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Liberty Inn

Bowmanville, ON, Canada
$65-95/ night

Book this if You need a dirt-cheap crash pad near the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park and literally everywhere else is sold out.

Why People Love It

  • Extremely low rates for the area
  • Direct exterior access to rooms (easy loading)
  • Walking distance to fast food and convenience stores

Quick Take: A classic roadside motel that has seen better decades, offering a roof over your head and little else.

Reviewed by @shrutislookbook: I’m obsessed with this spot for a group trip. We spent the whole weekend rotating between the cedar sauna and the hot tub. The bunk setup is actually super comfy and fun—felt like a luxury sleepover with my best friends. Definitely a hidden gem.

Guest Who Stayed Here Said

The hype

Friendly staff and a convenient location for the racetrack, but the facility is tired and worn.

Reality check

Cleanliness is a gamble — frequent complaints about stained sheets, musty odors, and bathrooms that need a deep scrub.

  • You are a motorsport team crew member on a tight budget
  • You just need a bed for 6 hours before hitting the 401
  • You prefer parking directly in front of your room door

Cleanliness & Maintenance

3.5
  • Housekeeping: Hit or miss. Reviews frequently mention missed spots, dust, and trash left behind.
  • Bathroom hygiene: Major weak point. Reports of malfunctioning toilets, stained grout, and hair in drains are common.
  • Maintenance: Tired. Peeling paint, worn carpets, and noisy AC units are standard.
  • Linens & towels: Often described as 'worn' or 'stained.' Inspect them before sleeping.
  • Odors & scents: High risk of stale cigarette smoke or musty/damp smells, even in non-smoking rooms.

Sleepability™

4MODERATE
MODERATE
0-4LOUD
4-7.5MODERATE
7.5-10SILENT
  • Traffic from Liberty Street/Highway 401
  • Guests talking in the parking lot right outside your door
  • noisy in-room HVAC units

Before you book

Good to know

  • Check-in is at 2:00 PM, Check-out is 11:00 AM
  • A $200 CAD cash/credit deposit is often required at check-in
  • There is no elevator (ground floor access is standard for most rooms)

What to pack

  • Earplugs (essential for highway noise)
  • Flip-flops for the shower (cleanliness is inconsistent)
  • Your own pillow if you are particular about bedding

Room Genie

Best picks

  • Back-facing rooms away from Liberty Street for slightly less traffic noise

Rooms to avoid

  • Street-facing rooms (headlights and road noise)
  • Rooms near the ice machine/vending area (high foot traffic)

Room Request Genie – copy & paste

“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room as far back from Liberty Street as possible, preferably on the side away from the main entrance.”

FAQ & Hidden tips

Everything you actually want to know before you book.

Is there really a pool?

No. Some booking sites hallucinate an 'indoor pool' (likely confusing it with the nearby Holiday Inn), but Liberty Inn has zero swimming facilities.

Is breakfast included?

No. There is no breakfast service. You'll need to hit the Subway or Tim Hortons nearby.

Can I bring my dog?

No. The hotel has a strict no-pets policy.

Is it safe?

Generally yes, it's in a standard commercial area, but the exterior corridors mean anyone can walk up to your door. Lock the deadbolt.

How far is the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park?

About a 20-25 minute drive north. It's a very popular base for race teams.

Is there Wi-Fi?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is provided, though speeds can vary during peak evening hours.

Insider Tips

  • ✨

    Ask to inspect the room before accepting the key; if it smells musty, request a switch immediately.

  • ✨

    The 'Bowmanville Creek Fish Ladder' is a cool, free nature spot nearby to kill time.

  • ✨

    Camp 30, a surreal abandoned POW camp turned historic site, is a short drive away and worth a creepy/cool walk.

5 things to know before you go

  • 💡The 'Indoor Pool' listed on some OTA sites is a complete phantom.

  • 💡The vending machines are often empty or broken; bring your own snacks.

  • 💡It's a favorite 'after-party' spot for race crews, which can mean noise late into the night on race weekends.

  • 💡The curtains often don't fully close, letting parking lot floodlights beam into the room.

  • 💡You might find a 'smoking' room that was converted to 'non-smoking' in name only.

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