Holiday Inn Guelph Hotel & Conference Centre

Location
The Holiday Inn is conveniently located near the University of Guelph and offers easy access to Hwy 401. Between meetings, guests can explore the city’s major attractions, such as the Arboretum at the University of Guelph. The Arboretum features 10 km of trails winding through 165 hectares of plants, wetlands and forest. While on campus, guests can stop by the Macdonald Stewart Art Centre to see the seven galleries and outstanding collection of Inuit drawings. Travelers can tour the Guelph Civic Centre, catch a Guelph Storm hockey game at the Sleeman Centre or enjoy a broad range of performances at the River Run Centre in one of two theatres. The Stone Road Mall, within walking distance of the hotel, is the largest enclosed shopping centre in the area and offers 140 stores and a new food court. Downtown Guelph offers unique shops and historic buildings such as McCrae House. The hotel’s front desk staff can help with directions and suggestions.

Accommodations
Guests can be alert and well-rested for the events thanks to the Holiday Inn’s 137 well-appointed rooms and suites. 120 rooms are non-smoking Standard rooms feature a 25-inch TV with pay-per-view movies, a work desk with an ergonomic chair, phone with voicemail and free local calls and free high-speed Internet access. The spacious bathroom has a heated floor and the bed has upgraded, triple-sheeted linens. Premium rooms also receive a free breakfast. Executive level rooms are located on a separate quiet floor and feature upgraded amenities that include a 32-inch LCD TV, a microwave, a mini fridge, a work area with free high-speed Internet access and a king bed with a pillowtop mattress. Daily buffet breakfast is included. Suites feature a private bedroom and sitting area separated by French doors. There are two 25-inch TVs, a sleeper sofa, microwave and refrigerator. The bathroom features a walk-in shower, heated floor and some suites have a Jacuzzi. Daily buffet breakfast is included.

Dining & Entertainment
Guests can enjoy delicious meals at the full-service restaurant in the Holiday Inn. The airy, naturally lit Gazebo’s Restaurant features a casual environment with warm furnishings. Guests can take advantage of the breakfast buffet which features a wide selection of items and fresh coffee and still get to meetings on time. The diverse menu has a variety of dishes for lunch and dinner to suit everyone’s tastes. Gazebo’s Sunday Brunch is a popular meal among guests and locals. Room service is available from 7 am until 10:30 pm to accommodate late meetings. At Holiday Inn, kids under 12 eat free when dining with a parent. After a full day of meetings Gazebo’s Lounge is the place for guests to enjoy a light meal and a drink in the relaxing atmosphere. This is a perfect place to meet with friends and other meeting attendees as well as to see the latest sporting events on the big screen TV. The hotel staff can offer directions and suggestions on alternative dining and entertainment options.

Recreation
Guests find a variety of recreational opportunities at the Holiday Inn Guelph Hotel. The Fitness Centre opens early and closes late (5:30 am to 10 pm) so that guests can workout on their schedule. Equipment includes treadmills, stationary bikes, weight machines, Stairmasters, and simulated cross-country ski gliders in an air-conditioned room with a 20-inch TV. The Holiday Inn is the only full-service hotel in Guelph with a pool, and the indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna offer more options for relaxing. The hotel is also convenient to local walking and running trails; trail maps are available at the Front Desk. The hotel has an outdoor street hockey area, while younger guests enjoy the playground and play area. For more active pursuits, there’s river paddling on the Eramosa River or golf at one of the area’s scenic courses. The Victoria & York Adventure Centre offers a skate park, an indoor climbing gym and a paintball arena for activities that are suitable for all ages and groups.

Conventions & Shows
The Holiday Inn Guelph Hotel and Convention Centre is the place to meet in Guelph. With over 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible space and 12 meeting rooms, the hotel can accommodate groups as large as 340. For boardroom meetings, the Library and Wyndham rooms can seat 8 – 10 guests. Larger events like banquets and trade shows are suited to the Oakwood Ballroom. The ballroom can also accommodate up to 30 8’ x 10’ exhibit booths. There are unique meeting spaces, such as the two-level Trillium Room with a fireplace and an outdoor patio with natural shade and comfortable furnishings. A/V equipment available for rental includes a lectern, a microphone, overhead, LCD and 35mm slide projectors, DVD and VCR players, whiteboard,there is high-speed Internet access. The Catering Department offers a variety of customizable menus for plated meals, buffets, receptions and coffee breaks. The hotel’s staff of three Sales and Meetings planners will work with event planners to be sure every detail is perfect.