The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Gym
Housekeeping
Free WiFi

Explore the area

277 Camelot Street, Thunder Bay, ON, P7A4B3

Place, OLG Casino Thunder Bay
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Prince Arthur's Landing
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
‪6 min drive‬
Airport, Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Very good

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Wonderful

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Good

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Excellent

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Exceptional

Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Wonderful

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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
Port Arthur Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
‪On Deck - ‬4 min walk
‪Red Lion Smokehouse - ‬8 min walk
‪The Foundry - ‬5 min walk
‪Roosters Bistro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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 picnic area.

49-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Similar properties

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Pool
Free airport shuttle
Pet friendly
Parking included

$143 nightly

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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.

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.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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).

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

No, at The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Courthouse Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Charlevoix

Oct 26, 2025

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

Wonderful

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with group

Sep 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

On Thursday, when we checked in, the staff was so kind. In fact, all staff members were amazing. The rooms are large, great view of the lake and the beds were very comfortable. Breakfast was very nice. I will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Jul 31, 2025

Paid for an upgraded room only to find out the room not meeting my expectations

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ling

Traveled with family

Jul 31, 2025

its a nice hotel to stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise, winnipeg

Jul 30, 2025

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

It’s nice to be close to all the amenities you need

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Jul 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved the character of this hotel. Clean and comfortable with nice staff!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom

Jul 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

We were told upon check in that our rooms A/C was not functioning. Room was very hot and was told that they were full and couldn’t switch us. Not happy that we were not informed before arrival as at our arrival time there was nothing else available in the city.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Jul 29, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Paid extra for a better room unfortunately didn’t meet expectations ripped curtains and room smells cigarettes. Supposed to be non smoking

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee

Traveled with family

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very classy, tasteful and beautiful. Loved the high ceilings, the heavy old doors, beautiful bathroom, tasteful finishing, comfortable bed, courteous from staff. We enjoyed poking around the hotel itself and walking to the harbour.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joyce

Jul 28, 2025

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

This is a great hotel. Rooms were lovely lots of character and charm throughout the hotel. Good breakfast with lots of choices. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jul 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Beautifull architecture. Very unique for a hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family

Jul 27, 2025

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

Nice

Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was welcoming and friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Jul 27, 2025

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

Nicely renovated court house still feels like there is some history there.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

steven

Traveled with family

Jul 27, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had to cancel our reservation due to there not being any working accessible entrance. It's law that there must be WORKING accessible entrances. We decided to go to a different hotel due to this. Our card was charged twice for the deposit. We not be back at all and will advise others to do the same.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with family

Jul 26, 2025

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

Good but

Beautiful hotel in an old courthouse. The Beds were comfy and it was super clean. Breakfast was not good at all, with just some bagels, scrambled eggs and weird looking sausage. There was super sweet cereal and sweet yogurt cups, but kinda pathetic for a hotel thats so beautiful and expensive.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jul 26, 2025

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

Great hotel, less great parking

The courthouse is a must stay in Thunder Bay…unless you’re traveling with a large vehicle. I was traveling with a uhaul truck and it took about 2 hours to figure out parking. This for sure isn’t the hotels fault, but something to note if considering the Court House for a trip like this. Thunder Bay has very strict parking regulations and the Court House doesnt have the best or biggest parking lot.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family

Jul 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed our stay. It is certainly a grand building - large windows, huge staircase, beautiful floors, etc. Our room was quite nice, very large and the beds were comfortable. Also it's in a convenient location; only a short walk to the waterfront park and the various restaurants downtown. Things that could be improved: the breakfast was disappointing. Pre-packaged "gas-station" type muffins, sad looking turkey sausages, etc. We utilized the hide-a-bed sofa. The sofa cushions had some drink stains on them and the bed was very squeaky and loud for one of the kids to sleep on. I have low expectations for any hide-a-bed but I believe this could be greatly improved upon for families.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Jul 24, 2025

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

Fun rooms very spacious with super high vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Top quality finishes and furniture with nicely stocked essentials. Breakfast hot and cold options with nice bottled juices available. Very good stop in Thunder Bay.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Jul 23, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Business traveler

Jul 23, 2025

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

Soggy checkin

A sign outside says to go to the back door to unload heavy bags snd to use that entrance. The was locked, you needed a room key to open it which is not available until you check it and it was pouring rain. My wife stayed in the rain with the luggage until I went around the building to enter and let her in. Staff seen her out there and did not let her in.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025