Rodd Charlottetown is a historic downtown hotel at 75 Kent Street, built by Canadian National Railways in the days when rail brought visitors to the island. Tourism PEI describes its old-world charm and notes that some suites have a fireplace and whirlpool. The amenity list includes an indoor pool, a fitness room and sauna, a rooftop patio, a business centre, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and Chambers Restaurant and Bar. Air conditioning and a suite floor are listed, pets are permitted and the hotel is partially accessible. It is within walking distance of boutiques, theatre and nightlife, and it combines a classic, grand-hotel feel with the pool and facilities that families and longer-stay guests often want.
Location and getting around
Kent Street is on the edge of the downtown core, so the Confederation Centre of the Arts, Province House, Great George Street and the waterfront are all within walking distance, and the walking tour ends nearby at Beaconsfield Historic House beside Victoria Park. For Cavendish, the lighthouses and the national park you will need a car or a tour. Check parking details with the hotel when you book, since the hotel's pages do not state them.
The rooms and the feel
The building has the proportions and detail of an earlier era, and the hotel markets old-world charm. Some suites have a fireplace and whirlpool, which makes them a good choice for a special occasion, and the suite floor suggests a quieter, more upscale option within the building. The indoor pool, sauna and fitness room are good for families and for winter trips, and the rooftop patio is a summer extra. Chambers Restaurant and Bar means you have a dining option on site.
Who it suits and what to know: it is a good match for guests who want a historic setting with modern facilities, and for families who need a pool. Ask for the room type that matches your priorities, whether that is a suite with a whirlpool or a standard room at a lower rate, and check what is open in the off season. Tourism PEI says dates may vary, so confirm that the hotel and its facilities are operating for your dates, especially the rooftop patio.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic railway hotel
- ✓Indoor pool and sauna
- ✓Fitness room
- ✓Rooftop patio
- ✓Chambers Restaurant and Bar
- ✓Free high-speed Wi-Fi
- ✓Suite floor
- ✓Pets permitted
Good questions
Where is Rodd Charlottetown?+
It is at 75 Kent Street in downtown Charlottetown, within walking distance of the Confederation Centre of the Arts, Province House and the waterfront.
Does it have a pool?+
Yes. Tourism PEI lists an indoor pool, a fitness room and a sauna, plus a rooftop patio. Confirm the current opening hours when you book.
Is there a restaurant?+
Chambers Restaurant and Bar is the on-site restaurant. Check what is open on your dates, since hours can vary by season.
