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My Friends Inn Manitoulin

151 Queen Street | Po Box 112, Manitowaning, Ontario POP 1NO, Canada (Formerly Hembruff's Motel)
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Oakville, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

This old 1960s-style drive-up motel has been cleverly renovated into a comfortable, stylish and welcoming hotel. The beds, sheets, and pillows are top quality. The bathrooms are fully renovated. Room furniture is elegant, ample, and makes you feel like you are at home. Each room has a Tassimo coffee maker with an unlimited supply of coffee, plus a fridge and... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Wow....what a wonderful stay! My Dad and I came up from the Toronto area to visit family in Little Current. We've stayed a number of places in the area, and this is by far the best. We didn't need a cottage or cabin rental, or wilderness escape; we needed a clean, quiet, and comfortable place to stay after an 8hr... More

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Wales
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

After being in Algolquin Prov. park ( so quiet and peaceful) then a few days in North Bay and Sudbury ( a bit manic) to stay in Manatawaning was bliss, and to stay with Bob and Maureen in My Friends Inn took it to another level. The welcome is genuine and sincere ( and not forgetting Dawn their trusty neighbour)... More

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Gore Bay, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

Three girlfriends and I booked a room at My Friends Inn so that we could partake in the local ladies' bonspiel. Our host was Dawn (as the owners were out of town) who couldn't have been more accommodating. Not only did Dawn make sure our room was perfect (which it was!) but she even drove us to the curling rink... More

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Espanola, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2012

When you drive up to a hotel/motel there is usually an immediate impression. When you drive up to My Friends Inn in Manitowaning you know without a doubt that this is a truly 'caring' establishment. You can feel it. Owner/Manager/Operators Maureen and Bob Friends were successful professionals in other fields in Southern Ontario when they fell under the spell of... More

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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2012

I came to Manitoulin Island with four other volunteers from the University of Ottawa for four days to do outreach in the area. It was our first time visiting Manitoulin Island and My Friends Inn, and we didn't know what to expect. Based on other reviews of the Inn, I did have good expectations of the Inn, but all of... More

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Ada, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

We stayed her because of all the other TripAdvisor reviews and they were spot on. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Maureen waited up for us as we came in on the last ferry and she was very sweet as was her husband when I called to make the reservation. Her darling cat led the way when we arrived.... More

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Toronto
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6 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

The motel is centrally located on the island, an approximately 20 minute drive from the ferry. There are only seven units in this clean family-run motel so I suggest making reservations well in advance. Our unit was spacious and well appointed. The motel owners were very helpful and took the time to suggest areas of interest and the various aspects... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

I booked this motel through internet. The owner-operator Maureen & her huband are very friendly , helpfull & knowledgeable people. They helped us to relax in welcoming manner & guided us to enjoy Manitulin island. We forgot some of our stuff in room while leaving & they came driving 20km to fairy terminal to give that back to us! I... More

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Livonia, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

This is an older motel that has been thoroughly rebuilt and modernized from the inside out, complete with fridge, microwave, TV, and a Tassimo coffee maker. Clean and comfortable, the owners, whose last name is also Friends, are very accommodating. All in all a very pleasant place to spend one or more nights.

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Address: 151 Queen Street | Po Box 112, Manitowaning, Ontario POP 1NO, Canada (Formerly Hembruff's Motel)
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Region: Canada > Ontario > Manitoulin Island > Manitowaning
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Manitowaning
Price range (per night): RM253
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Newly renovated 7 room motel in quaint village of Manitowaning. All rooms are $85 per night. We have rooms with two double beds, rooms with one queen size bed or one room with a king size bed. ... more   less 

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