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Reviews of Lakehead University Residence and Conference Centre 3 stars

500 University Avenue, L3V 0B9 Orillia, Canada

#7 of 17 hotels in Orillia

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Review score

Based on 117 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    The stay provide all the basics that we needed for the one night stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It met all of my expectations

    Quite country setting.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    10
    Best New Surprise alternative to Hotel stays in Orillia Ontario.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food 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

    9.0
    Great stay for the money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds 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

    8.0
    Lakehead Residency
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the gym was an added cost of 10 dollars per unit.

    Cost, location, cleanliness

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish there were single rooms at cheaper prices

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    9.0
    very comfotable, I would book again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    No garage cans in the room or bathroom.

    Space.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    9.0
    We would recommend the Lakehead University residences! Close to Mariposa too!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are terrible

    Convenient to Mariposa

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2025

    10
    That back to university fun experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No 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

    9.0
    Don’t lose your key card
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Guy 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

    10
    We are extremely satisfied with the room, facility and staff. Thank you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    It 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

    9.0
    Very good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’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

    8.0
    Excellent value. Would stay again if room with quieter HVAC system
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air 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

    9.0
    Great value for a family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Great spot!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds are very firm!

    Good location. Nice amount of space.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    8.0
    We were very saatisfied and would stay again if we were in the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    We 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

    10
    I would definitely stay here again. 9/10
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 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

    8.0
    Good value for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Simple nice room, met our expectations.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    8.0
    Nice place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Good

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable , clean and economical stay on a nice wooded campus.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No 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

    9.0
    I would definitely stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    I 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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