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The Swan Motel

960 Downie St., Stratford, Ontario N5A 6S3, Canada
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The Swan Motel
Ranked #4 of 16 hotels in Stratford
4.5 of 5 stars 77 Reviews
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Kitchener, Canada
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129 reviews 129 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

It's hard to find good accommodation that is reasonably priced in Stratford. This is one of the few. It's a little out of the way but only 5-10 minutes to drive to downtown Stratford. The rooms are clean and Colleen has wonderful tips of things to do around Stratford.

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Chicago, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 29, 2011

I recently stayed at The Swan; it was recommended by friends who are long-time guests there. As my trip was last minute and unplanned, I was fortunate to obtain a room. The owners, Peter and Colleen, were gracious and greeted me with the same warmth as if I were a valued friend. When they learned this was my first trip... More

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Chesapeake, Virginia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2011

My friend and I found the Swan Motel to be one of the cleanest rooms we had ever stayed in. The owners were VERY welcoming, and most helpful with tips, maps, and suggestions, as well as with our reservations--the personal touch is much better than with a big chain. The grounds seem lovely, even in the fall, but the rainy... More

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Toronto
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2011

A great place if you like to hear your neighbour's conversation through the paper thin walls. It was a very cold night with frost, but the heating was poor and the blanket provided little warmth. An extra blanket in the closet would be appreciated. While the place was clean, it needed a good airing. Quite over-priced.

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South River, Ontario
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2011

This is not your average roadside motel. The rooms are the cleanest we have ever seen and very lovingly maintained. The air in the room was fresh with no hint of air freshener. We appreciated the no pets, no smoking policy. Landscaping on the grounds is wonderful (would be spectacular in the summer when leaves and blossoms are still out).... More

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Novi, Michigan
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2011

I stayed here for a recent showing of Camelot a the Festival Theatre. Knew I was only going to be sleeping here, and not spending much time on the property, and was with my mom, so convenience, cleanliness and quiet was the key this time around. This is definately an old style, L shaped "motel", with parking directly outside your... More

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Burlington, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2011
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The owners are hands-on at The Swan. The facility is open during the festival season and they spend the winter upgrading the rooms. For a 45 year old building, the rooms are in excellent condition. In addition the grounds are well kept with chairs and tables spread among the trees and around the outdoor pool. The motel as on the... More

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Lake Bluff, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2011

The Swan, on the outskirts of Stratford, is an old-fashioned, park-in-front-of-your-room motel. The type you'd rarely consider staying at in the USA. But in Stratford, this vintage motel with a soybean field in the back and a pool and beautiful garden in front, is more than acceptable. The spotless rooms are furnished with outdated but well-kept furniture and the forceful... More

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North Street, Michigan
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2011
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Very convenient to town. Exceptionally clean. Rooms are basic but do provide a sink and vanity area outside of the toilet room, a coffee pot, and a small refrigerator. The shower had plenty of hot water with good pressure. Bed was a little too soft for my taste, but that is an individual preference. Grounds are beautifully maintained with a... More

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Port Colborne ON
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2011
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Over the years the Swan has maintained it's friendliness, cleanliness, comfort, neat and tidy yard and gardens and so on and so on ! What a lovely, relaxing setting. Just a word of warning to potential first timers. Book early to avoid possible disappointment for we, as well as multitudes of others, feel that this property is the best in... More

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