The Avonlea Inn

2.5 star property
Inn in Stratford

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Classic Room | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Superior Room | Living area | 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services
Standard Room | Living area | 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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70 Wellington St, Stratford, ON, N5A 2L2
  • Place, Stratford City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

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

About the neighborhood

Stratford

The Avonlea Inn places you next to Stratford City Hall and Avon Theatre. The 4 rooms at this inn include coffee makers and LCD TVs.

What's nearby

  • Stratford City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Avon Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avon River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stratford-Perth Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Festival Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 12 min walk
  • London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gilly's Pubhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Starlight - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Revel Caffé - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Avonlea Inn

Inn in Stratford
The Avonlea Inn is a smoke-free inn.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 28-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Avonlea Inn Inn
The Avonlea Inn Stratford
The Avonlea Inn Inn Stratford

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Avonlea Inn?

The Avonlea Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to The Avonlea Inn?

This inn is located in Stratford, just steps from Stratford City Hall and Avon Theatre, and within a short walk of Avon River. You'll also find Tom Patterson Theatre and Festival Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Avonlea Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the inn.

Does The Avonlea Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Avonlea Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Avonlea Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Avonlea Inn?

Amenities at this inn that appeal to couples include Netflix in each guestroom with city views in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Avonlea Inn?

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

Does The Avonlea Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Avonlea Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Avonlea Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Avonlea Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Avonlea Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Avonlea Inn?

The closest major airport to The Avonlea Inn is London, ON (YXU-London Intl.), which is about 25 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Avonlea Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Avonlea Inn.

Reviews

The Avonlea Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great big shower. Liked the look and decor. Bed was hard. Dustballs behind bed and night tables. Double bed was too small. Couple of plugs around bed don't work. Third floor (room 3)is alot of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1) Didn't recieve the access codes until I was in Canada, which made it difficult to open - could have been sent earlier in the day 2) Parking was not 150 yards away, it was a quarter mile to a dimly lit lot; the walk there and back included an old asphalt uphill path with weed clumps, potholes, trip hazards. No place to temporarily load/unload near the entrance except to block traffic 3) The rain caused the marble entrance to be extremely slick, both my wife and I slipped while entering 4) Very steep and shallow stairs up to the third floor 5) Carpeting in the stairwell was disgusting, dirty, stained 6) Three windows, two with shades that only pulled up part way and one shade missing 7) Two dining chair seats were ridiculously filthy and stained, we would not sit on them 8) No shelves or hooks in the bath except one on the back of the door, no place to hang or set a toiletry bag 9) No hand towels 10) No toilet paper holder, toilet paper just sitting on the tank - had to reach around, try not fall off to access it 11) Cheap and sparce furnishings, no thow rugs, cofee table, clock, minimum spent on making it look welcoming 12) HVAC difficult to adjust - didn't know if bumping the temp up or down was working because it so long to notice a difference 13) Definitely different than the photos - what should have been an inviting place, and presented as a boutique upscale (and not inexpensive) space was bland and soul-less, like somebody threw some furniture in a garage or basement
Filthy Chair #1
Filthy Chair #2
Damaged Countertop
Slippery Entrance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Many steep stairs to climb. Coffee maker but no coffee and as there is no lobby have to call a number and nobody answered. Room was large and bright. Has potential but needs work and easier access to staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

No reception area; temperamental keycode and dark, dirty stairs Room large and clean. Pubs and restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location to walk around and enjoy the wonderful city of Stratford. Room is comfortable, well stocked and clean. Detail instructions to check-in/out. Beware of the following conditions for 3rd floor unit: 1) smoke smell is noticeable in room and permeates to any clothes taken out of luggage even in short stays. 2) two sets of stairs to reach 3rd floor can be challenging with mobility issues or heavy luggage 3) No front desk or storage room to keep luggage on early check-in or late check-out. It works like an Airbnb, not a hotel. We are thankful for the early check-in granted (not always feasible) and the recommendation to check if a nearby hotel can store luggage (not alwways feasible). 4) No water for about 1/2 hour at 9:00 am. We texted when started and when it came back but did not get any info back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Very nice stay

I was not expecting it to be a self check in process. It was my fault for not reading the email I received the morning of...so I was surprised to find a locked door. However, when I called, the lady helped me very quickly and was very nice. The room was very nice. It had everything we needed. One minor issue (for me because I don't watch TV) but the TV had no signal. We had no TV or even Netflix or whatever. It didn't matter to me....but they might want to fix that for the next customers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and quiet town. Large room and couch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diane

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is very weathered although clean. We were on the third floor and stairs are narrow and carpeted. The place could use a renovation. The location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a funky boutique hotel perfectly placed for the theatre, restos and shopping. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is low quality; definitely not an Inn. the room had a musty smell and in mid season expecting guests, it was hot and musty with no air conditioner running, it was a struggle to get the windows open to air it out, the rooms are accessed by dingy dirty steep staircase, no place to park in front and had to carry luggage from down the street, overnight parking is 4 blocks away. the furniture is sparse cheap college dorm quality. the bed fell apart when i tried to move it over and linens were cheap. kitchen had knives, plates, forks but no cooking utensils.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms in the downtown core.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

4/10 Poor

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The TV didn't work. There could have been a bathroom tissue holder installed on the wall. Only one waste basket in the bathroom. Slice of half eaten pizza on the outdoor window sill.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding experience! Great room and easy access and solid amenities. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay! The room was so clean and we loved the added touches with the coffee maker and toiletries etc. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely spacious room, well appointed with fridge and microwave and a few dishes. Accessible tv but no cable news channels other than clips through YouTube, or at least what we could figure out. Excellent location near restaurants and close to Avon Theatre. Limited help as there is no on site front desk person to for sure assist in an immediate sense, especially at night. My room did not have adequate working blinds to block out the light. However, I liked my room a lot. It was quiet and felt private. It was generally well supplied and had a nice bathroom with walk in shower that worked. It was aesthetically pleasing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Avonlea Inn for a Stratford Festival weekend. The room was clean and spacious, and the location was great (about 5 minutes from the Avon Theatre and 5 minutes from the 24-hour Cooper Lot). Check in was easy and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

gerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Julane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Had to hand carry luggage up 20 steep steps to room facing a noisy street with bright streetlights shining in and no blinds to block out the light. No one on site to help. A call the first night to ask for blinds to be pulled down was not answered. Second call next day was answered and resulted in the pull down of high blinds in 2 of 3 windows. Told a work order would be submitted to install blinds in 3rd window but wouldnt be fixed during our stay. This is not an inn but more a makeshift airbnb with just a couple of rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Proper mugs and coffee machine.Yes!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to theatre and restaurants right downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Audrey

The location was excellent and the room was large, a king size bed would have been better in that space. It was a tough hike up 2 flights of stairs with our bags.The codes to the place and the room were a bit confusing until I figured out what button to press after. The room was cold, heat didn’t work and there was no soap in the shower. But we had a great time in Stratford
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024