21 Best Hotels in Ontario, Canada

The Hazelton is a popular destination for visiting celebrities—and it looks the part, with clubby, modern furnishings, floor-to-ceiling windows or French balconies, and bathrooms wrapped in forest-green granite. The on-site spa draws locals and travelers alike, and features a fitness center, steam rooms, and a saltwater pool. Service is top-notch, and staff are accustomed to fielding personalized requests (you can even order from a pillow menu). Downstairs, ONE is an upscale all-day eatery with a bustling seasonal patio.

A splashy C$40 million renovation gave this historic hotel the full boutique treatment while emphasizing its eye-grabbing architectural details. The lobby is striking, highlighted by sculptural furnishings where guests perch while enjoying the complimentary wine at happy hour. Rooms are modern, with black marble-swathed bathrooms bathed in flattering lighting. The gym comes equipped with a variety of machines and weights and has a small yoga room; bikes and kids' scooters are also available to borrow. Downstairs, the Fortunate Fox serves upscale pub food.

A big hit with families and extended-stay visitors, the modern suites at the Residence Inn Toronto Downtown come with full kitchens, spacious living and dining rooms, and comfortable bedrooms. Another major selling point is the location: just steps from the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and Scotiabank Arena and a short walk from the Queen West boutiques and Entertainment District clubs. Be sure to check for special packages before reserving; you may get a gas card or tickets to Ripley's Aquarium thrown in. A hot buffet breakfast and high-speed Internet are free for all guests, and a gym and small indoor pool are on-site.

This hotel is completely integrated into the Rogers Centre—the sports and entertainment dome that serves as the home of the Toronto Blue Jays—and 70 of the choicest rooms overlook the stadium itself. The price of these rooms may vary with the event taking place. The lobby level restaurant, Sportsnet Grill, has floor-to-ceiling views of the Rogers Centre.

One- and two-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens make this 12-story hotel a favorite with those in town for an extended time. The hotel is so popular with families that it offers a children's program in July and August. Most suites have balconies. There are three wheelchair-accessible suites.

Luxury and attention to detail are paramount in this ultrahip boutique hotel, from the complimentary daily shoe-shines to personalized business cards. Designed by Yabu Pushelberg, the same firm that redesigned Tiffany's flagship Fifth Avenue store in New York City, the hotel's lean contemporary lines draw entertainers as well as business executives. Cozy gray goose–down duvets cover Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests arriving after 5 pm are greeted with a glass of sparkling wine, while complimentary Starbucks coffee and tea and their signature green apples are available around the clock.

Built in 1886 for John McGee, brother of Thomas D'Arcy McGee, a Father of Confederation, this Victorian mansion in the historic Sandy Hill sector is now a cozy B&B. Furnished with antiques, each room has its own distinctive charm and some have working fireplaces. The romantic Egyptian, Windsor, and Victorian Rose rooms have double whirlpool tubs. For families, there's an extra single bed in some rooms.

A 20-minute drive south of Gravenhurst, this all-inclusive lakeside resort dates to 1898 and is particularly geared to outdoor types and active families. Perhaps more suitably called a lodge, as it lacks the sophisticated touches you might expect, it is nevertheless well-equipped and comfortable. It's the kind of casual place where guests chat into the evening, lounging in Muskoka chairs around a fire pit. Canoeing and kayaking are popular, as are pontoon boat excursions. In winter, gear up for tobogganing, sleigh rides, and snowshoeing. Most rooms have fireplaces, and some have whirlpool baths; all but a few have views over Sparrow Lake.

The area's only resort hotel, this 18-story tower in Silicon Valley is about a 20-minute drive from Ottawa. Guest rooms have modern furnishings in gray and raspberry and nice touches like coffeemakers and tea kettles. High-tech gadgets include a computerized seesaw in the wading pool. The Executive Health Centre provides medical fitness examinations and the spa has an on-site plastic surgeon.

Canada’s largest hotel has long been popular with families and tour groups due to its central location and relatively reasonable prices, but be prepared for a flurry of activity and long lines. The Family Fun Zone includes a children’s creative center, the Club 33 Teen Lounge, a family pool, and the four-story Corkscrew—downtown Toronto’s only indoor waterslide. Nonparents, don’t fret—there’s also an adults-only pool. Renovated in 2023, the hotel offers deluxe guest rooms, as well as one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchenettes, plus three restaurants on site.

This golf-focused resort along Peninsula Lake is a 780-acre, self-contained community with restaurants and lodgings to fit every budget and occasion, from weddings to corporate events. The flavor is largely contemporary, although the main lodge, with huge flagstone pillars, dates from 1896. The resort is home to beautiful golf courses studded with pines and lakes, including the prestigious Deerhurst Highlands and Deerhurst Lakeside, and an on-site spa, Amba. Four year-round restaurants cover your dining bases from casual pub fare at the Compass to the upscale Eclipse buffet, serving Canadian specialties made with maple syrup, mushrooms, and other treats grown on the property.

This classic hotel's timeless elegance attracts so many celebrities, heads of state, and members of royalty that it has its own protocol manager. The Château was the dream of American Charles Melville Hays, a dream he never saw become reality. Hays perished in April 1912 while sailing back for the hotel's opening aboard the Titanic. One of Canada's greatest railroad hotels, it's named for Sir Wilfrid Laurier, prime minister from 1896 to 1911. Rooms are elegant though some standard rooms have only showers. Zoe's, the conservatory lounge, serves afternoon tea. The Terrace restaurant (open summer only) overlooks the Rideau Canal locks. Fairmont Gold Rooms (C$100 extra) offer complimentary Continental breakfast and evening appetizers.

Instead of the usual casino-and-slot-machine ambience you find in other area hotels, you'll find a spectacular water park of 12 slides, seven pools, outdoor hot tubs, and other family-friendly amenities. This destination hotel offers nine different types of suites to suit different tastes. The whimsical KidKamp suite features kids' bunk beds and tents. For food options, there's the Barnwood, a classic steak house, The Antler Shanty that's open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and cafés in and around the water park for lighter bites.

Three multicolor glass sculptures, composed of individual pieces representing sea creatures, add a whimsical touch to the brown-tone lobby. The quirky works of art amid the conservative decor reflect the hotel's dual appeal. A 10-minute drive from the Parliament, this 23-story hotel has a marina, a spa, a game room for kids, a theater and casino, and other urban resort amenities. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms provide views onto one of two lakes and brighten the otherwise muted decor.

Modern accommodations at this lodge on a 1,600-acre property come in a variety of shapes and sizes: choose from two-level lofts, spacious hotel rooms, or condos. Many suites have sunken living rooms, electric fireplaces, and whirlpool baths. In winter, non-ski activities include dogsledding and snow tubing. In the summer season, the focus is most decidedly golf, but the resort also has 35 km (22 miles) of trails for hiking, biking, and four-wheeling. There's also an adventure park with a zipline course, bungee jumping, and more. Dining options include gastro-grub at Eleven01 Taphouse + Kitchen with a menu of local and seasonal dishes, and casual offerings at the pub-style Crazy Horse Restaurant.

Toronto’s iconic "King Eddy," a haven for the well-heeled for over a century, remains a popular choice for special occasions, families, solo travelers, and business guests, still evoking a sense of historic grandeur. At Victoria’s Restaurant, oil paintings adorn the walls, providing an elegant backdrop for breakfast and afternoon tea. Meanwhile, the Consort Bar—once home to the hotel’s original elevator shaft—is a lively social spot, offering an extensive cocktail menu featuring classic signature drinks, wines, and fine spirits.

You can't get much closer to Toronto's waterfront than this hotel, where unobstructed Lake Ontario and Toronto Islands vistas come standard. The decor has a fitting maritime theme with deep blue accents, full-grain woods, and brass embellishments. Rooms are spacious, with floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum view potential. Watermark Restaurant serves Canadian dishes with a global twist, and the Amsterdam BrewHouse across the street serves hearty pub food and famous local beer. The outdoor pool has an open deck overlooking the CN Tower, Harbourfront, and Lake Ontario.

Reasonable prices, an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, and quiet, modern rooms are the advantages of this property just down the road from Pearson International Airport. Guest rooms feature muted colors and creamy white linens. The free airport shuttle is comfortable and punctual, and services only the Sandman.

Rustic two- and three-bedroom furnished cottages overlook Walker Lake at this resort, and many come with whirlpool tubs and fireplaces. There are plenty of outdoor activities close at hand, including canoeing, fishing, and even a sandy beach and water trampoline for kids.

On a clear day you can see the skyline of Rochester, New York, across the sparkling blue Lake Ontario from most rooms at this midrange, kid-friendly hotel. Guest rooms feature expansive windows, elegant marble bathrooms, and chaise longues in some rooms. Other features include a heated indoor pool, gym, the chic Don Alfonso restaurant, European-style day spa, outdoor tennis and squash courts, and an enclosed walkway that links the hotel to the Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre.

Attached to the Rideau Centre shopping mall and convention center, this 24-story hotel is in the heart of the city. All guest rooms have plush carpeting and elegant furniture. Signature "Heavenly Beds" are topped with fluffy white duvets. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide some of the best views in Ottawa (C$50 extra for rooms facing the Rideau Canal and the Parliament Buildings).