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Thorold, Ontario: a quiet base near Niagara Falls

Thorold is a small city in the middle of the Niagara Region, known for the Welland Canal and for being close to everything. You get a quieter stay than in the tourist district, with the falls a short drive away.

What Thorold is known for

  • The Welland Canal and Lock 7 Viewing Centre, where huge lake freighters pass through (about 10 minutes from the suite)
  • Brock University, about 15 minutes away
  • Easy highway access via the QEW and Highway 406
  • Quieter streets and better value than the tourist district

Close by from our suite

  • Clifton Hill and Skylon Tower: about 14 minutes and 15 minutes
  • Pen Centre and Outlet Collection at Niagara for shopping and groceries (about 14 minutes)
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries: about 30 minutes
  • Henry of Pelham and the Short Hills Bench wineries: about 20 minutes

Why guests choose Thorold

Free parking, quiet streets and a private suite with a full kitchen make Thorold a practical base for families, couples and business travellers who want the Niagara experience without the tourist-strip prices and noise.

Frequently asked questions

Is Thorold close to Niagara Falls?

Yes. The Horseshoe Falls are about 19 minutes by car, and Clifton Hill about 14 minutes.

What is there to do in Thorold?

Watch ships pass through the Welland Canal at Lock 7, shop and eat at nearby centres, and use it as a base for the falls and wine country.

Is Thorold a good base for Niagara-on-the-Lake?

Yes. Niagara-on-the-Lake wine country is about 30 minutes away.

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