Nearest emergency department
Peterborough Regional Health Centre
Hospital
About 2.2 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
- Geriatric Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry
Retirement Home
Empress Gardens Retirement Residence
73Good131 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T6, Canada
4.6(20 reviews)Retirement Home
Dining
Limited availabilityavailability
Last updated September 2026
About This Community
Empress Gardens is a retirement residence in downtown Peterborough offering independent retirement, assisted living through the Enriched Care program, and respite or convalescent stays.
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Empress Gardens is located at the corner of Charlotte Street and Water Street in the heart of downtown Peterborough. With a tradition of caring for over thirty years, the residence offers a British-style setting featuring high tea service daily and a warm family atmosphere.
The community offers studio, one, and two-bedroom suites with a full range of care options to support aging in place. </description>
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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.
Pricing at Empress Gardens Retirement Residence
Pricing
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Typical in Ontario: $2,990–$7,195/moFrom Ontario listings of this type that publish a rate. It isn't Empress Gardens Retirement Residence's own price, so ask them for theirs.
Retirement Home
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Accommodation options
Studio
One-bedroom
Two-bedroom
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Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Active seniors in downtown Peterborough
- Those seeking independent living with assisted care options
- Individuals needing respite or convalescent care
Consider Alternatives For
- Active, fully independent seniors who don't need support
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Hospitals & healthcare nearby
The nearest emergency department and senior-focused healthcare, with approximate straight-line distances. These are public facilities near Empress Gardens Retirement Residence, not services it provides or is affiliated with.
Palliative care
Lakeridge Health - Bowmanville
Hospital
About 52.5 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Medicine
- Palliative Care
Also nearby
Ross Memorial Hospital
Hospital
About 34.8 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Medicine
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.
Care Services
- 24-hour nursing staff
- Personal assistance
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dining services
- Recreational activities
- Foot care
- Fitness and wellness programs
Amenities
- Tea room
- Dining room
- Guest suite
- Emergency response systems
- Monitored entrances
- Emergency power generator
- Fire safety features
Key Features
- British-style hotel setting
- Downtown location
- Trial stays available
- Enriched Care program
- Family atmosphere
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Google Reviews
4.6
20 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Mac MacGillivray
2 months ago · via Google
Staff is very helpful. The room was spacious and clean. The meals were wonderful. Our Father was more social than he’s been years!!
Linda Connelly
5 months ago · via Google
We have never had a bad experience at Empress Gardens. My husband stays as a respite. Everyone is so friendly and kind and they are very thorough. We would highly recommend using their services and booking a stay.
Jim Fitzgerald
11 months ago · via Google
Each & every person within Empress Gardens went above & beyond to ensure my 14 day respite stay was comfortable and enjoyable. I can't express enough appreciation & gratitude for such a memorable experience. From Isaac to reception to kitchen staff to laundry personnel, everyone was amazing. THANK YOU: Jim Fitzgerald
Summary of Google Reviews
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Empress Gardens Retirement Residence holds a strong 4.6-star rating across 20 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and quality dining and meals.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
- Quality dining and meals
- Clean, well-kept spaces
- Engaging activities and social life
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Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.
73/ 100
Confidence Score
Good
Our 100-point confidence rating
Trust 60/60Verified 13/40
Senior Care Path gives Empress Gardens Retirement Residence an SCP Confidence Score of 73/100 (Good), our 100-point trust rating. How we calculate it.
Licenses & Registration
Retirement home licence
LicensedRetirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA)
Licence #T0003 · checked October 2026
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Location
131 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 2T6, Canada, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 2T6
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