11 Ontario Romantic Getaways For Couples in 2025
Are you looking for the most romantic Ontario getaway destinations to take your sweetheart?
We’ve been traveling Ontario as a couple for the last 7 years and are here to share our list of the best places to take a romantic weekend away. With so many quaint towns and fascinating cities to explore, we hope this list sparks a sense of adventure for you and your sweetheart!
We’ll highlight some of the most impressive inns, boutique hotels and luxurious, world-class accommodations in Ontario’s most picturesque destinations. We’ll speak from our own travel experience wherever possible, and where we haven’t personally visited, you can rest assured we’ve done extensive research to know that destination is worth adding to your (and our) bucket list.
💲 Helpful Tip: Save money on your couples getaway by visiting the small towns on this list! Hotel prices tend to be cheaper, dining options are more affordable and there’s a good chance one of these rural locations will be close to home.
Most Romantic Ontario Getaways For Couples
This list of our favourite getaway destinations Ontario for couples is a mix of the most iconic sites in the province, as well as some off the beaten path, down a dusty road or hidden away in a charming forest. We want to give you lots of variety to inspire creativity and to help you experience something new.
For each charming destination you’ll get a few recommended places to stay, plus our recommendations of what to do to spark excitement and passion for each other. So if you’re ready, start dreaming together as you plan your next romantic trip in Ontario together.
1. Blue Mountains
Located two hours from Toronto, Blue Mountains is a popular winter getaway in Ontario for plenty of good reasons. This mountain town is home to Ontario’s largest ski resort, as well as a variety of spas, shops, restaurants and cafes in the quaint village of Blue Mountain.
-toursit town along the southern Georgian Bay; located along the Niagara Escarpment
-premiere year-round vacation destinations in Ontario
-spas, beaches, skiing resorts, Ontario’s largest mountain village resort (and Ontario’s largest public location for skiing)
-close to Scenic Caves Nature Adventures in Collingwood where you can experience hiking in ancient forest filled with caves and caverns, ziplining, a suspension bridge and experience outdoor activities unlike anywhere else in the province
-along the Apple Pie Trail, an area known for bakeries, breweries, distilleries and fruit farms
-in June, this town is home to the Blue Mountain Film Festival
What to Do in Blue Mountains
❤️ Have a digital detox at Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
❤️ Ski, snowboard, tube, hike or bike at Blue Mountain Resort
Whether you’re a skier, snowboarder or love to hit the slopes in an inflatable tube, Blue Mountain Resort is a great place to be in the winter. With ski 40 trails, 5 terrain parks and over 40 snowtubing lanes, Blue Mountain Ski Resort is the largest and most popular ski resort in Ontario.
And if you’re looking for a way to relax after your day on the slopes, Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain is definitely worth checking out. We’ve personally experienced the hot and cold treatments that Scandinave is known for and recommend it to anyone and everyone. It was absolutely incredible.
✅ Skate on the Rideau Canal
✅ Experience the Winterlude Festival
Where to Stay in Blue Mountains
There are plenty of great places to stay in a city the size and caliber of Ottawa. Downtown accommodations will give you access to some of the best things to do in the city, while hotels in the surrounding neighbourhoods will offer quieter streets and cheaper rates.
📍 Fairmont Chateau Laurier – To get the full Ottawa experience, we recommend staying in one of the historic hotels downtown, like the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Laurier right on the Rideau Canal.
➡️ Relax in luxury at Fairmont Chateau Laurier
2. Collingwood
What to Do in Collingwood
✅ Hit the slopes at Blue Mountain Resort
✅ Unwind at Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
Where to Stay in Collingwood
There are plenty of great places to stay in Blue Mountains, but we highly recommend booking a stay in the Blue Mountain Ski Village. This village offers a variety of accommodations, from cozy hotels to luxury condos, all within walking distance of the ski resort.
📍 The Westin Trillium House Blue Mountain – Stay in luxury at The Westin’s waterfront property, located steps away from the ski hills and the buzz of Blue Mountain Village.
➡️ Retreat at The Westin Trillium House Blue Mountain
3. Tobermory
One of Canada’s most beloved winter getaways has to be Muskoka, Ontario. This region is known for its stunning scenery, and winter is no exception.
Muskoka offers visitors incredible snowshoeing opportunities, picturesque frozen lakeside views, and a plethora of outdoor activities to keep you warm in the winter months.
What To Do in Tobermory
Muskoka is home to plenty of outdoor adventures that make it one of the top places to go during winter in Ontario. The area is known for its great snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails, as well as dog sledding tours!
Muskoka is also home to a number of picturesque waterfalls, including Bracebridge Falls, High Falls, and Rosseau Falls.
One of Muskoka’s top tourist attractions is Arrowhead Provincial Park. Skating on the ice rink that lines the park’s circular island is one of the best things to do in Muskoka, drawing in tourists all winter long.
If the outdoors isn’t your style, don’t worry – Muskoka also has plenty of great spots to explore indoors. Visit local towns and markets or hit up one of the local craft breweries that scatter the region.
✅ Skate on Arrowhead Provincial Park’s Ice Skating Trail
✅ Book a dog sledding experience
Where To Stay in Tobermory
Muskoka is full of cozy cabins, winter wonderlands, and resort-style accommodations that make it the perfect winter escape.
📍JW Marriott The Rosseau Resort and Spa – For a luxurious and relaxing Ontario winter resort for families or couples, we recommend JW Marriott The Rosseau Resort and Spa.
➡️ Book your stay at JW Marriott The Rosseau Resort and Spa
4. Niagara on the Lake
This iconic Ontario Provincial Park is a top place to visit in Ontario in winter for anyone looking to experience Ontario’s wilderness at its finest. With over 7,600 square kilometers of wilderness to discover, Algonquin Park is a true winter wonderland.
Algonquin Park is also an incredible place to spot wildlife, like moose, bear, wolves, otters and birds.
What to Do in Niagara on the Lake
There are endless outdoor things to do in Algonquin Park in winter. One of the best ways to experience this park is by going on a winter camping trip. Tent camping or yurt camping is available within the park.
If winter camping isn’t your thing, consider a winter hike, snowshoeing, fat biking, cross-country skiing, or skating on the park’s outdoor rink. There are tons of trails to explore in this vast park, with various access points around its perimeter.
✅ Camp in a yurt
✅ Explore Algonquin Park’s wilderness trails
Where to Stay in Niagara on the Lake
When it comes to winter camping in Algonquin Provincial Park, there are two main options: front-country campsites and yurts, and backcountry camping.
📍 Algonquin Provincial Park – Front-country sites and yurts are available all year round at Mew Lake Campground. Backcountry camping requires hiking, skiing, snowshoeing or dogsledding to your site.
➡️ Reserve your campsite at Algonquin Park
5. Niagara Falls
Downtown Toronto is a great place to experience the winter season with literally endless activities and top attractions to choose from.
But it’s also safe to say that Toronto offer so much to do beyond the well-known tourist attractions, and winter is a great time to see a different side of the city.
What To Do in Niagara Falls
Aside from some of the top tourist attractions in Toronto, like the CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium, or the Hockey Hall of Fame, Ontario’s capital city offers some uniquely winter activities that are worth checking out.
Consider spending an evening at the popular outdoor skating at Nathan Phillip’s Square, shopping at the Toronto Christmas Market (in November and December) or taking part in one of Toronto’s winter festivals.
If you’ve never explored the unique downtown neighbourhoods of Toronto, like Cabbagetown, Chinatown, Distillery District and Greektown, consider adding one of these to your next visit.
Toronto also has amazing shopping districts, like Yonge Street, Bloor Street West, Queen Street West, Kensington Market, and so on. Here you’ll find tons of unique shops, including high-end retailers, eclectic vintage thrift shops, one-of-a-kind boutiques, and popular name brands.
There’s so much to discover in Ontario’s capital city that doesn’t cost much more than the price of the drive to Toronto and making sure you’re well fed.
✅ Skate at Nathan Phillip’s Square
✅ Walk the city streets or cozy up at a restaurant downtown
Where to Stay in Niagara Falls
There are endless accommodation options in Downtown Toronto, so finding the right fit for your getaway is guaranteed.
📍 Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto – We suggest staying at the Delta Hotels by Marriott if you’re looking to relax and be centrally located at the Toronto Harbourfront.
➡️ Book your stay at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto
6. Downtown Toronto
This charming city is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning lake views, rich history, and abundance of outdoor winter activities, Sault Ste Marie is a great place to spend a winter getaway in Ontario.
Located at a unique connecting point of Lake Superior, Lake Huron and the Georgian Bay, as well as at an international boarder with the USA, Sault Ste Marie is an intriguing northern Ontario city for many reasons.
What to Do in Downtown Toronto
There are plenty of things to do outdoors in and around “the Soo” (as locals call it), especially when the city becomes a winter wonderland.
For a truly winter experience, try ice fishing in a nearby lake, Nordic skiing on the 45 km of groomed trails at Hiawatha Highlands, or visit Searchmont Ski Resort for a day of skiing and snowboarding.
If you’re really adventurous, head over to the Lake Superior waterfront in search of one of the lake’s majestic ice caves: Alona Bay Ice Cave, Coppermine Point Ice Cave, Gross Cap Conservation Area Ice cave, Hibbard Bay Ice Cave. Just be sure to take safety very seriously. These ice caves are nothing to take lightly!
For something a bit more low-key, take an outdoor stroll along the waterfront or explore the downtown core for boutiques, galleries and restaurants.
✅ Hit the slopes at Searchmont Ski Resort
✅ Check out the Lake Superior ice caves
Where to Stay in Downtown Toronto
With a few luxurious accommodations as well as some budget-friendly choices, there’s a cozy place to stay for all budgets in Sault Ste Marie.
📍 Quattro Hotel & Conference Centre – This 3-star hotel with indoor pool and free breakfast receives excellent reviews and high customer satisfaction.
➡️ Book your stay at Quattro Hotel & Conference Centre
7. Hamilton
This northern Ontario city is a true winter paradise. With its world-famous science centre, unique mining landmarks, and a plethora of outdoor winter activities to do, Sudbury is the perfect place to spend a winter weekend.
What to Do in Hamilton
A visit to Sudbury wouldn’t be complete without a stop at Science North. This interactive science centre is northern Ontario’s most popular tourist attraction and is perfect for kids and adults alike.
Don’t miss the chance for a photo-op at the Big Nickel and head seven stories below ground for an underground tour at Dynamic Earth.
For outdoor adventures, strap on your skates and hit Ramsey Lake’s outdoor skating path. This 1.5km path is one of the best and most unique outdoor rinks in Ontario.
If you’re looking for a winter hike, head to Laurentian Conservation Area where you’ll find over 30 kilometres of trails to explore, or bring the Group of Seven art to life at Onaping Falls outside the city.
✅ Visit Science North & Dynamic Earth
✅ Go skating on Ramsey Lake
Where to Stay in Hamilton
There are plenty of great places to stay in Sudbury, but we recommend the Hilton Garden Inn Sudbury.
📍 Hilton Garden Inn Sudbury – This hotel is located close to Adanac Ski Hill and offers comfortable rooms, an on-site restaurant, and indoor pool and fitness centre.
➡️ Book your stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Sudbury!
8. Ottawa
Thunder Bay is a fantastic winter destination in Ontario for those looking to experience the rugged beauty of northern Canada.
With its snowy Nor’wester mountains to inspire winter thrill-seekers, and long winter season for winter tourism businesses, Thunder Bay is quite the hotspot in the winter months.
What to Do in Ottawa
If you’re looking for a place to pick your toes into ice climbing, or a spot to check the box on dog sledding, Thunder Bay might be right up your alley. And Thunder Bay’s winter creativity doesn’t stop there.
Skiing and snowboarding? Check. Ice Fishing? Yep. Even ice racing and snowkiting? This city has it all when it comes to outdoor winter activities.
And of course, a trip to Thunder Bay wouldn’t be complete without at least a selfie in front of the Sleeping Giant, or better yet, a hike to the peak for spectacular lookouts over Lake Superior.
Finally, a visit to Kakabeka Falls (Ontario’s second largest waterfall after Niagara Falls) will round out your trip to Thunder Bay, one of Ontario’s best northern cities in the winter.
✅ Explore Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
✅ Visit the towering Kakabeka Falls
Where to Stay in Ottawa
A city the size of Thunder Bay has quite a few great places to stay.
📍The Courthouse Hotel – We recommend checking out The Courthouse Hotel, a beautiful historic building with modern luxurious decor.
➡️ Book your stay at The Courthouse Hotel
9. Perth
Take a winter retreat to laidback North Bay, located on the serene Lake Nipissing. Embracing its Northeastern Ontario roots, North Bay offers plenty of outdoor activities and attractions for winter travelers.
It’s also a great base camp for exploring the nearby communities or going on hunting, fishing or camping excursions. Known as the “gateway to the north”, North Bay promises a relaxed lifestyle characteristic of the north, but is located only a few short hours from Toronto.
What to Do in Perth
If you’re looking for a relaxing place to enjoy the Canadian outdoors in winter, North Bay is a great place to start.
Skiers and snowboarders can explore the slopes of Laurentian Ski Hill, while those looking for a peaceful hike will enjoy the 50+ km of groomed trails, perfect for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing when the snow falls.
Bring your skates and head over to one of the city’s outdoor rinks, or pack your fishing gear and head to the frozen Lake Nipissing for ice fishing. Don’t forget to visit Duchesnay Falls for an up-close view of one of Northeastern Ontario’s best waterfalls in winter snow.
And for an extra sweet outing, if you’re visiting North Bay during maple syrup tapping season in March, head to nearby Powassan for their annual Maple Syrup Festival.
✅ Walk along the icy shores of Lake Nipissing
✅ Visit the roaring Duchesnay Falls
Where to Stay in Perth
Accommodations in North Bay range from rustic cabin rentals, to classy hotels.
📍 Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites – We recommend the Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites in North Bay for its modern and comfortable accommodations and high satisfaction ratings.
➡️ Book your stay at Fairfield by Marriott
10. Golden Lake
Located between Georgian Bay and Lake Huron, Bruce Peninsula is one of Ontario’s most beautiful destinations for a winter getaway.
The towns that line the Bruce Peninsula offer a unique Ontario outdoor experience of cliff trails, crystal blue coastlines and fascinating geological features. Snow often abounds on the Bruce Peninsula, making it one of Ontario’s most popular cottage destinations in the winter months.
What to Do in Golden Lake
Visiting the Bruce Peninsula in winter is one of the best ways to see the beautiful Georgian Bay coastline without having to contend with the summer crowds.
You can take a guided snowshoe tour to the icy Grotto cave in Bruce Peninsula National Park, or explore the Bruce Trail and its side trails.
If you venture on the trails on your own, keep safety at the forefront of your mind, as the sheer cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment are very unforgiving and all the more dangerous when covered in snow and ice.
Don’t forget to check out the incredible stargazing opportunities in the area, as the Bruce Peninsula is one of Ontario’s Dark Sky Preserves!
✅ Snowshoe to the icy Grotto in Bruce Peninsula National Park
✅ Stargaze in the Bruce Peninsula Dark Sky Preserve
Where to Stay in Golden Lake
While many of the accommodations that line the Bruce Peninsula are seasonal to the warmer months, there are still some fabulous B&Bs and cottages open all winter long.
📍 The Forest House B&B – The Forest House B&B – Adults Only in Tobermory is one such accommodation that is continually highly rated by guests.
➡️Book your stay at The Forest House B&B
11. Algonquin Provincial Park
The Kawartha Lakes is prime cottage country, with rolling hills, peaceful rivers and hundreds of lakes that are perfect for exploring by foot or by snowmobile.
It’s the perfect place to retreat for a week at a cottage or to explore as a day trip from Toronto.
What to Do in Algonquin Provincial Park
The Kawarthas region offers all sorts of winter activities for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Book a cottage or stay in a unique country B&B surrounded by frozen-over lakes and wild forest.
Head into one of the many quaint towns such as Lindsay, Fenelon Falls and Bobcaygeon, or take a drive to Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park to walk one of the park’s groomed trails.
The natural beauty of the Kawartha Lakes region is more than enough to qualify it as one of the best places to visit in Ontario in winter.
✅ Snowmobile through the Kawartha Lakes
✅ Explore the quaint towns in cottage country
Where to Stay in Algonquin Provincial Park
With a number of luxurious and rustic cottages alike, the Kawartha Lakes region has no lack of unique accommodations for rent.
📍 Burleigh Falls Inn – The quaint Burleigh Falls Inn is a prime example of what this area has to offer.
➡️Book your stay at Burleigh Falls Inn
12. Prince Edward County
Killarney Provincial Park is one of Ontario’s winter wonderlands. With its snow-covered forests and icy waters, Killarney offers a unique outdoor experience for visitors looking to explore its rugged beauty during the colder months.
Camping in Killarney Provincial Park during the winter is a much different experience than during the summer months. During the winter, motorized vehicles are not permitted past the park office, meaning you’ll have to ski or snowshoe into your site, pulling your camping gear behind in a sled.
What to Do in Prince Edward County
Making your way to your campsite isn’t the only time you’ll want to strap on your skis, because Killarney’s forested trails offer many spectacular trails to explore.
It’s rocky landscape is often featured in Canadian landscape photography, and if you’re skilled on the camera you’ll have the chance to capture some truly beautiful shots.
Campers can choose to rough it tent-style, or book a cozy yurt (soft-sided shelter) to keep warm at night. And before bed, be sure to check out the starry sky above, because Killarney was Ontario’s very first Dark Sky Preserve, and for good reason.
✅ Ski and snowshoe the park trails
✅ Appreciate the night sky from Canada’s first Dark Sky Preserve
Where To Stay in Prince Edward County
Since Killarney Provincial Park offers winter camping, we recommend pitching a tent (if you’re brave!) or booking a yurt for your overnight accommodations in the area.
➡️ Make an Ontario Parks reservation here
13. Kingston
Niagara Falls is an incredibly magical spot in the winter months, particularly during a snowfall when the falls are icy white.
Even though the popular Hornblower Cruises aren’t running during this time of year, there are still plenty of ways to experience Niagara Falls in its most beautiful form.
What to Do in Kingston
Visitors to the area can explore the city on foot, taking a stroll in front of Table Rock Welcome Centre (offering up-close views of the falls) and Clifton Hill (the Entertainment District). A wintery walk around the area is guaranteed to give you some incredible views of the falls from different angles.
There are also several museums and attractions to explore in the area, such as Journey Behind the Falls, The Bird Kingdom and Niagara’s Fury.
✅ Take a wintery walk around Niagara Falls
✅ Explore attractions like Journey Behind the Falls and The Bird Kingdom
While Niagara Falls is in close proximity to most Ontario travelers, if you’re flying into Toronto, check out the best ways to get to Niagara Falls from Pearson International Airport.
Where To Stay in Kingston
Niagara Falls is filled with hotels and holiday homes of all types.
📍 Sterling Inn & Spa – If you’re looking for a luxurious place to unwind, book a stay at Niagara Falls’ premiere boutique hotel, The Sterling Inn & Spa.
➡️ Book your stay at The Sterling Inn & Spa
Great Wolf Lodge, Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is also home to one of the best indoor waterparks in North America! From waterslides to mini golf to a full list of programming activities throughout the day, Great Wolf Lodge is one of the best family getaways in Ontario in any season.
📍Great Wolf Lodge, Niagara Falls – Escape the cold with Great Wolf Lodge family resort this winter!
➡️ Book your stay at the Great Wolf Lodge
14. Rice Lake
Niagara on the Lake is a charming town located just minutes away from Niagara Falls.
This area offers its visitors an incredible winter getaway as they explore some of the best Niagara Region wineries, take carriage rides through the snow-covered streets, or simply cozy up in one of the many luxury inns and hotels that dot the area.
What to Do in Rice Lake
Niagara on the Lake is a great option for those looking to escape to luxury-land and explore some of Ontario’s finest wine country. There are several wineries located across the region, as well as quaint shops offering local goods and products.
Booking a wine tour is one of the best ways to experience Niagara on the Lake, and is our recommended activity for this getaway.
In our recent trip to Niagara on the Lake we stopped at the Wayne Gretzky Estates to enjoy the busy outdoor ice rink and heated patio. It was filled with families enjoying the activities of this winery estate.
✅ Indulge with a wine tour
✅ Spend the night at a luxury boutique hotel & spa
Where To Stay in Rice Lake
Niagara on the Lake has made a name for itself when it comes to boutique hotels, spa hotels, and vintage hotels.
📍 124 on Queen Hotel & Spa – While there are many highly-rated Niagara on the Lake hotels, 124 on Queen Hotel & Spa gets our recommendation for this one.
➡️ Book your stay at 124 on Queen Hotel & Spa
15. Buckhorn
The Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington is a beautiful destination year round, and especially enjoyable in the dead of winter!
Not only is the lush Mediterranean Garden a breath of life in the cold season, but the outdoor holiday displays in Hendrie Gardens are a reason to visit in and of itself!
What to Do in Buckhorn
Between late November and early January each winter, Hendrie Park is lit up with 1.5 km of festive lights, with treats and hot drinks, live entertainment, and an indoor train display through the gardens. This makes for a delightful way to spend winter evenings getting in the Christmas mood.
On the other hand, if you’re just looking for a great place to take the family for a day out, the Gardens staff host programs for all ages to explore the garden life even in the winter.
The marsh trails in Cootes Paradise on Lake Ontario also provide beautiful wintery sites to enjoy all season long.
✅ Visit Hendrie Park’s festive outdoor displays
✅ Relax in the lush indoor Mediterranean Garden
Where to Stay in Buckhorn
For those looking to make the most of their time at the Royal Botanical Gardens, we suggest staying at the newly renovated Hampton Inn & Suites Burlington.
📍Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Burlington
➡️ Book your stay at Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Burlington
16. Huntsville
Hamilton is one of Southern Ontario’s most thrilling and diverse cities when it comes to outdoor adventures. With over 150 waterfalls, a beautiful section of the Bruce Trail, the towering Niagara Escarpment, and a city brimming with life, Hamilton is definitely one of our favourite places to visit in Ontario in the winter.
What to Do in Huntsville
Hamilton is the perfect winter destination for those seeking outdoor adventure! Aside from taking a stroll along the trails in Cootes Paradise, we highly recommend visiting some of the frozen waterfalls that have made Hamilton the “waterfall capital of the world”.
And if you’re feeling up to trying your hand at a winter extreme sport, OneAxe Pursuits and The Alpine Club of Canada offer guided ice climbing tours of Tiffany Falls.
Outdoor skating at Pier 8 on Lake Ontario is another fun Hamilton winter pastime and the perfect way to take in the beautiful city skyline at night!
✅ Ice climbing at Tiffany Falls
✅ Outdoor skating at Pier 8 on Lake Ontario
Where to Stay in Huntsville
Downtown Hamilton has a number of excellent, reasonably priced chain hotels to choose from.
📍 Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton – The Homewood Suites by Hilton offers spacious, well-appointed suites in a convenient downtown location, perfect for walking to many of the downtown shops and restaurants.
➡️ Book your stay at Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton
17. Rosseau
Located on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe, Orillia is a beautiful and vibrant city in central Ontario.
Orillia offers an exciting range of winter activities to make your winter vacation memorable. From ski hills to fat biking trails to ice fishing excursions, Orillia is a popular Ontario winter getaway destination for plenty of excellent reasons.
What to Do in Orillia During Winter
In winter, Orillia is a great place to enjoy a range of outdoor activities. Grab your skis and hit the slopes at one of the nearby ski resorts of Mount St. Louis Moonstone, Snow Valley or Horseshoe Resort.
If skiing isn’t your thing, take a snowmobile tour with Cottage Country Tours in nearby Severn and explore the area’s winter wonderland.
Or, cozy up in style at Fern Resort for an all-inclusive winter getaway, where you can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, outdoor ice skating on a 1.5 km trail, curling on the lake ice and lots more.
✅ Downhill ski or snowboard at one of Simcoe County’s ski hills
✅ Book an all-inclusive stay at Fern Resort on the lakefront
Where to Stay in Rosseau
Nestled in Ontario’s cottage country, Orillia boasts a wide variety of accommodations, including lots of cottage rentals surrounding the city. For those looking for a relaxing hotel stay, we recommend Fern Resort, an all-inclusive resort on the lakefront in Orillia.
➡️ Book your stay at Fern Resort
18. Orangeville
Elora is a charming and quaint village located in Wellington County. Known for its limestone cliffs along Elora Gorge, as well as being a hub for outdoor adventures in every season, Elora is one of the best places to visit in Ontario during winter.
What to Do in Orangeville
In the winter months, Elora offers some pretty unique winter adventures. Ice climb with OneAxe Pursuits on a frozen Elora Gorge cliff, snowshoe the 1.5 km long Aboyne Trail or the Elora Cataract Trailway, or shop the boutiques that line this quaint tourist town.
Close off your night with a spa treatment at the renowned Elora Mill and Spa, and a gourmet dinner in the dining room lined with ceiling to floor windows overlooking the limestone gorge.
✅ Ice climbing with OneAxe Pursuits
✅ Treat yourself to the spa at Elora Mill and Spa
Where to Stay in Orangeville
When it comes to noteworthy accommodations in Elora, the historic Elora Mill Hotel is an obvious top pick. But this isn’t the only luxurious place to stay in Elora.
In fact, Inner Joy Getaways offers a unique, and rather intriguing, accommodation along the Grand River.
📍 Inner Joy Getaways – Stay in beautifully repurposed and refinished shipping containers transformed into themed suites. Each of these luxurious suites include a private hot tub and special touches reminiscent of the local areas.
➡️ Book your stay at Inner Joy Getaways
19. Elora
Manitoulin Island is a stunning island in northern Lake Huron and the largest freshwater island in the world. Winter on Manitoulin includes some of the most spectacular snowscapes, with plenty of activities to make your Ontario winter vacation truly unique and unforgettable.
What to Do on Elora
During the winter months, visitors to Manitoulin Island can enjoy a variety of activities such as snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice caving, skiing and snowmobiling.
The world-famous Cup & Saucer Trail is especially popular during the winter months, when you can take in beautiful snowy views of the island from the top of the Niagara Escarpment. Ice fishing is also a popular winter activity on the island’s inner lakes.
If you visit Manitoulin when the cold has frozen over Bridal Veil Falls, you might even be able to climb behind the falls to see its majestic ice cave. But be very cautious as this can be a high risk activity and safety should be of utmost importance.
For those looking for a unique nighttime experience, consider renting a stargazing cabin at Manitoulin Eco Park DarkSky Preseve, where, if you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights!
✅ Snowshoeing the Cup & Saucer Trail
✅ Stargazing at Manitoulin Eco Park DarkSky Reserve
Where to Stay on Elora
The most popular accommodation on Manitoulin Island the Manitoulin Island Hotel and Conference Centre, located in Little Current.
📍 Manitoulin Island Hotel and Conference Centre
➡️ Book your stay at Manitoulin Island Hotel and Conference Centre
20. Stratford
Cochrane, Ontario is a snowmobiling town packed full of winter activities and winter travelers. It’s the launching point for tours to Moosonee on the James Bay and the starting point for Abitibi Canyon Loop, which features some of the furthest north groomed snowmobile trails in Ontario.
What to Do in Stratford
If you love winter, you’ll love Cochrane! There are plenty of activities to keep you busy in the winter months, including dog sledding, snowmobiling, and ice fishing.
For a truly unique experience, visit Polar Bear Habitat where you can observe polar bears in their natural habitat.
Take a tour of the Abitibi Canyon Loop on a snowmobile for incredible views of the gorge and its surrounding areas.
Or, if you’re looking to head even further north, head on the Polar Bear Express Train to Moosonee on the James Bay!
✅ Go snowmobiling on Abitibi Canyon Loop
✅ Visit Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat
Where To Stay in Stratford
Being a small, northern Ontario town, Cochrane has limited hotels. Our recommendation for where to stay in Cochrane is the Econo Lodge.
➡️ Book your stay at Econo Lodge Cochrane
21. Cambridge
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Cambridge
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Cambridge
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
22. Norfolk County
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Norfolk County
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Norfolk County
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
23. London
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in London
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in London
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
24. Goderich
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Goderich
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Goderich
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
25. Grand Bend
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Grand Bend
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Grand Bend
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
26. Oxford County
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Oxford County
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Oxford County
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
27. Pelee Island
The small northern city of Timmins is known for its snowy winter landscapes and abundance of outdoor activities. Snowmobiling is very popular here, as it is one of Canada’s top snowmobiling regions.
Home to one of the largest airports in northern Ontario, Timmins is an easy flight in and out from Toronto. Better yet, if you’re up for a spectacular scenic drive, it’s about 3.5 hours due north of Sudbury through some of the finest Canadian Shield landscapes.
What to Do in Pelee Island
Timmins offers a wide range of activities for winter adventures, including snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails, ice fishing opportunities and much more. Mount Jamieson, the tallest tube park in Ontario, is also a perfect getaway spot for those looking for a thrill.
For something more tranquil, take a drive south to High Falls, where you can admire the spectacular waterfall and explore the surrounding trails.
✅ Visit Mount Jamieson, Ontario’s tallest tube park
✅ Head to High Falls waterfall
Where To Stay in Pelee Island
Timmins is home to a good number of chain hotels, offering guests some choice in where they want to stay.
📍 Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel – We recommend the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel for its extremely positive reviews.
➡️ Book your stay at the Best Western Premier Northwood Hotel
Map of Romantic Getaways in Ontario
We’ve included this map of where to find each of these Ontario romantic getaway destinations to help you decide which is best suited for you.
Ontario Romantic Getaways FAQs
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Wrap Up: Most Romantic Getaway Destinations in Ontario
If you’ve been needing a getaway with your spouse for a while now, we urge you to go! From our experience, even just a night away in a calm, relaxing location is enough to rekindle the passion that keeps you glued together.
We also speak from a place of travelling on a budget. While we love the occasional night in a luxurious hotel, we also know full well that the romance comes from enjoying bonding activities, having good conversations, and being in the mood to unwind. That gives us the ability to travel to beautiful places while keeping our accommodation expenses within reason.
With our list of destinations, things to do, and places to stay by budget we trust you now have all the info you need to do the same.
Erie is the owner and author of Everywhere Ontario. She’s lived and traveled around Ontario for over 30 years, visiting small towns and big cities from the shores of Lake Erie to the crisp northern air of Hearst along the Trans-Canada Highway. She is passionate about maximizing fun and supporting local tourist businesses and is always looking to provide the best recommendations to her fellow Ontario travelers. Read more about Erie here.