Located close to Queen's University and Canada's Penitentiary Museum, Best Western Fireside Inn provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Strathcona Park, a neighborhood in Kingston, Best Western Fireside Inn is near the airport and near a train station. While the natural beauty of Lake Ontario Park and Lake Ontario can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Kingston Waterfront. Canada's Penitentiary Museum and Queen's University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing, snow tubing, and snowmobiling. Visit our Kingston travel guide
1217 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7M 3E1
What's nearby
Kingston Centre
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Splitsville Bowl Kingston
16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Memorial Centre Off-Leash Dog Park
8 min drive - 1.8 miles
Marshlands Conservation Area
8 min drive - 1.6 miles
Cataraqui Cemetery
8 min drive - 1.8 miles
Getting around
Kingston Station
4 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
11 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
6 min walk
Tim Hortons
20 min walk
coffee way
3 min drive
Tim Hortons
4 min drive
Tim Hortons
3 min drive
About this property
Best Western Fireside Inn
Hotel near Queen's University
Located close to Canada's Penitentiary Museum and Lake Ontario Park, Best Western Fireside Inn provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self parking
2 meeting rooms, a computer station, and a vending machine
A banquet hall, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 individually furnished rooms offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
37-inch HDTVs with cable channels
Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Fireside Inn?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Fireside Inn on Oct 25, 2026 start from $111, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Best Western Fireside Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Best Western Fireside Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Best Western Fireside Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Best Western Fireside Inn located?
Located in Strathcona Park, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Queen's University, Canada's Penitentiary Museum, and Lake Ontario Park. Lake Ontario and Kingston Waterfront are also within 3 mi (5 km). Kingston, ON (XEG-Kingston Train Station) is 25 minutes by foot and Kingston Station is 27 minutes.
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Reviews
Best Western Fireside Inn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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We liked the interaction with staff, making us feel welcome. Especially the front desk. The middle aged grey haired woman who served us was a delight. The restaurant was perfect, the food delicious. My 84 year old twin sister and I come there every year for a couple of days. We have always had a lovely time.
We sadly stay in a fair number of hotels and its sad how so many no longer take pride in their establishments. Fireside however still cares. Whoever decided to stay with the cozy, dated look....is on point. We absolutely love it here! Staff are wonderful! Food is fantastic and and atmosphere is un-touched :) HIGHLY recommend !!
The room was exceptionally clean, although a little faded, but rustic with charm. Location served me well as close to drive to the shopping mall, but also able to walk into Kingston for dinner (6 kms round trip). My only complaint would be the smell of cigarettes from staff that smoke doesn't give a great first impression. I was very happy overall with my stay and would go back. Delicious breakfast included!
We had a great experience in one of the fastest rooms. Quaint hotel, well kept, clean, nice amenities (pool). In house Restaurants were good too. Friendly, helpful staff. We had breakfast included which was a bonus. We would stay here again.
The property is dated but generally clean and maintained. Breakfast was hot and ok. Staff where helpful and friendly. The bed was comfortable. Tom's restaurant has EXCELLENT food and a warm atmosphere.
Care needs to be taken if walking around the neighborhood. We found broken drug paraphernalia and open drug use in the area but not on the hotel property. Use caution.
Small relaxing hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful. Close to all tourists related things. Dining at Tom' and Stefan Bistro was amazing delicious. This is a older hotel, but with the stay!
The room was quiet, clean, and spacious, and the amenities were very well maintained. I loved the cozy fireplace and the vintage books on the shelves! There is plenty of parking, and both the pool and patio areas looked great.
The staff were super helpful and friendly. While the buffet breakfast wasn't overly lavish, it still offered a solid variety of options. The location is very convenient—right next to Food Basics, close to A&W and McDonald's, and only about 4 minutes from a gas station.
I would definitely recommend staying here!
Jason at the front desk was very accommodating and customer friendly, breakfast was better than most other hotels, pool was nice but needed to be clean, beds were comfortable, cost per night was alot better than the downtown hotels.