91 Best Hotels in Ontario, Canada

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.

This 1874 Gothic revival home has been transformed into an impeccably decorated B&B with an eclectic interior. Owner Judy Spence has thrown all design rules out the window with her always-evolving mix of romantic and chic, including curios brought back from trips to Asia and irreverent pieces like a black-on-black zebra-print headboard. It somehow all works beautifully. Rooms have themes, like the sunny yellow-and-white Key West suite, with shell light-pulls and filmy fabric above the bed. The French country-cottage-style Loft, above the carriage house in back, has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Smack in the center of Algonquin Provincial Park, this impressive 1917 resort is reached by a short boat ride across Cache Lake. The immaculate one- to three-bedroom private log cabins, each with its own canoe and a screened porch facing the lake, have gleaming hardwood floors and king-size beds piled with patchwork quilts. Quiet reigns here; no waterskiing, Jet Skiing, or motors over 10 horsepower are allowed on the lake, and you won't find phones or TVs in the cabins. Platform tents have two single beds or a king and include breakfast only. The restaurant is excellent, but does not serve lunch, though preordered picnic lunches are available.

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.

Bisha earns top marks for its boutique design hotel, with its velveteen lobby, over 3,000 pieces of art (some Warhols even), and luxurious suites overseen by Toronto's highly sought-after Studio Munge and rock and roll hall-of-famer Lenny Kravitz. The swank and sultry rooms get accented with floor-to-ceiling windows, marbled walk-in showers and tubs, heated bathroom floors, and Byredo toiletries to keep you pampered. The hotel is also home to four renowned restaurants with a variety of styles (Tulum getaway Kōst, Iron Chef--run Akira Back, Mister C lobby bar/night club, and French Made coffee shop).  

This dramatic historic building is the setting for one of the hippest hotels in town, with quirky rooms, stylish restaurants, and a sprawling rooftop deck. Fun details like record players and a curated collection of LPs give an individual touch to the rooms, which all have luxurious marble bathrooms and plenty of brass and velvet. In addition to the rooftop terrace, there's a congenial bistro that serves coffee, brunch, and all-day fare.

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.

With just 12 suites per floor, this boutique hotel focuses on service: rooms are cleaned twice-daily, and there's same-day dry cleaning and laundry, a rooftop gym with a view (and a whirlpool), and complimentary dedicated Wi-Fi for each suite. Each is equipped with a full kitchen, spacious living room, dining room, and one or two bedrooms, and is decorated in muted earth tones.

An air of old-fashioned civility permeates this 1832 Georgian gem, with a nice location on the main street; meal plans that include breakfast or dinner (or both) are available. Spend summer evenings playing board games on the outdoor patio, then dine on some of the best food in the area. Each of its 12 rooms are uniquely decorated: from the Apple Room, with an oversize painting of apples over the bed, to the Safari Room with slanted ceilings and tribal decor like masks and drums. In the persimmon-color HobNob restaurant, chef Steve Sperling crafts exquisite dishes inspired by locally grown ingredients.

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.

If you're on a budget but not willing to stay at a dingy motor lodge, this seven-story hotel is probably your best choice. Guests rave about the friendly staff and the sparkling rooms, which are decorated in the contemporary style of a chain hotel. Whirlpool suites have in-room jetted tubs.

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.

Just steps from the Rogers Centre, CN Tower, Ripley's Aquarium, and the waterfront, the Delta Toronto has rooms with great views. The lobby, bursting with color, is also the location of Char No.5, a sleek, speakeasy-inspired whiskey bar. A 24-hour gym is on-site, as well as a fourth-floor swimming pool. Rooms feature amenities like smart TVs and large freestanding tubs.

This laid-back hotel is a short walk from the hustle and bustle of Sankofa Square and the offerings of the Eaton Centre. Suites feature sleek, modern furnishings and ergonomic desk chairs. The hotel has an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and convenience store. Dine at the hotel’s restaurant, Hemispheres, or explore the many Asian restaurants nearby.

Tucked away on a side street in the heart of Toronto, this ultra-boutique, all-suite hotel seamlessly blends a modern Eastern aesthetic with apartment-style amenities. All suites offer kitchenettes, while premium suites have washers or dryers in-unit (perfect for longer stays). Relax in the 12-person hot tub at the spa and let your travel stress melt away.

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.

The Royal York, the tallest building in the British Commonwealth when it opened in 1929, remains one of the largest hotels in the city and a favorite of both royalty and Hollywood stars. Countless movies have been filmed here, but the rooms are the main draw. The hotel has been restored, and many rooms have been renovated, featuring an updated look with hints of yellow and gray; others feature regal, if slightly fussy, early-20th-century-appropriate furnishings. On-site dining options include Reign, which serves modern Canadian fare with a traditional French touch; Clockwork, which specializes in bubbly and small plates; Toronto's only location of the Japanese eatery Benihana; and the stately Library Bar, a locally beloved hideaway that serves top-notch martinis.

Two doors down from the Avon and Studio theaters, this brick storefront building dates back to 1906 and has an interesting bit of history—it once housed the International Order of Odd Fellows, a fraternal organization that started in the United Kingdom. Brightly painted rooms on the second and third floors are comfortable, if a bit basic. The hotel's street-level bar and restaurant and patio in front attract a lively mix of patrons.

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.

In the former Carleton County Jail, this hostel is certainly the most unique place to stay in Ottawa. You can opt for a bunk behind bars in one of the old prison cells, a bunk in a dorm-style room with a window, or pay a little more for a room of your own. Private rooms on the upper floors have hardwood floors; the nicest are on the ninth floor. The only private bathroom is in the Warden's Apartment, two rooms with a kitchenette suitable for a family. Daily tours visit the original jail cells, death row, and the gallows, the 1869 site of Canada's last public hanging. Try your hand at the interactive exhibits about the history of crime and punishment.

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.

If you want to be close to the Entertainment and Financial Districts, this hotel offers one of the area's best locations, and its lobby restaurant, Frenchy, serves classic Parisian brasserie fare. The hotel itself is decorated in golds and browns in the lobby with wooden floors and subtle earth tones. Guest rooms have modern furniture and offer Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries. The indoor-outdoor pool is surrounded by towering skyscrapers, which lends a certain eeriness to your swimming experience.

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.

In a turn-of-the-century warehouse building, this boutique hotel's exposed brick-and-beam look—not to mention the sleek and stylish black-and-white rooms—typifies the Queen West "cool" factor. The hotel is within walking distance to the Art Gallery of Ontario, Kensington Market, and Chinatown.

Request views of the CN Tower at this luxury hotel smack in the middle of the pulsating Entertainment District. Guest rooms are decorated in a chocolate, modern palette with clean-lined, contemporary furniture and spa-inspired toiletries. Hotel restaurant King Street Social does luxurious fare like grilled Nova Scotia salmon and AAA steaks, while Mix Bistro offers tapas-style options. An outdoor swimming pool with a seasonal sundeck provides excellent views from its rooftop on the 17th floor, as does the 24-hour fitness center.

Seven of the 24 suites in the main building of this Main Street Jordan inn are two-story affairs with plenty of space, but the rooms to book—in nice weather at least—are the five ground-level suites with very private garden patios. The style of the suites can be described as country elegance, with a mix of antiques and new furnishings, tasteful brocade upholstery, and some gas fireplaces. Two suites are in the separate clapboard Winemaker's Cottage, and two smaller rooms are in the 1840 brick Vintage House, both beside the inn.

Attached to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this large but unassuming hotel is a good bet for visiting business executives, and vacationers can often find deals on weekends. It's also less than a five-minute walk to the stellar live theater and restaurants on King Street West. The hotel has an excellent day spa and exudes a quiet elegance even when full. Room decor is fresh and modern, with clean-lined furniture and linens in calm neutral colors.

Inside the Maple Leaf Square complex, this ultrastylish hotel is perfectly poised to receive traffic from the Scotiabank Arena across the street and the Rogers Centre just minutes away. The decor is sexy, with a mixture of elements like exposed cement, lush plants, and wood accents. Rooms are comfortable with king beds (double beds and even round beds available on request), Molton Brown toiletries, and rain showers. Other touches include goose-down comforters and a 24-hour gym.

Shoppers love the Marriott for its location next to the Eaton Centre and steps from Sankofa Square as well as its room size, which is larger than most in the city, though lacking in decorative flair. The indoor rooftop pool offers impressive views, as do Trios Bistro and its bar, which overlooks Trinity Square. Rooms feature plush pillow-top mattresses, down comforters, and designer duvets.

A central location, reasonable prices, and expert management make this 1835 stucco inn a real find. Some of the rooms have original fireplaces, outdoor patios, brass beds, and wicker furniture. It's hard to imagine more wallpaper patterns in one building—or in one room—but for loyal guests who return year after year, it just adds to the homey British-country-inn charm.