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Reviews of Windspire Inn 3 stars

276 Mill Street, N0H 2C0 Port Elgin, Canada

#9 of 11 hotels in Port Elgin

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 172 hotel reviews

6.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.9

  • Comfort

    7.1

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    6.3

  • Staff

    7.4

  • Value for money

    7.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    No Breakfast provided

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room and shower were very small. The door was not properly fitted to the frame, with large gaps at the top and bottom. Light from the hall leaked into the room all night. We never got to see any management personnel our entire 2 night stay.

    Bed was comfortable and the room was clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    5.0
    It was convenient and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small room, close quarters, needed updating. It lacked amenities such as wash cloths, coffee/tea, cups, mugs, etc.

    The room was tight but served its purpose as a haven in a storm. It was on a quieter street so that was good.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    7.0
    I would book here again as a solo traveller and I will recommend others stay here as well!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Interestingly enough my room did not have a trash can, so I ended up collecting my trash over the few days I was there and discarded it at the end of my stay. I am sure if I had asked the front desk they would have been happy to provide one! Parking was rather tight even though I had a smaller car, so be prepared for that and the bathrooms can be a little tight as well. There is no complimentary breakfast as some booking sites suggest for this place, but there is a restaurant that supposedly has great fish and chips located just downstairs.

    The room was quite spacious and it had everything I needed for a relaxing weekend! An added bonus was the mini fridge and microwave plus the tv that had various streaming apps available. The overall inn had a warm, welcoming and comfortable feel to it and it really had the "country" vibe! I also loved how close this place was to the lake/beach and to grocery stores.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    7.0
    It served the purpose of my visit. The hotel is having renos which will serve to update it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Having coffee maker/coffee in the room.

    There was no breakfast included.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast not provided

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and quiet

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    5.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    there was no service, i only saw 1 staff member the whole weekend. no one at the front desk. very little parking.

    the room was clean but one table lamp did not work

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    6.0
    Budget-friendly option in Port Elgin if your main priority is a place to rest your head
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The hotel's amenities were limited, which may not suit everyone's needs.

    The Windspire Inn in Port Elgin served as a convenient base for our recent trip, primarily due to its proximity to the MacGregor Point Provincial Park

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    7.0
    Comfortable place, easy going staff, 300 meters to the beach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room on the first floor had a stale smell, just air it out.

    Cozy, homey place. Friendly and caring staff. Thank you.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Booking pricing was too high per night and for the end of season.. Pricing at other inn per night and closer to the beach was only $90 per night, which brings us to $180 plus taxes. We could had saved over $120 for the 2 nights. This pricing was for a much higher quality inn or hotel.

    Location. On a quiet street 3 blocks from beautiful beach, 4 blocks from Main Street with restaurants. Shops, gas station and only 15 min drive from the national park.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room. No place to sit.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2024

    5.0
    The inn is good only for a place to sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very dated decor. Little effort given to enhance the aesthetics inside or outside.

    There was no breakfast provided.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    7.0
    Very good for the price,
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The duvet didn't have a cover on it which we found a little odd. The inn is definetly old, and therefore has quirks. But it is still a great place to stay!

    The location was great and we were pleasantly surprised by our room! We can see that there are improvements to the property and inside decor since our stay last year! Our room had a TV, mini fridge, microwave, and AC. The bed was comfortable with clean sheets and we appreciated the free toiletries, and how close the beach was.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    6.0
    Clean but outdated and expensive for quality in summer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Building and rooms are old and outdated. Bathroom was small. No air conditioning.

    The location is great. Room was spacious and clean. Parking was convenient. large mini fridge.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    7.0
    Not worth the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was unresponsive and unhelpful, place looks like it’s not being cleaned, stairs were dirty, flies everywhere. The shower stall opens directly into the room. Looks like it was once a really nice boutique inn but new owners are not keeping it clean and it’s become more of a short/long term lodging house.

    Comfortable bed, clean sheets.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    5.0
    Luckily I was only there for one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was so small and the door wasn't fit properly so light and noise from the hall poured in all night long. Air conditioning took forever to cool the room. Shower stall so small I could barely fit. The exterior of the Inn really needs a clean up as the back common area was overgrown with weeds and not flowers in the gardens. Patio furniture broken and uncomfortable.

    The location is great as it's within walking distance to the beach. Staff very friendly and helpful. Restaurant attached to the Inn provided good food and beverages.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe the fastest check in ever. "Hi, my name is Samuli and I have booked a room", "Upstairs, number 3", "Thanks!"

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air conditioner is not working. The room was very hot, I didn't like it.

    I like the location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facility is a little worn and aged. Needs some updating, but I honestly wasn't expecting much.it feels more like you are staying in a room at someone's house instead of an inn/motel.

    Good price and location for what we doing in the area

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was not as it looked in the photos shown on Booking.com It was shabby and somewhat run down!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    5.0
    convenient but not luxurious by any means
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    outdated, staff was non-communicative, room was partially clean, took 20 mins for us to check in because no one was at the front desk, no safety features on any exits or entries

    location was convenient

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The continental breakfast had few options. It was difficult to communicate with the owner, she barely speaks English. I asked her to leave us some items for the breakfast because we needed to leave at 7 am and her answer was that the breakfast started at 8:30 am. In any other hotel, breakfast starts at 6:00 am

    The location is good, close to the marina and the public beach

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    7.0
    Fine and functional accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Facility could use an update.

    Breakfast was simple but satisfying, room clean and functional, building quiet.

    Stayed in August 2023

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