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The Inn at Lock Seven

2.5 star property

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A sign for 'The Inn at Lock Seven' with a garden featuring various plants and flowers.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop with various items, a 'Welcome' sign, and a Canadian flag.
A building with a sign reading "The Inn at Lock Severn."
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a television mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A large cargo ship docked at a port with a grassy area and a bench in the foreground.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $112
$99 nightly
$112 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20

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24 Chapel Street South, Thorold, ON, L2V2C6
  • Place, Welland Canal Lock 7
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lock 7 Viewing Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Niagara Wine Tour Guides
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Thorold

With a stay at The Inn at Lock Seven, you'll be centrally located in Thorold, steps from Lock 7 Viewing Center and within a 5-minute walk of Welland Canal Lock 7. .This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from St. Catharine's Museum and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Bridal Veil Falls.

What's nearby

  • Welland Canal Lock 7 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lock 7 Viewing Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Niagara Wine Tour Guides - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fallsview Casino - 17 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Horseshoe Falls - 20 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Catharines Station - 13 min drive
  • Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Overtime Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dohboy’s Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Olee's Ale House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Lock Seven

The Inn at Lock Seven offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Thorold hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, a library, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1965
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 4 and March 13.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 82141-5239-RT0001

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Inn Lock Seven
Inn Lock Seven Thorold
Lock Seven Thorold
The Inn At Lock 7
The Inn At Lock Seven Hotel Thorold
The Inn At Lock Seven Thorold, Ontario, Canada
Lock Seven
The Inn at Lock Seven Hotel
The Inn at Lock Seven Thorold
The Inn at Lock Seven Hotel Thorold

The Inn at Lock Seven Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 533 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the canal and the ships passing by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely enjoyed our stay! The view of the locks was incredible, and watching ships pass through was such a unique experience - could view right from your own balcony. The inn is older but clean, comfortable, and fairly priced. Friendly staff made check-in easy and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay. Staff isvery helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Inn is adorable and we had a great stay. Super friendly staff, the awe of watching the ships go thru, and the safe & quaint atmosphere. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room offers a great view of lock seven
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for our visit to the Locks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good rate, good views of the welland canal!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the lock. Convenient to both St Catherine and Niagara on the Lake. Great for a few days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, the room was clean. Ship traffic was above average and we lost count of how many ships we saw passing through lock 7.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy visiting The Inn every year and watching the ships go through the canal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed watching ships go through the lock.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The highlight is watching the large ships make their way through the locks!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff was excellent. The balcony was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at the Inn at Lock 7 was very enjoyable and relaxing. The room was very clean and housekeeping was done every day. The view of the ships going through Lock 7 of the Welland Canal is amazing! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always helpful. The view of the Lock 7 is stunning. Always enjoy coming here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Hotel is clean and rooms have a wonderful view of the canal and ships/lakers going through the locks. The hotel is older but very clean and reasonable rate for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located for touring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to and in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an outstanding place to stay, whether it is short term or long term, definitely recommend if you want to explore the Niagara Region.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved watching the boats at the lock!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the ships going through the canal
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to see boats going through the locks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of lock seven
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, beds are very comfortable and you get a perfect veiw of lock 7.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025