500 University Avenue, L3V 0B9 Orillia, Canada
#7 of 17 hotels in Orillia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 117 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 August 2025
Mae
CanadaRoom was very clean. The mattress on the bed provide a good night's sleep for us. The common room was convenient for us to sit at a table and eat the food that we brought with us. Guests need to aware that the Residence is not a hotel so no extras are provided. In the kitchen no serviettes or paper towels, no cutlery or plates
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Sina
CanadaThe mattress wasn't too comfortable. There was no source of entertainment.
Front desk staff member was very nice, informative and helpful. The location was great and the entire place was fully clean and welcoming. My family and I were very thankful to rest in a student residence for a change!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Valerie
United StatesIt met all of my expectations
Quite country setting.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Rundle8
CanadaFood and beverage available in the front desk foyer, is very much appreciated. The Common room had Tom Cruise movies playing on the extra large Cinema screen. All of the guys on the third floor were unbelievably friendly and helpful. The sink and microwave were great for serving up meals.
Tariff free delight. Excellent new facilities. Large shared bathtub shower water closet and vanity with large countertop for both parties of the twin Double bedroom suites. Across the street from Costco. Two minute drive to McDonald's and Food Basics. The mattress has extra spring in them both. Great 3rd Floor view of the massive Parking lot.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Mathieson
CanadaBeds were very hard much like sleeping on the floor.. You may need to bring a mattress pad, however for just a night or two we survived the beds. The rooms were very clean, linens also very clean. Would stay here again!
Facility was excellent, quiet and clean.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Snell
CanadaThat the gym was an added cost of 10 dollars per unit.
Cost, location, cleanliness
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Grace
CanadaI wish there were single rooms at cheaper prices
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Sutherland
CanadaNo garage cans in the room or bathroom.
Space.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Pat
CanadaThe room was great! Bed was comfy, room was a very clean, and a good size and it was very quiet. We got a great sleep both nights!! A friend joined us and used the second bedroom. This worked out perfectly.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Helena
CanadaBeds are terrible
Convenient to Mariposa
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 July 2025
Adrienne
CanadaNo television but that's an easy fix!
Great rooms, service, location and price!! Loved the dorm room feel..felt like I was 18 again! Great vibes ..would absolutely stay again ✌️
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Cary
CanadaGuy a front desk was really happy we lost our key card and then relished in charging us an extra $28 for replacement of a piece of plastic I would love that refund
It’s was good
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Jim
CanadaIt would be nice to have a light at the sink in the room.
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
David
United StatesIt’s not really a dislike but it would have been nice to have a restaurant available on campus but many were available close by
Price was right and it was very convenient
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Judie
CanadaAir exchange/conditioner at high rate at night, no way to adjust or turn off. No fan in bathroom.
Price of 2 bedroom suite, clean, quiet, safe. Fridge good size, freezer ok
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Sandra
CanadaThe bed was very firm and not comfortable for those that need a softer surface for their hips and back, but the staff explained the University was replacing beds over the summer
For a very reasonable price we had a double dorm room with a double bed in each room and a shared bathroom. Quiet location but close to Costco, Whimpy's Diner and more. Wifi is fast, but there is no TV so bring your laptop and stream your movies
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 15 June 2025
Sherri-lin
CanadaNothing, it was convenient and good value.
Great spot and convenient. The room and facility were clean. The staff were all very friendly. Good value for the cost.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Erin
CanadaBeds are very firm!
Good location. Nice amount of space.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2024
Robert
CanadaWe had two vehicles but were informed that we could only get one parking pass.
Very clean. Good size accommodation. Quiet.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 August 2024
Sandy
CanadaOnly issue was the beds were really hard. But the rooms and bedding were super clean and well maintained.
Excellent facility. Clean. Easy to navigate. Super parking! Kind and helpful staff.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 6 August 2024
Joannakomo
CanadaSimple nice room, met our expectations.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Majid
CanadaN/A
Good
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2024
Susan
CanadaNo issues. Met our needs. No TV but we knew that and were fine with that. Internet was appreciated.
Student residence is much better than in my student days. Basic needs met - two comfey firm beds in separate very clean rooms adjoining a clean washroom and all with good temperature control. Efficient friendly check-in staff. Met our Rama show night needs at a terrific price. We will come again.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Nancy
CanadaI wouldn't say I didn't like anything. However, you need to be aware that there is basically pop and chips in vending machines in the lobby if you want to purchase food. No TV in the rooms. I do not find this a problem--check out is 11:00 a.m.
First time using this location. Easy to get in. Parking is close to the door. Staff at reception was excellent. I used the stairs but there are elevators to upper floors. Room was neat and tidy. Double bed was clean with white sheets and navy bed cover. The bar-size refrigerator in the room was accessible and clean. Did not have to share a bathroom. It is a well laid out university residence room. It was a quiet environment, You can grab a good cup of coffee in the lobby in the morning.
Stayed in July 2024
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