The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 star property
Tudor hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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283 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, ON, N7T5V4
  • Place, Bluewater Health
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Canatara Beach and Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Water Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 800 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Sarnia

Bluewater Health is within a mile (2 km) of The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, and other popular sites like Ontario Court of Justice are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 84-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bluewater Health - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Canatara Beach and Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lambton Mall - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Blue Water Bridge - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Lambton College - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sarnia Station - 6 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Refined Fool Brewing Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Harvey's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bad Dog - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Tudor hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna
At The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna. 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 luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out.
49-inch TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include iPod docks, microwaves, and espresso makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Legacy Restaurant
  • Regners Tudor Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1963
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not accept debit cards at check-in for all bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Drawbridge Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia, Ontario
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia Ontario
Insignia Sarnia
Insignia Resort Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

This hotel is located in Sarnia, just steps from Stones 'N Bones Museum and Bayshore Park Multi Use Path Trailhead, and within a short walk of Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. You'll also find Imperial Theatre and Centennial Park Paths Trailhead less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel include a casino?

No, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge at Legacy Restaurant.

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel for a fee of CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield), which is 6.3 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 573 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel were very nice. The bathrooms are extremely small, but it is an older hotel that’s been remodeled so understandably there are some limitations there. Handicap accessibility could’ve been better marked as I had an elderly visitor who struggled to get up the front stairs. So close to the waterfront downtown and a great staff and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakenah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferruccio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel near the water. Been there twice now. If I’m ever in Sarnia we’ll stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

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

Great place to stay

This place was great and the location was perfect. My only drawbacks were that parking wasn’t guaranteed and the washrooms are quite small .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very polite although it took us 4 tries to get to our room.. the first time he gave us the wrong room number , the other 2 times the key card wouldn work... The 4th try he came up with us to make sure we got in ok. We were given free breakfast vouchers as we were also visiting for my birthday... Unfortunately we were unable to use them as there was almost an hour wait for breakfast in the morning and we had a few hour drive home. The hotel was very clean. We used the sauna, pool and spa. They were very well kept. The location was perfect. We walked for dinner and drinks and down to the water. The parking wasn't an issue either even though it was extremely busy. I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great , start to finish
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Beautiful hotel and great calue
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed at this hotel several Times and really love the experience. Our only complaint would be that there is very little bathroom counter space for toiletries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were here for just one night but we really liked this hotel. The room was big (we had a king room) with a very comfortable bed and some of the best pillows we have ever had. We have stayed at some 5 star hotels and the pillows are so thin, lumpy or too hard. I do not know why these hotels do not invest in good pillows.These ones at the hotel were great! We liked the decor of the room. Had some character. Comfortable love seat sofa and big chair with foot stool. Extremely clean. Staff very nice at front desk and in restaurant. We ate dinner at the restaurant. The ambience its nice and you can sit out on the patio, where there are beautiful flowers. The food was very good. My dinner could have been a bit warmer. I should have asked them to heat it, but it still tasted delicious! Breakfast was very good and it was served hot. Would stay here again over the Hilton where I previously stayed when visiting Sarnia.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. It was close to the boat we went on a music cruise Saturday night. Our hotel room was beautiful and the bed very comfortable. Our brunch at the hotel’s restaurant was incredible. Such a lovely patio to eat on, and fantastic food. Service was amazing for both the hotel and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Arkan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rishab

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Butiful Hotel clean Room grate stuff...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to waterfront,shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is ok. Asked for a crib but the one they provided was broken
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a really lovely stay for 4 nights. The property has been beautifully restored, and the staff was very attentive and pleasant. The amenities were lovely - especially the pool, sauna, and gym. Because our room was on the small side, it would have been nice to sit in the bar/lounge off of the lobby to eat or to have a drink, but this area is currently closed. Also, the Drawbridge Room was locked and unusable - this may have been because they were experiencing some fob/controlled access issues while we were there. The mats in the gym were in rough condition and should be replaced - I was relieved to have my own yoga mat with me. Those issues were low level, however, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel and service were very good but the bed was very hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

RONALD

Stayed 1 night in May 2025