Like a lot of the other reviewers I found this place to be very expensive. I booked for one rate and got a higher rate when arrived. The front desk staff gave you the feeling that they were looking down on you. I had just gotten out of car after 6 hours with two small children and didn't look my best and they made me realize it. The pool there was nice but the staff didn't even say hello to you when you arrived. When you asked a question they looked at you "Don't you know why are you bugging me" The restaurant on site was
very, very expensive. 15 dollars for an order of chicken fingers. Come on. Not only would I never stay there again I would tell you never to stay there either.

I recently stayed at Algoma's Water Tower Inn, in Sault Ste. Marie for several nights on business. I travel frequently for work (mostly in large city centres in 4+star hotels) and was reluctant to find out that a trip north was in store for me.....I'll admit I'm a bit of a hotel snob/diva, and the thoughts of staying at a non-branded hotel was a little frightening.

I'm happy to tell you this hotel absolutely exceeded my expectations. They have recently renovated several of their guestrooms - triple sheets, duvet, flat screen TV. Plus they have the friendliest staff that are very accommodating and eager to assist. The lobby is so cozy and welcoming, they even have a woodburning fireplace in the lobby!!!

The fitness centre offers all the standard equipment + there's a GoodLife right across the street. They offer comp passees to the gym for those die-hards that need their workout fix while away. The pool was like nothing I've ever experienced before - they actually use a water purification system (no smelly chlorine) and have a year-round outdoor whirlpool....bring your swimsuit!

In closing this hotel ROCKS!!!! Seeing is believing and believe me once you see this place, you too will agree that it's the best place in Sault Ste. Marie!!!!!

Visited the site online after my first experience of staying at the Inn. The service at front desk was unfriendly. The beds are old, the room has a musty smell, and the bathrooms are compact. Not to mention, the wireless connection was "poor" and they charge you for local calls. Only good thing was the pool and sauna facilities. Would never stay there again.

I have stayed at the Water Tower over 20 times, and it is the ONLY hotel I will stay at in the Sault. I have had to book at other places if it was already booked, but I was always dissapointed about not being able to stay there.

The staff are always friendly, the rooms are beautiful (if you have a little extra $ to upgrade, do it. You won't regret it!) The food at the Lonestar (restaurant attached to the hotel) is fabulous, and if you order room service, they are very fast with bringing it to your room. Tim Horton's is also right across the street (a big plus for us Canadians).

The pool is great, they even have a kiddie pool with a waterfall, a hot tub and sauna.

Don't believe any of the negative reviews, I promise you won't be dissapointed. If you are, BRING IT UP WHEN YOU'RE THERE!!! Complaining about it afterwards won't change anything.