The Rich Uncle Tavern
This charming tavern, which overflows with vintage touches, features a live-fire menu and 16 craft and import beers on tap.
The Walper Hotel
20 Queen Street South
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 1V6
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Local Dining
Grand Surf Lounge
Escape to this vibrant tiki bar to enjoy inspired cocktails and creative snacks like sweet-and-sour short ribs or an octopus salad.
Grand Trunk Saloon
Feast on a cast iron burger, chicken and waffles, or other Southern favorites at a saloon that pours Ontario craft beers alongside colourful cocktails.
Graffiti Market
Craving pizza? Get a Detroit-style pie at this arty pizza joint, which also sells “munchie boxes” filled with apps like arancini balls and poutine.
AOK
Play 20 retro games or pinball machines while sipping craft beer on tap at this bar-arcade, located close to our hotel.
Public Kitchen
Enjoy a wide variety of tasty tapas while enjoying cocktails or craft beer at this retro-elegant kitchen and bar.
Culture + Art
THEMUSEUM
Interactive exhibits and family events engage visitors of all ages at this experiential museum, where exhibits tackle subjects like dinosaurs, the stars, the senses and UNZIPPED: The Rolling Stones exhibit coming Winter 2021.
Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery (KWAG)
This contemporary art gallery exhibits artworks from both Canadian and international artists and showcases selections from its 4,000-work permanent collection.
Downtown Kitchener Art Walk
Take a self-guided art walk through our neighborhood, where more than 50 works of public art are displayed outside—you’ll find a guide in our lobby.
Centre In The Square
This 2,047-seat venue is the biggest performing arts destination in Waterloo Region and frequently hosts the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony. Check out their upcoming schedule for the latest shows and performances.
Stratford Festival
Drive to nearby Stratford to see Shakespearean dramas and contemporary plays performed by North America’s biggest classical repertory theatre company.
CAFKA
Explore CAFKA, a Contemporary Art Biennial, to seek the extraordinary work of local artists, art professionals, students and friends throughout the region.
Family Destinations
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest
Billed as “Canada’s largest Bavarian festival,” Oktoberfest features brimming beer steins, multiple halls, and traditional entertainment.
Christkindl Market
This major German Christmas event features a marketplace of specialty vendors and artisans, with holiday items ranging from décor to baked goods to games.
Victoria Park
Visit Kitchener's oldest park for nearby family fun. It's the perfect spot for a leisurely walk, a picnic in the park with even more amenities such as a playground and a splash-pad.
Kitchener Blues Festival
One of Canada’s largest blues festivals takes over downtown Kitchener annually for a multi-day celebration with four different stages.
Day Trips
Chicopee
Skiing, snowboarding, tubing, rock climbing, and mountain biking are just a few of the activities at this popular resort, which has 11 ski runs.
Village of Stratford
Just a short drive from the hotel, visit the charming Village of Stratford to explore some of their delicious restaurants and quaint local shops.
St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market and Village
This year-round farmers’ market is the place to go for fresh local produce, baked goods, and antiques from more than 100 vendors.
Elora Gorge
Witness the natural beauty of the limestone cliffs of the Elora Gorge and explore nearby hiking trails or kayaking on the Grand River.
Universities
University of Waterloo
Whether you’re taking a college tour or simply want to stroll the main campus of the University of Waterloo near our hotel, you can easily visit Ontario’s public research university located on 404 hectares of land adjacent to "Uptown" Waterloo and Waterloo Park.
Wilfrid Laurier University
Wilfrid Laurier University’s main campus in Waterloo, Ontario is just a quick drive or ION light rail ride away from our hotel. WLU is surrounded by all the necessary university amenities, University of Waterloo, Waterloo Park and the shops and restaurants of Uptown.
Health + Wellness
Cocoon Spa’thecary
Located just down King Street, Cocoon Spa’thecary is the perfect spot for guests seeking ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation during their stay. The spa offers an array of holistic treatments, including soothing massages, revitalizing facials, and relaxing pedicures, all of which can be tailored to your specific needs.
The Attic Yoga
Just steps away from the hotel, The Attic Yoga offers a variety of classes including hot yoga, non-heated yoga, aerial hammock, barre pilates and a small boutique shop.