These amazing hot springs & wellness spas in Ontario are perfect weekend getaways

If you’re looking for to warm up in Ontario as the days get colder, one fun option is visiting a local hot spring or a wellness spa. If travelling south is not much much of an option this fall, these hot springs and spas in Ontario may help.

So grab your things and hit the road, here are some amazing hot springs & spas to visit to get toasty this cold season.

The Millcroft Inn and Spa

Sweet, sweet warmth is only an hour’s drive from Toronto. Sneak away to this paradise in the country and sink into their gorgeous outdoor hot spring.

Where: 55 John Street, Alton ON

Pillar & Post

This Niagara-on-the-Lake spa is the best of both worlds. On one hand, there’s a super cool indoor pool framed by palm trees and tropical prints. On the other, there’s the secluded outdoor hot spring. We recommend a dip in both.

Where: 48 John St West, Niagara-on-the-Lake

Scandinave Spa at Blue Mountain

This is the literal embodiment of a winter wonderland. It’s like a vacation in Scandinavia, without the 14-syllable words and canned fish. The hot spring at the Scandinave Spa is absolutely dreamy. In fact, a sign saying “enjoy the quiet” welcomes you into the springs. Don’t mind if we do!

Where: 152 Grey County Rd 21, The Blue Mountains

Grail Springs Retreat

This place is absolutely jam-packed with wellness features. We all need to become a better version of ourselves sometimes and there’s no way you could leave Grail Springs without feeling new and improved. Take a soak in the outdoor mineral tub, which opens your pores and eliminates toxins. You heard us right, it clears your skin.

Where: 2004 Bay Lake Rd, Bancroft

Ste. Anne’s Spa & Resort

Tucked along a quiet country road, you will find Ste. Anne’s Spa, one of Canada’s “top destination spas” of 2022. Featuring multiple hydrotherapy pools that include an Upper Lazy River Pool (warm 90° – 95°), Below the Falls Sitting Jet Pool (warm 90° – 95°), Upper Sitting Thermal Spa (hot 102° – 104°), the Yukon Plunge Pool (cold 60° – 65°), and a hot tub, your body will be in relaxation in no time.

Where: 1009 Massey Rd, Grafton ON

Vettä Nordic Spa

Looking for a dreamy getaway from the city? Vettä Nordic Spa is a peaceful oasis hidden in a picturesque valley. This spa offers a traditional Finnish hydrotherapy circuit of heat, cold, and relaxation.

Where: 3210 Line, 3 Line North, Oro-Medonte ON

Enjoy the relaxation!