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English River Inn

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Deluxe Room | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
BBQ/picnic Area
Exterior
Premium Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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ON-17, Unorganized Thunder Bay District, ON, P0T 1T0
  • Place, Umber Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Studio Suite | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Studio Suite

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room | Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About this property

English River Inn

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this motel has a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a garden and gas grills are on-site.
English River Inn offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries and fans. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Unorganized Thunder Bay District motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at English River Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Umber Lake. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a shared microwave and a shared fridge
  • Steps from Umber Lake
  • Pets welcome for a fee
As a guest of English River Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. English River Inn also features coffee/tea in common area, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Unorganized Thunder Bay District motel.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily) (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: CAD 10 per day

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

English River Inn Motel
English River Inn Unorganized Thunder Bay District
English River Inn Motel Unorganized Thunder Bay District

English River Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 213 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice peaceful place to stay in a beautiful part of Ontario.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Lee Anne

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

Nice place to stay

Peaceful and comfortable
View of lake from room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rosa Maria

Disliked: Amenities
Good rest, beds were cozy and washroom clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lake view is great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Jean

Liked: Staff & service
Nice location. Good service from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lou-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty location. Separate kitchen location for guests to use.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Good for a motel off the beaten path
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, large toilet, fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, decent price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Disliked: Amenities
Staff was friendly and showed room before checking you in. For food you will need to drive a distance to find a restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angelo

STAFF VERY COURTEOUS. Place is old. And slightly maintained with badics like floor, shower and sinks clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and beautiful. Being to close to the lake and hearing the loons was fantastic. Would 100% stay again, only thing we wish we had was coffee for leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonita

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting of the property was excellent. The Motel itself is old and in need of repair. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would stay again

Just needs an update. Fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, super hospitality, great food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. Beds good. But no microwave or coffee in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Peaceful location and friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food and service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Ray

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

A joke of a place. Keep driving

Terrible place to stay, but the only one for ~45km in either direction. If you can, keep driving.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ALFRED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff/managers!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great owners Very nice people
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025