8 Cute + Affordable Motels in Ontario to Visit
With the hit Netflix show Motel Makeover piquing our interest in retro lodging and many Canadians discovering the joys of affordable, local travel this year, the old-school motel is experiencing a revival.
While Motel Makeover shines the spotlight on the June Motel properties in Sauble Beach and Prince Edward County, locals and visitors alike can also experience the nostalgic charm of a motel stay at these cozy properties found in and around the Northeastern Ontario region.
Check out these 8 retro motels in Ontario and start planning your next road trip!
1. The Artsy Mural Motel
Mohawk Motel, Massey
2. The Beachfront Midcentury Modern
Huron Sands Motel, Providence Bay
3. The Outdoor Lovers Getaway
The Two Rivers Motel, Mattawa
4. The Snowmobiler Park & Ride
Norvic Motel, Wahnapitae
Moosehorn Motel
6. The Local Favourite in Franco-Ontario
The Companion, Hearst
With motel-style rooms and hotel-level facilities, the Companion offers the best of both worlds. The property’s pleasant rooms come with fridges and coffee makers, plus guests can take advantage of a fully-licensed restaurant, gift shop, exercise room, and steam room found on-site. Hearst’s population is over 90 percent francophone, so don’t be surprised if you hear diners speaking French at the restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy daily specials like the poutine bar lunch on Fridays, before heading out to discover the area’s prime hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.
7. Beachfront Digs in a Culinary Hotspot
Haileybury Beach Motel
8. A Near-Northern Retreat
The Northridge Inn, Sundridge
The Northridge Inn is just south of North Bay and offers a back-to-nature experience that’s far from roughing it, with rustic-chic lodge rooms featuring serene views of Lake Bernard. The inn’s modern, Canadiana-style rooms come with rain showers, wood-burning fireplaces, and goose down duvets. Guests can unwind by the pool or get active by taking advantage of canoes, kayaks, mountain bikes, and other free sports equipment and facilities available on-site. Days spent exploring Muskoka’s natural beauty can be capped off by savouring seasonal fare at the Northridge restaurant or sipping a cocktail at the intimate Copper Fox Lounge.
We hoped you enjoyed our round up of the best motels to stay in when visiting Northeastern Ontario. Check out more places to stay in Northeastern Ontario and plan your visit today!
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