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The Inn at Lock Seven

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel in Thorold with free parking

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Balcony
View from property
Garden
Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • Canal view
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
24 Chapel Street South, Thorold, ON, L2V2C6

What's nearby

  • Lock 7 Viewing Complex - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Welland Canal Lock 7 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Niagara Wine Tour Guides - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fallsview Casino - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Horseshoe Falls - 16 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Catharines Station - 13 min drive
  • Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cracker Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pendale Billiards & Lounge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Lock Seven

Hotel near Welland Canal Lock 7
Located close to Lock 7 Viewing Complex and St. Catharine's Museum, The Inn at Lock Seven provides a garden and a library. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • A gift shop and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 4 and March 13.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Property Registration Number 82141-5239-RT0001

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Inn Lock Seven
Inn Lock Seven Thorold
Lock Seven Thorold
The Inn At Lock 7
The Inn At Lock Seven Hotel Thorold
The Inn At Lock Seven Thorold, Ontario, Canada
Lock Seven
The Inn at Lock Seven Hotel
The Inn at Lock Seven Thorold
The Inn at Lock Seven Hotel Thorold

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn at Lock Seven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Lock Seven?

As of Apr 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Lock Seven on Apr 27, 2025 start from CA $119.0, excluding 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 at The Inn at Lock Seven?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Lock Seven?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Inn at Lock Seven?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Inn at Lock Seven located?

Located in the heart of Thorold, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lock 7 Viewing Complex and Welland Canal Lock 7. St. Catharine's Museum and Bridal Veil Falls are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Inn at Lock Seven Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 407 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, beds are very comfortable and you get a perfect veiw of lock 7.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has an incredible view of lock 7 and the ships that go through. The accommodations are fancy but the staff are friendly and the rooms are clean and comfortable with balconies for sitting and quick access to the bike/park trail along the Welland Canal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an outstanding place to stay, whether it is short term or long term, definitely recommend if you want to explore the Niagara Region.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here twice so far, visiting family in area. Enjoy watching the boats go by, never disappoints.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place to stay and a great view of the ships passing through. Beautiful area to walk around.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Watching ships go through the locks is fascinating. Rooms are dated but very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was over looking the Canal ! Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for me. Cozy, uncomplicated, quiet and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was right on the lock and we were able to watch the ships pass through.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at the Inn. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. The best part is watching the ships in the lock right from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alannah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seeing the ships go through the lock is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Watching the ships go through the locks. The staff were very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location across from Lock 7 of the Welland Canal. Room was clean and as I remembered from my last stay in 2005.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent opportunity to view the ships as they traversed the Welland Canal Lock 7
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay. It’s my second time. No complaints. Perfect for nice and quiet stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wish there was good coffee in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

I have never stayed here before and found the Inn very clean and the staff is friendly. The grounds are kept well and it’s a very quiet and peaceful area. There are places close by for food and coffee and stores. I really enjoyed this Inn. There is history at this Inn which makes it interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First stay here and was a very quiet peaceful room at a very affordable rate
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and Safe. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to watch multiple ships going through the Welland Canal. Very unique setting. Refrigerator was a big plus. Super comfy pillows and extra blankets in room. Close drive to beautiful Niagara on the Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. Downtown is walkable. Watching the ships was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We cycled along the Welland Canal so the hotel was very convenient to us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024