Located in Elmira, Bristow's Inn offers a cozy retreat with an outdoor firepit and entertainment area. Connect to WiFi and unwind in the smoke-free premises or explore the off-leash area. Guests rave about this peaceful hideaway.
St. Jacobs Market District Visitor Information Centre - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
University of Waterloo - 15 min drive - 15.7 km
Wilfrid Laurier University - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
Elora Gorge Conservation Area - 31 min drive - 19.7 km
Getting around
Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 30 min drive
John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM) - 74 min drive
Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 76 min drive
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) - 97 min drive
Kitchener Station - 21 min drive
Guelph Central Station - 28 min drive
Guelph, ON (XIA-Guelph Train Station) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
The Fritter Co - 11 min drive
Rural Roots Brewing Co - 9 min walk
Tim Hortons - 9 min drive
McDonald’s - 12 min walk
Jack's Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
About this property
Bristow's Inn
At Bristow's Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St Jacobs Farmers Market and University of Waterloo. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 20
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls and off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Gas grills
Facilities
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: CAD 200
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: CAD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge of CAD 40.00 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50.44 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Bristow's Inn Guesthouse
Bristow's Inn Township of Woolwich
Bristow's Inn Guesthouse Township of Woolwich
Frequently asked questions
Does Bristow's Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bristow's Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bristow's Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 50.44 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Bristow's Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bristow's Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Bristow's Inn?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Elements Casino Grand River (18-min drive) is nearby.
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Bristow's Inn Reviews
Reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Super stay- awesome breakfast
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
It was a lovely place.
Rosemary
Rosemary, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Great place! Felt like home. Perfect location, close to St Jacobs, Elora, Fergus.
Domenico
Domenico, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 27, 2025
very beautiful and cozy place! bed and pillows were little hard but other than that it was lovely!
Ryleigh
Ryleigh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 9, 2025
Great location…comfortable room…breakfast was great.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 16, 2025
I absolutely LOVED my stay at Bristow’s Inn. It was comfortable and relaxing.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Beautiful Historical house.
Youlin
Youlin, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 25, 2025
Very kind and personable staff - both in person and through text messages.
Annette
Annette, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2025
Thank you for the hospitality
Joepriya
Joepriya, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2025
Beautiful heritage house with authentic feel but modern amenities. Welcoming. We enjoyed the touches that gave us a sense of the family and its pride in the property.
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Nice old antique house very clean. Good continental breakfast. Close to Elora downtown. We loved it
Pramod
Pramod, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 29, 2025
Generous breakfast options. It was nice chatting with other travellers at the breakfast table, swapping life stories
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 24, 2025
It was a pleasure staying at an Inn with such great history. I am impressed by how the host has kept and decorated the house reminding the guests of its history. Breakfast was terrific especially with a variety of fresh fruits and cereal choices. Room was clean and comfy. Definitely recommended!!
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 8, 2025
Our stay was absolutely flawless from start to finish! The entire process, from booking to check-out, was seamless and stress-free. We were very impressed with the amenities, which were all excellent and well-maintained. The thoughtful extras like toothbrushes and lotions were a wonderful touch and truly made us feel at home. And the breakfast was a definite highlight – such a fantastic variety of delicious options to choose from! We highly recommend this property.
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 24, 2024
Had a great stay. Lovely home with beautiful rooms. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in this area.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 5, 2024
easy check in, very friendly owner and staff
Viet
Viet, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Apr 19, 2025
Was close to St. Jacob’s which is what we were looking for.
Accommodation was below our expectations.
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 23, 2024
Excellent accommodations!! Great continental breakfast!! Lots of parking !! Quite and peaceful!!
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 18, 2024
This is a nice comfortable budget friendly B&B. Very conveniently located to do day trips to lots of quaint places. Fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries and local jams were some of the breakfast offerings and the coffee was fresh and hot each morning. This was a great place to stay.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 14, 2024
The room was comfortable and attractive. A charming place to spend a few days.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Quaint and interesting . Can't comment on staff ,... never saw one .
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
May 31, 2024
Lovely place !
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 1, 2025
Lovely stay!! Warm, cozy and super cute! The table was set up nicely already when I went downstairs to get my breakfast. Plenty of entertainment, me and my friends had a really great and relaxing time
Yu Chieh
Yu Chieh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 27, 2025
The A/C vent in our room was barely blowing any air, outside the room and in other rooms was 5 degrees colder.
Our bed was so firm we didn't get much sleep,
But everything else was fantastic, breakfast great, the decor of this 160 years old building very nice, full facilities.
We will be rebooking next year in a different room too in joy the town of Elmia and the St Jacobs farmer Market