepy Owl have a casino on the premises?

No, The Sleepy Owl doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sleepy Owl?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Sleepy Owl have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Sleepy Owl feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Sleepy Owl doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Sleepy Owl allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sleepy Owl.

Does The Sleepy Owl have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Sleepy Owl?

The closest major airport to The Sleepy Owl is International Falls, MN (INL-Falls Intl.), which is 3.7 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fort Frances, ON (YAG-Fort Frances Municipal), which is located 4.7 mi away (9-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Sleepy Owl?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Sleepy Owl.

Reviews

The Sleepy Owl Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Great staff

Wonderful staff, I left my watch in the room, staff found it and called me. I’m very thankful for their kindness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and very clean hotel
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The contactless system worked great for our late arrival. Our room was clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expensive but it was quiet n safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Sat around and waited until 8am breakfast was never put out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were there to stay for a night on our annual fishing trip. Clean room, comfy bed, and helpfull staff made our quick stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. We were there for a quick stay and shower. Nice clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andre

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still haven't received a receipt from my 2 day/night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never again EVER
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marlene, Sherwood Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was in a good location for me.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Melvin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed my stay! I was meeting my half-sister for the first time, and the owner took the time to carry some comfortable chairs into my room so we could talk! There was no one at the front desk, but you can call to get in, and the owner comes quickly. Property was clean and the bed was cozy. Right in the center of town. The room was basic but had everything I needed. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Qiudi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
The location was great. Breakfast was good. The beds did not seem like queen sized beds..smaller.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
They send me messages asking what they can do to make my stay better. I said last time the cleaning staff was noisy in the morning. Can I get some earplugs? They said no. So I went half a block and bought some for a few bucks. Then they asked again. They said be honest. What can they do for me. I said I could use a load of laundry done if possible. I was in Fort Frances to work on my nephews shed. They didn’t answer. So what is the point of asking. Just blowing smoke up my ass.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alexandria who greeted us also helped carry 2 of our heavier bags up to the second floor (no elevator). She also offered a dining suggestion of the Flint House which was a very good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pleasant staff, awesome breakfast lots of choices
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised by the simple, yet clean and safe condition of the hotel. Everything was clean and up-to-date, without being over the top. Nice flat screen TV with a mini-fridge and keurig in the room as well. I would definitely recommend this to others! Also surprised to find a free breakfast in the morning :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

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