Bristows Inn

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Great location!

8.6

Property highlights

About this property

Historic Setting: Bristows Inn in Elmira offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property is pet-friendly and situated on a quiet street, providing a peaceful environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities such as streaming services and free WiFi. Guests enjoy balconies with garden views and parquet floors for added comfort. Exceptional Facilities: The inn includes a terrace, lounge, and games room. Additional services include a 24-hour front desk, concierge, and free on-site parking. Local Attractions: Located 28 km from Region of Waterloo International Airport, the property is near University Stadium (15 km), Waterloo City Hall (16 km), and Centre In The Square (19 km). Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the inn and the friendly host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ashish
Canada Canada
“The character and charm to the heritage building are well preserved. We enjoyed the spacious and comfortable room we stayed at. The host was proactive and enquired at regular intervals for anything that might be needed.”
Joostina
Denmark Denmark
“Extremely charming house & very decorative room(s), all with own bathroom & tiny fridge & coffeemaker, and spacious common areas. Shared kitchenette with microwave and lots of utensils. Good simple breakfast (yoghurt, fresh fruit, cereals, toast,...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location with easy parking behind the property. Very easy self check in which was perfectly communicated by the host. Lovely historic house to stay in, quiet location even though on the main road, felt at home straight away. Excellent...”
Nicky
Canada Canada
“Loved the old world charm and artistic touches. Comfy bed and linens. The old relics were interesting and charming. Thanks for the history as well. Accessing our room was easy as instructions were excellent and easy to follow. Will return.”
Marcia
Canada Canada
“The room, the bed, the breakfast. It was odd not seeing any staff on arrival . But any question we sent them on email was quickly replied to. We loved how dog friendly the Inn is. We loved the garden. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay an would...”
Maxted
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautifully furnished and comfortable. I was pleased to stay on a second occasion.”
Hudson
Brazil Brazil
“The place is very charming, clean, the communication is clear.”
Remy
Canada Canada
“The staff where amazing to help in any situation and at anytime, reaching out to touch base with me and make sur all my needs where met”
Arun
India India
“The medieval ambience of the place. Comfy and welcoming feeling inside the inn.”
Jessica
Canada Canada
“Property was just as described and getting in was seamless. The house is beautiful and a cool historical landmark. Breakfast is simple but had everything we needed and a great way to begin the day. A lovely spot to stay in Elmira.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.3Based on 114 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Bristow’s Inn incorporates the elegance of a classic Carpenter Gothic heritage home with small town Ontario friendliness, creating a quintessential Victorian experience. We provide quality accommodations for groups visiting the Tri-Cities. Enjoy the sound of the town clock chiming the hour, as horse and buggies drive by—all while being only 15 minutes from two world-class universities and the tech hub of Canada. With 6 well-appointed and comfortable rooms, we can accommodate groups of up to 13. We also have large indoor and outdoor dining areas, where guests can relax.

Neighbourhood information

Elmira is one of many quaint towns in Woolwich, Ontario and is only a 15-minute drive from Waterloo and a 7-minute drive from St. Jacobs. St. Jacobs and Elmira are home to the largest population of Mennonites in Canada. Often seen around town on their horse-drawn buggies. Visitors flock to St. Jacobs and Elmira for their quaint atmosphere and down-to-earth sensibilities. Both villages are famous for artisan goods and organic fare, seasonal festivals celebrating local goods, farmers’ markets and the historical buildings and establishments that remain unchanged yet functional.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Bristows Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Pets are allowed with a $50 pet fee.

Please inform Bristows Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.