The Sweet Heat of a Spa Getaway to Ontario’s Cottage Country in Winter

Updated November 2019

There’s something about the snowy season that evokes a need to rest and repose, and just like the woodland animals that retreat to their cozy lairs to hibernate, the long months with the shortest days are, for some of us, a time to take it easy and chill out. And that means adding a little heat.

In addition to many resorts, inns and day spas offering special packages designed to reset your inner balance and well-being, the fine establishments throughout Almaguin, Muskoka and Parry Sound are situated in some of the most stunning seasonal scenery you’ll find in the province of Ontario. The frosted forests, the vistas across thousands of frozen lakes, and the pure white snow that falls anew will heighten your senses and generate feelings of calmness and serenity.

Add to that warming yourself by a crackling fire with a wonderful book or indulging in some fine cuisine, and you’ve got the recipe for an exceptional – and deserved – health and wellness break.

Here is just a partial list of spas to visit this winter in Ontario’s cottage country.

Beginnings Spa at Sherwood Inn Port Carling
Amba Spa at Touchstone on Lake Muskoka Bracebridge
Amba Spa at Deerhurst Resort Hunstville
Avalon Spa at Christie’s Mill Port Severn
Beginnings Spa  Mac Tier
Georgian Oasis Spa Parry Sound
HM Day Spa  Huntsville
LakeHouse Spa at Rawley Resort Port Severn
Lily Pad Day Spa  Huntsville
Perfectly Pampered Day Spa Parry Sound 
Revive Salon & Spa  Bala
Spa Muskoka Utterson
Spa Rosseau at the J.W. Marriott Resort Minett
Studio 43 Salon and Spa Muskoka  Bracebridge
The Couples Resort Spa Whitney (Algonquin Park east)
Trillium Resort & Spa Port Sydney
Total Body Care Day Spa and Boutique Bracebridge
Within Life Enhancement Spa  Bracebridge

To plan your winter vacation in the wilderness north of Toronto, click here.

Got a favourite spa in our region that we’ve missed? Email [email protected] to let us know!