Hillside Motel

2.5 star property
Hotel with a golf course, near Reversing Falls Rapids

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

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1131 Manawagonish Rd, Saint John, NB, E2M3X5
  • Place, Lancaster Crossing
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Moosehead Brewery Ltd.
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Irving Nature Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saint John, NB (YSJ)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 111 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 56 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
  • 111 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite (Two Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bath combination
  • 111 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Saint John

At Hillside Motel you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Reversing Falls Rapids and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Bay Ferries. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .Enjoy the golf course along with access to zip-lining and yoga classes. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Island View hotel include Irving Nature Park and Saint John Trade and Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Lancaster Crossing - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Wolastoq Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Moosehead Brewery Ltd. - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Irving Nature Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Saint John Regional Hospital - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Saint John, NB (YSJ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hillside Motel

Hotel with a golf course, near Reversing Falls Rapids
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Hillside Motel offers its guests a golf course. The business-friendly Hillside Motel also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Saint John hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1968
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hillside Motel offers 25 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1968
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 29.75 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 29.75 and a deposit of CAD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 29.75 per pet, per night plus a one-off CAD 29.75 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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, credit card or debit 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 major credit cards, Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children aged 10 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.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Hillside Motel Saint John, New Brunswick
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hillside Motel?

Hillside Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Motel?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Motel on 26 Dec 2025 start from AU$121.31, 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 Hillside Motel?

Yep, Hillside Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hillside Motel?

The closest beach to Hillside Motel is Dominion Park Beach (2.6 km).

What makes Hillside Motel a romantic place to stay?

Wine-tasting room and romance packages, as well as deep-soaking baths and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hillside Motel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hillside Motel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hillside Motel?

No, Hillside Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hillside Motel?

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

Is there a golf course on site at Hillside Motel?

Yep, Hillside Motel has an 18-hole golf course.

Hillside Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 391 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The manager was very helpful as I booked the room online and we have bicycles, equipment, food bins, etc. He helped us check out other possibilities for our stay & we had success! Nice view, close to downtown too. The units are very basic, mostly clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is clean But Very outdated for the price The beddings was clean but outdated the bathtub was 1970s and yellow. The furniture was very outdated The indian owner is very nice man and his wife. But I should of paid 30$ more and got better because the motel is not worth $100 a night. I stayed in better for less then half that price. So when your booking for a room keep this in mind. I only stayed 2 nights. The room was find for 2 nights but if your a fussy person who expects nice this would not be the place for you. There was 2 bees in the room. And ants on the floor. To be polite I would not stay at that motel again. But I mentioned the owner is a really nice guy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, in one of the two houses at the facility instead of the motel proper. It has a mini fridge, sink and 2 beds. Beds were ok for comfort. Had a bit of an old house smell. The area doesn't have much, and is in a neighborhood with a bit of urban decay. The owner was lovely, taking interest in what we doing in town and checking in with us whenever we saw him.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not well cleaned and in major need of repair and paint; an overall renovation required. I would not recommend or return at that Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lokesh Kant was helpful in making us comfortable during our stay. He was informative when we asked about places of interest to visit while in the area. We enjoyed talking with him as he was very personable. We definitely would recommend Hillside Motel. It was not the Taj Mahal, but for the value price, it was worth staying there. If and when we are in St John, we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Paula

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't an amazing stay. Booked a queen, arrived and told there wasn't one. Given a room with 2 beds instead, told it was a queen but was doubles. Had to sleep in separate beds that night. Asked for a queen the following day and was given it. Property said it had hair blowers and didn't. We were on a motorcycle trip so knowing these things were important. Plugs in bathrooms didn't work. Staff was friendly but the hotel definitely still needs work. Beds were adequate but not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary-Jo

Cancelled Motel

Cancelled that motel on Sept. 6,2025. I thought but looking back on emails didn’t see any cancellation. Got a call last night, motel was asking when I was coming Told them that I cancelled on Sept. 6, 2025 and he said that was no cancellation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Basic accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le propriétaire nous a fait payer la chambre en plus du même montant payé à Expedia . Me mettez jamais les pieds à cet endroit . Nous contacterons Expedia pour connaître nos droits.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anjan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was unimaginably bad.There was no one at reception in the morning.No one was picking up call.They mentioned that they have tea and coffee,but it was locked in the office room and the room was locked. Parking space was very bad and risky.No one was there to take care of the gues
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean and friendly! Easy to get to main attractions in St John’s. Manager was very friendly and helpful on local things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rodica

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No A/C in our unit. TV only 2 channels. Looks like they are renovating, but still work to do. Bedding was clean. Staff very efficient and friendly. Had a usable kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

george

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not much of a motel Very dated and could definitely use a make over but rooms were clean and bed very comfortable Staff are very friendly Lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting!!!!

I have no problem with old hotels and don’t expect gold; however dirt-lined door frames, a bathroom gerbarator (a pump that chews up your toilet waste and pumps it out due to being below sewer grade) that made the room smell like we were sleeping in an outhouse; was definitely NOT worth the stop! They made you prepay for your room before giving you the keys and then never came back to the office when you wanted to speak to them (an office in which was locked and you had to buss for service)! Now I understand why!!! Convenient but disgusting!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Greta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am disabled but didn't ask for special considerations except no stairs and was given a drive-up room which I appreciated. However, I was not asked if I wanted smoking or non and was given a room in the smoking area of the property. After the clerk/manager(?) showed me where to park, he asked me soon after to move my vehicle b/c they were taking pictures. About 20 minutes later he asked me to move my car back to the original spot b/c he had given me someone else's spot! I walk with a cane so the inconvenience was ridiculous. I had to take a cab the next morning to my appointments and asked to leave my car there during that time which he agreed to, then he berated me because I was parked too close to the line and that they couldn't use that spot. I wasn't on the line, mind you, just too close to it. He BERATED me. Extremely unprofessional and certainly not the way to get clients to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Old motel. Price is expensive. Front door knob broken. Hard to use the key. Washroom sink knob rusty and broken. No aircon. Check out, front desk not available. Parking is free, but going in and out is a downhill/uphill challenge. Coffee maker is old and dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Manon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025