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Reviews of Bristows Inn

80 Arthur Street South, N3B 2N4 Elmira, Canada

#1 of 1 hotels in Elmira

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Review Score

Based on 119 B&B reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely historic house with a comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Personal taste was that we felt that some of the room decor was unnecessary like the murals on the walls and the tree in the room that distracted from the beautiful historic features, the building itself was enough.

    Excellent location with easy parking behind the property. Very easy self check in which was perfectly communicated by the host. Lovely historic house to stay in, quiet location even though on the main road, felt at home straight away. Excellent breakfast with multiple choices available.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2025

    9.0
    It was fabulous! Beautiful decor, antiques, location and recommendation to eat at Sports Bar!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Some more medium sized spoons.

    The breakfast was great, it was a get your own but many choices. It was great to just saunter down when you were ready without a set time and help yourself to whatever you fancied. The wonderful informative books about the history of the home and surrounding areas were an added bonus.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    9.0
    Really enjoyable. Nothing to dislike
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Fascinating heritage property oozing with history. Loved our bedroom

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    9.0
    An excellent, well-cared-for and welcoming spot for a short stay in the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The building was aggressively air-conditioned, but it was very hot out and no doubt many patrons like that. We simply opened our balcony door to moderate the temperature until it was comfortable for us. There was really nothing to dislike.

    The room was very comfortable, clean and private, though not especially large. More luggage would have had trouble finding space (we had one suitcase). The en-suite bathroom was very clean and a good size, with ample amenities provided. The breakfast was various and could accommodate many tastes, and access to the kitchenette was a plus, though we did not prepare any food. We came for the Elora FGEstival, which was about 15 minutes drive off -- quite convenient if you can't find anything in Elora, or don't want to pay the prices there!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 19, 2025

    8.0
    Dog friendly Bristows Inn: A blessing for pet lovers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No real dislikes

    The room, the bed, the breakfast. It was odd not seeing any staff on arrival . But any question we sent them on email was quickly replied to. We loved how dog friendly the Inn is. We loved the garden. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay an would recommend Bristows

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    8.0
    House itself was beautiful and a very convenient location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Would have been nice to have some milk or creamer and sugar available for the coffee pot in the room. The kitchenette was downstairs and had those supplies plus a kettle and microwave.

    Self-serve breakfast. Adequate choices. Keurig coffee machine.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    8.0
    Best shower ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We would have preferred a king size bed.

    The location and the charm and history.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room during the night was hot for me l, and there no option to control it in the room.

    The place is very charming, clean, the communication is clear.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous stay and we will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Window coverings were thin but a night mask will do the trick. Hated to leave!

    The attention to detail is heartwarming, it’s a beautiful home. Excellent neighborhood very close to restaurants, stores. Easy and immediate communication with owner and staff. Will come back again!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was advertised and priced as a queen bed but it was only a double

    Friendly service and overall nice place

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Squeaky bed and limited breakfast.

    Nicely decorated inn!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    7.0
    Quaint but tired.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was bordering on worn, pillows and mattress were not very comfortable, no closet or hooks to hang clothes. Also we didn’t even see or hear from the host during our stay at all.

    Quaint and easy to access

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2024

    7.0
    Charming B&B
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was quite small. I knew it would be a continental breakfast, but it was quite basic and I was expecting better quality items.

    Charming house with lots of history in a cute town. We chatted with one of the owners, who was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was really uncomfortable. Very soft mattress, u could feel the mattress springs.

    Breakfast was ok, nothing especial.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    unfortunately not taxi service available unless exhorbitant fee

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Historical house, perfect breakfast( eggs,bacon,fruit, bread muffins,yogurt juice go on) 6 km from St Jacob’s.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very cute Inn with lovely establishment, friendly staff and delicious breakfast.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2024

    9.0
    Great location, beautiful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our mattress was very soft - which is a big discomfort for me, but it's something very personally.

    Location is great, easy check-in & check-out. The house is full of beautiful, small details, so was our room. Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed was smaller than I expected and could have been more comfortable. The front room faces onto the main street so it was a bit noisy, but the air conditioning was good and we didn't have to have the window open. You should note that the rooms are up a flight of stairs.

    This was an older home with high ceilings, wide wood trim and lots of unusual furnishings, which has been converted into a B&B. Our room had two church-like windows and small balcony with chairs and a table. "Quaint" would be the best way to describe the decor, though the bathroom was modern. There were no hosts, but a phone call was answered right away when I could not find the code for the door. There was also lots of information, such as suggestions of places to eat in town/ on a table in the front hall. A nice sitting area was available outside all the rooms, and there was an ecclectic collection of older books which we would have liked to stay and read. The breakfast was excellent.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2024

    8.0
    A pleasant place to stay in Elmira
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was a narrow double. While comfortable enough, a slightly larger bed would have been nice. The room had a few too many furniture items and knick-nacks in it which made it feel a little cramped.

    A very clean, well presented property with lots of period features. The light breakfast included in the tariff was excellent.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic - and both Jodie and Elizabeth were wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was amazing, with a great choice of cold options (but also fried bacon and boiled eggs) provided. It is served beautifully, and is overall amazing.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2024

    9.0
    A relaxing visit in an inviting room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were cozy and quiet. Nice tub for a relaxing soak. I liked being able to watch Netflix. Also wonderful air conditioning for the hot weather. The owner's son and worker on site were pleasant and welcoming.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed the garden, very peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was a bit narrow for two people.

    Good breakfast. Easy to find.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good location with free parking!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    See above

    For the price, a hot breakfast with homemade goodies would be an improvement. Comfortable room and free parking.

    Stayed in June 2024

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