Bed & breakfasts
Across the Bridge B&B and Original Artworks
49 huron street, +1 519 305 1313, (http://www.acrossthebridg...). late 1800s home, fully renovated in 2008. open year-round, close to downtown. free parking on site. full, hot breakfast, can cater to special dietary needs: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, etc. free wireless internet. original art on display and for sale. $99-$158.
The Old Rectory B&B
218 ontario street, +1 519 271 7498, (http://www.oldrectorystra...). built in 1902, the old rectory bed and breakfast has been renovated to retain its historic beauty and charm. centrally located, free parking on site, full breakfast included. steps away from theatres and downtown. internet. $170-$220.
Dufton House
Historic bed and breakfast with award-winning gardens. Suites with private entrances, full amenities, ensuite bath, and self-catered kitchen facilities. Walking distance to theatres, downtown. $150-199.
The Queen and Albert B&B
174 queen street, +1 519 272 0589, (http://www.queenandalbert...). just up the street from the festival theatre and a short walk to downtown. well-appointed suites with terraces, ensuite baths, tv, wifi, a/c, fridges. fine breakfasts, original artwork throughout, eclectic decor, "boutique-inn" feel. $100-$175.
Others available through the Stratford Festival office (http://www.stratfordfesti...) and SABBA (http://www.bbstratford.ca/).
Motels/hotels
Arden Park Hotel
552 ontario street, +1 519 275-2936 or 1 877 788-8818, (http://www.ardenpark.on.ca). indoor pool and whirlpool. tennis courts. dining room and bar. a 'standard' modern hotel, with 144 rooms and suites. $157-$225.
Festival Inn
1144 ontario street, +1 519 273 1150 or 1 800 463-3581, (http://www.festivalinnstr...). indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna. dining room and licenced lounge. internet by request. a short drive down the road to the central part of town. 182 rooms and suites. $95-$179.
Albert St. Inn
23 albert street, +1 519 272-2581 or 1 866 572-2581, (http://www.albertstinn.com). centrally located. $89-$250.
Mercer Hall Inn
108 ontario street, +1 519 271-1888 or 1 888 816-4011, (http://www.mercerhallinn.com). centrally located. 14 rooms, individually decorated with the works of local artists. whirlpool tub and electric fireplace in some rooms. internet. $130-$195.
The Queen's Inn
161 ontario street, +1 519 271-1400 or 1 800 461-6450, (http://www.queensinnstrat...). centrally located, and within walking distance of the four festival theatres. restaurant and boar's head pub on-site. internet. $99-$240
Cottage on the Thames
279 thomas street, st. marys 15 minutes from stratford, +1 519 998-1337, (http://www.cottageontheth...). backs onto the scenic thames river. two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen, three-piece bathroom with jetted tub, breakfast nook, well-appointed living room with sofa bed. $110.
There are variety of accommodation options for visitors to Stratford, including a large number of B&Bs. This is a small sampling of what's available, the Stratford Tourism Alliance website (http://www.welcometostrat...) has a more complete list. Prices quoted below are for high season, which runs from approximately mid-April to mid-November.
Rundles Morris House
7 cobourg st, +1 519 271-6442, (http://www.rundlesrestaur...). available for rent, may-oct with a living room offering sweeping views of lake victoria and parklands, two bedrooms with queen size beds and bathrooms en suite, both with down comforters and pillows. the house does not have an elevator. seasonal, healthy breakfasts are included, prepared each morning by your own private chef. dinner may be served in the house during restaurant hours, and should you wish to use the house for small meetings or parties, they will be glad to cater these for you. tariff is $595.00 per day, plus 13% h.s.t.
Stratford Fairgrounds Trailer Park and Campgrounds
20 glastonbury drive, +1 519 271-5130, (http://www.stratfordfairg...). season: april 1 - october 31. full and partial hook-ups. washroom and shower facilities. $16-20.