Imagine waking up to the tranquil beauty of Georgian Bay, soaking in beautiful sunrises and sunsets, close to great restaurants and shops, and a historic and culturally rich town. Midland, Ontario is rapidly becoming a must-visit summer destination.
If you’re looking for a hotel, cottage rental, or other accommodations in North Simcoe, then you’ve come to the right place. Here are the best places to stay in Midland Ontario – because your perfect vacation deserves an equally perfect place to rest and rejuvenate.
Midland and the surrounding area has a variety of accommodations to suit every visitor’s needs, from hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds in both a Provincial and National Park, and waterfront cottage rentals.
Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, these establishments go above and beyond to ensure an unforgettable stay.
Hotels
For those seeking a more traditional hotel experience, there are a number of affordable hotels to choose from in Midland, close to shopping and restaurants and a short driving distance to Georgian Bay, tourist attractions, and the downtown core.
Quality Inn & Conference Centre
Quality Inn and Conference centre is the only full service hotel in Midland, located just off Highway 12 and about 2 km from downtown. Within the hotel is The Library Restaurant, one of the top recommended restaurants in Midland. The hotel also has an enclosed Garden Atrium, indoor heated pool, hot tub, and fitness centre.
It is highly rated with clean rooms and comfortable beds, friendly staff, and a tasty continental breakfast. Accessible rooms are available but it is not pet friendly. If you’re travelling with pets check out the Comfort Inn or Hampton Inn.
Hampton Inn by Hilton
Midland’s newest hotel, located on King St less than 2km from downtown and a 5 minute drive to St Marie’s historic site, Martyr’s Shrine, and the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Enjoy a free hot breakfast in the spacious dining area, and enjoy the indoor heated pool and 24-hour fitness centre.
If needed there is a large meeting room and business centre, snack shop, accessible rooms, and pet-friendly rooms. All rooms include free WiFi, microwave and fridge.
Midland Inn and Suites
One of Midland’s newer hotels, located on Prospect Blvd under 3km from downtown and close to Martyr’s Shrine and the Wye Marsh. This hotel offers 30 quiet, clean and inexpensive rooms. Highly rated, Midland Inn and Suites has friendly staff and is decorated with Georgian Bay art by a well-known local artist.
Choose from standard rooms, extended, accessible, and suites. Enjoy a free hot breakfast, hotel-wide WiFi, microwave and fridge in your room, and 24 hour front desk service.
Comfort Inn
Located on King St and Hwy 12, close to downtown, restaurants, historic attractions, and driving distance to many beaches on Georgian Bay. Comfort Inn offers a large hot continental breakfast, rooms with patios, accessible rooms, and pet-friendly rooms (at only $25 USD a night).
Super 8 by Wyndham Midland
Located on Hwy 93, the Super 8 is close to shopping, restaurants, 2km to Little Lake, less than 2.5km to downtown and the waterfront. It is also located next to the Georgian Bay General Hospital.
Featuring an indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness room, buffet breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms with microwave and fridge. Pet-friendly, accessible, and oversized rooms are also available.
Cottage Rentals
Whether you’re looking for a luxury waterfront cottage, a quiet retreat, cabin in the woods, place to stay on Little Lake, family or downtown rental, you can find the perfect vacation rental in Midland and the surrounding area, including Tiny, Tay, Penetanguishene, Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll, and Waubashene.
With well over 200 places to rent, you can find the perfect place to stay that suits your needs, preferences and budget.
Unique Accommodations in North Simcoe
There are many gems to be found in the area, including beautiful waterfront homes and cottages but here are just two unique properties to our area you may want to check out.
Floatel On-Water Accommodations
For a truly unique experience, stay at the Floatel on the water at the Hindson Marina in Penetanguishene. Enjoy views of the Harbour, take out kayaks, use the Marina outdoor heated swimming pool, playground and make use of the adjoining BBQ cabana. Rooms have mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, satellite TV and Wi-Fi.
The Haunted House Apt 302
Featured on several paranormal shows, and a guest favourite on Airbnb, the third floor unit is available for those brave enough to stay. This 1885 Victorian mansion, known as the Beck House is a well known feature of Penetang and one of the oldest buildings in the area.
Originally owned by lumber baron Charles Beck, his wife and 9 children, it was turned into apartments 70 years ago. His wife and two of his children died while the family lived in the home, but it is believed that up to 18 spirits live there. The Beck House is considered one of the most haunted buildings in Ontario.
The first two floors are home to permanent residents but the top floor has an apartment available for you to stay.
Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre
If you’re looking for a quiet, rejuvenating retreat in Simcoe County, including massage, private meditation, cooking class, healthy food, then this is the place for you. Group retreats, including Meditation retreats, Yoga retreats, Eat Well retreats, Well Being retreats, Corporate retreats as well as private getaways available.
Located on 150 acres, with 25 km of trails, the centre has a large dining area, lounge, circular studio, and 1200 square foot meeting/retreat room. Private and shared cabins available.
Bed and Breakfasts
For a more intimate and personalized experience, there are a number of Bed and Breakfasts in Midland and the surrounding area. Here are just a few of the top recommended B&Bs around Georgian Bay.
Dragonfly Dreams Inn
This popular B&B in a unique and well-decorated Victorian century home is ideal for a tranquil visit to Midland. Close to downtown, with four suites to choose from, a large relaxing covered veranda, and full two course breakfasts daily, you won’t want to leave.
Beacon Shore Bed & Breakfast
Enjoy a view of Georgian Bay from your room at the Beacon Shore Bed & Breakfast, 10 time recipient of TripAdvisor awards. Then take a stroll through the beautiful gardens to the long dock on this 15 acre property, certified as a Wildife Friendly Habitat.
Bedrooms come with private bathrooms (guests must use stairs). Enjoy a delicious made to order breakfast before going for a kayak or a walk to see the Midland Point Range Lighthouse on the property, built in 1901. 10 minute drive to downtown or the Wharf Theatre and Discovery Harbour in Penetanguishene.
Midland Manor Bed and Breakfast
Rosie makes you feel right at home in this historic and charming bed and breakfast. Located on half an acre with 3 spacious and period decorated bedrooms, an outdoor pool and garden oasis, and delicious breakfasts. Midland Manor is pet friendly and walking distance to the Midland Cultural Centre and downtown core.
1875 A Charter’s Inn Bed and Breakfast
This Victorian bed and breakfast in the heart of downtown offers two suites and a king room, with a private bathroom, Wi-Fi, patio or balcony, and stone fireplace in each room. Boasting modern up to date facilities, an outdoor dining area, and an incredible ever-changing breakfast menu.
Captain’s House Heritage Bed and Breakfast
Built in 1900, Captain’s House has been restored and decorated with original art and antiques in every room, winning the Heritage Merit Award from the Town of Midland in 2014. With original fixtures and woodwork, this home is truly unique. Enjoy gourmet breakfasts cooked to order, including fresh milled homemade bread, in this 3 bedroom downtown B&B, with friendly and helpful hosts, Ross and Ginette.
Camping and Roofed Accommodations in Canadian Parks
You have two great choices for camping in the Midland area. Awenda Provincial Park, located in Tiny Township and Georgian Bay Islands National Park. Both offer campsites for tents and trailers, and roofed accommodations.
Awenda Provincial Park
Awenda is an amazing provincial park with over 30 km of trails, four beaches, a large dog beach, a small kettle lake, and a great Natural Heritage Education program.
This large park is located in Tiny Township on the northern tip of the Penetanguishene Peninsula of Georgian Bay. It offers well-spaced sites for tents and RVs, and one stone cottage (that’s very hard to book).
For campers looking for a quieter experience there are radio-free, generator-free, and pet-free sites. There are also electrical sites available. Each park has clean comfort stations and playgrounds in each park.
Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Georgian Bay Islands National Park is one of 5 National Parks in Ontario. Located in the world’s largest freshwater archipelago (group of islands). You can camp on Beausoleil Island, with 9 campgrounds along the north shore of the island. Access to the island is by boat only. If you don’t have a boat, boat taxis are available.
There are several camping options:
- Tent camping, bring your own gear and travel lightly!
- OTENTiks: a cross between an A-frame cabin and a prospector tent on a wooden floor. It’s a permanent shelter with beds, foam mattresses, and a living area with a table and chairs.
- Rustic waterfront Cabin Rentals – 10 small cabins, bbq kitchen and living area, some have small heaters. Pets not allowed
While vacationing on the island, enjoy the many hiking trails, swimming, fishing, Geocaching, bicycling (bike rentals are available), or guided tours.
Private Campgrounds
There are also a number of smaller privately owned campgrounds in the area, with a range of amenities. Check out Smith’s Trailer Park and Camp, Bay Fort Camp, and Sun Retreats Penetanguishene.
Motels and Inns
There are several Motels and Inns to choose from in Midland, offering affordable rooms in smaller establishments, many with more personalized experiences.
Knights Inn
Minutes to Little Lake park and 1km to King street, Knights Inn has 41 guest rooms with a microwave, fridge, and WiFi. Suites are available with a hot tub, full kitchen, and dining area. There is also a picnic area with BBQ available onsite and some pet friendly rooms available.
Kings Inn
Kings Inn is close to the Brooklea Golf and Country Club, a short driving distance to Sainte-marie Among the Hurons, downtown and the waterfront. With friendly and helpful staff, Family-friendly environment, clean up to date rooms, and comfortable beds.
Silverstar Motel
Walking distance to Little Lake Park, Silver Star Motel has newly renovated, clean, comfortable and affordable rooms with BBQs available for your use. Close to restaurants, cafes and a short drive to downtown.
All Tucked Inn
Located on Georgian Bay in Waubashene on 7 acres including wetlands home to a variety of bird species. You’re welcome to use a fire pit, access a private park on Georgian bay, where you can go swimming, boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and cycling, with skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice fishing in the winter. Walking distance to beaches, community parks, Historic sites, Tay Trails, outdoor play equipment.
Shamrock Motel
The Shamrock Motel is located close to down town overlooking Little Lake Park. The property has a playground, picnic tables, outdoor BBQs. Offering affordable clean rooms with Wi-Fi, fridge, microwave, and satellite TV.
Midland Connect provides a comprehensive guide to the top accommodations available in Midland and the surrounding area. From hotels, bed and breakfasts, unique places to stay, camping and motels, and more. We hope this has helped you to find the perfect place to stay that suits your preferences and budget.
Whether you visit in the Winter or Summer, this town has lots to offer from great snowmobiling and ice fishing to cycling, boating, SUP boarding and other water activities, hiking, historic sites, museums, theatre, shopping, restaurants, and more.
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