Name: Algonquin Lakeside Inn
Address: 4382 Hwy # 60, RR#1, Algonquin Highlands, Algonquin Highlands, Algonquin Highlands, P0A 1H0, Canada
Rating: 6

Air conditioning

Smoke-free property

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Terrace

Express check-in

Dryer

No elevators

Reception desk

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Breakfast

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Vending machine

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Free Wi-Fi

Internet access

Internet

Barbecue grill(s)

Hiking

Picnic area

Fishing

Barbeque

Recreation

Free parking

Parking

Private beach

Beach/pool towels

Next to the beach

Pool and beach

Meeting and presentation facilities

Conference Hall

Business

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

Location

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Algonquin Lakeside Inn

Algonquin Highlands

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treatment

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bay-view

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canal-view

city-view

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garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

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mountain-view

ocean-front

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park-view

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annex

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not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

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pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

A lot has changed since my last visit to Algonquin Lakeside Inn.   It seems to have new ownership who are trying to improve things.   There was good water pressure, hot water, new drapes and the WI Fi actually worked and was stable.   Rooms have been painted (baseboards and doors to go) .   It was clean and comfortable (not luxurious) and I'd stay again.

Appears to be under new ownership

The room was clean and comfortable and the staff were courteous and very pleasant.   But the water was unavailable twice in one day including late afternoon Saturday for a couple of hours when we wanted to have showers after a day on the beach.  
Also the website says friendly dogs are welcome which was why we chose this hotel so we could bring our very well behaved  dog.  When we checked in, we were told pets were not allowed.  After consultation with head office , the staff made an exception for our dog.  This needs to be clarified.

Feedback on our stay

Family run lakeside motel (no inn and no luxury) on a lake. Close to Park. A little run down Limited front desk. Not much suite. Has microwave - no utensils or cups. Gazebo with bbqs and chairs to enjoy. No restaurant meals - eat elsewhere.  3 dinner items- burger, fish  chips and another. Burger/fries $20 and $2.25 more for cheese and drinks from vending machine (no bar). Overall a good stopping place but no value added.

Room with a View

My friend and I stayed here with her daughter in the 2 bedroom cabin for the weekend. Based on previous reviews, we had low expectations and brought our own cutlery, dishes, bedding etc. The property is a bit rundown but our experience was positive overall. Our cabin was very clean and came equipped with everything including dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, coffee maker, microwave, fridge and stove. We definitely overpacked because a lot of things were provided, even dish soap. We didn't have a TV but we didn't care because we were busy outside using the canoe and kayaks, swimming etc. Our cabin faced the property and the lake, but it wasn't right on the water. A few things to improve: clean up the beach every day, fix broken swings, ripped screens on the porch, monitor guests as there was a group of guys partying all night and playing loud music (it kept my friend's young daughter up) and possibly make campfires for guests instead of charging for wood.
People in previous reviews complained about staff but I think it was perhaps a cultural difference, because I found the staff to be fine when I spoke to them politely. There may be a bit of a language barrier. Overall, I think that if you manage your expectations and come prepared, you will have a good experience here.

Great location, clean and peaceful

Save your money!  There is no cozy in this Inn.  Over priced and under kept.  Took my shoes off not to dirty the floor….only to dirty my feet.  Bed was hard as a rock, actually checked to see if it was a mattress because we couldn’t believe it!  Circa 1980s jacuzzi beside the bed was only out tackied by the light bulbul hanging above it, the boarded up fireplace, gentle aroma of stank feet, no water or glass to drink from……..very disappointing.  I should of pitched a tent!

OVERPRICED AND UNDERWHELMING

We stayed at the Algonquin Lakeside Inn in mid-September 2022 for one night.  It was the only game in town for a single Friday night, when I searched a few days ahead (not surprisingly).  I saw a number of quite bad reviews, so was worried about what it would be like.  In short, the bad reviews were correct as far as the outside went. However fortunately the inside was surprisingly decent, very clean, though a minimalist layout (one chair, no table). The bathroom was fine, the TV worked, the WiFi was fine, the bed was also OK.  The grounds on the other hand were exceptionally bad – nothing appealing about it at all.  The barbecues didn’t work, and a couple looked as though someone had barfed in them.  The plastic outdoor chairs were so flimsy I thought they might break just by sitting in them.  Weeds everywhere.  Obviously, the owners have decided to just let the grounds go back to nature.  The "restaurant" also looked bad, though we didn't try it.  The place might be acceptable if it charged $100 a night or less, but it was almost as expensive as other nearby lodges that looked infinitely nicer.

Inside fine, outside pretty ghastly

Purchased 2 years ago. Renovated. Lake view. 
Fireplace not working. Yellow water. Heater in the middle of the wall causing the wall hot to touch. Hanger not working with narrow space. Bathroom door not shut properly. No coffee, tea. Unmatching chairs for patio furniture. Missing light bulb. Light not working. Hard to bite French toast with honey instead. 
Receptionist without a mask. When asked to wear it, she’s ok not to wear it since she’s been shot three times and is pregnant. Later she started wearing it.

Not qualified

I know covid has slowed everyone down from doing anything, but this place appears to be severely under maintained.  In all fairness, it looks like they have fixed up the rooms, at least the one I was in, but I had to walk under leaking eavestroughs, and through wires hanging in my face, the door shock hanging off, all telltale signs that the maintenance guy doesn't exist.  On top of that, this place does have a restaurant, though you can only do takeout and order ahead, but the prices were about double what they should have been.  Who wants to pay 35 bucks for a plate of noodles and sauce?  Only the desparate will.  I suppose that's what they are counting on.    I stayed at three motels during my trip and this one was the most poorly maintained while demanding the highest price.  Almost 200 bucks for a single room for one night.  I used to stay at the Hilton for that, and at least there the door shock worked.    Perhaps I don't know the whole story, maybe it's under new management and they are working on it, if so, then they better get working!

Needs work... a lot of work.  Also OVERPRICED

My husband and I were looking for a quick getaway near Algonquin Park. Given the fact everything near Algonquin park was completely booked, we decided to come and enjoy a stay at the Algonquin  lakeside inn motel.                           
After all, the advertisement on booking.com said it had              canoes available as well as other water equipment and a nice beach. The host also said there was a restaurant on the premises,bbq facilities and canoes and kayaks(at an   extra charge) as well as picnic tables we could use. 
Luckily I asked lots of questions about the place and, I was informed this place did not have coffee maker:so we   brought our own.

Upon arrival we discovered there were no canoes, only  some kayak we could use (at an extra cost of $20 every two hours) and furthermore, the location is extremely run down in terms of exterior maintenance.            

The swing seat out side our  unit was broken and should collapse at any time. There is only one barbeque for everyone to use: Even the host didn’t know which barbeque belong to them.
To be safe you should bring your own.

There was no restaurant that was open at this time, or if it is open, I never saw it open while I was here. (although the host did say over the phone several times that the restaurant was operational and serve breakfast lunch and dinner) and given the fact this place is extremely run down, who would want to eat there anyways?

Luckily,  we came prepared for camping. (with food and all,) if you come prepared for camping, you too should do well at this location) For the most part bring your own sleeping bag and small stove, cutlery dishes and other items you might need, as well as camp table, and camp chairs: this should provide you with a fairly decent stay. Furthermore, if you want to go canoeing make sure you rent your own canoe before coming here and bring it with you. Algonquin outfitters say they will not deliver to this location, only locations in the park. With all these items in tow, you will find this place comfortable.

Furthermore, the room provides you with a hot shower and is in pretty good shape. Our room seemed  to be newly renovated so that is definitely a plus. The bathroom is the best part of the whole unit as it seems to be completely renovated inside.
Also, you should definitely pick a water front facing room and you will get lots of sunshine in the afternoon.
I feel bad giving such a poor rating, however the place is so rundown that if you come expecting something else you will definitely be disappointed!
With a bit of paint, and some tender loving care as well as more water equipment for people to use at no cost, Barbeques for each unit, and better maintenance of the beach and exterior grounds this place could be quite a gem. After all,It is very conveniently located  beside the West gate of Algonquin Park and it is a waterfront location,  facing Oxtongue lake.

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