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Lake-Vu Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kenora motel

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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740 Lakeview Drive, Kenora, ON, P9N3P7
  • Place, Norman Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Keewatin Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of the Woods Brewing Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kenora, ON (YQK)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Kenora

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Kenora motel, you'll be steps from Norman Park and a 5-minute walk from Lake of the Woods. Norman Beach and Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Norman Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Norman Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Keewatin Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lake of the Woods Brewing Company - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kenora, ON (YQK) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lake of the Woods Brewing Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Chip Truck - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lake-Vu Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kenora motel
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Kenora motel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Lake-Vu Motel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Kenora motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [convenience store located next door from the motel]
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Destination fee: CAD 1.50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lake-Vu Motel Kenora
Lake-Vu Motel
Lake-Vu Kenora
Lake-Vu
Lake Vu Motel Kenora, Ontario
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lake-Vu Motel to the airport?

Lake-Vu Motel is 10.4 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kenora, ON (YQK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lake-Vu Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lake-Vu Motel.

How close is Lake-Vu Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from Norman Beach and 1.6 mi (3-min drive) from Keewatin Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lake-Vu Motel offer free breakfast?

Lake-Vu Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lake-Vu Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lake-Vu Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Lake-Vu Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lake-Vu Motel have a pool?

Lake-Vu Motel does not have a pool.

Does Lake-Vu Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Lake-Vu Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lake-Vu Motel to downtown Kenora?

Lake-Vu Motel is 1.7 mi away from Kenora.

Lake-Vu Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 228 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 204 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 186 out of 1002 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Barry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This property needs an upgrade but it was super clean and obvious that there is care and trying!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kath

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute worst accommodation Ive ever stayed in. There is a surmountable damage to the property that has not been fixed. One being the door to our room. This place is unhygenic. Carpet is disgusting and the bedding smelt like perfume of which i was told later was fabreeze. Do not recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Terry

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were efficient and checked to see if we were still coming. There was time of 10 pm to check in or you lost your booking. Nobody would be there after that Room is in.need of up dating. Carpet was old and dirty. The bathroom had mold on the wallAnd the bath tub tap was dripping and had been for awhile enough to stain the bath tub. The bed was clean and ok. The door coming into the main lobby banged really loud until we realized we had to put the stopper down on the bottom of the door to bring in luggage. Parking not very efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

sofy

Traveled with family
Not clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Small room, old worn bedding, noisy mattress, updated bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harley

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No other hotel in the area charges for a deposit on a one night stay, I took pictures and video of our hotel room before and after we checked in and out, because they've been known to steal the deposit from their customers. Very unsafe, four rooms share an entry, there are no locks on the door to protect from strangers coming in. Signs say no smoking, but the workers smoke right in front of the hotel room window. Not safe, saw crack pipes broken beside my car when we left at 4am this morning. Couldn't sleep as people in the shared rooms were loud and banging around until midnight. Could not check in early, even though we were told over the phone we could check in at noon when we arrived into Kenora. Owner is sexist, he would not talk to me or look me in the eyes, but the moment my husband came in he spoke to him like I didn't exist. Had to beg for a receipt and a list of our charges. By far the worst experience I've ever had in a hotel/motel and I stayed at the Horseshoe in Vegas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A basic room to sleep in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms are dated and the carpet was filthy but the sheets were clean. I would never stay here again, would sleep in my first
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The office was in the cluttered store/restaurant/gas pumps. Security cameras could be viewed at check-in counter while checking your lottery tickets. Pleasant man at the desk. After viewing the room decided not to stay. Too small and old, the entrance hall security door is also worn out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barry

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy dirty Air conditioner did not work and the staff said they knew but didn’t care . Flys everywhere . dumpster outside room from the restaurant next door Mold in the bathroom tub floor and ceiling Denys in the walks both Barry abd dink did not drain .. dark dingy and the only thing that kept us cool was the stand up fan that fell over and broke at 5 am it was a rotating fan and could not open a window as it was to noisy . This place was a dump and I cancelled my second night and made sure I got proof they credited my credit card the $200 security deposit . Next time I will check reviews before booking . I was able to get a room at the Sunset Inn about 4 min away . More money but well worth the difference . I travel a lot and Lake-VU is the worst motel experience I have ever had . Manager was a prick when I complained and would not come to the room to see how bad it was .. he already knew . He did sent another staff member ti fix the TV as it was too complicated to fiqure out but he did fix it . Hot water and clean sheets was all this place had to offer but the breakfast next door in the restaurant same building was excellent just not the motel . Do not ever stay at this place it’s terrible beyond belief
Broken rotating floor fan
Dents in walls
Mold in bathtub
More mold
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Clean pleasant staff good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Nathan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David, Athabasca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is just not the motel for me. The price is reasonable for Kenora.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Excellent menu and food in restaurant on site!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice. Single traveller. First time in Kenora. The water is close by, just a 5 minute walk down the road. The convenient store, gas bar and restaurant are right there. Easy fill up and go for me. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevhenii

Liked: Amenities
clean and quite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cooper

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It really was dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arvinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Barb

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica, Airdrie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean but older bathroom. Great water pressure in the shower. Worn wall coverings, carpet. One of two lamps in room did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kailash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025