10 Best Romantic Weekend Getaways In Ontario, Canada - Updated 2024

romantic weekend getaways ontario
Kei
Kei 
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Ontario is one of the best destinations to go for outdoor adventures. Known for its beautiful lakes and stunning parks, Ontario can offer plenty of places perfect for a quick getaway with your partner. Couples can go on a long drive to see Niagara Falls, ski over the Blue Mountains, or drink their way through vineyards in Prince Edward County. At night, you can set the mood by scattering some rose petals or pop a bottle of champagne with violinists playing in the background in Tegamami. Whether you are newly dating couples, honeymooners, or simply looking for an escape with your beloved, scroll down for the best romantic weekend getaways in Ontario, Canada.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to couple-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

1. Blue Mountains (from USD 125)

Blue Mountains
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Michael used under CC BY 2.0

Enjoy a romantic weekend getaway to the Blue Mountains, which is located 170.6 kilometers (106 miles) from Toronto. Embrace the winter season and cozy up with your significant other or go skiing in Ontario’s biggest public ski destination, Blue Mountain Resort. There are seven chairlifts that can welcome guests. Smacked right in the heart of the Blue Mountains is Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites, which is just a few minutes away from resort attractions, restaurants, and shops. Couples can keep warm and toasty, with seasonal outdoor pools and year-round hot tubs.

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Blue Mountain Resort Village Suites

Wifi Available

Address: 156 Jozo Weider Blvd
2.13 km (1.4 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

2. Haliburton County (from USD 158)

Algonquin Cache Lake Lookout
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Ptrbnsn used under CC BY-SA 3.0

From Toronto, tourists can travel 214.2 kilometers (133 miles) to get to Haliburton County. Couples can escape to Haliburton to enjoy some scenic views. Some of the most popular attractions are Algonquin Provincial Park and Minden. If you are looking for a place to stay, Heather Lodge might be your best pick. Five golf courses and artisan studios are fifteen minutes away from the lodge. Outdoor activities such as kayaking and hiking are perfect for couples who love to admire the wildlife and scenery.

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Heather Lodge

Wifi Available

Address: 14483 Highway 35
139.93 km (87.0 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Room service Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing

3. Niagara Falls (from USD 111)

Best Romantic Weekend Getaways In Ontario, Canada
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Saffron Blaze used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Chase waterfalls over the weekend with your partner in Niagara Falls. The distance from Toronto to Niagara Falls is 128.2 kilometers (80 miles). The falls provide a source of hydroelectric power and can produce over four million kilowatts of electricity, which is shared by Canada and the United States. Adapting to the new normal health and safety protocols, common touchpoints are sanitized regularly, and social distancing with distance markers are placed all over the facility. You can enjoy a date with your partner at Top of the Falls Restaurant, with views of the Horseshoe Falls from its outdoor dining decks and floor-to-ceiling windows. The closest hotel to the falls is Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa.

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Marriott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa

Address: 6740 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON, CAN, L2G3W6
185.43 km (115.3 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Cycling Fire extinguishers Shared lounge/TV area Smoke alarms Facilities for disabled guests Parking Fitness centre Car hire

4. Prince Edward County (from USD 218)

Winery, Prince Edward County
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user XeresNelro used under CC BY-SA 4.0

Prince Edward County is the perfect place to reconnect with nature, located 1,686 km (1,047.6 mi) away from Toronto. Whether you are looking to enjoy some music, cultural shows, or theater performances held in picture-perfect vineyards, this county is the perfect romantic getaway destination. Art workshops and volunteer work at an organic farm are available for those who want to get their hands dirty.

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Drake Devonshire

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 24 Wharf Street
243.81 km (151.5 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Terrace

5. Niagara-on-the-Lake (from USD 162)

Niagara-On-The-Lake
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Artur Staszewski used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Sitting on the Lake Ontario shores, you can find a town called Niagara-on-the-Lake. It is 132 kilometers (82 miles) from Toronto and is about 17 kilometers (10.6 miles) from Niagara Falls. The town is known for its award-winning wineries and Shaw Festival. Tourists usually flock to the town for its outstanding vintage wines. Make sure to pop a bottle of the world-famous Niagara Icewine during your date with your partner.

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Prince of Wales

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6 Picton Street
169.62 km (105.4 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

6. Stratford (from USD 124)

Stratford City Hall, Downtown Stratford, Ontario
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Ken Lund used under CC BY-SA 2.0

In 2017, MacLean’s Magazine identified Stratford as one of the best places to live in Canada mainly because of its accessibility to healthcare, arts, community, and transit. Stratford is 149.4 kilometers (93 miles) from Toronto. Named after the place of birth of William Shakespeare, Stratford Festival stages a creative drama inspired by one of the legendary Shakespearean plays, happening every year from April to October. You can bring your date to one of the annual theater festivals and stay in Best Western Plus The Arden Park Hotel.

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Best Western PLUS The Arden Park Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 552 Ontario Street
134.54 km (83.6 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

7. Huntsville (from USD 76)

Arrowhead Lake
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user John Vetterli used under CC BY-SA 2.0

The town of Huntsville is the largest in the Muskoka Region of Ontario. Its distance from Toronto is 232.1 kilometers (144 miles). Located in the hilly parts of the Canadian Shield, this town is known for its bold granite outcroppings and freshwater lakes. Thrill-seeking couples can love the outdoors when they go hiking or trekking in Arrowhead Provincial Park. Trees can turn to stunning shades of orange during fall. Couples can also explore Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve, which has 20 private lakes. For a bit of Muskoka history, you can stay at Hidden Valley Resort.

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Hidden Valley Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection

Wifi Available

Address: 1755 Valley Road
134.41 km (83.6 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

8. Killarney

Killarney George Lake
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Sergey Pesterev used under CC BY-SA 4.0

The first thing that could come to mind when you mention Killarney is a wilderness park. Killarney Provincial Park is located on the east of the town, which covers much of the municipality’s extended boundary. It is 426.4 kilometers (265 miles) away from Toronto. You can explore the La Cloche Mountains with your partner. Upon reaching the highest peak, you can be rewarded with sweeping breathtaking views. You can relax by the beach and go fishing, swimming, camping, and canoeing in any of the 50 lakes in Killarney. During autumn and winter, you can go snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or stargazing at George Lake Campground while you snuggle inside one of the heated yurts.

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9. Tobermory

Tobermory, Bruce Peninsula National Park, ON
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Preeteesh used under CC BY-SA 4.0

Tobermory, widely known as the freshwater scuba diving capital of the world, is a harbor village on the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario. Tobermory is 295.4 kilometers (183.6 miles) from Toronto. Nearby, you can find Bruce Trail en route to Niagara Escarpment. Visit Fathom Five National Marine Park with your partner to scuba dive or snorkel and uncover underwater waterfalls, multiple shipwreck dive sites, submerged forests, and canyons.

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Tobermory, Ontario, Canada
134.07 km (83.4 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
228 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the space is adorable and the bed is super comfy and cozy
the kitchen was really nice and functional for us for a weekend
rustic yet modern and comfortable
Cleanliness:
cottage was very clean with nice modern decor
this cabin is very clean organized and cozy
a beautiful place to stay super clean and inviting
the cabin was very clean and had everything we needed
it was very clean and in an excellent location
Host:
the host is nice and thoughtful
amanda and jose were lovely hosts
host were very friendly and accommodating
the owners are really lovely and the grounds are charming
the owners had lots of great tips for exploring
Location:
nice central location too
the location is perfect
close to all main attractions
great place and close to town
great unique space in amazing location
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10. Temagami (from USD 102)

Temagami Ontario
Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user P199 used under CC BY-SA 2.5

Temagami is located in northeastern Ontario, Canada. The town is 453.5 kilometers (281.8 miles) from Toronto. North Bay is the closest airport. Temagami is known for its old-growth red and white pine forest that is majestically about three hundred years old. You can head to popular attractions such as Marten River Provincial Park, Temagami Fire Tower, and more. Here, you can make Smoothwater Lodge your home base and get a romantic room for couples.

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Temagami, Ontario, Canada
302.16 km (187.8 mi) from Scenic Caves Nature Adventures
5 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in nature lodge 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great place cozy wifi was an issue but other than that— super beautiful location clean room and cordial hosts
Cleanliness:
the rooms were clean and comfortable
very clean and comfortable and a beautiful location
johanna's place is clean and cosy situated in some beautiful wilderness on a small lake
Host:
johanna and staff were so personable and kind
johanna is a very welcoming host
she is a great and attentive hostess
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Enjoy a romantic weekend in Ontario

Take a quick break and explore the best romantic weekend getaways in Ontario, Canada. Enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, trekking, and canoeing for an adventurous trip. You can also attend wine festivals to make the most of your vacation.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Kei is a modern-day Scheherazade who loves to weave travel and food stories in her daily life. When she's not creating media plans and whipping up marketing ideas, she'll be traipsing across the...Read more

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