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The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 star property
Tudor hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna

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Reception
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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283 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, ON, N7T5V4
  • Place, Bluewater Health
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Canatara Beach and Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Water Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Pillow-top bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Pillow-top bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Sarnia

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel places you in the centre of Sarnia, within a 30-minute stroll of Bluewater Health and Ontario Court of Justice. Highlights at this Tudor hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The fine-dining restaurant, Legacy Restaurant, serves Fusion cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sarnia hotel include Lambton Mall and Canatara Beach and Park.

What's nearby

  • Bluewater Health - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Canatara Beach and Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lambton Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Blue Water Bridge - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lambton College - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarnia Station - 6 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Refined Fool Brewing Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bad Dog - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harvey's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Tudor hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna
The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was completed in June 2019.

This Tudor Sarnia hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1963
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 84 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Sarnia hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Legacy Restaurant
  • Regners Tudor Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1963
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not accept debit cards at check-in for all bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Drawbridge Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia, Ontario
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia Ontario
Insignia Sarnia
Insignia Resort Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of 23 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$191.09, 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 Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The closest beach to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is Canatara Beach and Park (3 km).

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has an indoor pool.

What makes The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

Is The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Fusion cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 582 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lucas

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chan Ra

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

APRAMEYA SRINATH

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Densil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 Star feel Sauna Jacuzzi Pool Bistro 3hr fr GTA

Not officially 4★ but LOOKS & FEELS like one – modern, crisp, calming. QUIET ROOMS / COMFY BEDS / SOFT CLEAN SHEETS. Service was EXCELLENT – staff clearly take pride in their work. BEST SURPRISE → TWO ELECTRIC SAUNAS right beside the pool + hot tub (not even mentioned online!) + a GAMES ROOM with a pool table we found last minute. FOOD = SHOCKINGLY REASONABLE for a Marriott (maybe that’s Sarnia). Had a tasty EGGS BENEDICT – slightly overcooked but I didn’t specify, so fair enough. Tiny hiccup → some OLD MENUS with prices off by $1, but no big deal when everything else was this good. BONUS → RELAXING 1PM LATE CHECKOUT. PRICE? Just $140 CAD/night – an absolute STEAL compared to what you’d pay north of Toronto for something far less nice. AREA HIGHLIGHTS → soft-sand BEACH, FREE downtown ART GALLERY, quirky little OIL MUSEUM. ALL IN ALL → FANTASTIC, AFFORDABLE GETAWAY from Toronto – already planning to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Insignia Hotel is the epitome of customer service excellence. The staff are so warm and welcoming.. every time I book, I can’t wait to come back. From the great location to the furnishings to the amenities but, mostly, the amazing staff are why I just love it here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very clean and nice location only down fall was noise in hall way later at night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Folasade

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a cool spot downtown in Sarnia. The place is modern and well-designed. The restaurant and pool are awesome, and the gym rocks. The billiards room is nice too. But the room was small and felt cramped. We couldn't get a dinner reservation, which sucked since they promised us an 8 pm table. Breakfast was good though, and I liked the free berries with the Danish. As a Marriott-Bonvoy member, I wish they'd given us a free hour extension for checkout and more than two water bottles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel were very nice. The bathrooms are extremely small, but it is an older hotel that’s been remodeled so understandably there are some limitations there. Handicap accessibility could’ve been better marked as I had an elderly visitor who struggled to get up the front stairs. So close to the waterfront downtown and a great staff and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicest property in Sarnia to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakenah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferruccio

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel near the water. Been there twice now. If I’m ever in Sarnia we’ll stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

This place was great and the location was perfect. My only drawbacks were that parking wasn’t guaranteed and the washrooms are quite small .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very polite although it took us 4 tries to get to our room.. the first time he gave us the wrong room number , the other 2 times the key card wouldn work... The 4th try he came up with us to make sure we got in ok. We were given free breakfast vouchers as we were also visiting for my birthday... Unfortunately we were unable to use them as there was almost an hour wait for breakfast in the morning and we had a few hour drive home. The hotel was very clean. We used the sauna, pool and spa. They were very well kept. The location was perfect. We walked for dinner and drinks and down to the water. The parking wasn't an issue either even though it was extremely busy. I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025