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Edison's Inn

Stay at Edison's Inn in Stratford, ON. Enjoy hip rooms, lake views, free Wi-Fi, on-site cafe, and easy access to Shakespearean Gardens and Stratford Perth Museum.

48 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3G8, Canada View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 192 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Parking Air-conditioned Kid-friendly Restaurant
What recent guests emphasize

Edison's Inn Guest Highlights

Guests appreciate the inn’s prime location, unique and stylish rooms, and attentive service, while noting some minor maintenance and cleanliness issues. Ideal for travelers seeking convenient access to Stratford’s cultural attractions and a memorable stay in a distinctive setting.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent location within walking distance to downtown, theatres, restaurants, and parks.
  • Uniquely designed, boutique-style rooms with lake views and thoughtful details.
  • Friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff providing attentive service and personalized touches.
  • Convenient parking nearby and efficient self check-in process.
  • Calm, warm, and inviting atmosphere with modern, clean interiors.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests note occasional issues with cleanliness, such as unvacuumed floors and minor maintenance like broken fridge doors.
  • Traffic noise can be heard from rooms facing the main street.
  • The inn does not offer a pool or fitness center, but does have a restaurant and is kid-friendly.
  • Some guests would have liked additional ambiance features such as a fireplace for romantic stays.

Best for

  • Theatre visitors and cultural tourists seeking proximity to Stratford’s arts scene.
  • Couples celebrating special occasions like honeymoons or anniversaries.
  • Travelers looking for stylish, modern accommodations with a unique character.
  • Guests valuing convenient access to local museums, gardens, and downtown amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Edison's Inn

Located at 48 Ontario St in Stratford, ON, Edison's Inn offers a contemporary stay with design-savvy rooms that often feature views of Lake Victoria. The inn combines modern comfort with a hip, boutique feel, appealing to travelers looking for a stylish yet approachable environment. Guests benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, an on-site cafe, and air-conditioned rooms, making it a practical option for both leisure and short business visits.

The inn's setting is convenient for exploring Stratford’s cultural highlights. It sits just a three-minute walk from the Shakespearean Gardens and a short walk from the Stratford train station, positioning guests well for visits to nearby attractions like the Stratford Perth Museum and Gallery Stratford. Reviews highlight the location as a strong point, noting easy access to theatres, restaurants, and parks.

Suitability extends to a broad range of guests, including families thanks to kid-friendly policies and those arriving by car who will appreciate available parking close by. While there is no pool or fitness center, the smoke-free premises and presence of a restaurant add to the comfort and convenience. Feedback points to well-appointed rooms with unique character, though some mention minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance that potential visitors may want to consider.

Check-in begins at 13:00 with checkout at 10:30, aligning with typical schedules for day trips or overnight stays. Overall, Edison's Inn works well for visitors seeking a modern, centrally located base to explore Stratford’s theatre scene and cultural offerings, combining practical amenities with an urban edge.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air-conditioned
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AB
Andrew Bothamley Mar 21, 2026
8.0

Very convenient for the main street, parks and restaurants. Included parking is 5 minute walk. Just a 30 minute stroll from the festival theatre. Nicely appointed boutique style room. Suited us for our overnight theatre visit.

RM
Rachel Mcneilly Mar 03, 2026
10

This was by far the most delightful hotel stay I’ve ever had! Not only is the inn itself absolutely stunning, clean, warm, and inviting, but the staff if absolutely phenomenal. On several different occasions I was delighted by the friendly, positive, and generous attitude of the Edison inn Staff. Bruce was a delight to talk to, and when we had a small misunderstanding with the room we were staying in, he offered us a discount, and two complimentary cocktails at their lovely upscale cocktail bar. So looking forward to staying again. We will be coming here for our second honey moon for sure! Love, Rachel & Ryan

BC
Betty Chandler Feb 26, 2026
8.0

The Music Suite is a great room. Well equipped. Lots of musical reading material. Lovely view. Central location is perfect to walk to all theatres and restaurants.

AAS
Al and Sherry Thodt Feb 15, 2026
10

Terrific location. Easy walk to everything downtown and the park right behind. Decor has a cool retro vibe. Parking spot close by. Everything you need. Great communication. Can hear some traffic from Main Street (Edison Room) as you would expect.

SR
Stella Rossovskaia Feb 05, 2026
10

I always enjoy my stay at this exceptional hotel in Stratford, a town renowned for its vibrant Theatre Festival. It is an experience like no other. Each room in the hotel is unique, brimming with its own character and spirit. My personal favorite, the Edison room, is where a young innovator once lived. By a delightful stroke of luck, I was upgraded to the Celebration room, a space that elevated my senses and spirituality. This room, graced by the presence of famous writers, holds their spirits and ideas, subtly inscribed on the walls with invisible ink. A standout feature in Celebration was the elegantly crafted desk. Positioned by a window with a serene view of the river and surrounding trees, this desk provided an unparalleled sense of calm and clarity. It proved to be the perfect spot for organizing my thoughts and letting creativity flow. The deep hot tub in the room added a layer of royal pleasure and luxury, making my stay feel truly extraordinary. The hotel's charm and thoughtful details made my visit to Stratford unforgettable.

TH
Terezinha Hignett Jan 21, 2026
10

What a pleasant surprise the Edison's Inn was on our anniversary stay. We came from Waterloo, ON, so we just needed a 1 night stay after a late Stratford Play. The owner and staff were wonderful in helping me plan a great weekend, with excellent dinner and breakfast recommendations. Location is perfect! The room was modern, clean and funky. We really appreciated the efficient self check-in too. Would highly recommend!

YE
Yas E Jan 19, 2026
8.0

a nice stay with an accommodating staff. we appreciated the flexibility with an early check-in and parking space. location was also perfect to everything closeby. the only thing that didn’t make it a 5-star stay was the cleanliness of the place. the floor was not vacuumed. for the price we paid, we also didn’t appreciate the small corner cutting like watering down the soap, and broken fridge doors etc. just some small suggestions for future guests but we appreciate the hospitality.

BM
Brenda M Jan 03, 2026
10

Our stay here was wonderful! The room was beautiful and spotless and the people were great! The only thing I can say that I would have enjoyed is a "fireplace", more for ambiance than anything. Maybe it's just because we were there for a romantic getaway.... Lol Thank you Bruce and especially Christy for all your help and for making our stay so enjoyable.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Edison's Inn

Stratford, Ontario, Canada

Overlooking Lake Victoria, this contemporary inn is a 3-minute walk to the Shakespearean Gardens, 14 minutes’ by foot from Stratford train station and 3 km from Stratford Perth Museum.

  • Stratford 15 min Walk
  • Stratford: Cooper Bus Terminal #8 12 min Walk
  • Stratford: University of Waterloo Campus 7 min Walk
  • John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport 1 hr 24 Car · 4 hr 50 Transit
  • London International Airport 44 min Car · 2 hr 31 Transit
  • Region of Waterloo International Airport 49 min Car · 3 hr 15 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Ontario. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Stratford Perth Museum 333 reviews

Stratford Perth Museum

4275 Huron Road or, 4275 Line 34, Stratford, ON N5A 6S6, Canada

4.6 · Museum
Gallery Stratford 148 reviews

Gallery Stratford

54 Romeo St S, Stratford, ON N5A 4S9, Canada

4.4 · Art Gallery
Shakespearean Gardens 1,166 reviews

Shakespearean Gardens

5 Huron St, Stratford, ON N5A 2L6, Canada

4.6 · Garden
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