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The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 star property
Tudor hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna

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Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds
View from property
Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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283 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, ON, N7T5V4
  • Place, Bluewater Health
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Canatara Beach and Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Water Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2019
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Sarnia

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel places you in the centre of Sarnia, within a 30-minute stroll of Bluewater Health and Ontario Court of Justice. Highlights at this Tudor hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The fine-dining restaurant, Legacy Restaurant, serves Fusion cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Sarnia hotel include Lambton Mall and Canatara Beach and Park.

What's nearby

  • Bluewater Health - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Canatara Beach and Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lambton Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Blue Water Bridge - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lambton College - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarnia Station - 6 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Refined Fool Brewing Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Harvey's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bad Dog - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Tudor hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna
The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was completed in June 2019.

This Tudor Sarnia hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1963
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 84 accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Sarnia hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Legacy Restaurant
  • Regners Tudor Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1963
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - June 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not accept debit cards at check-in for all bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: CAD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Drawbridge Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia, Ontario
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia Ontario
Insignia Sarnia
Insignia Resort Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel Sarnia
Drawbridge Inn Sarnia
The Insignia Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$216.33, 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 The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The closest beach to The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is Canatara Beach and Park (3 km).

Does The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has an indoor pool.

What makes The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

Is The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Fusion cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Reviews

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 571 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 571 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 571 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 571 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 571 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakenah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferruccio

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean. Great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel near the water. Been there twice now. If I’m ever in Sarnia we’ll stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

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

Great place to stay

This place was great and the location was perfect. My only drawbacks were that parking wasn’t guaranteed and the washrooms are quite small .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very polite although it took us 4 tries to get to our room.. the first time he gave us the wrong room number , the other 2 times the key card wouldn work... The 4th try he came up with us to make sure we got in ok. We were given free breakfast vouchers as we were also visiting for my birthday... Unfortunately we were unable to use them as there was almost an hour wait for breakfast in the morning and we had a few hour drive home. The hotel was very clean. We used the sauna, pool and spa. They were very well kept. The location was perfect. We walked for dinner and drinks and down to the water. The parking wasn't an issue either even though it was extremely busy. I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great , start to finish
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Beautiful hotel and great calue
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed at this hotel several Times and really love the experience. Our only complaint would be that there is very little bathroom counter space for toiletries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were here for just one night but we really liked this hotel. The room was big (we had a king room) with a very comfortable bed and some of the best pillows we have ever had. We have stayed at some 5 star hotels and the pillows are so thin, lumpy or too hard. I do not know why these hotels do not invest in good pillows.These ones at the hotel were great! We liked the decor of the room. Had some character. Comfortable love seat sofa and big chair with foot stool. Extremely clean. Staff very nice at front desk and in restaurant. We ate dinner at the restaurant. The ambience its nice and you can sit out on the patio, where there are beautiful flowers. The food was very good. My dinner could have been a bit warmer. I should have asked them to heat it, but it still tasted delicious! Breakfast was very good and it was served hot. Would stay here again over the Hilton where I previously stayed when visiting Sarnia.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. It was close to the boat we went on a music cruise Saturday night. Our hotel room was beautiful and the bed very comfortable. Our brunch at the hotel’s restaurant was incredible. Such a lovely patio to eat on, and fantastic food. Service was amazing for both the hotel and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Arkan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rishab

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Butiful Hotel clean Room grate stuff...
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to waterfront,shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is ok. Asked for a crib but the one they provided was broken
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a really lovely stay for 4 nights. The property has been beautifully restored, and the staff was very attentive and pleasant. The amenities were lovely - especially the pool, sauna, and gym. Because our room was on the small side, it would have been nice to sit in the bar/lounge off of the lobby to eat or to have a drink, but this area is currently closed. Also, the Drawbridge Room was locked and unusable - this may have been because they were experiencing some fob/controlled access issues while we were there. The mats in the gym were in rough condition and should be replaced - I was relieved to have my own yoga mat with me. Those issues were low level, however, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel and service were very good but the bed was very hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

RONALD

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Downtown Sarnia

Great place to stay when you’re in Sarnia. Right down town so it’s close to lots of good restaurants.
Sarnia Waterfront 2 blocks from the Insignia.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMAD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025