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Memorial University

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A nighttime view of a building with multiple floors and windows, a body of water with lily pads, and a reflection of lights on the water's surface.
A modern lounge area with seating arrangements and large windows.
A restaurant with booths and tables, large windows, and pendant lighting.
A gym with various exercise machines, a television screen, and large windows.
An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, inflatable water slides, and a spectator area.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

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40 Livyers Loop, St. John's, NL, A1B 3P7
  • Place, Memorial University of Newfoundland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Rooms
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a fan.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a heater.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Suite, 2 Twin Beds

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

2 Bedroom Suite, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

St. John's

A family-friendly stay in St. John's awaits you at Memorial University. You'll be just steps from Memorial University of Newfoundland and within a 30-minute stroll of The Rooms. Highlights at this hotel include 2 indoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free continental breakfast. .The restaurant, Bitters, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym, indoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and waterslide. Meeting rooms and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this University hotel include Masonic Temple and Avalon Mall.

What's nearby

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Works Aquarena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pippy Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Avalon Mall - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Rooms - 6 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manna European Bakery and Deli - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gov'nor Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪MUN University Centre - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Memorial University

Memorial University offers its guests 2 indoor swimming pools, an indoor tennis court, a waterslide, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Memorial University. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 569 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Memorial University offers 569 accommodations with free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bitters

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 12 buildings
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 15 August and 15 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Memorial University Paton College Hotel St. John's
Memorial University Paton College Hotel
Memorial University Paton College St. John's
Memorial University Hotel St. John's
Memorial University Hotel
Memorial University St. John's
Memorial University Paton College

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Memorial University?

Memorial University offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Memorial University?

Yep, Memorial University has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Memorial University?

The closest beach to Memorial University is Topsail Beach (14.5 km).

Does Memorial University have a pool?

Memorial University has 2 indoor swimming pools and a kids' pool.

Does Memorial University have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is Memorial University family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and a waterslide, it's no surprise that Memorial University is a hit with families.

Does Memorial University serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Memorial University?

No, Memorial University does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Memorial University?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Memorial University?

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

Are pets allowed at Memorial University?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Memorial University Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 263 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Low cost place nice stay with free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent alternative to expensive downtown hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff wonderful Clean room Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time staying at a University Dormitory. We were happy with the budget friendly accommodation and would book this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal place to stay when visiting St. John's. Reasonably priced and included a continental breakfast. Not far from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and facilities were very clean and well kept, the staff was friendly and helpful, definitely a no frills continental breakfast, how ever it was very fresh and satisfied your needs. Parking lots were easy to find and getting around was easy to navigate, but be ready for a fair bit of walking
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
one day accommodation, clean and warm. Breakfast is excellent. Next we will come again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful and good selection of breakfast items including gluten-free. Great that parking was included. It’s a good base and close to the different sites.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean and affordable. Our room rate included continental breakfast which opened at 7am. Coffee and tea, juice, yogurt, 3 types of cereal, different types of bread and bagels, store bought crossianrs and muffins
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is not great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a one night stay, was good for that purpose. Hallway was a bit loud when others were moving around, but considering it’s a dorm area, it was expected. Breakfast included was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The dorm rooms are very basic with few amenities but this is a great option for the budget minded person. I don’t think I could do more than 2 nights as the beds are just ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean. No food on site except continental breakfast. Food within 10min walk. For the price good value.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
there is a very clean room. stuff are too good,friendly. breakfast is Canadian as usual and the parking lot is a very nice parking lot and lots of option parking 15, 14, 13 but think is like the bed size is too small. otherwise everything good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't realized there was no bathroom when I booked it, it worked out at the end
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plan on the rooms being extremely hot and there is no AC. Most guests had to sleep with their room doors open to try to manage
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10min to the airport, breakfast included and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, the kindest staff I've ever met, I will definitely be staying there again but I wouldn't recommend staying with Expedia, they charged us twice and according to the staff at the university, this is not uncommon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Unfortunately we had
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was all good, no issues whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the same money we able to get a fully furnished apartment. It might be fine for one night though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay probably the best and quietest we had in 2 weeks. Will stay again for sure. Great location and very nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Price was expensive for the amenities that were available. No tv or microwave in room. Shower was some distance from room. Most reasonable price in St. John's for this time of year.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast items were very much so limited. No hot food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean nice staff, good healthy continental breakfast really safe and easy free parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022