Stay at Inn at the Harbour in Kincardine, featuring sleek rooms with balconies, free WiFi, and LGBTQ+ friendly amenities. Steps from Kincardine Marina and Lake Huron.
Guests consistently highlight the inn’s excellent location near the waterfront and downtown, spacious rooms with balconies, and welcoming, helpful staff. While some note minor updates are needed, the overall experience is relaxed and enjoyable.
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Located at 255 Harbour St in downtown Kincardine, Inn at the Harbour - Downtown Kincardine is set in a charming brick building just across from the Kincardine Marina and the historic Kincardine Lighthouse. This harbourside property offers easy access to the shores of Lake Huron, with key attractions such as the Kincardine Lighthouse and Museum, Station Beach, and Walker House Museum all within walking distance.
The hotel features sleek, comfortable rooms, many of which include balconies or verandas with views over the harbour. Guests have noted that room furnishings are clean and cozy, though some areas show signs of being slightly dated. Amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, and facilities are designed to accommodate a diverse range of visitors, including those seeking LGBTQ+ friendly environments.
A continental breakfast is served in a bright breakfast nook overlooking the harbour, offering a variety of options including gluten-free selections upon request. Reviewers appreciate the friendly and accommodating staff, highlighting the personalized service and helpful local recommendations that enhance the overall experience.
The location is particularly convenient for visitors wishing to explore downtown Kincardine, with pubs, dining establishments, beaches, and boardwalks all just a short stroll away. While some guests have mentioned minor issues such as mattress comfort and room access, the general consensus supports the inn as a preferred choice over larger chain hotels in the area due to its atmosphere, service, and setting.
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We have stayed here on three separate occasions this summer. The staff are super kind and accommodating, it's located walking distance to the beach, has a decent view and is cute and cozy inside. It is a bit dated and there are some odd rules around corporate rates but all and all we enjoyed our stay and will continue to choose this accommodation over any of the large chain hotels along the highway.
We had a wonderful stay!! Very spacious room with a king size bed, beautiful view of the Harbour and lake from the balcony. Fresh items for continental breakfast. All staff are friendly and accommodating, special shout out to Matt. Very helpful to check on restaurants near by for their hours and suggestions on where to eat.... the steak was great by the way!!! We will definitely be going back.
Lovely family-run inn, walking distance to so much of downtown Kincardine. We enjoyed our stay very much. The bed really needed a new mattress (had a “wow” in the middle instead of being flat) - I mentioned at the desk when we left & she made a note to look into it…. Breakfast was good, even had a gf cereal option & plenty of choice (bananas, berries, yogurts, selection of cereals, hard-boiled eggs, juice, lots of breads to toast - these were non-gf but if you asked they would get out some gf bread for you - just no dedicated toaster). The breakfast room looks out over the harbour. Many rooms have balconies; we were at ground level so had a little patio. We appreciated being able to go out our patio door but did wish we could enter by it as well…! All in all, a very very pleasant place to stay.
I honestly love this place! It's a beautiful building on a beautiful street, with a beautiful view! I've been staying here 4-5yrs now when I come down in September for work. The rooms are well appointed, beds are very comfy, staff are always just so nice! The breakfast is nice and the set up is good. The breakfast nook has a great view, lots of windows. I always stay on an upper floor and get a balcony room. It's a fantastic view over the marina and water. You can't beat the location. It's just a short walk up a block to main street with pubs, dining etc. I will be returning next year and bringing my partner to enjoy Kincardine and the area. I would not want to stay anywhere but here!
My husband and I love staying here when we come to kincardine. It’s our go to Inn. The staff are friendly and offer exceptional service. The rooms are clean and spacious. There’s a bar fridge and microwave right in your room. The balcony’s also offer a spectacular view of the harbour. This location is also within walking distance to all your essentials like dinner places, the waterfront, the boardwalk, and the pier. So just park your car and walk around to see the lovely scenery. Once again a great stay.
This is the perfect location for a hotel! You are a minute or two from the downtown as well as the beautiful harbour and lighthouse on Lake Huron, The rooms are very clean and updated. The staff are amazing . They even offer a delicious continental breakfast in th newly added breakfast nook! Why stay out at the other hotels way out on highway 21 which are at least 10 minutes away from downtown, the lighthouse, and the majestic lighthouse! In my honest opinion it is the go to place for accommodation in Kincardine!
Our group of twenty retired nurses returned to Inn At The Harbour for a second reunion. We previously attended a reunion two years ago and had such a great time we came back. The staff couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. They allowed us to use their meeting room and set it up beautifully for our use only for our entire two day/ night stay. Matt was quietly in the background moving chairs, delivering items, adding a fan all for our pleasure and comfort. When I pulled up my car on departure Matt placed my suitcase in the back. It’s very unusual and pleasant to get that kind of personal service. Our breakfasts were served beautifully with something for everyone. A big thank you to everyone at Inn at the Harbour. We will be back again.
We stayed there for 4 nights in early September and our stay was excellent. The hosts are very friendly, knowledgeable of the area and helpful. Breakfast was wonderful and room was great. Location is walking distance to waterfront/boardwalk and downtown. We would highly recommend this Hotel to anyone.
Housed in a brick building across the street from the Kincardine Marina and the long-standing Kincardine Lighthouse, this charming harbourside inn is a 4-minute walk from the shores of Lake Huron.
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