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134 PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND ACCOMMODATION / Prince Edward Island The Great George Hotel Charlottetown The Great George Hotel is Charlottetown's 4.5-star award-winning, historic boutique hotel. A unique collection of 17 lovingly restored heritage buildings, with 50 stylishly appointed guestrooms, all richly renovated with their own character and story. The perfect combination of modern luxury and historic elegance. Designed around the senses, The Great George is a place where guests come to experience a friendly, relaxed and refined atmosphere delivered through genuine Prince Edward Island hospitality. You'll discover modern amenities and conveniences seamlessly integrated with the accents and charm of the classically elegant surroundings. Through the doors, you'll step out to one of the most historic streetscapes in Canada. Located in the heart of historic downtown, join in the free historic walking tour. Kevin and Kathy Murphy are hoteliers, restaurateurs and heritage tourism developers. This boutique hotel is the combination of the Murphy family's dedication and vision to restore historic downtown Charlottetown to the original grandeur of the days of Confederation. From $279 The Hotel on Pownal The Rodd Charlottetown The Hotel on Pownal offers a fresh take on what it means to be a 3.5-star property with modern décor and personalized guest service in a stylish and relaxed atmosphere. The perfect location, this newly renovated downtown hotel is just steps from local shops, restaurants, the historic waterfront and the Confederation Centre of the Arts. The hotel is also pleased to offer the following services included in all of the room rates: free parking, Wi-Fi, deluxe continental breakfast and coffee, tea and treats in the lobby. From $169 Boutique Superior From the moment you step into the grand lobby of this 4.5-star hotel, with its marble floors and barrel-vaulted ceilings, you will be surrounded by the historic elegance that puts the Rodd Charlottetown hotel in a class apart from all other island hotels. Built in 1931, the Rodd Charlottetown features the luxury characteristics and details synonymous with Canadian National Railway hotels. Guests enjoy the perfect blend of old-world charm combined with convenient modern amenities, including an indoor pool, fitness room, sauna and whirlpool. You can easily explore all the culinary, cultural and coastal experiences downtown Charlottetown has to offer on foot, starting with the Confederation Centre of the Arts. From $169 Moderate Rodd Brudenell River Resort With its 4-star facilities, tranquil setting within Brudenell River Provincial Park and wide variety of activities offered on-site, Rodd Brudenell River Resort offers an unparalleled resort destination in eastern Prince Edward Island – only 30 minutes from Charlottetown and ten minutes from the nearest town where you’ll find pharmacies, grocery stores, restaurants, retail stores and more. Only 35 minutes from Wood Islands, Rodd Brudenell River is an easy transfer when arriving from Nova Scotia by ferry. The main hotel features 67 deluxe guestrooms, 18 junior suites and 14 larger hospitality-type suites. Each guestroom is beautifully decorated with much attention to detail. From the balcony of most hotel rooms, guests have a view of the tranquil Brudenell River or the picturesque Brudenell River Golf Course. Each junior suite features additional living space with a mini fridge, wet bar and microwave. Some of the on-site activities include indoor/outdoor pools, saunas, whirlpool, marina, bike trails/rentals, sea kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, horseback-riding, lawn bowling and tennis. Of course there is also a putting green, driving range and pro shop to complement the two championship golf courses located on-site. The resort offers free parking for both cars and motor coaches as well as complimentary Wi-Fi in all guestrooms and public spaces in the resort. From $139 ANDERSON VACATIONS Superior From prices for accommodation are ‘per room’ and sightseeing are ‘per person’. Prices do not include applicable taxes.