Best Hotels in Charlottetown

Elegant accommodations, welcoming staff members and an excellent downtown location are just a few reasons why travelers rave about The Great George hotel. Set in the heart of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, the historic boutique hotel features 54 simply decorated rooms positioned across a few different restored heritage buildings. Each accommodation comes equipped with free Wi-Fi access, a work desk and a flat-screen TV. Plus, all room rates include complimentary breakfast, a weeknight reception from 5 to 6 p.m. and parking. The property also houses two meeting rooms, with catering options available, and can host wedding parties. While the hotel does not offer a restaurant, gym or spa, guests say the incredibly kind employees and ideal address more than make up for the lack of on-site amenities. Visitors are able to walk to nearby attractions, parks and eateries.

Formerly a convent dating back to the mid-19th century, the Sydney Boutique Inn & Suites now welcomes business and leisure travelers looking for a historic hideaway in the heart of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. Past guests appreciated the old-world elegance featured throughout the hotel, from its crystal chandeliers and wingback chairs to its stately brick facade. Suites, which visitors described as "charming" and "cozy," feature rainfall showers and complimentary Wi-Fi access. The property also offers apartment-style accommodations with full kitchens and separate dining areas. Though the hotel offers few on-site amenities, it does have a partnership with the nearby Atlantic Fitness Centre, which guests can access for free. Plus, travelers can take advantage of free parking and free breakfast (a particular highlight for past lodgers). You'll find the Sydney Boutique Inn & Suites blocks from the waterfront, within walking distance of St. Dunstan's Basilica.

Budget travelers looking for a deal on Prince Edward Island should consider bedding down at Rodd Royalty. Depending on the time of year, room rates can drop to less than $100 per night, a steal for any four-star property. What's more, parking, in-room Wi-Fi access and daily breakfast are on the house. Despite the attractive rates, many guests say the favorable prices do not justify the property's shortcomings. Visitors give Rodd Royalty's accommodations mixed reviews, citing outdated and unclean digs. Others describe the rooms as on par with those available at motels, although each comes equipped with modern amenities, such as an HDTV, a minifridge and a coffee maker. However, some travelers do not mind the condition of the hotel and appreciate its offerings. On-site facilities include a restaurant, a fitness center and an indoor pool with a waterslide. As for the service, guests praise the friendly and helpful (albeit occasionally slow) staff. Rodd Royalty sits a half-mile south of the Trans-Canada Highway and less than 3 miles northwest of Charlottetown, the province's capital.

Although this hotel boasts a central location in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, reviewers caution that little has changed since the property opened in 1931. Many recent guests lamented their outdated rooms, saying everything from the carpets to the bathroom fixtures needed to be replaced. Even those who enjoyed their stays here admitted the rooms could use a serious upgrade. However, accommodations do come equipped with modern amenities, such as flat-screen TVs, minifridges, coffee makers and complimentary Wi-Fi access, though the latter can be slow at times, according to previous visitors. Despite its drawbacks, the hotel does offer great perks for budget travelers. Not only are the room rates reasonable (you can find accommodations for less than $100 per night, depending on the season), but both pets and children 16 and younger stay for free. Plus, the property features a fitness room, an indoor pool with a Jacuzzi and sauna, a business center, a restaurant and a rooftop patio and garden (a guest favorite). As for the service, past travelers offered ample praise, describing the staff as warm and welcoming.