Colonial Resort-1000 Islands offers a serene retreat near Gananoque Boat Line. Take in the views from the garden, unwind by either pool, or explore shopping on site. With an outdoor tennis court and library nearby, this hotel is perfect for relaxation and recreation.
1000 Islands History Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Gananoque Boat Line - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Thousand Islands Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 38 min drive
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 57 min drive
Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 101 min drive
Gananoque Station - 7 min drive
Kingston Station - 29 min drive
Kingston, ON (XEG-Kingston Train Station) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Riva - 13 min walk
Starbucks
Subway - 2 min drive
About this property
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Ontario and Thousand Islands National Park. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis courts for a workout or splash around at the indoor pool or seasonal outdoor pool. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the breakfast and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 4 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Shopping
Pool table
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1967
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
An indoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Raised toilet seat
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March, and April.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 20.00 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to September 15
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Colonial Gananoque
Colonial Resort Spa
Colonial Resort Gananoque
Colonial Resort Spa
Colonial Resort 1000 Islands
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands Hotel
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands Gananoque
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands Hotel Gananoque
Frequently asked questions
Is Colonial Resort-1000 Islands currently open?
The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March, and April.
Does Colonial Resort-1000 Islands offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Colonial Resort-1000 Islands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Thousand Islands OLG Charity Casino (3-min drive) and Shorelines Casino Thousand Islands (6-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Colonial Resort-1000 Islands and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Colonial Resort-1000 Islands also has a garden.
What's the area around Colonial Resort-1000 Islands like?
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands is a short 11-minute walk from Lake Ontario and 15 minutes' walk from Gananoque Municipal Marina. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Reviews
Colonial Resort-1000 Islands Reviews
7.0
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7.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.6
Eco-friendliness
6.2
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
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Location
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Indoor pools
Amenities
Family friendly
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Good place, good price.
We came in off-season, everything was good overall. We can see that the place used to be in better shape in a past era, but the grounds are still lovely for this price.
The fridge in the room was noisy, and bathroom ventilation is needed.
Amelie
Amelie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2025
Good location.
Eldon
Eldon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
Emplacement calme et charmant
L’hôtel est très bien situé. Très calme et charmant. Le petit déjeuner était basique mais correct. La personne à la réception n’était pas très bavarde, mais bon. Grosso modo l’hôtel est très agréable. On y retournera
Hinda
Hinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great hotel in a budget. Great pool indoors and outdoors. Breakfast is very simple, but overall the kids had fun.
Faye
Faye, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
not a breakfast coffee and muffins don"t make it ,Pool needs work but all in all a good place to stop over
Rene
Rene, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 2, 2025
Uncomfortable stay
This place is beautiful but comfort level is poor. Person in reception or in breakfast area is severely lacking courtesy , extremely non welcome gesture.
Breakfast is extremely poor in quality.
Aloke
Aloke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Good stay
Priyank
Priyank, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Location, cleanliness, convenience
Ashwini
Ashwini, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 23, 2025
Paint peeling off the walls. Parking was kind of hot and miss sone parking on different angles if the bathroom door was open you could not get around the bed. The tv was half hidden on the bed
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2025
Pour dépanner
Juste de passage pour une nuit pas un long séjour
Climatisation bruyante
Literie médiocre
Pas plus qu’une nuit
Amine
Amine, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 30, 2025
You get what you pay for
Place looks nice from the outside. Reception desk easy to find. Staff not very friendly or welcoming
Room has seen better days. The beds were very comfortable and amenities were nice. Generally very clean except there was so much sand on the floor. Old style. The floor has a huge dip so the bathroom door won’t stay open
No bedside plugs (except for lamp which was broken).
Bathroom needs a complete overhaul. Mild and mildew present. Shower was good with lots of pressure
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Staff were nice and the receptionist allow us to check out late around 11:30am due to our cruise trip.
Jeannifer
Jeannifer, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 16, 2025
Wahroom lock was not workimg. Not cleaned and when came inside the room first time, it had bad Aambiance can be improved.
Kavitha
Kavitha, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 23, 2025
Wouldn't go back
Not very personable out dated property super small rooms lacking in pillows hangers to name a few. Pictures were deceiving as restaurant/bar is no longer in use. Looks like a dirty dancing motel cute from the outside
terri
terri, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2025
Clean but needs some work
Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Property was tidy and clean. Does need a little TLC as it looks worn, but it did look like they were working on a room, so I’m sure it will just take some time. The outdoor pool was large and had a deep end. The room did have a mini fridge, which was nice to put some drinks in since there is no store within walking distance. For the price it was as expected, would stay again.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Very neat and clean
KUNZANG
KUNZANG, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Emplacement
Christiane
Christiane, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 7, 2025
Not the best
Tv was tiny. Air conditioner was so loud the tv couldn’t be heard. You could see outside all around the door, leaving it open to insects.
Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Good motel for good price for a small getaway visiting the area.
It must of been a type or resort long time ago but now it s just motel rooms and pool. We were satisfied.
karina
karina, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 16, 2025
Never again
The room was not clean. The air conditioner keep blowing the curtains open to the front parking lot. The place is dated which I don't mind but it has not been maintained. The sink tap was not fastened down.
noreen
noreen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Good
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 1, 2025
Disgusting
Horrible. Had to leave to stay at the Hilton because it was that bad… nothing like the photos. So misleading. Horrible service. There was absolutely no way I could’ve slept there or showered there. Pee stains on the bed, bandaid left on the lampshade, broken floorboard heaters, not easily accessible, have to walk by people’s porches just to get to your room, front desk person wasn’t there when we arrived and was rude, not helpful, and also was staring at my breasts while I tried to speak to him about the horrible accommodations. Don’t waste your time or money like I did.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 8, 2025
On dois déplacer un énorme meuble pour brancher la cafetieee …
Pas horaire de piscine inscrite …
Déception de la pars des enfants
Le déjeuner cets pas un déjeuné c’est un muffin céréales et café z..
Très déçu
Karine
Karine, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 8, 2025
Outdated stuffy smelly room. Cheap motel rather than 'resort'. Ok to satay one night if you're not on budget and not too picky.
Will not book it again.
lily
lily, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 16, 2025
First room crawling with ants. Given a second room which was fine. Extended stay for 4 days. Then first day we were moved back to the section with the ants. This was ridiculous since the hotel was virtually empty. Breakfasts were spartan.