The Kingston center point is approximately 2 miles northwest of Downtown Kingston and 2 miles north of Queens University.
Kingston, Ontario has a humid continental climate with warm summers and no dry season. June 1st to September 19 is the hot season, with an average daily high temperature of 67 degrees Fahrenheit, though temperatures do climb higher, reaching a peak of 77. The cold season begins in early December and tapers off in the middle of March with an average daily high just above freezing. January is quite cold as temperatures fall well below zero. Though snow is likely in the winter, rain is more prevalent throughout the rest of the year. If you choose your travel dates based on weather, be advised that the air is very humid. Levels peak towards the end of September when they climb above 94% on three out of four days. There are two periods when the weather is best for traveling to Kingston. May 18 to July 17 is a great time because you can check out Artfest Kingston. August 11 to October 9 is another good time to attend because of the Wolfe Island Music Festival or the Women's Art Festival.
Super 8, as a member of the Wyndham hotel family, offers many savings such as senior discounts and seasonal promotional deals. Ask about these when you're booking your stay. Don't forget to let the staff know if you're a government employee or a member of the military.
Marriott Rewards can be used at the Residence Inn Kingston Water's Edge for lower rates. Marriott also offers discounts and package rates to seniors, groups, and for bundled travel. In Ontario, travelers booked in Marriott hotels get a $25 dining credit. Are you a government employee or in the military? If so, you qualify for special rates. Be sure to ask what rewards are available when you book.
Familiar hotel chains near downtown Kingston include the Super 8, offering executive suites, family suites with a kitchen included, efficiencies, and more. This hotel also offers a free continental breakfast, high-speed internet, and a 40” flat panel TV for $85 and up a night. The Travelodge Hotel LaSalle offers nice amenities at an affordable rate including an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and a restaurant with a lounge for $83 and up a night. If you're traveling with friends, Travelodge offers adjoining rooms if you ask in advance. Though it's a budget friendly hotel, it still has amenities that make your stay more comfortable like a dry cleaning service, restaurants, a refrigerator, a sauna, and a spa tub.
Get out your camera and snap a few selfies in historic Kingston. Take a trolley tour and hop on and off as you visit twenty-one national historic sites that boast a rich history and splendid view of the attractions in the city. Trolley stops include City Hall, the Royal Military College of Canada, Fort Henry, Springer Market Square, the Marine & Pump House Steam Museums, Bellevue House, Canada's Penitentiary Museum, Queen's University, and the Entertainment & Retail District. Of course, all of that will leave you hungry, but don't worry! There are culinary delights awaiting you! If you're hankering for fresh Italian cuisine, visit the Atomica Pizza & Wine Bar. If you want organic, fresh fare, have dinner at Le Chien Noir Bistro. Feeling fishy? Dine at Dianne's Fish Shack & Smokehouse. Of course, if you have a simpler palate, check out Harper's Burger Bar. If it's January, take in the Canadian Tire National Skating Championships. In February, attend the Kingston Canadian Film Festival, April boasts Maple Madness, and in the summer, there are so many events and attractions available, no time is a bad time to visit. Remember, Kingston, Ontario is postcard perfect, so smile!
Below are reviews of the city of Kingston, ON from an actual visitor's perspective.
Good selection of restaurants, downtown park area and a range of boat trips etc. A busy downtown area.
We were there for a couple of days of relaxation. The water/harbour front was beautiful.
Love Kingston. Lots of things to do. Great restaurants. Will definitely come back. Everyone should experience Kingston!
Kingston is somewhere I have passed through but never stayed. Lots of fun to have and things to see. We took the ghost trolley and really enjoyed it! Fort Henry and the waterfront downtown area are really nice
Love the waterfront, the architecture, the vibrance the university brings. It has everything anyone needs.
The waterfront is beautiful and family friendly! It is a beautiful historic city and a must to visit!
Best part of Kingston is the diversity of people and culture. Great waterfront and so many places to see and visit.
Enjoyed being in the heart of Kingston and seeing the sights.
Downtown restaurants and site seeing all the old architecture.
So many great attractions and restaurants. Easy to navigate.
Ghost tour was excellent heading for the Kingston penitentiary tour today.
Nice downtown buildings, has old history feeling.
Beautiful downtown, cute shops. Ate at Chez Piggy, it was delicious
Very nice city. Lots of good restaurants
I really liked the calm and safety in the city of Kingston. The shores of Lake Ontario are beautiful and provide great spots for walking and relaxing. Downtown Kingston is easy to explore on foot, with a lot of history and beautiful old buildings. People are friendly, and there are many nice restaurants and cafés to enjoy.
Good shopping ,beautiful in the summer.
I love Kingston for the waterfront, beautiful Lake Ontario park, excellent hospitals. A wide variety of dining options & cultural events.
Roads are cleared of snow quickly Working in Kingston.
Restaurant and coffee bars in the city are very nice. Our meal at Milestones was excellent. We like the area and the history of Kingston. We just wish we had more time to explore more and visit several of the key sites. We will be back.
The penitentiary tour and museum were very interesting. There is no lack of finding places to eat or to have a drink.
Waterfront area and the downtown.
There were many places to visit. I enjoyed the tours.
Home away from home. Great eateries and lovely to be near water.
Our tourist trip to the Great Lakes Museum to tour the 'Wanakita' ship in dry dock in downtown Kingston. Also great restaurants nearby.
A lovely city, great restaurants, very clean.
Boat tour through 1000 islands!
Highly recommend the following: Fort Henry tour was interesting and informative. Great guides! The Island Star dinner cruise was exceptional. The S.S. Keewatin tour was also really interesting.
Kingston remains a very pleasant and clean city that is enjoyable to visit. We shall likely visit again.
Visiting friends that live one street behind the hotel so convenient a location Princess St connects to main arteries so getting around was easy
Trolley tour, Kingston Islander dinner cruise. Both were very informative and the staff was great on both tours.
Wonderful people, scenery and attractions!
All the history attached to this city
Cool restaurants!
Historic city.
Beautiful city with a lot of history. Lots to see and do.
Love Kingston. Great downtown, fantastic shops (Cook's), lovely waterfront.
We visited the Kingston Penitentiary. A good well organized tour. We spent most of our time watching soccer.
Lovely waterfront to walk around and had a great cruise.
Lakeshore and downtown areas.
Shopping, special events, has gotten quite busy over the years.
Nice place
A little town, charming and quiet.
Friendly and old town feel.
Love it!
Waterfront and unique stores in the downtown area.
We were in a basketball tournament so we didn't get to see that much of it.
Kingston is a nice city
Many restaurants, bakeries, and quaint stores to visit. The farmer's market was lovely. Old world charm!
Very beautiful to walk along the lake!
Kingston was a great place to visit. The staff in the visitor information center was exceptional.
Kingston is a beautiful city and has lots of options for hotels and entertainment!
Kingston is a beautiful city and has lots of options for hotels and entertainment.
The 1,000 Island Cruise!
From what I saw, it's a lovely city. I absolutely love the old homes around the hospital area. Absolutely gorgeous. The outdoor patios we were at are excellent. Great good. A lovely area!
The architecture of the downtown is beautiful. We had a very good supper. We were sorry to be in a hurry and promised ourself to come back for a tour of Kingston.
I love Kingston. The Wolfe Island Ferry, The Keewatin, the shopping downtown, especially Cooke's Fine Foods. Its a wonderful town!
Lots to do and prices are reasonable.
Had surgery at KGH.
Easy parking, clean streets.
The city is nice. It was clean and easy to get around.
Beautiful downtown area with great shops!
Restaurants and historical sites galore!
Available boat excursions, loved our cruise!
We love walking along the waterfront and eating in the nice restaurants. We park the car downstairs and walk everywhere for our stay so it is really good.
Kingston is a great city to visit; always lots to do!
Movies. Waterfront. Shopping. The ability to sit in the dining area to play cards and visit around a table was nice.
Beautiful downtown area!
Son starting masters program at Queens so here to set up his accommodations.
Historic sites.
Good!
Nice walkable downtown.
The hotel is close to amenities!
City of Kingston is excellent. Clean, friendly with tons of history and attractions.
Kingston is always a nice place to visit. Lots of great history and great restaurants
Located near Little Cataraqui Creek conservation area.
Proximity to hockey arenas.
We enjoy being able to walk to shops, restaurants, tourist attractions, etc. Kingston has a great deal of historical and tourist interest, from Old Fort Henry to the former Kingston Penitentiary to lots of history of the Great Lakes and more. It's very walkable along the waterfront as well.
Beautiful waterfront, nice place to walk!
The waterfront and the shops!
Kingston is open and clean. Easy to walk.
Waterfront, Kingston
Beautiful city with much to see and do.
Beautiful!
We attended a wedding outside downtown by the water and it was a lovely location.
Beautiful, quaint, friendly place to visit.
Being on the water!
Great vibe. Wonderful restaurants. Fun city.
Kingston's waterfront area is beautiful. Many great restaurants to choose from!