Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre places you within a 10-minute stroll of Kingston Penitentiary and Canada's Penitentiary Museum. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 80 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym. Centrally located in Kingston, the hotel is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Queen's University and Lake Ontario.
What's nearby
Bellevue House National Historic Site - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Kingston Penitentiary - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Canada's Penitentiary Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Queen's University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Kingston Waterfront - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
Kingston Station - 8 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 20 min walk
Tim Hortons Express - 3 min drive
Tim Hortons - 12 min walk
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
Wingstop - 3 min drive
About this property
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre
Victorian hotel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Kingston
Guests of Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, a water dispenser, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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 transportation
Free self parking on site
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 center
Conference center
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.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
4 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1841
Communal living room
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
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 available
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
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from December 22 2025 to January 2 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 20 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Rollaway bed fee: CAD 20 per day
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, 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 smoke detector
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
How much does it cost to stay at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre on Dec 7, 2025 start from $113.56, excluding 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.
What's there to see near Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
This hotel in Kingston is within a 10-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary, Lake Ontario, and Canada's Penitentiary Museum. You'll also find Bellevue House National Historic Site and George Taylor Richardson Memorial Stadium less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.
Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre feature a casino?
No, Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.
Is Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access and a turndown service as well as free breakfast.
Are there hot tubs at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.
Will Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre.
Does Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre have connecting rooms?
No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
The closest major airport to Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is 4.5 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is around 28.9 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre?
No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre.