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Donald Gordon Conference Centre

4.4(399)
Hotel

About

Located steps from Queen's University and Kingston's waterfront, the Donald Gordon Conference Centre blends boutique hotel charm with full-service event amenities. It offers 15 versatile meeting rooms alongside 80 quiet, modern guestrooms, ideal for business travelers and small conferences.

The venue features a serene courtyard and historic Roselawn House, providing distinctive indoor and outdoor event spaces. Onsite dining is handled by an award-winning culinary team, ensuring seamless hospitality for meetings and receptions in a peaceful, residential setting.

Best for

  • Corporate conferences & executive offsites
  • Multi-night group stays near Queen’s University
  • Business breakfasts & networking breakfasts

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Set in Queen’s University historic campus near waterfront
Location
Set in Queen’s University historic campus near waterfront
The hotel and conference centre is located steps from Kingston’s scenic waterfront and downtown attractions, providing a peaceful setting just minutes from the city’s business and cultural hubs.
15 versatile conference rooms and meeting spaces
Event Spaces
15 versatile conference rooms and meeting spaces
Offers a range of indoor venues including bright reception areas, a secluded courtyard, and historic Roselawn House for business events, weddings, and special occasions, all supported by professional hospitality services.
Award-winning culinary team with diverse dining options
Culinary Experience
Award-winning culinary team with diverse dining options
From garden BBQs in the courtyard to elegant gourmet fare in the historic Roselawn House, the onsite executive chef and culinary team deliver memorable food experiences tailored to business events.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 399 reviews