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The Avonlea Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Stratford inn

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Superior Room | Free WiFi
Superior Room | Free WiFi
Deluxe Room | Living area | 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services
Superior Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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70 Wellington St, Stratford, ON, N5A 2L2
  • Place, Stratford City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avon River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room | Free WiFi

Superior Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room | Free WiFi

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Stratford

In Stratford .With a stay at this Stratford inn, you'll be steps from Stratford City Hall and Avon Theatre. Studio Theatre and Avon River are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stratford City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Avon Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avon River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stratford-Perth Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Festival Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 12 min walk
  • London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bentley's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Starlight - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mercer Kitchen | Beer Hall - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gilly's Pubhouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Avonlea Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Stratford inn
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
The Avonlea Inn offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. 28-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This Stratford inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

The Avonlea Inn Inn
The Avonlea Inn Stratford
The Avonlea Inn Inn Stratford

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Avonlea Inn to the airport?

The Avonlea Inn is 33.5 mi (46-min drive) away from the London, ON (YXU-London Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Avonlea Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Avonlea Inn.

Does The Avonlea Inn offer free breakfast?

The Avonlea Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Avonlea Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Avonlea Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Avonlea Inn?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Avonlea Inn have a pool?

The Avonlea Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Avonlea Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Avonlea Inn to downtown Stratford?

The Avonlea Inn is 0.1 mi away from Stratford.

The Avonlea Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 62 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne, Huron-Kinloss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for our overnight stays in Stratford
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Avonlea location was excellent and the room was OK. I have never written a negative review before but felt that we did not get very good service or value at the Avonlea! The entrance staircase was disgusting because the carpeting on the staircase was dirty and soiled. The TV did not work and the support staff said they would fix the TV but never showed up. Funny because I read the same in other reviews of the property. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this business to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the name, this is not an inn. It's two rooms for rent above a restaurant. There are no "staff". The owner is available through messaging. The location is fabulous. I strongly encourage anyone thinking of booking to read the 1* reviews before proceeding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was very nice. The parking was awful.it was recommended to use the free parking but it was very far when travelling with suitcases. If you are not good with stairs then that might be an issue as well. If not for the parking and stairs I would rate this property higher.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location, convenient, but paint should be touched up in room, and in halls. Internet not functioning either.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was quite satisfied with my stay, air conditioning in my room was just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet room. Easy access to lots of dining options and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Deryk

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Avonlea is a charming and comfortable inn situated in the heart of Stratford -- perfect for enjoying the theaters, food, shopping, and everything else the town has to offer. Our room was well appointed, clean, quiet, and roomy. Although parking is not available, the host will gladly recommend nearby lots that are an easy walk from the inn. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great big shower. Liked the look and decor. Bed was hard. Dustballs behind bed and night tables. Double bed was too small. Couple of plugs around bed don't work. Third floor (room 3)is alot of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1) Didn't recieve the access codes until I was in Canada, which made it difficult to open - could have been sent earlier in the day 2) Parking was not 150 yards away, it was a quarter mile to a dimly lit lot; the walk there and back included an old asphalt uphill path with weed clumps, potholes, trip hazards. No place to temporarily load/unload near the entrance except to block traffic 3) The rain caused the marble entrance to be extremely slick, both my wife and I slipped while entering 4) Very steep and shallow stairs up to the third floor 5) Carpeting in the stairwell was disgusting, dirty, stained 6) Three windows, two with shades that only pulled up part way and one shade missing 7) Two dining chair seats were ridiculously filthy and stained, we would not sit on them 8) No shelves or hooks in the bath except one on the back of the door, no place to hang or set a toiletry bag 9) No hand towels 10) No toilet paper holder, toilet paper just sitting on the tank - had to reach around, try not fall off to access it 11) Cheap and sparce furnishings, no thow rugs, cofee table, clock, minimum spent on making it look welcoming 12) HVAC difficult to adjust - didn't know if bumping the temp up or down was working because it so long to notice a difference 13) Definitely different than the photos - what should have been an inviting place, and presented as a boutique upscale (and not inexpensive) space was bland and soul-less, like somebody threw some furniture in a garage or basement
Filthy Chair #1
Filthy Chair #2
Damaged Countertop
Slippery Entrance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Many steep stairs to climb. Coffee maker but no coffee and as there is no lobby have to call a number and nobody answered. Room was large and bright. Has potential but needs work and easier access to staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

No reception area; temperamental keycode and dark, dirty stairs Room large and clean. Pubs and restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fernando F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location to walk around and enjoy the wonderful city of Stratford. Room is comfortable, well stocked and clean. Detail instructions to check-in/out. Beware of the following conditions for 3rd floor unit: 1) smoke smell is noticeable in room and permeates to any clothes taken out of luggage even in short stays. 2) two sets of stairs to reach 3rd floor can be challenging with mobility issues or heavy luggage 3) No front desk or storage room to keep luggage on early check-in or late check-out. It works like an Airbnb, not a hotel. We are thankful for the early check-in granted (not always feasible) and the recommendation to check if a nearby hotel can store luggage (not alwways feasible). 4) No water for about 1/2 hour at 9:00 am. We texted when started and when it came back but did not get any info back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

I was not expecting it to be a self check in process. It was my fault for not reading the email I received the morning of...so I was surprised to find a locked door. However, when I called, the lady helped me very quickly and was very nice. The room was very nice. It had everything we needed. One minor issue (for me because I don't watch TV) but the TV had no signal. We had no TV or even Netflix or whatever. It didn't matter to me....but they might want to fix that for the next customers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and quiet town. Large room and couch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Diane

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is very weathered although clean. We were on the third floor and stairs are narrow and carpeted. The place could use a renovation. The location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a funky boutique hotel perfectly placed for the theatre, restos and shopping. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is low quality; definitely not an Inn. the room had a musty smell and in mid season expecting guests, it was hot and musty with no air conditioner running, it was a struggle to get the windows open to air it out, the rooms are accessed by dingy dirty steep staircase, no place to park in front and had to carry luggage from down the street, overnight parking is 4 blocks away. the furniture is sparse cheap college dorm quality. the bed fell apart when i tried to move it over and linens were cheap. kitchen had knives, plates, forks but no cooking utensils.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms in the downtown core.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025