Whether winter is your least or most favourite season, you have to admit, there’s something magical about winter in Ontario! Believe it or not, some actually travel here for a vacation to enjoy the winter festivities. Lucky for us, we don’t need to go all too far to indulge in a nice winter getaway. There are even options for those who don’t want to get knee-deep in the snow to enjoy a relaxing vacation that feels far, far away.
From winter resorts to luxurious full-service hotels, enjoy a getaway near Toronto at one of these places!
The Briars Resort & Spa
Located just under an hour away from Toronto, you can enjoy a stay at The Briars Resort & Spa on Lake Simcoe! Not only can you enjoy a relaxing spa experience and some delish dining, but there are also plenty of winter activities to participate in including snowshoeing, campfires with s’mores, cross-country skiing, and more!
Shangri-La Toronto
Turn off your mind and relax with an urban escape at Shangri-La in Toronto. Within the stunning sky-high hotel, you can visit Miraj Hammam Spa, which offers luxurious spa services and wellness packages designed to provide the ultimate relaxation experience, featuring influences from authentic Middle East traditions.
Horseshoe Resort
For those of you who are craving a bit of adventure in your getaway, visit Horseshoe Resort! The resort has 28 ski runs, 304 feet of vertical rise, 6 lifts, and Ontario’s longest beginner’s carpet and Outlaw Terrain Park. If you’re not already great at skiing or snowboarding, by the time you leave you’ll probably have all kinds of new skills! They also offer cross-country skiing, snowshoes, fat bikes, and snow tubing.
Old Mill Toronto Hotel
Indulge in one of Old Mill’s hotel packages to customize your perfect staycation getaway! Old Mill Toronto has an old-world charm that makes it feel like you’re far away from city life, without actually having to travel. You can choose to keep it simple with a refreshing bed and breakfast or enjoy a complete spa getaway that will leave you feeling completely revitalized by the time you have to go back to real life.
Deerhurst Resort
From late December through March Break Deerhurst Resort is offering a “Muskoka Winter Getaways” package for you to enjoy all of the best parts of the winter season! Explore the wilderness on a snowmobile, snowshoes, skis, or fat bikes – then get cozy with a delicious warm meal at the restaurant and relax at the Amba Spa. Take a peek at their other packages here.
Windsor Arms Hotel Toronto
Windsor Arms Hotel Toronto provides an escape that will have you feeling like royalty. Whether you choose to relax in your suite, enjoy high tea in the Tea Room, get pampered in the full-service spa, or grab a cocktail at the bar – Windsor Arms Hotel provides the perfect luxury escape from the outside world. However, if you do choose to step outside, its prime location in Yorkville provides plenty to do.
Blue Mountain Resort
The drive from Toronto to Blue Mountain Resort is totally worth it if you want to transport yourself to a winter retreat that has the best of both worlds. This getaway can be as action-packed or as chill as you decide to make it with tons of winter activity options, including, of course, snowboarding and skiing. You can also visit the Scandinave Spa just a few minutes’ drive away from the hotels!
Great Wolf Lodge
A stay at Great Wolf Lodge is a vacation the entire family can enjoy. Located in Niagara Falls, the indoor waterpark also has plenty of things to do all around. Within the waterpark, there are tons of attractions including an outdoor whirlpool to relax in.
The High Acre
Just over an hour away from Toronto is The High Acre—a charming mansion in the city of Dundas, Ontario. While enjoying a stay at The High Acre, you can choose one of its four stunning rooms, each with its own ensuite spa. The private spas include an infrared sauna, a hammam steam shower with aromatherapy, and a hot/cold bath. It’s the perfect little getaway if you’re looking to take it easy for a night or two!
Friday Harbour
Head over to Friday Harbour in Innisfil to live every day like it’s Friday for a little while at the all-seasons resort! Throughout the winter, Friday Harbour has plenty of activities to embark on, such as a Holiday market running on weekends through December and The Skate Escape happening throughout January. Book your stay here.
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Sometimes all you need is a getaway in your own city. Life is busy, work is stressful and we all just need a break from time to time. But if you can’t take the time off work or a flight isn’t in your budget, you can escape the stress of it all without actually leaving the city.
Toronto is one of the most-loved places in the world, with people visiting from every continent, so why not take advantage of the beautiful hotels it has to offer? From tiny luxury boutique-hotels to hotels connected to enchanting spas, here are 6 places to take a staycation this winter.
The Gladstone Hotel
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With artist-designed hotel rooms, and a restaurant and café serving locally-focused food, The Gladstone Hotel is the perfect place to take a staycation in Toronto. With four floors of art gallery spaces that are always free to hotel guests, The Gladstone aims to connect you with Toronto’s local cultural scene. Make sure to check out their events calendar filled with fun gatherings like karaoke and open mic.
The Drake Hotel
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With two amazing year-round hotel packages, The Drake Hotel offers spectacular rooms designed to make their guests feel special with unique furnishings, eye-popping art and tons of space. If you’re looking to party on your staycation, book the Vinyl Vacation package to get VIP line bypass to Drake’s legendary house party on Friday and Saturday nights, or you can book the Art Passport featuring a $50 dining credit at Drake’s restaurant and an original artwork keepsake.
The Ivy at Verity
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With only four rooms in this tiny boutique hotel, it may take some time to get a booking, but it will be worth the wait. Eat your meals at George, a five-star restaurant connected to the hotel, and book a package at the Sweetgrass spa. A converted 1850s chocolate factory, all four rooms are outfitted with marble bathrooms, heated floors, handcrafted beds and terraces overlooking private courtyards. Plus, you’ll receive a continental breakfast made in-house and delivered right to your room. If that doesn’t scream luxury, I don’t know what does.
Old Mill Toronto
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With the Winter Wonderland package at Old Mill Toronto, you can stay in a European-style luxury king room with a whirlpool tub, fireplace and comfy duvet with a Continental Breakfast served in their gorgeous Terrace room. You’ll also get a $100 gift card and a surprise festive gift. If you’re in the mood for further relaxation, book one of their spa services like a Swedish or deep tissue massage.
Hotel Victoria
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A boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Toronto, Hotel Victoria is one of the city’s oldest buildings, dating back to 1909. Unwind in one of their cozy rooms, outfitted with plush beds, pillow top mattresses and fine linens and duvets. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at Over Easy, their on-site restaurant set in an expansive dining room with charming décor and flavourful cuisine. Eggs are their specialty, but you can also try offerings like French toast, granola and fruit salad, and waffles with fresh strawberries.
The Shangri-La Toronto
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If you really want to treat yourself this winter, the Shangri-La Toronto is just the place. With Asian-inspired luxury rooms designed to enhance your sleep experience, you’re sure to have a more-than-relaxing staycation here. At the hotel’s Health Club, take a swim at their pool that lies beneath a glass roof and features cascade water features to make it even more enchanting.
Do you know any other great places to take a staycation in Toronto? Let us know in the comments.
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