The Walper Hotel, part of JdV by Hyatt

Hotels
Joie De Vivre
8.8 (700 reviews)
20 Queen St S. , Kitchener , ca

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient Location
Clean Rooms
Cons:
Noise Issues
Bathroom Odor

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
One review mentioned a room that stunk, affecting the overall perception.
Service
9.41
Most reviews mention courteous staff, although one provided critical feedback about handling the noise issue.
Location
9.45
Numerous reviews praised the hotel's convenient downtown location and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.4
One review highlighted a beautiful room, but some mentioned issues like noise and temperature.
Amenities
8.93
Several remarks about good amenities, including coffee shops and room features.
Value for Money
8.89
Standard quality for this hotel tier, generally providing good value.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Some confusion about breakfast inclusions, but generally decent offerings.
Overall Experience
8.91
Mixed reviews lead to a solid, albeit not perfect overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:02

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Amenities

Custom Wallpaper and Tech-Friendly Rooms: Each room at The Walper Hotel offers a unique touch with custom wallpaper and convenient tech-friendly options, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Delicious Dining Options: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Barrister’s Lounge and enjoy lunch, dinner, and a weekend brunch at the on-site restaurant TWH Social, offering a variety of tasty dishes to satisfy your cravings.

Convenient Location: Situated just steps away from shopping, dining, and entertainment options, The Walper Hotel provides the perfect base to explore and enjoy all that Kitchener, Ontario has to offer.

Book your stay at The Walper Hotel now to experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property does not accept Visa debit cards to guarantee your reservation. A valid credit card is required when booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YKZ

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs CAD 18 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 700 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 8.89
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.91
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Austin solo_traveller ca
6
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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albertstephena NONE
10
First Time Guest, Would Definitely Go Back
Pros:

When checking into The Walper Hotel, the staff were welcoming and insightful when I needed help with the administrative portions of checking in like payment of the room and the length of my stay properly explaining that they would need to check ID to make sure my ID did match the person that was on the reservation. After checking in, the status of the room was quite clean. The bed, washroom and nightstands were well kept and in good order.

The only complaint I would have, was the lack of soundproofing of the rooms as I was able to sometimes hear the hallways and the noise from outside rather well. Having understood the context that The Walper Hotel has been in service since 1893, I understood that soundproofing rooms could be challenging so if I needed to play music, I just kept a pair of headphones on at all times.

Checking out was smooth, Jelena made sure that the checkout process went well and even asked me how my stay at the hotel was for a wedding. Asking about the cleanliness of the room to the quality of service to which I told it that everything went smoothly and the quality of service was excellent.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
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marioss572 Couples Toronto, Ontario
10
Hotel is cool
Pros:

Hotel super duper cool, room was awesome (bath was a little small).
Parking is a bit weird, they will charge you if you dare to the car

2026-04-13 via Tripadvisor
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Elena extended_group fi
9
Pros:

Хорошее расположение, номер просторный. Я не люблю ковровое покрытие полов, в нашем номере был паркет!

Cons:

К завтраку подают только один напиток. На выбор кофе или сок. Это нам стало известно только тогда как принесли счет за сок. Апельсиновый сок из концентрата в 4 звездочном отеле это неприлично!!! Заплатить за него пришлось, но пить не хотелось.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Joel couple ca
1
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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118tomt NONE Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Excellent place to stay. Central location, Clean and Staff very helpful. Did not participate in any dining features as there were so mamy close by.

2026-04-04 via Tripadvisor
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Mark solo_traveller au
8
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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David couple ca
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Dennis couple ca
6
Disappointed and did not meet my expectations for a Hyatt property.
Pros:

Rooms were clean

Cons:

Very noisy. Street noise and you can hear every footstep of the people in the rooms above. Rooms are fine and clean but small. No security. No card access on elevator and didn’t seem very secure given location.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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T2549ZUhopem NONE
6
No hot showers for two days :/
Pros:

Location was excellent (right downtown) and rooms and atmosphere was great. The room was clean, cozy and modern feeling. There were a few uncleaned lipstick marks in the bathroom though…! If you want less noise take a room that does not look out onto the main street. The restaurant was excellent and the chef was great and even adapted his meal to my dietary needs and came to see if I had enjoyed it! The service was excellent in the restaurant downstairs.

The front desk workers were not very proactive about telling us there was an issue with the hot water. We spent two days taking cold showers and nothing was offered to us to compensate until we asked. I was asked not to share the discount I got for the inconvenience with my friends as they did not want to give an additional discount to others who had the same issue. That felt very unprofessional and lacking in honesty. Disappointing!

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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Khan solo_traveller ca
8
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Seymour couple ca
8
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Cindy extended_group ca
8
Better than expected
Pros:

The staff at the front desk was so helpful and went the extra mile and hotel is clean and great location!!!

Cons:

Although we did get a valet spot the parking isn't the best

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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L6741FPkatec NONE
10
Will definitely stay again
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff, clean and cozy room, and I loved the cute little touches that made me feel welcome in a strange city.

2026-03-20 via Tripadvisor
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Guo solo_traveller cn
9
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Tour53744158603 NONE
10
A nice night out
Pros:

Location is close to alot of places to eat.Room was nice, bed was comfortable. The shower had hot water the whole time and was really relaxing.

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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Ryan solo_traveller ca
9
Great Location, Value and Staff
Pros:

Close to our concert event and lots of restaurant options

Cons:

the walls were a little thin ,but it was a saturday night.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Kim couple ca
9
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Kehiayan family_with_children us
9
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Nancy couple ca
8
Pros:

It is right in the middle of downtown Kitchener. Perfect location but parking is very difficult. We did purchase parking which you really have no other choice but it was convenient.

Cons:

We found it rather cold in our room with the air ( supposed to be heat) blowing right on us. We didn't get a great nights sleep. Not a fan of feather pillows. Next time we will bring our own. Was a pleasant stay otherwise. We were not really there long enough to really experience it fully.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee