OverviewLocated on Bronte Road, about a 6-minute drive from Queen Elizabeth Way (the QEW/Hwy 403), this hotel appeals to guests who want to have quick, easy access to the highway and guests who prefer suburban accommodations to the west of Toronto.
All of the 80 rooms at this non-smoking hotel have free Wi-Fi, a TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a coffeemaker, a hair dryer and an iron and ironing board. Standard rooms have one king or two queen beds. Suites have a king or queen bed with a sofabed (some have a separate bedroom with an additional TV). Pets are not allowed at this hotel.
Guests can dine on site at Hampton's Restaurant and Pub, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. There is also a selection of restaurants within a 5- to 10-minute drive. On-site amenities include free parking, an indoor pool, a hot tub and a gym.
Mall shopping is a 12-minute drive away at Oakville Place Shopping Centre. Bronte Creek Provincial Park (hiking trails and picnicking) is a 12-minute drive away.
Downtown Toronto is a 39-minute drive away. Air travellers should plan for a 33-minute drive to cover the 40 km between the hotel and Pearson International Airport (YYZ). (All distances and travel time estimates: Google Maps)
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi and parking (call date: November 7, 2012).
The GoodThe bulk of reviews for this hotel were favourable, and guests were particularly pleased with the hotel's customer service and the cleanliness of its rooms.
Guests praised staff at this hotel, saying that they were knowledgeable and helpful. A few guests appreciated the flexibility around late check-out requests. Staff were kind and sincerely interested in helping, according to guests.
Rooms were clean, comfortable and well equipped, according to guests. Guests liked having rooms furnished with items that they might need during their stay (fridge, microwave etc.). Several guests commented that in addition to the rooms being in good condition, the outside of the building and common areas were well maintained too.
Guests liked this hotel's proximity to the QEW (6-minute drive) and to shopping.
There was a sense from guests that they received good value for the price they paid. Guests were happy with what they got in return for the room rate.
Several guests enjoyed the indoor pool, saying that the pool area was clean and that the water was warm.
There were some additional comments about comfy beds and pillows.
The Bad
Most of the reviews used for this analysis were positive, but guests did have a handful of complaints, though they did not seem reflective of overall guest sentiment.
A couple of guests did not like the quality of the food in the on-site restaurant.
A few guests were disappointed that breakfast was not included with the room rate.
A few guests thought that the TVs were old and needed to be replaced.
TripAdvisor.com guest reviewers ranked this hotel #3 out of 10 Oakville hotels, based on 61 reviews.
Hotels.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 4.4 out of 5, or "excellent", based on 49 reviews.
Booking.com guest reviewers rated this hotel 8.6 out of 10. or "fabulous", based on 87 reviews.
Confirmed with a front desk agent: Wi-Fi and parking (call date: November 7, 2012).
