Thriftlodge Kingston

“Especially Dog Friendly”

This dog friendly hotel went above and beyond for our visit. On check-in we were given a gift bag containing a bag of treats, a new metal water bowl, a squeaky toy, a blanket and a roll of 'poop' bags. All of this for our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 'Willie'. In addition, a great room. Spec... more

This dog friendly hotel went above and beyond for our visit. On check-in we were given a gift bag containing a bag of treats, a new metal water bowl, a squeaky toy, a blanket and a roll of 'poop' bags. All of this for our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 'Willie'. In addition, a great room. Special thanks to Finn and the other front desk staff.

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“Nice modern interior, good value.”

The hotel was a bargin compared to others in the area. FREE parking, easy check in and nice lobby. Hotel was recently updated, but not sure who did the work, but it could have been better. You can see the owners had a vision, but the final product lacked the vision. Just minor things with final ... more

The hotel was a bargin compared to others in the area. FREE parking, easy check in and nice lobby. Hotel was recently updated, but not sure who did the work, but it could have been better. You can see the owners had a vision, but the final product lacked the vision. Just minor things with final touches, and whatever caulking they used is not nold/mildew resistant. It's a modern style, which was nice though. Needs a bit to get it over the finish line, but it was a good value.

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“Yes, go for it.”

First visit to Kingston and Strata was the right choice for location and price, I stayed Aug. 14-17. On the main street (Princess) and a short drive right down to the waterfront. Rooms have been renovated and are exactly as described in words (coffee, ironing board & iron, big tv, fridge, microwa... more

First visit to Kingston and Strata was the right choice for location and price, I stayed Aug. 14-17. On the main street (Princess) and a short drive right down to the waterfront. Rooms have been renovated and are exactly as described in words (coffee, ironing board & iron, big tv, fridge, microwave and the website pictures are accurate. I did like the heated bathroom mirror (no fogging). Beds are fantastic and 4 pillows per bed. A simple but suitable modern lobby. Outside the entrance is a patio with 2 picnic tables, Muskoka chairs and patio furniture to seat about 40 with a propane fire pit, I sat there in the evenings and still got the Wifi. Some renovations may still be happening but not at all noticeable and no noise. There are businesses below the hotel but none are noisy. It appears the hotel bought the whole complex as the big sign on the property says Strata Center. The hotel is also on a main bus route. Local area has a new Pizza Hut (take out) beside the hotel and a Food Basics one building away. A & W, McDonalds, Wendys, Loblaws, Shoppers also near by. I recommend a little place called the Yellow Cafe, not far (they have locations around the world), great decor ! and a great breakfast (yogurt parfait was big and delicious with berries, bananas, apples, strawberries). A cute store attached with breads, teas and other quality goods. I was travelling with two seniors age 79 and 85 and my mother loved The Yellow Cafe. Talk to the staff to hear about The Yellow Cafe concept. Organic eggs etc. I had the Turkey Breakfast sandwich. If you're all about garbage fast food chains, skip it but if not then go. I was sitting alone in the lobby and staff came round and offered me a treat from a tray, nice touch. The second time front desk staff came over and offered to get me a glass of water. Staff were very friendly and efficient. Stata is beside Best Western (fantasy suites, say what ?) and Knight Inns, I am so glad I booked Strata. There is no restaurant at Strata but many options so close by. Parking is free both above and below ground. Google street view will show you the old previous hotel so don't go by Google to get an impression. I usually do a lot of research before hand, I picked right. Thanks You to Strata staff. Stephen Campbell

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“Recently renovated but dusty rooms”

Strata hotel is good but not great. Location is fine if you have a car, but being next to a busy stroad is not exactly scenic, but a short drive from the actual nice bits of Kingston. It was recently renovated and the parts they did renovate seem very nice, such as the lobby and parts of the ba... more

Strata hotel is good but not great. Location is fine if you have a car, but being next to a busy stroad is not exactly scenic, but a short drive from the actual nice bits of Kingston. It was recently renovated and the parts they did renovate seem very nice, such as the lobby and parts of the bathrooms, but there is still work to do. Here are some positives The Lobby is really nice and modern, a lot of natural light and modern look The staff were friendly and helpful The Bathroom had some (but not all) new fixtures such as a new toilet and two sinks The furniture in the room is new and modern, and the carpets seemed new as well The mattresses and pillows were new and comfortable Here are some negatives The Room was very dusty. There was dust behind the TV, dust on the bed's headboard, and dust on the windowsill. The AC filter was also dirty, definitely needs a clean and it seems as though they need to allocate more time to their cleaning staff to properly dust each room The bathtub/shower was not clean, there was soap scum in it. The fixture has also not been updated yet, it's very 1980's The hallways, doors, and elevators are very shabby. There is peeling paint and the doors are heavy, loud, and old, which can be inconvenient if one of the people staying with you needs to use the bathroom at night and accidentally slam the door The walls are pretty thin, sound carries through them, although that may just be because we were sharing a floor with a teenage boys hockey team Overall I can see the work they have put into this place, but they still have work to do. Also, please, please clean the AC filters and properly dust the rooms.

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