Canadiana Inn
732 Dundas St E, Whitby, Ontario L1N 2J7 Canada
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If you’re looking for a budget friendly small hotel in Whitby, look no further than Canadiana Inn.
Canadiana Inn offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available.
The small hotel offers newspaper, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool and barbeque facilities. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Chatterpaul's, Brothers Ristorante, and A Tavola Bistro, which are some Italian restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
If you are interested in exploring Whitby, check out a history museum, such as Lynde House Museum.
The staff at Canadiana Inn looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Pool
Vending machine
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
BBQ facilities
Newspaper
Outdoor pool
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Interconnected rooms available
Telephone
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Smoking rooms available
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Languages Spoken
English, Hindi
Location
732 Dundas St E, Whitby, Ontario L1N 2J7 Canada
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Car recommended
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Booked my room over a week in advance. Have stayed here at least 5 times before and knew it wasn't top quality but have been over all satisfied enough to re-book. Unfortunately, this time will have to be the last.
Booked online expecting to pay the rate displayed on their website. Informed on arrival that $10 more is added when booking online (through booking,com). This fee was not disclosed upon booking. I was not willing to pay more, nor was I willing to accept a one-bed room (one adult, two children). Told the in-room phones were down and no one could come to fix it before the following day.
Quickly checked into the room and found the mini fridge was not on. Understandable as they did not expect anyone to be using that room- I'm sure they would have turned on the fridge in the room they expected me to take. Put our breakfast in the fridge hoping for the best and went on with our day.
Came back to the room in the evening. Youngest child wanted a bath- the lever to turn off the shower head was broken. Had to lay the shower head in the bathtub to fill it. Tub had a filthy soap ring around it. Shampoo packets were very difficult to open as they have no tear tabs and actually show they require scissors to open. I didn't bring mine. :/
Old, dirty Slurpee cup was found by my youngest just under one of the beds. I left it there.
Beds uncomfortable. Maybe I've been spoiled by my own mattress at home, but these were horrible to me and I slept only about 5 broken hours.
Morning coffee: The coffee maker was stored on the counter to the left of the sink. There is no outlet there. The only available outlets are: on the OTHER side of the sink (had to balance the tray on the edge of the sink to run it as there wasn't enough room for it there. The other two outlets are near the front door (the a/c unit uses it), the one the alarm clock and lamp are plugged into near the bed (none unused), and the one the TV and fridge are plugged into. There was one available outlet there for me to charge my phone but I was worried about plugging it in there.
Received an email at 6am from cooking.com telling me that my booking had been cancelled. Reason: I had not checked in. It said I would be charged the full amount,. I quickly emailed them back to tell them the truth so I would not be charged the fee. Heard back within two hours that the hotel confirmed I did stay there and therefore would not be charged the cancellation fee.
The positives: I love the location and will be sad to have to find a new hotel when I come to visit. It is right in the neighbourhood I grew up in so I enjoy being here- it's as close to home as I can get. Also when we first walked in, the room actually smelled clean. It is a non-smoking room and does not smell like anyone had ever violated that rule. It is also a fairly decent sized room. As well, in the summer we love the pool. The surroundings are beautiful and the water is never too cold- although we only have ever used the pool on two different stays.
Booked online expecting to pay the rate displayed on their website. Informed on arrival that $10 more is added when booking online (through booking,com). This fee was not disclosed upon booking. I was not willing to pay more, nor was I willing to accept a one-bed room (one adult, two children). Told the in-room phones were down and no one could come to fix it before the following day.
Quickly checked into the room and found the mini fridge was not on. Understandable as they did not expect anyone to be using that room- I'm sure they would have turned on the fridge in the room they expected me to take. Put our breakfast in the fridge hoping for the best and went on with our day.
Came back to the room in the evening. Youngest child wanted a bath- the lever to turn off the shower head was broken. Had to lay the shower head in the bathtub to fill it. Tub had a filthy soap ring around it. Shampoo packets were very difficult to open as they have no tear tabs and actually show they require scissors to open. I didn't bring mine. :/
Old, dirty Slurpee cup was found by my youngest just under one of the beds. I left it there.
Beds uncomfortable. Maybe I've been spoiled by my own mattress at home, but these were horrible to me and I slept only about 5 broken hours.
Morning coffee: The coffee maker was stored on the counter to the left of the sink. There is no outlet there. The only available outlets are: on the OTHER side of the sink (had to balance the tray on the edge of the sink to run it as there wasn't enough room for it there. The other two outlets are near the front door (the a/c unit uses it), the one the alarm clock and lamp are plugged into near the bed (none unused), and the one the TV and fridge are plugged into. There was one available outlet there for me to charge my phone but I was worried about plugging it in there.
Received an email at 6am from cooking.com telling me that my booking had been cancelled. Reason: I had not checked in. It said I would be charged the full amount,. I quickly emailed them back to tell them the truth so I would not be charged the fee. Heard back within two hours that the hotel confirmed I did stay there and therefore would not be charged the cancellation fee.
The positives: I love the location and will be sad to have to find a new hotel when I come to visit. It is right in the neighbourhood I grew up in so I enjoy being here- it's as close to home as I can get. Also when we first walked in, the room actually smelled clean. It is a non-smoking room and does not smell like anyone had ever violated that rule. It is also a fairly decent sized room. As well, in the summer we love the pool. The surroundings are beautiful and the water is never too cold- although we only have ever used the pool on two different stays.
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Date of stay: April 2014Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: On one of my previous trips we stayed around the middle of the hotel and could her our neighbours...
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I don't think it is a hidden pearl but we were very happy stayed here two nights.
If your activities are on the east side then the location is ok, to go to the west side or Hamilton, it might take a while, Toronto is big...
If you are surprised because they ask for the $$ on arrival, then you clearly don't travel on a budget very often. It's also probably why that couple wasn't impressed.
We all have different standards
Slow wifi
Pool was covered in snow.
If your activities are on the east side then the location is ok, to go to the west side or Hamilton, it might take a while, Toronto is big...
If you are surprised because they ask for the $$ on arrival, then you clearly don't travel on a budget very often. It's also probably why that couple wasn't impressed.
We all have different standards
Slow wifi
Pool was covered in snow.
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Date of stay: January 2013
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I don't know where Jon K stayed but nothing could be further from the truth in my opinion. My wife, her brother and I have recently returned from Canada and chose the Canadiana primarily for it's location as we were visiting the Whitby, Canada area. When we arrived we were met by the owners who were most helpful, polite and knowledgeable. This continued throughout our stay.
The property is a typical motel and undergoing some refurbishment although this does not cause any problems to occupants as most of this refurbishment is internal.
There are smaller rooms (which we were allocated 2 and quite happy with) which were the original rooms on the site, and the owner assured me that they are going to be replaced shortly. There are, also, larger (family) rooms available on site.
The site also hosts a swimming pool open from 10am to 10pm and cleaned daily and bar-b-q facilities (bring your own charcoal) open to residents.
The grounds are kept clean by the hard-working couple (and their family) who run the site. The bed linen was changed regularly and the rooms kept spotlessly clean - again, by the owners and their family.
We were there for 10 days which is probably more than most people spend in a motel but we enjoyed our stay. It was quiet, clean, ideally located and well managed by the friendly staff. Oh, and don't forget that if you go to the excellent "Brothers" Restaurant (opposite) you can get a 10% reduction off of your bill because you are staying in The Canadiana.
I can highly recommend The Canadiana and look forward to staying there during our next visit in a couple of years time.
The property is a typical motel and undergoing some refurbishment although this does not cause any problems to occupants as most of this refurbishment is internal.
There are smaller rooms (which we were allocated 2 and quite happy with) which were the original rooms on the site, and the owner assured me that they are going to be replaced shortly. There are, also, larger (family) rooms available on site.
The site also hosts a swimming pool open from 10am to 10pm and cleaned daily and bar-b-q facilities (bring your own charcoal) open to residents.
The grounds are kept clean by the hard-working couple (and their family) who run the site. The bed linen was changed regularly and the rooms kept spotlessly clean - again, by the owners and their family.
We were there for 10 days which is probably more than most people spend in a motel but we enjoyed our stay. It was quiet, clean, ideally located and well managed by the friendly staff. Oh, and don't forget that if you go to the excellent "Brothers" Restaurant (opposite) you can get a 10% reduction off of your bill because you are staying in The Canadiana.
I can highly recommend The Canadiana and look forward to staying there during our next visit in a couple of years time.
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: All rooms are ground level with car parking outside the rooms. Smaller rooms have a single...
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I am baffled by most of these reviews, as my husband read these prior to booking a room there. We arrived to a very run down motel where the lady asked us to pay upfront. We were surprised and said so...but her English wasn't very good. We walked into the room and we're not impressed one bit! The Snell was awful!!! There were cob webs along the walls, spiders crawling on walls, the bed felt like a boxspring, so my husband went to the office to complain. She said the maid didn't do a very good job...and took us to another room. Same deal. So my husband told her he would just get a refund. She and her husband gave us our $ back and we left. never to return again. The amount of money they asked for this room is wrong bc you couldn't pay us to stay there! Perhaps this place was in better shape awhile ago..but seriously, the furniture was from 1974. Best to book elsewhere.
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Date of stay: February 2013
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The owners of this place are so cheap, I honest to God was in disbelief, and its family run so they call ONCE A WEEK cleaning day, where other family members come to clean..ONCE A WEEK..even if youre staying a month [ but who the hell would stay a month here?! ] eww DIRTY. And look out for them trying to steal your credit card numbers!!! I already reported them to the fraud squad and they are under investigation. Room was so dirty, smells, jail showers, prostitutes and drunks crawling in here, bugs..look out for spiders and roaches, phone didnt work or internet, I was stuck it was late at night glad I got out of there..there are so many things wrong with this place thats why they are not coming out in order, They are just a bunch of cheap paki crooks who run a run down motel, im surprised the city hasnt condemed it!..Thats coming next!
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled on business
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I realize that this motel is family run and is an older place which should have given it the benefit of the doubts but ______
Pros - Nice looking proprty in a quiet area
- owner was friendly
- property grounds were nice
- clean
Cons - worst bed we ever slept on, was like sleeping on plywood
- shower had what looked like black mold around the edges
- rooms were not very sound proof
- old fashioned key locks and was hard to get into the room
I guess in a pinch, this motel would do but it wasn't our cup of tea and was overpriced for
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Pros - Nice looking proprty in a quiet area
- owner was friendly
- property grounds were nice
- clean
Cons - worst bed we ever slept on, was like sleeping on plywood
- shower had what looked like black mold around the edges
- rooms were not very sound proof
- old fashioned key locks and was hard to get into the room
I guess in a pinch, this motel would do but it wasn't our cup of tea and was overpriced for
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Date of stay: November 2011Trip type: Travelled with family
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The room was filthy, run-down, actual pubic hairs on the duvet, and the front-desk staff were the most ignorant people I've dealt with. Apparently they assume if you stay at this motel you are a prostitute; I was given struct instructions on how many guests I was permitted and that all "guests" had to leave IDs. Was also required to leave a safety deposit which I was only refunded after they inspected the room the next morning. Probably inspecting whether I added to their impressive duvet pubic hair collection.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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I paid by deposit but lost my deposit slip ,the next morning the same attend refused to give me my deposit of 50.00 back because I didn't have my slip
he was very nasty and said prove that I gave him the money
RENTERS be ware
he was very nasty and said prove that I gave him the money
RENTERS be ware
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Date of stay: March 2015Trip type: Travelled on business
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We stayed for 11 nights in July 2013, arriving at 1.30 am because of flight difficulties - the staff were very welcoming and friendly. Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable with parking right outside - a typical old-style motel. Heard no noise from other vehicles coming and going.
A/C coped well during a period of extremely hot weather, and there is a fridge to keep cold drinks etc. The pool is well-maintained and the garden area is kept nice. Brothers and Los Cabos restaurants both within easy walking distance - and plenty of others within a short drive. Overall great value.
A/C coped well during a period of extremely hot weather, and there is a fridge to keep cold drinks etc. The pool is well-maintained and the garden area is kept nice. Brothers and Los Cabos restaurants both within easy walking distance - and plenty of others within a short drive. Overall great value.
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Date of stay: July 2013Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room was comfortable and clean and reasonably priced - met my objectives. Within walking distance to restaurants and corner store. If it was summer time they have a pool which would be very nice. I personally prefer small family owned businesses to big name hotels. The roof is being redone. Nice to see the owners really care about their property.
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Date of stay: December 2012Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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"Ask for a family room, its only $20 more buy double the size and 2 double beds and large bathroom"Read full review
"On one of my previous trips we stayed around the middle of the hotel and could her our neighbours talking all night. This time we stayed at the end (27) and heard nothing. There may have not been anyone in the room beside us, but this is likely your best bet if you need to beds. That is- if they fix the shower."Read full review
"All rooms are ground level with car parking outside the rooms. Smaller rooms have a single Queen bed and a tiny area containing only a fridge and microwave whereas the larger (family rooms) have 2 Queen beds and better cooking facilities."Read full review
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Frequently Asked Questions about Canadiana Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Canadiana Inn?
Nearby attractions include Los Cabos Cantina & Grill (0.5 km), Soda Pop Central (1.1 km), and The Tap and Tankard (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Canadiana Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Canadiana Inn?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Canadiana Inn?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Canadiana Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include KB, The Vault, and Nice Bistro.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Canadiana Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Canadiana Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Canadiana Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Hindi.
Are there any historical sites close to Canadiana Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Parkwood National Historic Site (5.6 km).