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The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers enjoy the indoor pool and fine dining at Legacy Restaurant, while feeling at home in this convenient hotel near Canatara Beach and Park

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Located near Canatara Beach and Park, The Insignia Hotel offers practical comforts for every traveler. Enjoy the indoor pool, 24-hour gym, and dry cleaning services. Dine at Legacy Restaurant, and benefit from free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 49-inch TV with cable channels, Netflix, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
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(23 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Located in Sarnia, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is in the city centre. Ontario Court of Justice and Canatara Beach and Park are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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283 N. Christina Street, Sarnia, ON, N7T5V4

What's nearby

  • Stones 'N Bones Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Centennial Park Paths Trailhead
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bayshore Park Multi Use Path Trailhead
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Imperial Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ontario Court of Justice
    2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    17 min walk
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Refined Fool Brewing Co.
    8 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    5 min walk
  • Back Home Coffee Roastery
    8 min walk

About this property

The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  • Hotel near Bluewater Health
  • Located close to Ontario Court of Justice and Canatara Beach and Park, The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site Fusion cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Legacy Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a 24-hour gym are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, luggage storage and a lift
    • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 84 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • 49-inch TVs with Netflix and premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

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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 self 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
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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
  • 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Sarnia, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bluewater Health, Ontario Court of Justice and Canatara Beach and Park. Blue Water Bridge and Lambton Mall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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 Insignia Hotel, Sarnia, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 669 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was fantastic, the rooms were spotless and cozy. Fabulous location. We’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, location was perfect for our needs, very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely love this hotel it was our first time in Sarnia and the staff was amazing. We loved the pool area sauna and hot tub. It was conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Front staff was very welcoming and friendly, parking was plentiful, rooms were spotless, and the soaps and hand lotion were high quality. We walked to a local spot for dinner by the water, so can’t comment on the hotel restaurant, but the menu looked really good. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, hotel spotless, pool area was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always such a wonderful stay at Insignia! Clean rooms and friendly staff! Always love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The epitome of customer service excellence! The Insignia is my the favourite place to stay! The amenities, furnishings and location are just the best. The staff are superior.. always make you feel welcome, so helpful and greet you by name when passing through the lobby. It just doesn’t get any better!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Very nice room. Nice facility.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great checkin. Room is clean and pool is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes room was spotless, best hotel shower I have ever used. Staff was more that courteous as very pleasant speaking and very informative on hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent at check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A beautiful property well taken care of. Staff was fantastic each person I made contact with was professional and friendly. A great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Clean, comfortable and well located

Great location, easy parking, excellent rooms, clean , updated and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying there. The rooms are wonderful. I love the Nespresso machine and real cups and saucers in the room. The pool area is fantastic especially the saunas. Staff always friendly. Don’t change a thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for the best restaurants and live music pubs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent spot for a quick stop over. Rooms are really small. Pool is nice. Staff is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sakenah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I honestly love staying at this hotel, the staff are so sweet, would always recommend it to all of my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean, quiet, and the restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great place ro stay with friendly and attentive staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in… clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice rooms and ample parking close to lots of dining downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff! My room was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Clean, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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