OverviewThis suburban hotel is located close to Highway 407 (roughly 5-minute drive) and just over a 15-minute drive to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). It is well-suited to travellers who want to stay close by the airport or who need access to a major artery nearby.
All of the 84 rooms at this non-smoking hotel have free Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge, a microwave, a coffeemaker, a hair dryer and an iron and ironing board. Guests can choose between standard rooms (queen or double beds) or more spacious suites (suites have a separate bedroom, some with a jetted tub). Pets are not permitted at this hotel.
There is no on-site restaurant but guests are offered a complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily. There are a number of dining options located within a 10-minute walk. On-site amenities include free parking, a gym, an indoor pool and a hot tub.
There are a number of big box stores (Wal-Mart, Staples, etc.) within a 10-minute walk. Shopping is nearby at Bramalea City Centre (just under a 10-minute drive away). It takes about 35 minutes to drive to downtown Toronto from this hotel. (All distances and travel time estimates: Google Maps)
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking (call date: November 21, 2012).
The GoodThe bulk of the reviews used for this analysis were favourable. Guests were particularly pleased with the hotel's location and with the level of detailed cleaning.
Staff were described by guests as courteous, friendly and ready to please.
A number of guests liked this hotel's suburban location and said that restaurants and shops were conveniently close by. Guests also felt that the hotel was located within a reasonable driving distance to Pearson International Airport (just over 15 minutes). There were also comments from guests who felt that this hotel was conveniently close to Highway 407, which facilitated travel to other parts of the city with ease.
Guests were impressed with cleanliness in the rooms, common areas and exterior of the building. They described rooms as spotless, well-equipped, spacious and comfortable.
Reviewers mentioned that the complimentary hot breakfast was tasty, had lots of options and was re-stocked often.
There was a sense from guests that there was good value received for the price paid.
The Bad
The majority of the reviews used for this analysis were positive but there were a handful of guest complaints.
There were a few complaints from guests who thought that the pool was small, that the water was cold and that there was a strong smell of chlorine.
A few guests felt that there was inadequate seating in the breakfast room to accommodate all the guests that wanted to eat at the same time.
A couple of guests had challenges working the air conditioning units and had difficulties in regulating the temperature in the rooms.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviewers ranked this hotel #5 out of 13 Brampton hotels based on 64 reviews.
Booking.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 8.7 out of 10 based on 33 reviews.
Expedia.ca guest reviewers rated this hotel 4.2 out of 5 based on 18 reviews.
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi, breakfast and parking (call date: November 21, 2012).
