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Capt. Thomson's Resort

3.0 star property
Guests gather around a crackling firepit with Thousand Islands Winery views, enjoy lunch at Riley's By The River, and find perfect souvenirs in the gift shop

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Capt. Thomson's Resort near Heart Island and Boldt Castle offers a firepit, coffee shop/cafe, and outdoor entertainment. Guests can fish nearby, swim in the pool, and dine at Riley's By The River. The helpful staff enhances the experience at this outdoor enthusiast's retreat.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Capt. Thomson's Resort is in Alexandria Bay Downtown, a walkable area in Alexandria Bay with great shopping. Thousand Islands Bridge and 1000 Islands Tower are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thousand Islands National Park and Heart Island. Thousand Islands Winery and Boldt Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Alexandria Bay travel guide
Map
45 James Street, Alexandria Bay, NY, 13607

What's nearby

  • An overlooking landscape view of Alexandria, Minnesota
    Scenic View Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great ‘secret’ cliff jump site right over the broken fence with the now jumping sign lol about 20 feet
    Keewaydin State Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cornwall Brothers Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • River Hospital
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station
    32 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bonnie Castle Resort & Marina
    10 min walk
  • Thousand Islands Winery
    9 min drive
  • Jreck Subs
    3 min walk
  • Dark Island Spirits - Distillery & Lounge
    4 min walk
  • Old Homestead
    1 min walk

About this property

Capt. Thomson's Resort

Hotel near Thousand Islands Winery
Located close to Heart Island and Boldt Castle, Capt. Thomson's Resort provides a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe, and an outdoor entertainment area. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing at this hotel. The on-site restaurant, Riley's By The River, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers
  • An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • A gift shop, a dock, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an off-leash area, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 68 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, mini fridges, and freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Riley's By The River

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 20 2025 to April 23 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed during the winter season.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day (maximum USD 100.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Capt. Thomson's Resort Alexandria Bay
Capt. Thomson's Resort
Capt. Thomson's Alexandria Bay
Capt. Thomson's Resort Hotel
Capt. Thomson's Resort Alexandria Bay
Capt. Thomson's Resort Hotel Alexandria Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Capt. Thomson's Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool will be closed during the winter.

Is Capt. Thomson's Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Capt. Thomson's Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Capt. Thomson's Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Capt. Thomson's Resort located?

Located in Alexandria Bay Downtown, this hotel is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Thousand Islands Winery and within 12 mi (20 km) of Thousand Islands Bridge and Thousand Islands National Park. 1000 Islands Tower and Boldt Castle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Capt. Thomson's Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome hotel and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel in the heart of this area! Comfortable room, easy parking, nice staff and great pricing. No complaints and would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, quiet, beautiful View, walkable to everything!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Updated room, amazing view, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Friendly staff, comfortable room, wonderful private balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bed was very comfortable, room very clean, great water pressure, nice view from the balcony, friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Amenities
The location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of the river, comfortable clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in and Check-out were quick and easy. Staff was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful, friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great -we stayed in the king room with the front and corner view it was a spectacular sight to wake up to every morning seeing Bolt Castle and watching the boats and ships pass through the bay. The staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sunset view from our balcony was beautiful. Great location walkable to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robinanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice river view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location Location Location! Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was large, clean and looked newly renovated. Front desk staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is absolute perfection! The room was clean and comfy, and the staff was friendly and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view of Bolt Castle was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel is located in a perfect spot right in town right close next to the uncle Sam boat tours. Close to shops and restaurants. Everything is in walking distance and nice views of Boldt castle. We’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025