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The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to OLG Casino Thunder Bay

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Interior entrance
Lobby
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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277 Camelot Street, Thunder Bay, ON, P7A4B3
  • Place, OLG Casino Thunder Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Prince Arthur's Landing
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hillcrest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial View, Corner Room, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Partial View, Corner Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lower Levels

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Nonsmoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Lake View Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Lake View Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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About the neighborhood

Thunder Bay

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as OLG Casino Thunder Bay and Hillcrest Park. This 40-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • OLG Casino Thunder Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prince Arthur's Landing - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hillcrest Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Port Arthur Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Thunder Bay Community Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪On Deck - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Roosters Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Foundry - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beaux Arts hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to OLG Casino Thunder Bay
At The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include conference space, coffee/tea in a common area, and a vending machine.
49-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,723 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1923
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CAD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100.00 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CAD 15.0 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
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.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Courthouse Hotel an Ascend Hotel Collection Member
The Courthouse Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
The Courthouse Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Thunder Bay
The Courthouse Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Thunder Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of Jan 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Feb 22, 2026 start from $106.49, 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 do close to The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Thunder Bay, just steps from Magnus Theater, and within a 10-minute walk of OLG Casino Thunder Bay and Thunder Bay Military Museum. You'll also find Lake Superior and Prince Arthur's Landing less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Does The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including bathrobes and slippers in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Does The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel for a fee of CAD 35.00 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.), which is 7.2 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1091 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1091 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1091 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1091 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1091 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First room had absolutely no heat and it was 59°F. We were offered a small portable heater because they said they had no more room rooms so I went on their website and showed that I could book 2 other rooms. I was told that only one of them were available, which was not the same quality of room. The heat doesn’t work properly in this room either but at least it was a little warmer so they provided us with some portable heaters which has since kicked off the power and now I’m sitting in the room in the dark. Probably one of the worst experiences I’ve had in a hotel. Yeah how long do we have to wait for that woman? We were chatting a little bit and he walks in and I’m like he looked at me. I’m like I’m sorry I was standing here for you said that to her.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Khalil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room with a nice interior. It was spacious and modernized with an updated bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always enjoy my stay it very quite and like the spacious rooms its a beautiful building and it has a fantastic view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spacious rooms, clean and super comfortable bed! Staff was friendly and accommodating! Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Courthouse is a wonderful place to stay in Thunder Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Yeah, we had a nice clean room, soft bed and a good nights rest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were large and very comfortable bed , nice quiet hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The shower and sheets were discusting. I asked for the shower to be cleaned and the sheets to be changed, was told it wasnt time to change the sheets and that they would clean up the bathroom which they didnt. I couldnt use the thermostat because water would leak from the vent in the bathroom, house cleaning left it on begore i even got there and water did pour from the ceiling.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The building is fantastic, unfortunately I have had 2 negative experiences so far. The first time I stayed my room was outside the ice machine which is extremely loud at 3:30am. This time I was given a Handicapped access room and the shower flooded the entire bathroom floor which I was only able to mop up slightly with the limited number of towels I had. The hotel did give me another room the second night, but I wasn't happy at all. Beautiful rooms, helpful staff 2 bad experiences but i will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne, Ellison Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice hotel but not very soundproof.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice room good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in this building over 30 years ago and I really like what they’ve done with the space. The rooms were very nice and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Charlevoix

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
History from previous use as a court house. Entry to lobby was a bit harder as needed to climb narrow stairs with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s quaint and walkable to restaurants with beautiful views .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite fresh, a good experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

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

8/10 Good

Jerry

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

2/10 Terrible

SUZETTE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a room in the basement that was directly underneath the dining room. The noise was unbearable and we had limited amount of sleep due to the noise. The window in the room was up so high that we could not see out of it. The room was damp and had an infestation of silverfish on the floor. Very limited parking spots on sight. The breakfast was cold eggs, greasy sausage and no coffee unless you asked for staff to refill the canisters. So very disappointing that we will never stay at the Courthouse again. If I could recommend anything it would be to stay clear of this hotel. Don’t waste your money.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketlin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay and the bed was absolutely amazing, super comfortable. Staff is friendly, room was clean and the building is quite charming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel very unique. We really enjoyed our stay and will stay again if coming to TBay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We traveled 6 hours from Minnesota to Thunder Bay Ontario only to find we can’t say there because Expedia let us down again. We checked in (Expedia did not share l requested a handicapped room. -Again!! ) we were unable to check in because they don accept debit card or cash for the incidental fee. They said it was their site but not responsible for Expedia. We were screwed by Expedia again. Found out that that’s they do things everywhere!!!! Pouring rain and dark out we had to stay in Minnesota. I. Hate. Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky, fun, nice big room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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