Summary: Property is in a nice area with it being a walkable distance to the beach or to the downtown area.
Unfortunately the queen room we stayed in had a mattress that should've been replaced long ago.
(Completely roll into the middle) Prepare to have a sore back the next day. The bedding also smelled so strongly of some sort of deodorizer that we had to remove the comforter to avoid getting a headache from the scent.
Take a sleep mask with you as well because there is bright light from the hallway coming in around the bedroom door all night long.
Overall didn't get any sleep as you can hear every movement that anyone in the building makes.
When we expressed our concerns to customer service we were told that the property was fully booked and they just brushed us off.
We will not stay here again
Riley
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Oct 5, 2026 08:01:14 AM
Summary: No coffee in the lobby or in the room. No ice machine. The shower could use a deep cleaning. The location was good. A short walk to a nice beach.
Everett
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Sep 12, 2026 10:41:22 AM
Summary: Staff greeted me as I arrived and got my key. Mani carried my bags to my room and was friendly and helpful as he explained the beach and local area.
There's a restaurant available in the building which I didn't use but is very convenient. It's a short walk to the many beach areas with a bit of an incline to walk back up.
This 1874 Inn is being renovated with new sinks, toilets, flooring etc. You get a great.deal for the price, convenience and friendly service.
Debra
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Aug 31, 2026 02:17:30 AM
Summary: The windspire inn provides good moderately priced accommodation in Port Elgin. The Wi-Fi is excellent. There are ample choices on the TV. The location is fabulous as it is about a four minute walk to the main beach. Easy drive to many restaurants and shops.
David
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Aug 6, 2026 11:14:32 PM
Summary: Hotel was old house that had been converted to an Inn. Amenities only included two bath towels and one hand towel. No extra toilet paper. No wash clothes. Rooms had not been updated/painted in maybe 30-35 years. Steps were very steep and shallow.
The only thing that kept the rating from being lower was the staff. They were pleasant when asked for something.
CARL
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Jul 30, 2026 10:11:47 AM
Summary: Maybe advise on parking
SHALEEN
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Jul 25, 2026 06:37:16 AM
Summary: Where do I start. We’ve been there at least 4 times over the last 5 years and each time there was obvious notes that things were being worked on to improve the building. But nothing has changed. Let’s start with the stay … says there’s breakfast… NONE! Then the check in … nobody around and you have to hunt for them. How about the restaurant says open 7 days a week. But wait they’re closed when we want to order. How about ice cream… nope that is hidden behind a locked door. Oh how about some tissue … nope none available so how about some napkins from the restaurant that’s closed. Wait how about a face cloth for the sink … nope let’s give you extra hand towels.
Don’t run out of toilet tissue… try to find someone to give you another roll. Good luck with that nobody at the desk and now the trick is to find someone that actually works there.
Yeah I said we had stayed there multiple times. But now do you really think I’ll be back .. think again.
Jim
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Jul 22, 2026 06:59:34 AM
Summary: There was no morning coffee or tea available although the website clearly stated coffee and tea were available in the lobby. There was a reastaurant on the property so no coffee or tea was unusual. There was no equipment in the room for making any hot drinks: no cups, no coffeemaker.
The shower was dirty with black mold growing.
No one was ever at the front desk. When I checked in I had to find my way back into the restaurant kitchen to talk to anyone.
It was quite noisy at night, with loud TV noise until 1:30am. There was a strong weed smell in the hallway the first night.
There was a TV on the wall in my room but it was not connected to cable or Internet. It effectively did not work.
I would not recommend this hotel.
Nancy
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Jul 18, 2026 06:11:38 PM
Summary: The room was smaller than we anticipated; I suspect this had been a dormitory at some point. Nevertheless, they maximized the use of the space there was.
Bill
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Jul 17, 2026 03:30:01 AM
Summary: If you want to be close to the beach, this place is ideal. Not much else. The staff are friendly.
David
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Jul 10, 2026 07:35:37 AM