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Hotel Kenney Rideau

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Hotel Kenney Rideau

A covered porch with a wooden floor, a white wicker sofa, and a wooden table with chairs.
A lakeside building with a dock and a bridge, surrounded by dense trees.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.
A two-story building with a covered porch and a wooden deck.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a lake through the window.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Explore the area

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59 Kenneys Rd, Rideau Lakes, ON, K0G 1E0
  • Place, Whitefish Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sand Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Hilltop Cottage

A wooden cabin room with a bed, two bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.

Hilltop Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bayside Rooms

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a door with a window.

Bayside Rooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cabana Rooms

A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Cabana Rooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Riverine on the lake rooms

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a lake through the window.

Riverine on the lake rooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Lock side Cottage

A room with two wooden beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the walls.

Lock side Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Jones Falls

At Hotel Kenney Rideau you'll be within steps of Rideau Canal and Whitefish Lake. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and multilingual staff. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Rideau Lakes hotel include Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House and Sand Lake.

What's nearby

  • Whitefish Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jones Falls Defensible Lockmaster's House - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sand Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Stone Arch Dam - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kingston Waterfront - 45 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 24 min drive
  • Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julianna's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jeannie’s Chip Wagon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Robin's Roost Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Quinn's Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • Kenney's Hotel&Restaurant

About this property

Hotel Kenney Rideau

Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at Hotel Kenney Rideau . Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rideau Lakes hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Kenney Rideau offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 October and 1 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kenney Rideau
Hotel Kenney Rideau Hotel
Hotel Kenney Rideau Rideau Lakes
Hotel Kenney Rideau Hotel Rideau Lakes

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

Hotel Kenney Rideau offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

As of 28 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kenney Rideau on 7 Sept 2026 start from NZ$281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

Yep, Hotel Kenney Rideau has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

The closest beach to Hotel Kenney Rideau is Portland Beach (17.7 km).

Does Hotel Kenney Rideau serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary full breakfast is on offer daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

No, Hotel Kenney Rideau does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Kenney Rideau ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Kenney Rideau Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hangang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel Kenney Rideau shines by its friendly and wonderfully helpful staff and it's incredible food menu! We felt very welcome, as if we had known them for years. Their evening and brunch menus are very generous and of incredible quality. Certain rooms are showing their age but they are a work in progress. We were nonetheless very comfortable and would go again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The locks were nice food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Satpal

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff very friendly GF options for breakfast, very accommodating and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely cabin. Nice dinner and service was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michele

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful area and staff But the place needs some love, very dated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Wunjin

Liked: Staff & service
Nice breakfast! Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new owner is doing an incredible job reopening this amazing property, set directly across from Jones’ Falls locks on the Rideau canal. Big rooms, comfy beds, and right on the water. Peaceful and lots of wildlife. Really good food too at the restaurant and great staff who went the extra mile to ensure our stay was comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Qing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never expected breakfast which is included are so luxurious! And the lake view just right behind the hotel room is such stunning! It’s absolutely over expected!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and historic. Beautiful location. Stayed in a rustic cabin - stylish renovation, and amazing water pressure in the shower. Food in the restaurant far exceeded my expectations, though vegetarian options were minimal. The hotel dog was relaxed and good-natured.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris St.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem by the Rideau. Picturesque, comfortable and dinner was outstanding. Rooms are a bit dated, and included breakfast started a little late (9am). But, still great value and super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hangang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is hood
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It needs fixing up
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very helpful and friendly. The rooms are spread over several separate buildings. My room ("Inn on the Lake") was large, clean, an generally nice but the bathroom could use some renovation. The location is spectacular, in clear view of 3 tiers of the Jones Falls Locks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique Experience

My husband and I had a wonderful couple of days at Hotel Kenney. This vintage hotel is rustic but unique and the setting right at Jones Falls Lock is spectacular! Lots of interesting sites in the area to explore, especially for history buffs. If dining at the hotel, expect a leisurely experience but know that the meal is well worth the wait! Sunday brunch was amazing, so many choices! We stayed in Hilltop cabin. The queen bed was very comfortable. Just a heads up: the shower stall is quite small. Jeff went out of his way to make us feel welcome and to ensure that our stay was enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had relaxing weekend at Hotel Kenneys. Staff was very friendly and helpfull. The owners were great and got what we needed right away. Compliments to the Chef, the food was really good especially breakfast and Sunday brunch had so much variety. Stayed at the Inn on the lakes which is older part but very clean. Enjoyed the sliding door facing the water to sit and watch the boats going through the locks or just relax and read a book. The Jones Falls provincial park just a walk across ghe bridge was also nice to see. Would definetly recommend and will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor Hotel

No hot water, no hand soap. Told manager, he couldn’t care less Not worth the money at all. Do not stay here. It’s a tired rundown place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ajit

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its good if you are peace lover and sleep after 6.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Unique place, quiet and relaxing with a great view

Hotel Kenny was a beautiful and relaxing location. The new owners are working hard to refurbish the property but keeping the nostalgic feel, which we appreciate. The food was outstanding!!! We were there very late in the season and were the only people there the last night, however they treated us like royalty and served the best meal of the trip, family style! Chef Core went above and beyond and even opened the ice cream parlor for us, even though it was closed that day. We had unusually warm weather for October so the ice cream was a treat!!! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jeff is an awesome host! The location of the property is lovely - on the water and at the base of the locks! The restaurant was not open while we were there so I can't comment. As for the property itself, it is in need of some TLC - sadly, it is quite rundown. Our accommodation in one of the chalets seemed to have had some renovations - a very comfy bed but still quite rustic. We look forward to returning when renovations are completed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Staff & service
This property is being upgraded and still has quite a bit of work yet to be done. It is a place with an interesting history and great location though. The internet connection was not entirely reliable. This may have been due to storms which hit the area during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Janylene

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the rooms needs total renovations. It smells like moisture, the carpet is dirty, the tapestry and paint comes off, the bath tub is rusty and yellow, the mattress must date from the 80's. It is a 2 star hotel. The service is very good but you do not sleep on the service counter! Very creepy place. Be aware.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was quite an expensive stay. We paid $280 for a Lakeside Room. The carpet in our room was dirty and full of animal hair. Some of our lights didn’t work and the water was cold when we showered. Overall, the staff was great, location is stunning, and the rooms are dated, grounds aren’t well maintained, and it seems too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024