Title: Thousand Islands Motel: Browse Cheap Motels in Thousand Islands 2025 | Expedia.ca [Thousand Islands Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands.dx6292105)[Hotels in Thousand Islands](https://expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands-Hotels.d6292105.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Thousand Islands](https://expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands-Vacation-Rentals.d6292105.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Thousand Islands](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Thousand-Islands.d6292105.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Thousand Islands](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Thousand-Islands.d6292105.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Thousand Islands Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Thousand-Islands.d6292105.Car-Rental-Guide)[Thousand Islands Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Thousand-Islands.d6292105.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/82000/82701-St-Lawrence-Islands-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Search Motels in Thousand Islands ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6292105&startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&adults=2&lodging=MOTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6292105&startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&adults=2&lodging=MOTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6292105&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&adults=2&lodging=MOTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6292105&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&adults=2&lodging=MOTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Browse Select Thousand Islands Motels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/800/722/ebe7dccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/800/722/daebf5f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/800/722/8d0edb59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/800/722/61381e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Brockville Elizabethtown-Kitley 8.4/10 Very good (1163) "Great deal and good place to stay." CA $82 CA $92 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Smiths-Falls-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Brockville.h722.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3060000/3056500/3056403/619b3bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3060000/3056500/3056403/38baeed7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3060000/3056500/3056403/30394422.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3060000/3056500/3056403/2bb72e68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Kingston, ON Cataraqui North 9.0/10 Wonderful (1672) "Clean, simple rooms and friendly staff." CA $94 CA $111 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Motel-6-Kingston.h3056403.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11610000/11603900/11603899/fe992367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11610000/11603900/11603899/56909014.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11610000/11603900/11603899/3d977454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11610000/11603900/11603899/8da6e881.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capricorn Motel Royale Thousand Islands Leeds and the Thousand Islands 8.0/10 Very good (300) "place was tired looking" CA $89 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Leeds-And-The-Thousand-Islands-Hotels-Capricorn-Motel-Royale-Thousand-Islands.h11603899.Hotel-Information) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17950000/17950000/17949916/d6f93bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17950000/17950000/17949916/1f851542.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17950000/17950000/17949916/60826b9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 2 Double Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17950000/17950000/17949916/3c656c08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Allen's Budget Motel Watertown 8.8/10 Excellent (243) "Stay was very comfortable and the staff was excellent " CA $81 CA $90 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Watertown-Hotels-Allens-Budget-Motel.h17949916.Hotel-Information) ![Double Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8240000/8232000/8231935/7ec0b0ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee and/or coffee maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8240000/8232000/8231935/ca90c3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8240000/8232000/8231935/4935a486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8240000/8232000/8231935/520e9abc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lord Nelson Motel St. Lawrence South 8.6/10 Excellent (925) "We have used this motel several times, always clean and comfortable. " CA $99 CA $117 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Lord-Nelson-Motel.h8231935.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22987/039371dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22987/9fe63ff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22987/e19b26b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22987/062c76f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travelodge by Wyndham Gananoque Gananoque 8.0/10 Very good (1007) "The staff at the front desk are very nice, and the quick breakfast to go was nice with a variety " CA $76 CA $89 total includes taxes & fees Oct 16 - Oct 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Gananoque.h22987.Hotel-Information) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10390000/10387400/10387352/e1bc2a54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10390000/10387400/10387352/15783b73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10390000/10387400/10387352/07deb415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10390000/10387400/10387352/53a442d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Inn Motel Watertown 7.2/10 Good (397) "Clean and friendly good people " CA $76 CA $84 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Watertown-Hotels-Royal-Inn-Motel.h10387352.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74236800/74236721/53776b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74236800/74236721/d90e7f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74236800/74236721/ee16636f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Bungalow | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74240000/74236800/74236721/3ff5aeae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rock Ledge Motel Alexandria Bay 9.2/10 Wonderful (260) "Nice room. Very easy check-in. " [](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandria-Bay-Hotels-Rock-Ledge-Motel.h74236721.Hotel-Information) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891300/891270/a0d52656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cottage, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891300/891270/ada031e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891300/891270/05a3838d_edited_99dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Apartment, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891300/891270/8eafe6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Imperial Inn Thousand Islands Gananoque 8.0/10 Very good (59) "Clean, staff friendly, located close to restaurants and shopping." CA $75 CA $88 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-IMPERIAL-INN-1000-Islands.h891270.Hotel-Information) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4050000/4042700/4042606/19ff20f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4050000/4042700/4042606/9236323c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4050000/4042700/4042606/b95ba336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4050000/4042700/4042606/c4143d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Kingston Kingston 8.0/10 Very good (1002) "Good location and ease of parking and very quiet plus a good fast bteakfast." CA $109 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Kingston.h4042606.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364000/1363967/fa30ef96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364000/1363967/ae293c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364000/1363967/ef39e209.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1370000/1364000/1363967/fa36cf58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kingston Sunnyside 7.0/10 Good (1006) "Great stay. " CA $111 CA $131 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Kingston.h1363967.Hotel-Information) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856700/856689/02c6412d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856700/856689/45dce2b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856700/856689/190b97ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856700/856689/54f1638d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Countryside Inn St. Lawrence South 6.6/10 (624) "we liked everything but the big open pothole at the entrance well maintained would stay there again " CA $89 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Countryside-Inn.h856689.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9726500/9726464/6867487e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9726500/9726464/2266148e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9726500/9726464/00e0f051.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9726500/9726464/3d322993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilltop Motel Kingston 7.6/10 Good (187) "Great place to stay!" CA $89 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Hilltop-Motel.h9726464.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4180000/4177300/4177210/11f8b726.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4180000/4177300/4177210/8d97c033.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4180000/4177300/4177210/28047077.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4180000/4177300/4177210/1bf6d079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seven Oakes Motel Kingston 6.4/10 (809) "Lots of restaurants in the area and room very clean and area quiet and safe " CA $109 CA $129 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Seven-Oakes-Motel.h4177210.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30318200/30318132/bd3af9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30318200/30318132/15cc7b38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30318200/30318132/a5dc132a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30320000/30318200/30318132/1643e93c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hills Motor Court & Marina Alexandria Bay 8.0/10 Very good (100) "Nice, quiet place." CA $113 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Alexandria-Bay-Hotels-Hills-Motor-Court-Marina.h30318132.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Donald-Gordon-Hotel-And-Conference-Centre.h9758422.Hotel-Information) ![Strata Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/918800/918767/17003c88_y.jpg) ### Strata Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Didn't have breakfast" [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Thriftlodge-Kingston.h918767.Hotel-Information) ![Motel 6 Kingston, ON](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3060000/3056500/3056403/619b3bc3_y.jpg) ### Motel 6 Kingston, ON 10/10 Excellent "all fine " [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Motel-6-Kingston.h3056403.Hotel-Information) ![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kingston Central by IHG](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2511100/2511081/b78aa728_y.jpg) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kingston Central by IHG 10/10 Excellent "Clean room and the breakfast was pretty standard. We explored the mall across the street, but the hotel is not in an upscale area where you might have lots of dining options nearby." [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Kingston-Central.h2511081.Hotel-Information) ![Comfort Inn and Suites](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78010000/78000100/78000012/8107823d_y.jpg) ### Comfort Inn and Suites 10/10 Excellent "Fantastic " [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Comfort-INN-AND-Suites.h78000012.Hotel-Information) ![Kingston Marriott](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/457200/457123/2b097c8c_y.jpg) ### Kingston Marriott 10/10 Excellent "Hotel was great. Lots to see around , and close to.everything. we walked everywhere. Check in was slow. " [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Kingston.h457123.Hotel-Information) ![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Gananoque](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2140000/2138500/2138500/eee34263_y.jpg) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Gananoque 10/10 Excellent "Great service" [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Gananoque.h2138500.Hotel-Information) ![Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3551700/3551648/0c081e03_y.jpg) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Kingston Water's Edge 10/10 Excellent "Staff we extremely friendly and helpful. A very enjoyable stay." [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Kingston-Waters-Edge.h3551648.Hotel-Information) ![Days Inn by Wyndham Kingston](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2110000/2102800/2102766/93b3f36d_y.jpg) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Kingston 10/10 Excellent "Room was clean and nice" [](https://expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Kingston.h2102766.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Thousand Islands ## Thousand Islands Motels information | Number of reviews | | | --- | --- | | Accommodation | Motels | | Lowest Price | | | Highest Price | | ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the nightly rate for a motel in Thousand Islands? > You can find a great deal on Thousand Islands motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Thousand Islands motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high. ### Is it better to stay in a Thousand Islands motel or hotel? > Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.