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Best Western Fireside Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Queen's University

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Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby
Tranquility Base Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Exterior
Flights of Fantasy Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1217 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7M 3E1
  • Place, Kingston Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, International Hockey Hall of Fame
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataraqui Cemetery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Renaissance Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Renaissance Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Northern Light Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Northern Light Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Flights of Fantasy Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Flights of Fantasy Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tranquility Base Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Tranquility Base Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suzie Wong Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suzie Wong Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fireside Whirlpool Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub, Fireplace | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Fireside Whirlpool Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lord N Lady Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Lord N Lady Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Fireplace, Refrigerator, Wall Safe

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Fireplace, Refrigerator, Wall Safe

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Fireplace, Whirlpool, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Fireplace, Refrigerator, Wall Safe

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Fireplace, Refrigerator, Wall Safe

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Renaissance, Whirlpool, Two Fireplaces, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Suzie Wong, Whirlpool, Fireplace, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Tranquility Base, Whirlpool, Fireplace, Three Televisions

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Tranquility Base, Whirlpool, Fireplace, Three Televisions

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Northern Light, Whirlpool, Fireplace, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Flights of Fantasy, Whirlpool, Fireplace

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite-1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Flights of Fantasy, Whirlpool, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Kingston

Located in Strathcona Park, Best Western Fireside Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Queen's University and Canada's Penitentiary Museum. This 74-room hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Kingston Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • International Hockey Hall of Fame - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Memorial Centre Off-Leash Dog Park - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cataraqui Cemetery - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston Station - 4 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chit Chat Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Fireside Inn

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Queen's University
At Best Western Fireside Inn, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Stefan
  • Toms Place

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 150.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Best Western Fireside Inn?

This hotel is situated in Strathcona Park within a short 9-minute walk of Kingston Centre. You'll also find Rideau Canal and Kingston Penitentiary within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Western Fireside Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Fireside Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Fireside Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Fireside Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

Is Best Western Fireside Inn good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and 2 restaurants plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Best Western Fireside Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Best Western Fireside Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Fireside Inn has 2 restaurants, and serves free continental breakfast each morning.

Will Best Western Fireside Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Fireside Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Fireside Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Best Western Fireside Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western Fireside Inn is Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is 5.6 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Fireside Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Fireside Inn.

Best Western Fireside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 574 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
My room was clean and roomy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantasy suite was amazing. Staff were amazing. Perfect trip 10 out of 10. Go there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Natural wood decor is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Very hood hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lora

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it . Beds were very confortable and the hot breakfast was excellent. Free parking beautiful outdoor pool. Charming cottage style to this hotel. Very clean. Would definitely go back
Outside pool area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service at bistro Stefan. They quickly accommodated my party of 19 people attending for dinner after my wedding. Service was excellent and our waitress over performed while under staffed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sukhwinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, the rooms are clean and inviting. The fireplace feature adds ambience altho wasn’t used during my stay as it was 40°+ outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Nice to have a restaurant with bar, as well as a breakfast area. Hotel is dated. No updates in what seems like some time. Nothing stood out as fantastic or absolutely terrible. Room was dark, damp and other than a few cobwebs was clean. Also price was expensive for what it was. Average!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lindy

We love this quaint little hotel! Pool area is lovely, the pub is cozy, rooms well appointed. Our second time here, will be returning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

pauline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unique style of building was amazing. There is food options on site. Close to all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Bolton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, pleasant people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable room and bed. Breakfast had below average choice, cleanliness and service. Location is a little far from most tourist sites for bicycling but an easy 12 min. drive to most tourist sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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