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McGrail Guesthouse – reviews, photos

5558 McGrail Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 3R1, Canada
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McGrail Guesthouse
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
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Lanarkshire, Scotland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“New Friends”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2007
1
person found this review helpful

My fiance found this guesthouse completely by accident on the net and we thought we would give it a try.
What a fantstic time we had !!!!!!
The accomodation is first class and the hospitality shown by Gary and Michel outstanding.
We had such a great time there , we are planning our wedding in Niagara for next September and bringing our friends over from Scotland to stay at the McGrail. Needless to say our new friends Gary and Michel will be guests of honour at the wedding ( Michel might even wear a kilt).
Would recommend The McGrail to anyone looking for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you are made to feel one of the family. Ideal for all the attaractions that Niagara has to offer and your hosts will be happy to recommend places to eat (ensuring you are not ripped off) and what to see and do in the area.

  • Liked — CLEAN, COMFORTABLE AND FRIENDLY
  • Disliked — NOTHING !!!!!!!!!
  • Stayed May 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Illinois
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Canceled Reservation”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2007
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I made a reservation through www.canvisit.com. After reading all of these reviews, I was bragging to my friends about the great little B&B I'd be staying in during my trip! 5 days later, I get an email from the owners about a 'glitch' in the computer system -- they canceled my reservation because they are out of town during my stay!

Stayed November 2007, travelled as a couple
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McGrailB&B, owner at McGrail Guesthouse, responded to this review
20 November 2007
It was most unfortunate there "was a glitch" in our reservation system. The reservation for January 2-4-08 was made on November 9th 07. On November 13th we noticed OUR error, advising the guest first with a personal email apologizing for this error. Following this email a computerize cancelation was also sent. We also made recommondation to another reservation site. It would have been very embarassing if the guest had arrived without anyone here to greet them. Innkeepers do need a vacation as well. Once again, my apologies for any inconvenience the guest has occurred.
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ontario
1 review
“Great Logdings”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2007

George says its the most relaxing place i have ever been. The food, music, atmosphere are the best. Many returned visits and enjoy every themed room. You must make it your place to stay in Niagara Falls. George

Stayed September 2007
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Toronto
2 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Rates very high in all critiria for a B&B”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2007
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people found this review helpful

The McGrail Guesthouse rates high in all our criteria for judging a B&B establishment:
•Location: Surprisingly quite neighborhood right at the top of the street with a variety of restaurants all those wax museums and movie theaters, seven minutes to the Bridal Veil Falls (If one walks slowly). Actually one does not need a car when staying with this B&B; you can get to Niagara by Gray Hound bus from Toronto and walk to the guest house.
•Cleanliness and look: The owners, Gary and Michel both love their home: they renovated it themselves, did a very professional job and they keep it very clean and beautifully decorated (Michel collects Teddy Bears and Gary collect coffee makers)
•The B&B: Bed is very comfortable and Breakfast is hearty and tasty. (There was also tea, coffee and cakes when we arrived and handmade chocolate next to our bed)
•Meeting interesting people: there are at least three rooms at The McGrail Guesthouse, good chance to meat more guests, and of course there are the owners who are so very friendly.
Thank you Gary for recommending the Angel inn pub in Niagara on the Lake and thank you Gary for recommending the side trip to Port Dalhousie
•Other's opinions: Well, right now they are on the 3rd place at the Trip Adviser list and the reviews are all very positive
•Last but not least: Cost… Very reasonably priced, especially if you compare the cost to other establishments in Niagara on the Falls
For even more detailed impression, why don't you look at the pictures we posted here…

  • Stayed September 2007, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Holland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The only place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2007
1
person found this review helpful

There is no other place to stay when you visit Niagara other than the McGrail Guesthouse. This B&B is truly a treasure. Michel and Gary are wonderful hosts and the breakfasts are first class. This place is a home away from home. We´ll be back.

Stayed August 2007
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