Perth Plaza vs. Aquarius Motel
If you're comparing motels in Perth, Ontario — including Aquarius Motel — here's an honest, side-by-side look at what each property offers, so you can pick what's right for your stay.
| Perth Plaza Rooms & Suites | Aquarius Motel | |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 40 Dufferin St (Hwy 7) | 17518 Highway 7 (at Hwy 511) |
| Star rating | 2-star motel | 2-star motel |
| Distance to downtown Perth | ~1.7 km (~3 min drive) | ~2.3 km (~6 min drive) |
| Walk into town | A short, comfortable walk | Roughly 30–40 minutes, mostly alongside Highway 7 |
| Distance from the rail line | Far enough that trains aren't heard, aside from horn signals (audible everywhere in town) | About 100m — freight trains pass overnight and can be noticeable if you're not used to them |
| Number of rooms | 26 | 18 |
| Room styles | 9 room types including — standard queen, two-queen rooms, kitchen suites, a two-bedroom suite, and a jacuzzi suite | Standard rooms |
| Full kitchens available | Yes, in several of our accommodation room types | Not listed — rooms have a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker |
| Pet-friendly rooms | Yes, dedicated pet-friendly rooms | No |
| Pool | No | No — but there's an on-site children's playground and garden/picnic area |
| Serves food | No – vending machine + over 10 restaurants within easy walking distance | No on-site restaurant |
| In-room internet | Free WiFi and a wired Ethernet port in every room | Free WiFi |
| Front desk | Always someone reachable — calls forward directly to on-duty staff, with lock-box check-in available any time by prior arrangement | Not confirmed |
| Book online with live pricing | Yes — book direct here | Not on their own site |
Note: Rates at both motels tend to run similarly. Information about Aquarius Motel is based on publicly available sources as of July 2026 and should be confirmed directly with them.
What Makes Perth Plaza Different
Aquarius Motel is a genuinely well-reviewed, family-run motel with a nice touch — a children's playground and garden area that Perth Plaza doesn't have. Where Perth Plaza pulls ahead is room variety and location: 9 different room types (including full-kitchen suites, a two-bedroom suite, and our King Jacuzzi Suite) instead of standard rooms only, and dedicated pet-friendly rooms if you're travelling with a dog or cat.
We're also about half the distance from downtown Perth. Aquarius Motel sits close to the rail line — like Tay Inn and Colonial House Motor Inn nearby — so overnight freight trains can be audible; Perth Plaza is far enough away that you generally won't hear them.
Common Questions
A few things guests often want to know when comparing the two.