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The Inn at Lock Seven

2.5 star property

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Property grounds
Exterior
Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

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24 Chapel Street South, Thorold, ON, L2V2C6
  • Place, Welland Canal Lock 7
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lock 7 Viewing Complex
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Niagara Wine Tour Guides
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Canal View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Thorold

The Inn at Lock Seven places you in the centre of Thorold, steps from Lock 7 Viewing Complex and within a short 5-minute stroll of Welland Canal Lock 7. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a gift shop, luggage storage and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Thorold hotel include St. Catharine's Museum and Horseshoe Falls.

What's nearby

  • Welland Canal Lock 7 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lock 7 Viewing Complex - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Niagara Wine Tour Guides - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fallsview Casino - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Horseshoe Falls - 17 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stacked - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Overtime Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Jack's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Lock Seven

As a guest of The Inn at Lock Seven, you'll find a library, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Thorold hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1965
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
The Inn at Lock Seven offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. This Thorold hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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 4 December and 13 March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 82141-5239-RT0001

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Inn at Lock Seven.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Inn at Lock Seven?

The Inn at Lock Seven offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Lock Seven?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Lock Seven on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$140, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Inn at Lock Seven?

Yep, The Inn at Lock Seven has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Inn at Lock Seven?

The closest beach to The Inn at Lock Seven is Lakeside Park Beach (10.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Inn at Lock Seven?

No, The Inn at Lock Seven does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Inn at Lock Seven?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Inn at Lock Seven?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Inn at Lock Seven Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 490 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was nicer than expected. There was an odd odor, but that did subside after a few hours. The bathroom could use an update - all the fixtures were very low. Location to lock 7 is great. We had the opportunity to watch several ships pass through. There’s not much within a walkable distance from the hotel, but it is pretty close to the Niagara Falls area and many of the wineries are within a 15 minute drive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Likedbthe property and being able to see the ships going through the locks. But, that is all the good stuff i have to say. The beds were so hard we both hand sore backs after the first night. I personally had a very hard time sleeping on the bed. As far as other stuff. The room was cold. and the baseboard heaters were having a hard time keeping up.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN

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

4/10 Poor

Al

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very outdated and the beds are like sleeping on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

6/10 Okay

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room were spacious and well kept, albeit quite dated. Views of the canal are very nice and location is close to walking paths and the nice strip of downtown Thorold. Staff were nice and helpful, but felt quite expensive for the quality and location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Rose Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The key point of this property is what it is named for... the Welland Canal Lock 7. From your patio or balcony you get to watch 300+ meter ships making their way from Lake Ontario to Lake Eire (or the reverse). It's a spectacle. The property is a pleasant spot run by a really nice family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Loved the location and the property is well maintained. The wash room facilities need to be updated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

2/10 Terrible

Al

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is a dump.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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

8/10 Good

Franca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice quiet spot in a residential neighborhood, surrounded by older homes. Very peaceful. The locks were definitely a fascinating point of interest, ships going through. Sit on the balcony and enjoy the view. Inn itself not fancy but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
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