We are 15 years clients every Jul,y this year I had called the owner the day before to make sure the air was working as we knew the weather was going to be really hot.When we got there on the Thursday around 3.00, we noticed how hot it was in the entrance,booked in and asked if the air was on, he said yes, when we entered the room you can't imagine how hot it was , we turned it on and guess what hot air was coming in, that did it for me, I tried to talk to him but he was busy with the air conditioning guy on the roof, we decided to leave as I could not breath and did not want to take a chance staying. He put the charge on my card the day we left and charged us for 3 nights ( 471.00) He refuses to refund,even though he rented the room to someone else. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS HOTEL.

we were 4 family stayed at motel for 2 nights.
the service was excellent, staff very friendly and supportive.
decent rooms.. competitive rates...
nice backyard to spend evening with family and friends.

this was our second trip to Collingwood and we stayed in same motel.. and we will for sure give first preference to this motel up on our next visit to collingwood

I foolishly booked a business trip here, sight unseen, last fall based on all of the glowing reviews, and the Mariner's proximity to the local hospital. The Mariner's website spoke of "European charm" and warm hospitality. I can honestly say it is one of the worst dumps I have ever stayed in, and that's saying something!

When I checked in around 9:00 pm, there were no staff members to be found. Someone finally appeared about 10 minutes later. My gut reaction was to cancel the reservation, but it was late, and I thought, "How bad can it be?" When I reached my room, I was sorry that I hadn't followed my initial instincts. Far from charming, the decor of the tiny room was tired and dated, with generous amounts of packing tape holding both the air conditioner, and some of the panelling, in place. The room was hardly oozing "European elegance", as stated on their website! Trust me, the Mariner is nostalgic only if you have a thing for prison movies. The bedspread appeared to be the original from opening day back in the 50's, and the linens were thread bare, at best. The place was dark, cold, and creepy. All it needed was Jack Nicholson, an axe, and a little, "Heeeere's Johnny!"

Early next morning, I found the restaurant section deserted, with nothing but a large sink full of dirty dishes to greet me. There was no sign of any free Continental breakfast, or any other guests for that matter. I understand that the management has changed recently, and the poor quality of the hotel reflects that. If you are looking for bargain basement accommodations, this is your place. If not, take some good advice, and stay somewhere else. The glory days of this disaster are long gone!

So they changed the owners, and price is a little more than it was 2 years ago. But I wont complain, I'll just blame it on inflation. Rooms are still cheaper than the Holiday Inn and Days Inn by like $40 a night.

Still doesnt take away the fact that this hotel is centrally located. Close to Blue Mountain, Scandinavian Spa, the restaurants and cinema. Wife tells me we should go to Holiday Inn next time, but being thrifty, I like this place. lol.

Breakfast is ok, but not great.