Top Ontario Winter Vacations

For the environmentally-conscious, a resort that respects mother earth is of the utmost importance. Enter Algonquin Eco-Lodge, where the meals are complimentary and the power is 100% micro-hydro electricity (from their very own waterfall)!

The more than 60 km of groomed and wilderness cross country skiing trails inside Algonquin Park, give the Eco-Lodge one of the largest trail systems in Ontario. Seclusion of the highest order is what you'll find here- just you, your skis, and the calming vacuum of a fresh snowfall. There are also three dedicated snowshoe trails and something you can't find most other places: dog sledding! Imagine rushing through the wild forests with just you, your dog sled, and a pack of strong Huskies- it's not a dream, it's reality at Algonquin.

Address

Moffat Pond, Algonquin Park, ON K0L 1X0, Canada

Getting there

The lodge is 17.8 km from downtown Harcourt and 19.3 km from downtown Maynooth.

Related Onsite Offerings

Other amenities include hiking and skiing trails, a wood-fired sauna, and a hot tub.

The chill of a harsh Ontario winter is tough to escape. Sub-zero temperatures and blizzard conditions are as common as grass in Kentucky, and finding an adequate refuge isn’t always easy. Sir Sam’s thinks it should be, and thus has provided a luxurious retreat for the beleaguered and frozen traveler.

Shield yourself from the elements inside the 10-bedroom stone and timber mansion or in one of the 16 lakeside accommodations, each filled to the brim with fantastic amenities and lush accommodations. If snuggling up under a blanket fort isn’t enough, head over to the WaterSpa. Its blissful salinated waters and unique hydrotherapy circuit will make you feel like you’ve achieved nirvana. Of course, if you want to get outside and experience winter for yourself, skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are all available and oodles of fun.

Address

1491 Sir Sam's Rd, Eagle Lake, ON K0M 1M0, Canada

Related activities

Eagle Lake also has fantastic fishing, be it winter or summer!

Fun facts

Sir Sam's Inn was once the Haliburton estate of Sir Samuel Hughes, the decorated government minister who led Canada's Military through the first world war.

Eganridge Resort overlooks scenic Sturgeon Lake in the heart of the Trent-Severn Waterway, providing guests with a view just as fantastic as the experience of staying there!

Blending heritage romance with contemporary luxury, the premier spa, scenic golf course, and fine dining at Eganridge ensure a memorable visit for ALL guests. Step inside Dunsford House, a gracious log manor home blending Canadian heritage with contemporary luxury, and relax. All modern amenities are provided, so your only job is to take advantage of them. Meanwhile, the resort's manicured grounds host five luxuriously furnished one and two-bedroom cottages. Sit out on your private patio or balcony and watch islands emerge from the morning mist or listen to a loon’s haunting call- you'll lament that you have to leave at some point!

Address

26 Country Club Dr, Fenelon Falls, ON K0M 1N0

Highlights

There's also 400 metres (1000 feet) of natural shoreline and protected docking for up to 10 boats.

Related Onsite Offerings

Make sure you visit the Inns Spa at Eganridge, a serene environment complete with an extensive menu of body and skin care services!

A romantic winter holiday awaits you at The Couples Resort!

The Couples Resort, an adults-only getaway in Algonquin Park, Ontario, specializes in romantic getaways, and that doesn't stop when the snow falls! Their grounds become a veritable winter wonderland, and their chateaus, villas, chalets, and suites offer you the perfect place to curl up in front of a fireplace or in a jacuzzi tub to stay warm. But don't just settle for watching the winter pass by outside your window; explore the snowy grounds by cross-country skiing or ice skating. For the truly adventurous, you can even go dog sledding! All this and much more awaits you at The Couples Resort.

Address

139 Galeairy Lake Rd, Whitney - Algonquin Park, On, K0J 2M0

Highlights

For a unique and unforgettable experience, go dog sledding! Mush your own team of four huskies on stunning trails with the help of an experienced guide from The Couples Resort.

Related Onsite Offerings

Staying in for the day? Book a spa session from The Couples Resort and enjoy the warmth of your room while indulging in a relaxing massage.

Bayview Wildwood Resort enters our frosty list of Top 10 Ontario Winter Vacations on a friendly family note – after all, isn’t that what the holidays are all about? This traditional Muskoka must-stay has been bringing relatives together for nearly 110 years, and doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon!

While Bayview Wildwood Resort’s oh-so-homey guestrooms, suites and cottages will help you shed your worldly worries in no time, the family-oriented activities are what really make this Ontario resort stand out. Situated on Sparrow Lake, the waterside retreat is rife with both warm and cold weather merrymaking. It was voted "One of the Best Summer Family Vacation Spots" by Today's Parent magazine for several years running. We’re just wondering now when the awards will come for Bayview’s winter festivities! Guided snowmobile tours over the frozen terrain, cross-country skiing among the powdered Muskoka forests and clomping along resort trails on new-age aluminum snowshoes are just some of the wintry endeavors you can take part in here. We highly recommend a day of tobogganing or a rousing game of broomball to get your Ontario vacation started!

Address

1500 Port Stanton Parkway RR 1, Severn Bridge, Ontario, Canada POE 1N0

Highlights

Bayview Wildwood Resort offers a variety of wintertime activities and packages, including the Christmas Dinner and Dance Package – great for groups and corporate parties!

Related activities

Badminton, baseball, basketball, volleyball, bicycling, canoeing, kayaking, lawn games, pontoon boat races, sail boating, shuffleboard, water sports, tennis and float plane sight-seeing.

While we know there’s more than one JW Marriot resort out there, our No. 2 pick boasts that The Rosseau is the first of its kind, and surprisingly, we’d have to agree. No high-rise hotels here; just quaint, American Cape Cod-style architecture that welcomes you warmly to take a load off in Muskoka Lakes.

Overlooking the deep, azure waters of Lake Rosseau, The Rosseau – the first JW Marriott hotel in Ontario – sits atop a 100-ft. granite bluff in the pretty resort community of Red Leaves. Unpretentious through and through, you’d initially think the chandeliered Muskoka Room and the sumptuous Spa Rosseau were meant only for the elite. Sophistication doesn’t always have to come with a hefty price tag, however. The real reason we thought The Rosseau was an ideal candidate for our list of Top 10 Ontario Winter Vacations has less to do with the marble bathrooms, featherbeds and stone fireplaces and more to do with the exhilarating winter pursuits Red Leaves has to offer. Here, you can venture along winding resort pathways by snowshoe, cross-country ski by moonlight or even go on a snowmobile wilderness safari over more than 1,200 miles of meticulously-groomed trails. Ice fishing fan? You’ll like it, too!

Address

P.O. Box 31, 1050 Paignton House Road, Minett, Ontario P0B 1G0 Canada

Getting there

From Toronto Pearson International Airport, take the Belfield Expy/HWY-409 E. Take the Collectors/Collectrices Exit toward Black Creek Dr./Weston Rd. Merge onto HWY-401 Collectors E. Take exit 359 to merge onto HWY-400 N. Take the exit onto HWY-400 N toward HWY-69/Parry Sound/Sudbury. Take Exit 189 to merge onto HWY-69 toward Gravenhurst/Mactier. Turn right at DR-169/HWY-169. Turn left at DR-118/HWY-118. Turn left at Peninsula Rd. Turn right at DR-28/Juddhaven Rd. Turn right at Paignton House Rd. The Rosseau will be up ahead.

Related Onsite Offerings

Barber/beauty shop, gift shop, meeting rooms, business center, dry-cleaning services and concierge desk.

At Patterson Kaye Resort there's plenty of fun for the whole family to enjoy, right on the shores of Lake Muskoka! Offering both private cottages and rooms in the main lodge, your stay can be exactly the way you want! The cottages feature wood burning stoves or regular fireplaces and you'll have an unlimited supply of wood to make sure you stay warm and cozy even on the coldest nights!

A stay during the snowy wintertime means that the Lake Muskoka region is your own personal winter wonderland! Activities like cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are all available. There is a six kilometer trail for snowshoeing and ice skating is an option if the lake is frozen enough! For couples or families alike, there's really no end to the wintertime fun that can be had with a stay at Patterson Kay Resort!

Address

1360 Golden Beach Rd Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1W8

Highlights

You can plan an all-inclusive stay with Patterson Kaye Resort and the experienced staff will make sure that all of the details are taken care of!

Related Onsite Offerings

Fish right off the dock at Patterson Kaye in Lake Muskoka! Or if you're intent on catching a record breaking walleye, guide services are available as well.

Enjoy some excellent outdoor adventures this winter with Little Hawk Resort & Marina!

Rather than simply note all that the resort has to offer during the frigid winter months, we'd rather explain them! Take part in your share of snowmobiling across the many well-connected trails where you'll be able to take in the beauty of the area from a different perspective. If that seems outside your comfort zone, no worries, you can stay onsite and utilize your very own ice fishing hut as you wait for your tip-up to flip. They will be just as ready for your winter trip as they would be your summer one!

Address

Algonquin Highlands, Ontario K0M 1J2

Extra Stops

There is much to explore in the area surrounding the resort, including the Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve, the Haliburton Studio Tour, and the Highlands Museum.

Related Onsite Offerings

The Wharf Tavern Restaurant, located onsite, offers delicious food that is sure to suit every member of your group!

Ontario offers an ideal "Winter Wonderland" for families, couples, or individuals traveling north of the U.S. border. At The Briars, you will be treated to a full menu of seasonal activities and amenities that will keep you coming back winter after winter.

From December 23 to March 10, a complete program of Winter Activities is offered during weekends and holidays. Your accommodations may include a horse-drawn sleigh ride with hot chocolate, a guided country walk, a guided indoor and outdoor historical tour, ball hockey or broomball, and even a cooking demonstration. Popular winter activities at The Briars also include cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ice fishing, tubing, and ice skating. While some of these activities are free to try, there may be a small charge for equipment rentals and other fees. After a day full of seasonal activities, you will love the outstanding selection of accommodations to choose from including guest rooms, cottages, manor house rooms, and private lodges. Many of the cottages features electric fireplaces, perfect for warming up after a frigid day outdoors. Private balconies allow for breathtaking views of Lake Simcoe. If you are putting together a cross-country skiing or snowshoeing trip with a larger group of people, the Mayfair Lodge and First Tee Lodge each offer additional space for your group. The Mayfair features 10 bedrooms, two stories, and all of the comforts you would expect from a group accommodation. The First Tee offers seven bedrooms as well as a spacious living room with doors that open toward the lake.

Address

55 Hedge Road R.R. 1, Jackson's Point, ON L0E 1L0 Canada

Extra Stops

Step back in time with a trip to the Georgina Pioneer Village and Museum, or the Butterflies & Blooms Butterfly Conservatory, each located 10 minutes from The Briars.

Highlights

World renowned photographer Peter Sibbald is available for on-site photography services including individual portraits, executive portraits, family and group portraits, event coverage and more. Book your appointment for a portrait session the next time you stay at The Briars.

Hockley Valley Resort in Mono, Ontario is the perfect destination for winter lovers of all ages!

This exciting Ontario getaway offers stunning snowy landscapes and 15 runs to enjoy for both skiing and snowboarding. They offer onsite private and group lessons as well as a magic carpet, a conveyor belt that allows beginners to easily get up the hill. You can also rent equipment onsite, so you don't have to worry about leaving anything behind. At the end of a long day of winter activities, come back to one of their 104 luxury guest rooms or suites, each of which offers great views and modern amenities ranging from flat-screen televisions and wireless internet to fireplaces and balconies. If you’re feeling like pampering yourself, indulge in the soothing wonders of the full-service spa, with services such as facials, massages, body therapies, and more. Onsite, you will also find a fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, and a winery, all of which offer plenty to do during the winter months.

Address

793522 3rd Line EHS, Mono, ON L9W 5X7

Related activities

Things to do off the resort include playing laser tag at Lots O'Fun, eating ice cream at Mill Creek Gardens, and drinking beer on a local brewery tour.

Related Onsite Offerings

Grab dinner at their on-site restaurant Cabin, a culinary experience defined by their farm-to-table philosophy on food or enjoy some wine and cheese at Babbo, a wine bar with an extensive wine list that features the best of Canada and the world.

In the heart of the Addington Highlands lies the enchanting Myers Cave Resort on Marble Lake. Teeming with winter recreation options ranging from ice fishing to cross country skiing, Myers Cave Resort offers rustic backcountry charm amid a snowy wonderland.

Choose from an astounding assortment of lodging options, that featuring five elegant cottages, an executive suite, and a historic family lodge. With modern amenities, unfettered access to Marble Lake, and several outdoor recreational opportunities, there is no such thing as a boring winter at Myers Cave Resort.

Address

2471 Hwy 506 Cloyne, Ontario K0H 1K0

Total area

Myers Cave Resort rests within five wooded acres of rural beauty rife with open space, nearby attractions, and endless relaxation.

Season

With a blanket of snow as far as the eye can see, winter is especially scenic in the Addington Highlands.

Spend your next winter vacation within the quiet tranquility of the Parry Sound area at the Grand Tappattoo Resort.

The Grand Tappattoo Resort in Seguin, Ontario provides families with a truly special vacation experience. Grand Tappattoo’s natural surroundings provide a variety of activities regardless of the season. During the winter when Otter Lake is frozen and the kayaks and canoes are put away, the resort clears off an ice skating area for guests to use, so don’t forget your skates! The resort also features a large indoor pool, a sauna with a picturesque seating area, and a fitness center, sure to keep you entertained during your time at the resort. All rooms include cable television and wireless high-speed internet if you feel like curling up and relaxing in your room. There is no need to worry about where you’ll be getting your meals, you can get them at the on-site restaurant the Forest Restaurants. The Forest Restaurants serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner and feature outstanding views over Otter Lake.

Address

30 Tapatoo Trail, Seguin, Ontario P2A 0B2

Population

The Seguin township of central Ontario has a population of 4,304.

Related Onsite Offerings

Everyone loves souvenirs, ice cream, and treats when they're on vacation and that’s why Grand Tappattoo opened the Treehouse Store! Right next to the main lobby, not only will you find treats and unique local souvenirs but you can also purchase essentials that you may have forgotten at home for very reasonable prices.

Hole up and get toasty inside your luxurious Niagara Holiday Rental!

Advertising itself as having the best prices west of Niagara Falls, Niagara Holiday Rentals Book will be the lowest nightly rate compared to VRBO, Air BnB, or TripAdvisor! From your glorious rental you'll have easy access to the parks and outdoor activities that the region has to offer. Nearby, the hiking and biking trails offer endless exploring and kayaking up the Niagara River makes for a wondrous water adventure.

Address

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, Canada

Cool outdoor adventures and a wealth of warm amenities make Pine Vista Resort the perfect place to spend your winter wonderland. Whether you're on a family vacation or a couple's getaway, this Ontario oasis makes for an unforgettable snowy stay!

Just outside your door awaits a snow-blanketed playground. Coast through 150 acres of wooded nature trails on a cross country skiing expedition or trudge through the pristine wilderness on a pair of snowshoes. Start up a game of hockey on the open-air skating rink on Stoney Lake or enjoy a romantic skate under the stars with your sweetheart. Sleigh bells jingle and jangle as two gorgeous Percheron horses pull you through snow-covered country fields on a scenic sleigh ride. After a day of snowy excursions, head to your spacious townhome and warm up. Thaw out your chilly fingers over the wood-burning fireplace and sip a frothy cup of cocoa. Pop in a DVD and enjoy a movie or soak in the scenery from the private deck. Take a soothing dip in the bubbling whirlpool tub and let the secluded splendor of Ontario wash over you!

Address

932 Gilchrist Bay RD, R.R. #2, Lakefield, Ontario, Canada K0L 2H0

Highlights

The Girls' Getaway package is a two-night stay perfect for bonding with your best friends. An indoor hot tub, six complimentary movie rentals, and more highlight your stay!

Fun facts

Stoney Lake features over 1,100 islands and borders the Canadian Shield, which consists of the oldest rock in the world.