Located close to Lock 7 Viewing Center and Welland Canal Lock 7, The Inn at Lock Seven provides a garden and a library. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Thorold, The Inn at Lock Seven is in the city center and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by St. Catharine's Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls. Lock 7 Viewing Center and Welland Canal Lock 7 are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Thorold travel guide
24 Chapel Street South, Thorold, ON, L2V2C6
What's nearby
Horseshoe Falls
20 min drive - 19.0 km
Welland Canal
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Welland Canal Lock 7
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lock 7 Viewing Center
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Beaverdams Park
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
St. Catharines Station
13 min drive
Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ)
81 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons
5 min drive
McDonald's
5 min drive
Dohboy’s Diner
5 min drive
Tim Hortons
9 min walk
Pizza Pizza
5 min drive
About this property
The Inn at Lock Seven
Hotel near Lock 7 Viewing Center
Located close to Welland Canal Lock 7 and St. Catharine's Museum, The Inn at Lock Seven provides a garden and a library. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Bike rentals, luggage storage, and a gift shop
A vending machine and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas
How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Lock Seven?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Lock Seven on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Inn at Lock Seven?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Inn at Lock Seven?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Inn at Lock Seven located?
Located in the heart of Thorold, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lock 7 Viewing Center and Welland Canal Lock 7. St. Catharine's Museum and Bridal Veil Falls are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Inn at Lock Seven Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 585 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 585 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 585 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 585 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 585 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
Verified review
8/10 Good
Julie
Sep 17, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic accommodation but good value, loved the location next to the lock.
This property is all about the balcony overlooking Lock 7 on the Welland canal. The rooms are dated but clean although the furniture on the balcony was worn. A great unique location for a one night stay! We enjoyed watching the ships!
The room was clean, front desk gentlemen was very helpful. Balcony is a great addition to the room, you can see the ships passing the lock right from your balcony. Amazing view.
The room was basic but very clean with comfortable beds. There was a small fridge which was nice. The air conditioner was a bit noisy. The view from the small balcony out over Lock Seven was terrific, and the highlight of the stay. The desk staff were very nice and helpful and provided us with a good breakfast recommendation and coupon.
We really, really enjoyed our quick trip here immensely. The location is fabulous, the rooms are very large, and it had everything we needed. It’s tucked into such a cute little neighborhood as well and not far from NOTL. We definitely want to return!
The location is the major appeal of the property. Seeing the ships go by was SO COOL. The property is clean. The rooms are basic and not updated, but meet the standards for a clean and comfortable stay. I just wish there was a microwave.
Very clean and friendly and helpful staff. Has an outside balcony with a great view of ships going though the canal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Cathy
Apr 20, 2026
Our stay was great .. very clean and nice hotel. Was awesome to see the ships going by ! Very close to downtown all shops and restaurants with in walking distance.
Always a great place to take in the fabulous view on the Welland Canal. Watching the ships passing between Erie and Ontario is most relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Roy
Jun 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The place is old and dated.
Outside and hallways shabby.
Room was very clean and large. Beds were comfortable. Balcony directly in front of lock 7. That was interesting.
Owners and staff are so friendly and helpful. The rooms are spotlessly clean and it felt like a brand new mattress. It is a dated property with cinderblock walls, an old bathroom, and windows that didn’t work well. But I would still stay here again when I’m in the area because it’s so neat to be able to watch the ships on the canal from your balcony or even your bed!
We planned on attending two shows at the Shaw Festival plus a day of hiking on the Bruce Trail. The location was perfect for both activities- a 25 minute drive to Niagara on the Lake and 15 minutes to the trail head. Also , the inn is four blocks from the old downtown. Check out the Early Bird for breakfast and Donnelly’s for dinner. The Inn’s rooms are basic, but big, bright and super clean with fresh paint and new carpeting. The view of the canal from our balcony was great. We spent quite awhile watching the ships traverse the canal.
Absolutely enjoyed our stay!
The view of the locks was incredible, and watching ships pass through was such a unique experience - could view right from your own balcony.
The inn is older but clean, comfortable, and fairly priced. Friendly staff made check-in easy and welcoming.