The Imperial Theatre in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada, is in the western part of town, and provides live theater and stand-up comedy shows throughout the year. Sarnia's visitors can find hotel accommodations at the northern end of town near Lake Huron, less than 10 minutes from the theater. The Imperial Theatre is also home to the R.W. Lawton Gallery, which exhibits art by local artists on weekdays and the evenings of performances.
The Chipican Motel is in northern Sarnia, approximately five minutes from the Imperial Theatre. Guests are greeted by a large totem pole-style structure, which serves as the sign of the Chipican Motel. Each guest room at this two-level accommodation has a microwave, refrigerator and outdoor entrance, which offers guests staying on the ground level instant access to their car. The motel also provides parking spaces for RVs and trailers in the back lot.
An outdoor gazebo is on the Chipican Motel's premises, and guests can use the gazebo's barbecue grill for picnicking events.
The motel is across the street from Canatara Park, a 200-acre, lakefront recreation area that features bicycling paths, picnicking areas and a children's farm that allows close encounters with farm animals. Avid golfers are within walking distance of the 18-hole course at the Sarnia Golf Club.
Off-site dining is available next door to the motel at the Chipican Restaurant, which serves steak entrees for lunch and dinner.
Situated in northeastern Sarnia, the Holiday Inn is in the city's Point Edward Village, less than five minutes from the Imperial Theatre. Guest rooms boast scenic views of the nearby Sarnia Bay Marina and St. Clair River.
Amenities include mini fridges and some rooms contain microwaves and sleeper sofas. Pets may stay for an additional fee. Other hotel features are an indoor pool with swimming lanes, outdoor pool, fitness center and casual dining at the Freightor's Lounge for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The outdoor swimming pool is only open during the summer.
The Holiday Inn also has a nine-hole golf course suited for children and novice golf players. Business travelers can take advantage of the on-site conference centre, which has 12,000 square feet of space. One of the centre's banquet halls accommodates up to 700 people for ceremonies and receptions.
The Sarnia Bay Marina is 10-minute walk from the hotel, and features boating slips and fishing piers. The marina also provides a dining option at the Selina Restaurant and access to beaches on Sarnia Bay.
The boutique Quality Inn Hotel is less than 10 minutes from the Imperial Theatre. The exterior of the hotel has the appearance of a large country manor, while the lobby and guest rooms have elegant furniture and artwork.
Hotel amenities include a fitness center and Monet's at the Bar, an on-site restaurant with menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This restaurant offers a casual atmosphere and cocktail drinks and imported beers at its full-service bar. Each guest room offers a complimentary bathrobe, and the one-bedroom suites have two-person whirlpool tubs and living room areas with fireplaces.
This hotel is just off Highway 402, with Lambton Mall only 10 minutes away. This shopping center is in the heart of downtown Sarnia and provides shopping at department stores such as Sears, Canadian Tire and Toys 'R Us. Off-site dining is available within five minutes of the hotel at the intersection of Exmouth Street and Capel Street.
