Plan Your Visit to Burlington
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Where to Stay
Come for the Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail and stay for the cuisine, culture and nature.
With accommodation options for every budget and a wide range of amenities sprinkled throughout the city, Burlington is an ideal destination for a vacation (or staycation!).
Take your pick from our selection of 19 hotels, offering various prices and features to suit all preferences. Whether you prefer cozy boutique spots, serene waterfront spas, or efficiency suites, there's something to suit every budget.
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Downtown Dining & Retail
Burlington boasts an exceptional dining and entertainment scene that caters to every taste! Within the charming streets of downtown Burlington, you'll find an array of culinary delights.
Whether you're craving the casual ambiance of sports bars and pizzerias, the elegance of fine dining, or the flavours of diverse ethnic cuisines, Burlington has it all. Best of all, these dining treasures are conveniently located within walking distance of the incredible shops that line the streets of downtown Burlington.
Check out Burlington’s downtown restaurant directory.
Getting Here
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Burlington is in the centre of it all – literally. It’s easily accessible from within the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area, Niagara Region, Kitchener/Waterloo and the U.S. border which makes for a convenient day trip or extended-stay location in the region.
By Rail
Regional GO Transit trains travel from downtown Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara Falls and beyond. They stop at three stations: Aldershot in West Burlington, Appleby in the East, and Burlington station closest to downtown and the Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail. GO Bus connections from all three stations connect to dozens of locations in the region.
Note: Burlington Transit bus connections at Appleby and Burlington GO stations link to downtown, hotels, attractions and destinations within the city easily. A bonus: travelling on Burlington Transit is free if connecting to/from GO Transit buses or trains using a Presto, debit or credit card for fare payment.
National VIA Rail trains heading West leave stop at the Aldershot GO station.
By Bus
Leave the car at home or at your hotel and travel within the city on Burlington Transit with bus routes that run south of Dundas Road. Buses connect conveniently to neighbouring cities Hamilton and Oakville.
By Air
There are four international airports within 45-60 minutes including Hamilton, Kitchener/Waterloo, Buffalo andToronto Pearson.
From Pearson, take the UP Express train to downtown Toronto’s Union Station and transfer to regional GO Transit trains direct to three Burlington stops.
By Car
Accessible by three highways, Burlington is a drivable from across the region. Once downtown, there are ample parking options, including Green P Public lots and street parking detailed in the Parking Information and the Downtown Municipal Parking Map. Note: the Waterfront Parking Garage – located across the street from Spencer Smith Park and the Sculpture Trail – is free weekdays after 6 pm and all day Saturdays and Sundays.
By Bike
Burlington is located on the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail where the Waterfront Sculpture Trail is showcased which makes it ideal for cyclists. GO Transit trains and buses accommodate bikes as do Burlington Transit buses. Once here, explore downtown and other neighbourhoods on two wheels.

Burlington Hotel Offers
Burlington, Ontario is home to some of the the region’s top hotels. Spend a night or two and take a break to explore the Burlington Waterfront Sculpture Trail and Downtown Burlington. Many of our hotel partners have discount codes and special rates for our visitors. Book your stay today!
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Hilton Garden Inn
985 Syscon Road
Burlington, ON L7L 5L1
P: 905-631-7000$149/night +taxes
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Homewood Suites by Hilton
975 Syscon Road
Burlington, ON L7L 5S3
P: 905-631-8300$175/night +taxes
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Quality Hotel Burlington
950 Walkers Line
Burlington, ON L7N 2G2
P: 905-639-9290$134/night +taxes
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Courtyard by Marriott Burlington
1110 Burloak Drive
Burlington, ON L7L 6P8
P: 289-337-2700$194/night +taxes
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Waterfront Hotel Downtown Burlington
2020 Lakeshore Road
Burlington, ON L7R 4G8
P: 905-681-540015% discount off our best available rate for BWST visitors.
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The Pearle Hotel and Spa
3 Elizabeth Street
Burlington, ON L7R 0A4
P: 905-340-059115% off Sunday - Thursday
10% off Friday & SaturdayUse booking code ER5

