What can I expect from a motel trip to Pickering?

When you save on your room price, you can make the most of what Pickering has to offer. Popular places to visit in the larger area include Toronto Zoo, Scarborough Town Centre, and Oshawa Centre.

Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What's the seasonal weather like in Pickering?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Pickering to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 25°F. Average annual precipitation for Pickering is 39 inches.

What are my options for getting around Pickering when staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Pickering to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ), which is located 29.4 mi (47.3 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), which is 23.8 mi (38.2 km) away. Make your way to Pickering Station for metro transit.

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Motel 6 Whitby, ON - Toronto East

165 Consumers Dr, Whitby, ON

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Situated in Whitby, this motel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Lake Ontario and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Lynde Shores Conservation Area. Oshawa Centre and Tribute Communities Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km). Whitby Station is 11 minutes by foot.

3.2/5 (988 reviews)

"It was close to the main highway. No fan in the bathroom was a disappointment. Needs more ventilation"

Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2021

Super 8 by Wyndham Toronto East ON

3280 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON

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Located in Scarborough, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Ontario and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Scarborough Bluffs Park. Bluffer's Park and Guild Inn Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km). Eglinton Station is 19 minutes by foot.

2.9/5 (758 reviews)

"The rooms and property itself is quite nice and the staff amazing however we cannot control the surrounding area so understandable. Unfortunately due to restrictions everything is closed however stay was enjoyable and when i had to refund a night due to childcare issues the expedia staff and hotel ..."

Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2022

Park Motel

3126 Kingston Road, Toronto, ON

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Located in Scarborough, this motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Ontario and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Scarborough Bluffs Park. Bluffer's Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. Eglinton Station is 26 minutes by foot.

2.3/5 (170 reviews)

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"Was very clean room. Bathroom has been updated nicely. The staff is great."

Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2021

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Liberty Inn

150 Liberty St South, Clarington, ON

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Situated in Bowmanville, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, Bowmanville Museum, and Lake Ontario. Garnett B. Richard Recreation Complex is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

2.5/5 (145 reviews)

"The rooms were old and very basic. Stayed the weekend and was surprising to find I didn't hear any street noises at night though it was a busy road. Had a nice chat with some longer term clients there. The shower head was actually painful. Clearly the heads hadn't been changed since the 80's so the ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2021

Hotel Richmond Hill ON North

11610 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, ON

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Situated in Richmond Hill, this motel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Richmond Hill Heritage Centre. Lake Wilcox Park and David Dunlap Observatory are also within 6 mi (10 km).

2.5/5 (202 reviews)

"This place Is a no frills affordable place for a brief overnight stay. Rooms are clean and spacious but my one complaint is the lack larger bath towels."

Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2021

Lakeridge Motel

843 Dundas Street West, Whitby, ON

Situated in Whitby, this motel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Ontario and within 6 mi (10 km) of Oshawa Centre and Tribute Communities Centre. Lynde Shores Conservation Area and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

3.6/5 Good! (7 reviews)

"this place desperately needs a facelift and good cleaning. Right across the road from a firehall. Someone screaming at 11 pm. Please stay somewhere else"

Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2018

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New Plaza Motel

4584 Kingston Road, Toronto, ON

Located in Scarborough, this motel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from University of Toronto Scarborough and within 6 mi (10 km) of Centennial College and Toronto Zoo.

3/5 (110 reviews)

"It was ok, but the room was very cold, take along while before I could feel warm. But I will be coming by again, and recommend this place to friends and family."

Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2019

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Comfort Inn Pickering

533 Kingston Rd., Pickering, ON

3.6/5 Good! (965 reviews)

"Stayed 1 one with some friends for new years! New problems all was appropriatelycleaned and felt safe."

Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2022

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1631 Jaywin Circle, Pickering, ON

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Here you’ll find some of Expedia customers’ favorite motels in the larger area. Super 8 by Wyndham Toronto East ON is located 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from the heart of Pickering. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Whitby, ON - Toronto East: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Pickering is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) away. Park Motel: Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from the heart of Pickering. Liberty Inn: Central Pickering is 21.8 mi (35.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Hotel Richmond Hill ON North: 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from the heart of Pickering. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

Visitors like Pickering for its zoo. Take time for sightseeing and enjoy all there is to do in this family-friendly area. Favorite places in and around Pickering include Toronto Zoo, Scarborough Town Centre, and Oshawa Centre. Enjoy nature with a stop at Lake Ontario and Rouge National Urban Park. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Ontario Science Centre, Lynde Shores Conservation Area, and Cedarena.