Recently stayed here for a few days. Beautiful views and nice resort…read more Pros: - Food was quite good - Staff were welcoming and pretty friendly for the majority. - Outdoor whirlpool was really good / strong pressure and hot temps - Rooms are spacious and cleaning staff are helpful. Example: Will lay out your toiletries neatly on a towel in the bathroom lol - They have Kayak/ Canoe/ Paddle - I enjoyed kayaking around a little island in a group. They go fast though, so be prepared to go at it like an exercise session. It's not leisurely lol Cons: - Staying in the 2nd building is a bit of a trek if you need to go to the main building a lot. Unless l you rather be closer to the water and the Deck. They have golf carts to take you up to main building too but I think it's a bit of a wait sometimes? - Drinks were not great. Sodas are flat, cocktails are not that good and wines are $30 for a half glass. Beers are okay. - Never got a welcome cocktail but when I was leaving I just asked if I could have one and was asked a lot of questions for some reason so I just gave up. lol Overall, I would recommend as scenery is quite nice but there are a few spots they could improve on considering they are charging quite a lot per night during high season.

After nearly 5 years we returned for our anniversary to find that not only has not much changed, in…read morefact, the services at the Marriott have been in decline. Everywhere that I go I have to clean my own chair and seats. This was a sign. First, everything is overpriced. If paying $700 per night wasn't enough, nearly every item on the resort is expensive in a way that does not map to its proportions. $18 for 3 oysters doesn't align with MP, $30 per child to jump on an inflatable raft on the lake, $150/hr jet ski rentals are just the tipping point. Look, I understand that the resort is for people who are privileged and certainly we are one of those people, but that doesn't mean I want to be raked over the coals for every little thing on the Resort. There was a time when everything was included, call me old fashioned, but what's included here? The service and attention to detail is greatly lacking and some staff informed us that it was their first day on the job. It was like pulling teeth to get information out of the front desk. Those failures of the staff are a direct result of poor leadership, and I think the lack of leadership is showing throughout the business as a whole. The spa was underwhelming as well, the two massage chairs (that are not cleaned between uses) and the Amazon 'reflexology' foot massage machine (which only does the right foot), accompanied by an oxygen concentrator that requires you to put on nasal cannula to inhale through some colored liquids for "relaxation" did not give me 5 Star vibes. I did however like the 18+ pool provided by the spa (despite the weeds growing up through the hardscaping), but do I think the whole thing is worth $100 day pass....I do not. The Avalanche Cold shower is to a cold plunge as a tomahawk is to a vegan hamburger, one is playing at being like the other but fails in all the ways that matter. We ate at the Chophouse, which was not bad, I recommend the short rib as it's been braised well. I had the lobster Thermidor as I am picky about steaks and how they are cooked. The lobster was underwhelming and was more of a canner than a mature east coast lobster. The spinach they served with it was overly bitter and should be dropped for the menu, it's not a 5 star vegetable. Use the lobster claws and shells to create a stock and use that to do a nice risotto with the Thermidor. I'm being overly picky but here is my last gripe. If you bring cutlery to a table, don't bring it in hand, use a plate with a napkin on it or a tray. Use oyster forks and small spoons where necessary. Do more. If you're charging $250 for a 50 ounce tomahawk. The service had to match those prices. If not, you cheapen the whole experience Marriott. 3 stars for the lake view.

The food and drinks were really good (4.5 stars) but the service experience was really slow (max…read more3). We really enjoyed the seafood platter (this was great as an appetizer - came with oysters, some large shrimp, mussels, crab legs and crab meat, and a beet and tomato gazpacho); our dozen oysters - also great, pretty large, with all the fixings; and the burger. The ramen, the caprese flatbread, and the chicken wings with maple were also good. There was a kids menu which was good, and the kids had chicken tenders with a drink and a choice of ice cream or ice cream bar. We all also enjoyed our drinks - I had a delicious espresso martini and a couple of folks had craft beers they enjoyed. However, half the party got our seafood dishes in a regular amount of time while my parents both waited a really really long time for their cooked entrees. The server said that my dad's burger (which he requested with no cheese) had been made with cheese and needed to be cooked again (this took another 30 mins). My mom's ramen didn't come out until we had finished our seafood, ordered additional dishes since we were still hungry, and were being served those second orders! When we asked the server why it was taking so long he just made a face and said he didn't know. The restaurant had a corporate event buffet being served but otherwise did not have a lot of parties, so it didn't make sense the food would take so long. We were a bit surprised that there was no small gesture to recognize the incredibly long wait for the food, even for hotel guests. But the food was excellent so still giving 4 stars.

This place is not bad and is decently priced for a resort. They have a 3 course meal option where…read moreyou can get appetizer, main, and dessert for $44. They also have a tapas menu. We ordered seared ahi tuna, fried calamari, edamame, mussels, and the 12oz steak. The tuna tasted ok while the fried calamari was incredibly bland. No flavor at all. The sauce was also tasteless. Fried edamame was standard fare. However, the mussels were good, large generous portion and sauce was tasty and rich. Steak was cooked well. This place is not a bad option if you don't want to leave the resort for dinner, but there are definitely better options with the short drive into Huntsville. 3 stars

We stayed 1 night here. Big rooms with kitchenette. Good for family and also with dogs. Breakfast…read morein the lobby, staff very friendly. Live the accessibility features. Love this hotel. Fireplace outside.

We had an unforgettable experience on the Muskoka Steamships on Canada Day 2025. The scenery was…read morebreathtaking, the steamship itself was a marvel, with its elegant vintage like design mix with few modern amenities. We passed some luxurious and humble lake house and cottages (that was the highlight). While the experience was lovely, I did not have much interaction with the staff beyond confirming our tickets. If you are looking for a unique and memorable experience, I would recommend the Muskoka Steamships. Whether you are a nature lover, history buff, or just looking for a relaxing day out, this is a greatt activity. For now, 4/5 only because we had not tried out their food options which is offered for additional price. So next time , that would be our goal. Tips: - Book in advance to ensure availability - Arrive early to explore the dock area - Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.

My family, including my two teenage sons decided to take the 1.5 hour boat tour to enjoy the…read moreafternoon and learn more about the area. We were thankful that the boat had both indoor seating and outdoor seating as it was a chilly day. While we awaited the boat we shopped in the store which had an extensive collection of items made by local artists. What we liked: When asked questions the crew was knowledgeable. The boat was very pretty- much nicer than other boat tours we've done. They had a full bar and snacks for purchase. Lots of different views from the boat- three levels of I treating spaces. Plenty of seating. What we didn't like: From the website it looked like we would be enjoying a steamship. The boat we took was a diesel ship. It seemed like we would learn about local history of the area- but it was a prerecorded tour that was out of sync with what we were supposed to be looking at. This made it confusing and we were unsure of what we were supposed to notice. It was pricey for what it was. And there is an additional charge for the museum. Crew was moving furniture from the dining room for the carpet to be replaced. The tour felt like an imposition for the crew to get their work done on the boat. Not great pictures of the beautiful dining room because there were chairs stacked everywhere. There are many great museums in the area and lots of cool experiences, many that are free.. I wish we had skipped this one & spent time elsewhere.

Had a wonderful staycation at this Muskoka resort. The hot tub, cold plunge and barrel sauna was a…read moregreat way to relax and the complimentary breakfast was delicious. The resort is dog friendly which is a bonus. You're able to use the facilities before check in as well. There's a lot more water activities to do in the summer if you go during that time, even during the winter there was a pool table, lawn games and kids activities in the great hall for everyone. Reasonably priced as well! Would love to come back any day.

My wife surprised me with an overnight stay on Valentine's Day and WOW! Neither of us had been…read morebefore so weren't 100% sure what to expect, but we're going to remember this forever. The staff, decor, amenities, service, food, room, and general ambiance were unparalleled. Windermere House has to be the most gorgeous lakeside resort in Southern Ontario and one of the best in the world. Like walking through your best dream. Thanks to the whole team. Absolutely worth it. We'll be back as soon as possible.

Very good clean cottages at reasonable prices with very friendly and capable staff. Use of bikes,…read morekayaks, canoes, tennis courts, sauna, pool, beaches, water slides, etc. and property included. Good fishing, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Owners are friendly and fantastic too. See you all there next year!

Great place to go by boat. Nice pool area and room was large.Great staff and would return.read more

absolutely amazing restaurant…read more Hidden gem in Muskoka. Food, service and atmosphere was top shelf!!!!! Very well priced and the restaurant was incredibly clean!!!! Very professional staff!!!! We will be back again!!!

This is our 2nd time at the Muskoka Beach house cottages and if I could give it 10 stars I would!…read more Both times we stayed in cottage 2 and it was in was stunning! It was exactly as pictured with lots of added touches! In the kitchen we had a large table, big enough to do a 1000 piece puzzle or play a board game (Yes, they have both available) and still have room to eat. The fridge has a built in water jug that automatically refills and the freezer makes 2 kinds of ice (it's the little things that matter!). The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need to make and eat your meals (including both glass and plastic for the kids!). Each room has it own heating and cooling system so everyone can set their own temperature. The furniture is cozy and comfortable to snuggle up and watch tv. The beds and bedding are AMAZING! I had my best night sleep while I was there! It was like sleeping on a cloud! The staff is friendly and outgoing and available if you need them! We didn't get a chance to try the restaurant yet but the menu looks incredible so we will definitely be back!

Year two of our being on the Pearless II. This year was better as the weather cooperated. As always…read morethe staff were very professional, but also personable too, quick with a small joke, very polite, actually was interested where we were from. The meal on the sunset cruise was delicious, well prepared, hot and filling, alcoholic drinks priced reasonably. Deckhand was very knowledgeable of the area, had lots of stories to tell. Captain Potts always greeted us with a smile and very polite. The trip itself was very enjoyable, smooth running, saw everything and felt very nostalgic as you had time to reflect and relax. Seating was very comfortable, atmosphere was very laid back. Will keep doing this every year we come up.