The Best Hotels on Prince Edward Island, Canada

A local landmark since 1895, the Dalvay is a testament to Edwardian workmanship. Honey-colored herringbone pine fills every room from floor to ceiling, while a magnificent maple staircase and balcony surround the lobby. The 25 rooms have views of Lake Dalvay or the expansive grounds. The wood-paneled three-bedroom cottages have lofts, some with four-poster beds, cozy cast-iron stoves and views of Dalvay Bay on the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.

If you’re a fan of lace, gingham and leaded glass, you’ll love Eden Hall. Each of the 10 rooms in this 1897 Queen Anne manse with turrets and a colonnaded porch has a unique layout, many with views of Charlottetown Harbour. Furnishings are cushy reproductions for the most part, with added amenities such as mini-fridges and chandeliers. Close to the restaurants and shops of Victoria Row, but far enough for a quiet night’s rest, Eden Hall is one of the most romantic bed and breakfasts in the city.

Four historic homes with a total of 32 suites make up the Fairholm collection. The two-story red-brick 1838 building has wide halls and high ceilings with massive oak beams. The suites vary widely in size and configuration, but all are modern where it matters. Some have new walk-in rainfall showers or stainless-steel kitchen appliances. Take advantage of a superior breakfast menu. Sir Paul McCartney enjoyed the vegetarian options when he stayed here.

It would be hard to find a prettier bed and breakfast. Flowers are everywhere: on the dining tables, on the rose-patterned wallpaper and growing in the beautiful back garden. There are four rooms in this Victorian charmer, as well as a loft with a kitchen and a private balcony. Baskets of fresh fruit and baked goods are free for the taking all day. Hop on a bicycle, and pedal to downtown or the boardwalk in minutes.

There’s plenty of room to play at Rodd Crowbush, even if you don’t know a sand trap from a sand dune. Located in Crowbush Cove Provincial Park, the clubhouse at the Links golf course reputedly has the best seafood chowder on the island. The resort has 49 rooms and suites and 32 two-story cottages with kitchens and screened porches. Don’t miss the bonfire on the beach every evening. It’s a 10-minute walk – unless you ask the bellman for a lift in a golf cart.

Many things set the Great George apart from other historic hotels in Charlottetown. Beyond exceptional value, the selection is enormous. 54 suites and rooms are contained in 17 historic buildings clustered around the trendy shops and restaurants of downtown. There are rooms to suit every taste and budget. Romantic Hideaway rooms have fireplaces and double Jacuzzis; suites add a kitchen and dining room. Walls in pastel hues, velvet curtains and leather furnishings are found throughout, with added touches such as balconies, skylights and columns in some of these unique lodgings.

Escape winter snows and summer downpours when you stay at the Holman. Underground walkways lead to both the popular Confederation Court Mall and the Confederation Centre of the Arts. This hotel has some of the best views of Charlottetown and maximizes them with floor-to-ceiling windows and wraparound terraces on the upper floors. When the weather clears, walk the dog around downtown. The Holman is pet-friendly too.

Take your pick of the twin offerings at Dundee Arms. The original 1903 Queen Anne-style building offers bedrooms furnished with carved four-poster beds and yards of chintz, while the Annex has contemporary decor. A deck connects the two. Both offer spotless accommodations and modern baths with organic toiletries and fluffy robes. Guests rave about the meals from chef Patrick Young, which can be served on the leafy, shaded patio.

The Hotel on Pownal welcomes guests with a refreshing contemporary look. Breakfast and cookies in the afternoon are included in the rate at this comfortable site close to downtown bars and restaurants. Music lovers will find bands playing at almost every pub, and the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market and the Anne of Green Gables souvenir shop are a 5-minute walk away.

As clean and sparkling as the Gulf of Saint Lawrence waters, this waterfront hotel appeals to both vacationers and business visitors. Rooms feature contemporary decor with a beach palette. Double your fun in a one-bedroom suite with a water view from the Jacuzzi. Suites with kitchenettes are available, and the Water’s Edge restaurant is open in the summer for dining near the waves.