Winter and spas resorts go together so perfectly.
There is no better time of year to escape every day with a splendid getaway to a comfortable resort that invites you to relax and unwind. Below are 15 of the top spa resort getaways in Ontario for this winter and holiday season.
Burning Springs Spa & Thermal Pools
You deserve a visit the Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel, where you can experience the excitement and beauty of Canada’s iconic Niagara Falls at the luxury hotel and spa with rooms overlooking the cascading falls. In addition to the many views offered by the falls, you can also spend time at the casino. Of course, no trip would be complete without a visit to Burning Springs Spa & Thermal Pools, where you can relax in the Finnish-inspired sauna, relaxation area, Himalayan salt sauna, and hot tub, and enjoy an array of treatments.
Book a stay at Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel and you can enjoy fireworks over the illuminated Horseshoe and American falls from your hotel room, and head out to enjoy all that the winter season brings to the region.
Where: 6740 Fallsview Boulevard Niagara Falls
Millcroft Inn and Spa
Retreat outside of the city, to Caledon, only a short drive from downtown Toronto to experience the wonders of the Mill croft Inn and Spa. This inspiring destination offers guests an incredible harmony of modern luxury and country elegance.
Available all winter long, you can enjoy the winter package that features a stay at the Inn, specialty coffee, and access to the glorious spa and warm outdoor spring pools to brave the harsh Ontario elements.
Where: 55 John Street, Alton
Four Seasons Toronto
Why not opt for a stay in the glamorous Four-Season Hotel and Spa? There is nothing like the treatment and luxury you can experience here, especially during the winter, when they bring apres-ski to the hotel with the bar transformed with ambience as if you were at the top of a mountain featuring food and drink courtesy of Chef Daniel Boulud.
For a festive stay, you can get a deal if you stay with the hotel between Dec 6 – 30 whereby a stay will include dining credit, a $250 spa gift card and a luxe spa gift card and a festive turndown each night. The spa offers classic massages, tanning, a nail salon and hot tub and pools.
Where: 60 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto
Soul Paths
With the motto of “nurture in nature” this a special place to discover in the winter months. The focus is on a range of spa packages, wellness classes and sweet walks to enjoy, finished off with a beautiful sleep at the on-site cottage, trailer, or lodge.
Soul Paths is offering an impressive 15% off services all of December, and a couple of retreats to enjoy a break together with your loved one that includes a couples massage, teatime, wellness class and more.
Where: 2685 Shirley Road, Blackstock
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Deerhurst Resort
Did you know that Muskoka was rated Top 10 Destination by National Geographic Traveler Magazine? Experience the wonders of the area with a stay at Deerhurst Resort which comes alive in the winter! From late December until March, experience a true Canadian snow season with snowmobile rides, snowshoeing, fat bikes and skiing at Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area or skating at the Arrowhead Ice-Skating.
Many wintery experiences will be included in your stay, too! What’s more, the resort is offering packages specific for winter including Pre-Winter Escape with 20% off, Muskoka Winter Getaways, and the invigorating Spa and Stay.
The onsite Amba Spa is an intimate and private setting with 8,000 square feet of space for your wellness escape with a selection of soothing body treatments, massage therapy, facials, manicures and pedicure! There is also a steam room, pool and whirlpool.
Where: 1235 Deerhurst Drive Huntsville
JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa
Say “yes” to luxury with a visit to JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa. This premier destination is located in the famous Muskoka Region, with the chance to savour the sights (yes, even in the winter!). You can experience snow biking, guided nature walks, or snowshoeing!
They also created a fully enclosed “ice cave” for the winter months overlooking Lake Rousseau where the chef prepares your meal over a charcoal cauldron! You can dig into fondue, and raclette, paired with steak and seafood. Don’t forget to spend time at the Hydrospa where you can experience indulgent treats including body wraps, massages and hydrotherapy treatments, hot tubs and pools.
Where: 1050 Paignton House Road, Minett, Muskoka Lakes
Pillar and Post
Located in the fabulous Niagara wine region, is Pillar and Post, a whopping 13,000-square-foot spa resort. The Gardens at Pillar and Post have been transformed into a true wonderland with sparkling lights, holiday music, festive snacks, an ice rink, warming fire pits and holiday movies under the stars.
Don’t forget to indulge in signature spa treatments inspired by regional delights—including wine, peaches, cherries, and champagne—like the “Beyond Vino Facial” and “Purple Feet Pedicure.” Make stunning holiday memories in the heart of wine country this winter.
Where: 48 John Street West, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa
Oozing with tradition and history, the Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa was built in 1898 and guests can expect a high level of elegance and service.
In winter you can enjoy private yoga classes on-site, complimentary wine tasting, as well as cooking classes before retreating into the gorgeous spa with restorative and aesthetic treatments with custom spa packages to suit your individual therapeutic needs. What more could you want? Did you know Langdon Hall is one of the best restaurants in Canada and voted one of the top 25 spas in the country too?
Where: 1 Langdon Drive, Cambridge
The Briars Resort & Spa
Located at the edge of GTA, on the south shore of Lake Simcoe where you can experience the resort’s Victorian-style atmosphere and character.
The location is fully embracing winter for guests including snowy walks, cross-country skiing, outdoor bonfires with hot chocolate and a variety of recreational fun such as ornament decorating, singing along, Christmas brunch, new year’s eve celebrations and plenty more. The spa is award-winning, with tons of treatments and top-notch services including treatment rooms, massage therapy rooms, an indoor pool, a whirlpool and a sauna.
Where: 55 Hedge Road, Jacksons Point
Cedar Meadows Resort and Spa
Resting on 175 stunning acres, this resort & spa is nestled in the majestic beauty and natural serenity of Northern Ontario. Here you can indulge in spa treatments, Nordic baths or the infrared sauna that are all inspired by the surrounding nature and then go chill in your room which is complete with a fireplace, and Jacuzzi tub. This is certainly not your average hotel!
During your stay, do not forget to join for the famous wildlife wagon tour!
Where: 1000 Norman Street, Timmins
Couples Resort
Aptly named Couples Resort, this resort located at the edge of Algonquin Park is the place to be for a little bit of romance and luxury this winter. Get outside to enjoy everything Algonquin Park offers in winter through cross-country skiing or hiking before relaxing indoors where each room features a two-person Whirlpool bathtub, private outdoor hot tub, and wood-burning fireplace as well as select spa services offered right in your room!
Where: 139 Galeairy Lake Road, Whitney
Touchstone Resort on Muskoka Lake
Luxury is number one at this hot spot. In the winter months, the place transforms into a haven with activities such as ice skating, snowshoeing, bonfires, and number one: relaxation. The spa is brimming with Therapeutic services like facials, massages, body wraps and scrubs including using minerals and plants from Lake Muskoka itself.
If you are visiting during January, do not miss the famous winter celebration- Fire & Ice Festival!
Where: 1869 Muskoka Road 118 West, Bracebridge
Sir Sam’s Spa & Resort
Are you looking for an adult-only luxury resort? You found it here! Sir Sam is located on stunning Eagle Lake.
In the winter, spend the day hitting the slopes of Sir Sam’s Ski Hill, which is closely located within 2 minute’s drive, try dogsledding, or snowshoeing then relax in the comfortable rooms that feature oversized spa tubs and wood fireplaces. There is a special new year’s eve celebration complete with fireworks too!
Of course, no visit would be complete without a visit to the Water Spa, which offers a refreshing escape with a high-pressure water jet, and a wide range of spa treatments and massages. Details
Where: 1491 Sir Sams’s Road, Eagle Lake
The Retreat at Strathmere
Located on 200 breathtaking acres of rural property in Ottawa, Strathmere is a must-do this winter. You can enjoy a day of adventure with daily yoga, nature and cross-country skiing or a full day of indulgent spa treatments. The location features outdoor hot tubs, massages, and plenty more that will keep you wanting to come back for more! Finish off your perfect day with a cosy drink by the bonfire.
For more winter and holiday fun, see the illuminated Canadian capital, take in some theatre shows and even skate on the Rideau Canal (if open).
Where: 1980 Phelan Road West, North Gower
Elora Mill Hotel & Spa
For a unique and memorable stay this winter, opt for Elora Mill, a heritage stone mill that has undergone a massive restoration to be an exclusive country hotel and spa with state-of-the-art facilities. Experience facials, massages, hand and foot therapy, body wraps, and so much more. You’ll be too relaxed even to notice the snow outdoors.
Where: 77 West Mill Street, Elora