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The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.0 star property
The 24-hour front desk and fitness center create a seamless experience for travelers who need both relaxation and productivity throughout their stay

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Located in the business district, The Walper Hotel features two restaurants serving meals from brunch to dinner. Guests can enjoy the coffee shop/cafe and use the outdoor furniture while receiving assistance from staff who speak multiple languages.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

10.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Urban) | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Urban)

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Urban)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Historic)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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8.8 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kitchener, a neighborhood in Kitchener, The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt is near a metro station. TheMuseum and Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Belmont Village and Fairview Park. Grand River Rocks and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Kitchener travel guide
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20 Queen St S., Kitchener, ON, N2G 1V6

What's nearby

  • Clock tower and flags at Edmonton's City Hall
    Centre In The Square
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Victoria Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kitchener Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kitchener Station
    12 min walk
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crabby Joe's Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Lucero Canteen
    2 min walk
  • Casa Toro 88
    3 min walk
  • Matter of Taste Coffee Bar
    3 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    1 min walk

About this property

The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt

Upscale hotel near University of Waterloo
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a hair salon at The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt. Be sure to enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), 4 meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • A ballroom, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 92 individually furnished rooms include perks 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 amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 48-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CAD 18 per day)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (CAD 23 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • TWH Social

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 8,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1893
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 75
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CAD 23.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 18 per day (427 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay plus CAD 75 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt pet-friendly?

Yes, The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 75 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of CAD 75 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt?

As of Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt on Apr 12, 2026 start from $117, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 23.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt?

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

What time is check-out at The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt located?

Located in Downtown Kitchener, this hotel is steps from TheMuseum, Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts, and Historic St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Kitchener City Hall and Kitchener Market are also within 5 minutes. Kitchener Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1006 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Concert hall close by. Great restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hao Ran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean, staff is very patient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ERICKA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a hotel. Will return for sure. clean room, lovely staff. Made this stay special
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a real drag! Rooms were great. Little funky.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guesta should be aware that on site parking is limited. Parking is available inba city lot a short walk away Staff are VERY helpful but breakfast service was slow. Staffing issues no doubt; a sign of the times. Bed and pillows very comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and comfortable, cozy room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service were amazing. I would 100% stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room updates were great, friendly staff, good exercise room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the location; it's pretty central. There were area rugs in the room that were filthy to look at. They need to be removed completely or updated. I did request a room with a street view. That was a mistake. It was very loud. On a previous stay, I had a courtyard view which was much quieter.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As soon as we walked in, the staff greeted us very well. They were very friendly and proficient! The room was very clean and tidy when we came in as well. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ramneek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff, made the stay so much easier and enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krystle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, staff went above and beyond, especially at the restaurant, when they made a mistake they went above and beyond to make it right. If you are looking for a clean, friendly hotel with great coffee spots nearby, definitely check this place out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kelly A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Decorated very uniquely for such an old building. The staff were terrific very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location Spacious room Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and the staff are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was smaller than anticipated, based on previous bookings, however the room was very clean, bed was comfortable, and staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice shower and comfortable bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff communication. I would only suggest some focussed reading lamps installed above the beds as the ones in the room were quite dim. A lovely hotel to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, decent size
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025