Windermere House

3.5 star property

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Brewpub, beach views, open daily
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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Beach nearby, kayaking, rowing

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

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2508 Windermere Road, Muskoka Lakes, ON, P0B 1P0
  • Place, Windermere Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Windermere Golf & Country Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Rosseau
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Windermere House

Beach spa retreat, walking distance from Windermere Marina
Catch some rays at the nearby beach or spend the day relaxing at Windermere House's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
Windermere House offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. 32-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

An outdoor tennis court and complimentary bicycles are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Wink and Wave has 3 treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is open selected days.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Windermere House. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Rosseau. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a meal at the fine-dining restaurant or drinks at the lobby lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to massages at Wink and Wave
  • Services include a porter, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a 24-hour gym and a sauna
  • Steps from Lake Rosseau and Windermere Marina
Windermere House offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this resort measures 2000 square feet (186 square metres) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at Windermere House. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Muskoka Lakes resort is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Lounge and Lobby Bar – On-site lobby lounge.
The Rosseau and Verandah – This beachfront fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open selected days.
The Windermere Pub – This beach brewpub serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Lounge and Lobby Bar
  • The Rosseau and Verandah
  • The Windermere Pub

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Pro golf shop
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,000 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Restaurant
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 16 May and close on 31 October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

House Windermere
Windermere House
Windermere House Hotel
Windermere House Hotel Windermere
Windermere House Resort & Hotel Muskoka District, Canada
Windermere House Resort And Hotel
Windermere House Resort Muskoka Lakes
Windermere House Muskoka Lakes
Windermere House Muskoka s
Windermere House Resort
Windermere House Muskoka Lakes
Windermere House Resort Muskoka Lakes

Windermere House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 855 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 855 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 855 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 855 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 855 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Foodie paradise

Foodie paradise! We especially loved the lemon dessert!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Allec, Edmonton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A beautiful night away!

Overall a beautiful resort! We booked very last minute as a night away from the kids so think we got the last room. It was a little musty smelling but overall the grounds, service, and food were all delightful. Great little beach for a quick dip before dinner. Live music and scenery were great. We will definitely be back with our kids!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience! We were unable to access our cottage due to a terrible storm, and we're lucky to get a last-minute room. The staff were so lovely and sympathetic - we're looking forward to another opportunity to stay or send friends here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Balcony full of spiders . Spiders in room crawling on crown moulding. Room could be a little cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The food and staff were top notch!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Windemere House is beautiful. The property is well appointed and charming. We stayed two nights, dinner was delicious , fine dining for sure. Breakfast included, is a very nice touch - especially for Families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience with super friendly staff and well equipped property - something for every age!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pat, Grand Bend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, Great Lake view, activities, etc Dining options VERY expensive. Only other options were to drive 15km
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a luxury resort the prices and the overall experience didn’t match up to international standards in our experience. The buffet was average and the rules that the staff have to follow are definitely not very gracious….NB more for special coffee or special drinks and they make sure the guests know they are doing something’ extra’ for you!! This should be seamless and gracious so that one feels relaxed and taken care of not aware of any effort on their part…!The approach is friendly but not refined and seamless as it certainly should be for a resort of this potential…!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had the great pleasure of spending part of our summer holidays at Windermere House this July, and it was everything we hoped it would be—and more. This historic resort, originally built in 1870, carries a rich legacy. Although it tragically burned down in 1996 during the filming of a movie, it was impressively rebuilt within a year to match the original design. Since then, it has been thoughtfully renovated multiple times. What you get is the best of both worlds: timeless charm with all the modern comforts. Staying here truly feels like stepping into a bygone era, yet nothing feels outdated or tired. Sitting out on the front lawn, it’s easy to imagine the many generations of guests who’ve relaxed in those same Muskoka chairs overlooking the lake for over 150 years. Our room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The bathroom was modern and clean, though I did notice two small drawbacks: only one sink and a shower head with a rather thin stream. Still, it functioned well and didn’t detract from the overall experience. The shared spaces in the hotel—the elegant lobby, the cozy lobby bar, the upscale Russo restaurant, and the more casual downstairs Windermere Pub—are all beautifully designed. They strike the right balance between classic country resort and stylish modern retreat. We enjoyed an exceptional dinner at Russo; both the food and service were top-notch. The Windermere Pub offers a more relaxed and affordable option, with equally great service and

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the great pleasure of staying at Windermere House this July. Originally built in 1870 and rebuilt after a 1996 fire, the resort blends historic charm with modern comfort. It’s like stepping into the past, without sacrificing modern amenities. Sitting on the front lawn, it’s easy to imagine the guests who’ve stayed here over the last 150+ years. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The bathroom was clean and modern, though a second sink and a stronger shower stream would’ve been nice. Still, everything functioned well. Rooms are cleaned daily. We enjoyed outstanding meals at both Russo (the main restaurant) and the more casual Windermere Pub downstairs. Both offer outdoor seating and excellent service. The lobby bar is also a great spot for drinks or snacks, designed to match the hotel's classic look with updated touches. The breakfast buffet was excellent: fruit, smoked salmon, eggs, sausage, French toast, seasoned breakfast potatoes, and more. Staff were consistently friendly and helpful. The pool area was a highlight, with plenty of loungers, Muskoka chairs, and shade. We didn’t try the barrel saunas, but they looked inviting. We also enjoyed canoeing, tennis and pickleball all included at no extra cost. Kayaks and paddleboards are also offered. Our favourite spot was the veranda, perfect for relaxing with a book and taking in the stunning lake view. It’s a premium-priced resort, but worth every penny. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn, Holland Landing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location & views, great staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

stuart

Travelled with family
Our room had an air conditioner that did not work, a telephone that did not work, a mini refrigerator that was way too warm, even at the highest setting, and a toilet that broke. Management put in some temporary AC unit and a temporary refrigerator. But They would not change the room as they said everything was rented, and would not give any kind of discount for such a sub grade accommodation. The hotel itself was beautiful and so were the amenities and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great food loverly bar inside and great patio. Waterfront is excellent. Room nice and clean. Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marzieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaireen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025