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Lakeview Gimli Resort

8.0 | Very Good | #1 out of 1 hotels in Gimli
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Gimli waterfront hotel with indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant and suites with kitchen

Pros
  • Free Wi-Fi and free parking
  • Guests said the location was convenient to the waterfront and was good for accessing nearby outdoor activities
  • Many guests enjoyed clean, updated and comfortable rooms
  • Guests said the service at the restaurant and hotel was very good
  • Guests enjoyed meals on site
Cons
  • Some guests thought the hotel was overpriced compared to others in the area
  • Some guests complained that the hotel was dated
  • Some said it was in need of a deeper cleaning
Freebies
Free Wi-Fi
Free Parking
Editor's Review
Updated Nov 20, 2014
Overview
This waterfront property is right on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, making this well suited for leisure travellers wanting a view and those who want easy access to the waterfront. With several restaurants and attractions within walking distance, this may also be a good choice for those who want the option of exploring the area on foot. 

This hotel offers 95 rooms and each room features cable TV, a DVD player, a mini-fridge, a coffeemaker, an iron and ironing board, a hair dyer, an armchair, complimentary weekday newspaper, individual climate control and free local calls. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi.

Suites feature a desk and chair, a wet bar and a separate living space with a second TV and a sofabed. Vacation units are also available and offer a full kitchenette, extra space and room to store recreation equipment such as water skis.

This hotel is non-smoking and wheelchair-accessible rooms are available. Free on-site parking is provided and pets are not permitted to stay at this hotel.

Other amenities include guest laundry, a guest computer, a fitness centre, a games room, an indoor and outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna and meeting space. Movies are available to borrow free of charge. Dining is available on site at Seagulls Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a summer patio.

Gimli Theatre is within walking distance, 12 minutes away on foot, or a 2-minute drive. The Waterfront Centre and New Iceland Heritage Museum are both within a 1-minute walk of the hotel. A few restaurants are a 2-minute walk away, like Beach Boy Restaurant, Brennivin's Pizza Hus and Kris's Fish and Chips. Loni Beach is about a 20-minute walk away. (All walking and driving time estimates: Google Maps)

Confirmed with a front desk agent on April 18, 2013: Free Wi-Fi, free parking and pet policy. 
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The Good
The reviews sourced for this analysis were mostly positive, with guests giving positive feedback on the location and the rooms, the dining on site and the staff's service.

The location was a major draw for several guests. They liked the hotel's proximity to the waterfront and thought the location provided easy access to nearby outdoor activities like walking trails and Loni Beach. 

The rooms were also a source of praise for some reviewers. They described them as clean, nice and a good size. 

Additionally, a couple of guests thought the on-site restaurant had good food, offered generous portions and had good service.
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The Bad
As mentioned above, the reviews consulted for this analysis were mostly positive, but some guests offered negative feedback.

A few guests said the hotel was a little dated and in need of updates. A couple of guests complained about the resin chairs on the balconies needed replacement.

Some mentioned that the hotel's prices are high during the high season and and in need of a deep clean.
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Sources
Expedia.ca rated this hotel 4.3 out of 5 with a recommendation rate of 100% based on 3 reviews. 

TripAdvisor.ca ranked this hotel #1 out of 1 hotels in Gimli with an average rating of 3 out of 5 based on 36 reviews.

The author called the hotel on April 18, 2013 to verify some information.
Editor's Analysis by Jennee R.
Analyzed by Jennee R.
Jennee loves to travel and loves to live vicariously through others to help them find the right place to rest their heads while away from home.
Guest Reviews
Rated by Guests
8.0 / out of 10
"Very Good"
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hotels in Gimli

The average guest rating for Lakeview Gimli Resort is 8.0 out of 10 based on 585 reviews from past guests. This average guest rating ranks Lakeview Gimli Resort at #1 out of 1 hotels in Gimli.

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Map Marker Lakeview Gimli Resort
10 Centre Street, Gimli, MB