Amherstburg is a War of 1812 community situated on the banks of the Detroit River in Ontario, Canada. While the town provides numerous day trip options, including exploring the downtown heritage district and King's Navy Yard Park, or visiting some of the wineries on the Wine Route of Southwestern Ontario, there are few hotels. Quality yet affordable hotels are located a little over 10 miles away from Amherstburg.
The Comfort Inn has several Ontario locations, including one in Windsor about 12 miles from Amherstburg. Amenities include free "Comfort Sunshine" breakfast, free wireless Internet access, free local calls and free weekday newspaper. Extended-stay amenities include refrigerators and microwaves. Explore nearby attractions such as Comerica Park and University of Windsor or some of the numerous summer festivals, including Carousel of Nations Multicultural Festival, the Windsor Elvis Fest, Bluesfest International and the International Freedom Festival.
The Travelodge Ambassador Bridge in Windsor is about 10 miles away from Amherstburg. Guest rooms feature cable television with in-room movies, free Internet access, mini refrigerator and air-conditioning. Amenities include a heated indoor tub, children's pool, spa and meeting room. Two eateries are adjacent to the hotel, Zeez's Cat Box sports bar and Francesco's Pizza and Ribs restaurant. Area attractions include the Devonshire Mall.
The Holiday Inn and Suites has a location in Windsor about 12 miles from Amherstburg. Rooms feature cable television, coffee makers, iron and ironing boards. Amenities include an on-premise cocktail lounge and restaurant, whirlpool and salt water indoor pool. Area entertainment includes the Theater Windsor, Windsor Symphony, the Park House Museum, a 1790s example of Pièce sur Pièce log construction, Point Pelee National Park, Hillman Marsh Conservation Area and Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary.
The Econo Lodge's Windsor location is situated about 11 miles from Amherstburg and is only minutes away from the University of Windsor. Amenities include free coffee, free weekday newspaper and access to copy and fax services. Area attractions include the XS Family Fun Center, which features laser tag, go karts, batting cages and an arcade, Casino Windsor, Lake Saint Clair and a variety of performing arts in Windsor's downtown, including theater and opera.
