Family Resorts in Canada
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Alberta 

Douglas Fir Resort & Chalets
Tunnel Mountain Road
P.O .Box 1228
Banff, Alberta T1L 1B2 Canada
Phone: 800-661-9267
Availability & rates
The Douglas Fir Resort is only 5 minutes from downtown Banff, and located in the tranquil forests of Banff National Park. Surrounded by rugged snow-capped peaks, this distinctive non-smoking alpine resort offers guests new dimensions in fun and relaxation. Each of the 133 units - studios, lofts, condos and rustic chalets are equipped with a full modern kitchen and most have a wood-burning fireplace with free firewood. Wintertime in the Banff area means skiing, with some of the best downhill and cross-country trails only minutes away, along with tobogganing and snowshoeing. Summer brings hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, golfing and cycling. Additional recreation activities at the resort include indoor waterslides, swimming, tennis, squash or racquetball, or a workout in the fitness room.

Inns of Banff
600 Banff Avenue
Banff, Alberta
Phone: 403-762-4581
Availability & rates
Located just 75 miles west of the gateway city of Calgary, Banff is easy a beautiful place to visit with the family.  Inns of Banff offers 180 rooms with extra large bedrooms with either two queen beds or one king bed. All rooms have a private balcony - many with spectacular mountain views. Activities include an outdoor hot pool, surrounded by a stunning panorama of peaks and sky; an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and hot sauna. You can also visit the Douglas Fir Resort and let the children play on the waterslides.

The Fairmont Banff Springs
405 Spray Avenue
Banff, Alberta Canada T1L 1L4
Phone: 403-762-2211
Availability & rates
Located in Banff, there are few hotels in the world that can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers 770 superbly appointed guest rooms from cozy rooms tucked away in quiet corners of the castle to spacious suites with sweeping mountain views. Activities include biking, golfing, tennis, horseback riding, hiking, tours around the area, rafting, water sports, skiing, skating, snowmobiling, sleigh rides, spa services and more. Babysitting services are available for a fee.

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
111 Lake Louise Drive
Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada T0L 1E0
Phone: 403-522-3511
Availability & rates
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is located within Banff National Park, surrounded by snow frosted rocky mountain peaks and secluded next to the legendary Lake Louise. The area provides some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. The sheer beauty of the glistening glaciers, remote ice fields, snowcapped peaks and crystal-clear lakes create a dramatic setting of unparalleled mystique. Accommodation include a wide range of beautifully decorated guest rooms, suites and specialty rooms. Activities include hiking, canoeing, mountain biking, fly fishing, horseback riding, boating tours, rafting, skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, sleigh rides, skating, and much more.  A children's playroom is available during the ski season, while baby sitting services can be arranged through the rest of the year.

British Columbia  top of page

The Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau Boulevard
Whistler, British Columbia, Canada V0N 1B4
Phone: 604-938-8000
Availability & rates
Nestled at the foot of Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler is located in one of North America's top mountain resort destinations. The Fairmont Chateau Whistler offers 550 rooms, suites and specialty rooms with spectacular mountain or village views. Recreational activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding, 4x4 off road tours, swimming, rafting, fishing, skiing, skating, dog sledding, sleigh rides, and much more. The resort offers a children's program with activities such as hiking, canoeing, windsurfing, rock climbing, arts and crafts, wildlife and nature discussions and more. The recreation center offers an ice arena, squash courts, fitness center, six lane swimming pool, children's fun pool and outdoor water park. Your children can join others for activities such as canoeing, swimming, sailing and other sports as well as field trips, theatre and games.

Whistler, British Columbia Area
(Information Center)
4010 Whistler Way
Whistler, British Colombia, Canada V0N 1B4
Phone: 877-991-9988
Availability & rates: Legends | ResortQuest Woodrun Lodge | The Fairmont Chateau Whistler | The Westin Resort and Spa
Whistler is located approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) north of Vancouver on Highway 99, also known as the Sea to Sky Highway. The Whistler area offers more than 5,900 rooms through a wide selection of accommodation properties. You can choose from luxurious hotel suites to family-oriented condominiums and intimate breakfast inns. Most of the condominium suites and the larger hotels are located in Whistler Village or at the base of the mountains. Activities include skiing, skating, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, golfing, biking, hiking, swimming, horseback riding, fishing, boating, spa services, shopping, and much more. There are a variety of children's programs available depending on the time of the year that you visit.

Manitoba  top of page

Elkhorn Resort
Box 40
Onanole, Manitoba, Canada R0J 1N0
Phone: 866-ELKHORN
Elkhorn Resort is located adjacent to the world-renowned Riding Mountain National Park. Accommodations include nicely appointed quest rooms along with elegantly decorated, modern two, three and four bedroom chalets. Activities include viewing wildlife, hiking, windsurfing, water skiing, canoeing, sail boating, tennis, fishing, scuba diving and the indoor activities at the museum, art gallery and Interpretive Centre.  Winter activities include skiing, snowmobiling, skating, hockey and tobogganing, or even snowshoeing and ice fishing. Children can enjoy the indoor pool, children's playroom, pool room, family arcade or the outdoor playground.

Gull Harbour Resort
Box 1000
Riverton, Manitoba, Canada R0C 2R0
Phone:
Gull Harbour Resort is located in the Hecla / Grindstone Provincial Park, set on an island overlooking a scenic stretch of Lake Winnipeg. The Resort recreates the ambience of an Icelandic village with steeply sloping wood roofs and Icelandic style windows and doors throughout the main building. The Resort offers over 90 guest rooms, of which four are suites. In addition to the accommodations, the Resort offers meeting & conference facilities, world-class dinning experience, and indoor recreational facilities in the form of indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna and gymnasium. Activities include a indoor swimming pool, arcade, children's wading pool, miniature golf, hiking, playground, biking, golfing, shuffleboard and more.

New Brunswick  top of page

Broadleaf Guest Ranch
5526 Rte. 114, Hopewell Hill
Albert County, New Brunswick E4H 3N5
Phone: 800-226-5405
Broadleaf Guest Ranch is an 1100 acre, family owned and operated adventure business located in Albert County, New Brunswick, in the heart of the Bay of Fundy. Accommodations include Mountain Chalets, Country Cottages, Dormitory style Cottages and Camping facilities. Activities included  horseback riding, biking, hiking, swimming, outdoor sports, hockey, skating, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, sleigh rides, snowmobile tours and more.

The Fairmont Algonquin
184 Adolphus Street
St. Andrews by-the-Sea, New Brunswick, Canada E5B 1T7
Phone: 506-529-8823
Availability & rates
The Fairmont Algonquin blends old world charm with modern luxury. The Fairmon Algonquin is located in the charming coastal community of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, one of Atlantic Canada's timeless treasures. Situated a mere 20 miles (32 km) from the U.S. border along magnificent Passamaquoddy Bay, this quaint, historic town provides an idyllic setting with lots to offer. Accommodations include 234 superbly-appointed guest rooms and suites feature classic styling and modern amenities. Recreational activities including golfing, tennis, whale watching, swimming, biking, hiking, shopping, spa services and more. The Fairmont Algonquin offers a seasonal children's program, including a children's play area.

Newfoundland and Labrador  top of page

Terra Nova Golf Resort
Port Blandford
Newfoundland, Canada
A0C 2G0
Phone: 709-543-2525
Terra Nova Golf Resort is located on 220 acres of oceanfront property at Clode Sound, Bonavista Bay offering breathtaking sights of Newfoundland and Labrador; and is set against the serene beauty of salmon rivers amid a backdrop of towering spruce forests. Accommodation include over 80 ocean-or-country-view guest rooms and suites. Along with spectacular golfing, the resort has a wide range of activities including outdoor, heated swimming pool, tennis, basketball, volleyball, hiking, sandy beaches, sauna and a complimentary supervised children's recreational program (which offers water sports, nature walks, scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, movies, puppet shows and beach parties -- seasonal).

Nova Scotia  top of page

Dundee Resort & Golf Club
RR#2
West Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada B0E 3K0
Phone: 902-345-2649
The Dundee Resort is located in a secluded area just a quick drive away from the Cabot Trail or magnificent Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site. Accommodations include comfortable rooms in the main lodge, or duplex cottages. Activities include hiking, biking, golfing, indoor & outdoor pools, lakeside activities such as paddleboats and kayaks, resort spa complete with hot tub and sauna; and much more including a supervised children program (seasonal).

Inverary Resort
Box 190
Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada
B0E 1B0
Phone: 902-295-3500
This 11-acre resort sits on the shores of the glorious Bras d'Or Lakes, and offers you a breathtaking view, beautiful grounds, children's area and more. Accommodations include suites in the main lodge; traditional or deluxe room in the Argyle, Glasgow or Campbell Hall; Seven modern guesthouses that are scattered across the 11-acre estate and reflect on Celtic ancestry in its name; housekeeping cottages nestled in the trees and cottage suites. Activities include golfing, tennis, sailing, boat tours, fishing, swimming at the beach or pool, paddle boats, canoeing, sightseeing, shopping and more.

Liscombe Lodge
Liscombe Mills, Guysborough County,
Nova Scotia, Canada B0J 2A0
Phone: 902-779-2307
Availability & rates
The Liscombe Lodge is located along Nova Scotia's picturesque Marine Drive, nestled among the evergreens in one of the most beautiful riverside settings in Atlantic Canada. The Liscombe offers 15 private chalets, each with a sitting area , fireplace and verandah. Five four- bedroom cottages each with private four- piece bath, common living room and stone fireplace, and 30 river-view lodge rooms with private balcony. The area offers many activities including a harbour tour on a 12 passenger tour boat, a quiet canoe trip up river or paddle boating out to Riley's Island; tennis or shuffleboard on the Lodge grounds; biking along country roads or hike along our nature trails; scenic spots like the waterfalls on the Liscomb River Trail are just perfect for a picnic; visit nearby Sherbrooke Village, a living museum of life in the 1800s, and more.

Trout Point Lodge
P.O. Box 456
Kemptville, Nova Scotia B0W 1Y0
Phone: 902-749-7629
Availability & rates
Trout Point's 200 acre wooded estate borders the Tobeatic Wilderness Preserve & the pristine waters of the scenic Tusket & Napier Rivers. Accommodations include three lodges that have well appointed rooms with great views.  Activities include kayaking, cooking lessons, art lessons, wood-fired hot tubs, river swimming, hiking trails, & nature walks amidst natural splendor.

Ontario  top of page

Deerhurst Resort
1235 Deerhurst Drive
Huntsville, Ontario, Canada P1H 2E8
Phone: 705-789-6411
Availability & rates
The Deerhurst Resort is located on a 800 acre setting on Peninsula Lake, just outside of Huntsville, Ontario in the picturesque North Muskoka region. Deerhurst Resort offers 400 various rooms and suites in a variety of sizes, styles and layouts. Guest quarters are located in low-rise buildings nestled throughout the resort landscape. All accommodation rates include complimentary access to an array of leisure activities including tennis, swimming, hiking, fitness room, canoeing, windsurfing, skiing, skating, tubing, and more. Two children's programs are available with activities that include arts & crafts, games, sing-alongs and other adventures. Programs are offered weekends year-round and daily during public school holidays.

Delta Chelsea
33 Gerrard Street W.
Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z4
Phone: 416-595-1975
Availability & rates
The Delta Chelsea is located in the heart of the city, just steps from  a world-class theatre, vibrant nightlife and amazing attractions. The hotel features over 1500 rooms in a wide selection of layouts to meet all types of needs. Being one of Canada’s largest hotel, they feature a wide selection of restaurants & lounges, a full-service Business Club, separate adult & family recreation facilities & pools and the 4-storey “Corkscrew” – downtown Toronto’s only indoor waterslide. Their are plenty of activities for the whole family including swimming, indoor waterslide, children's creative center, arcade, crafts, babysitting, and more.

Severn Lodge
116 Gloucester Trail
P. O. Box 250,
Port Severn, Ontario, Canada L0K 1S0
Phone: 705-756-2722
Severn Lodge is a beautiful lakeside resort in the heart of Ontario, Canada's world famous Muskoka Georgian Bay lake district approximately 150 km (90 miles) north of Toronto. The resort is situated in a quiet sheltered cove on the northern shores of Gloucester Pool, the most western lake on Ontario's historic Trent Severn Waterway. Encompassing over 100 acres of waterfront property with over 700 meters (2000 feet) of private shoreline, the resort overlooks a spectacular array of pineclad islands.  Accommodations include 46 warmly appointed rooms and suites that have a full compliment of guest amenities. There are 3 different styles of accommodations (hotel style rooms, family sized rooms, two bedroom units) in 3 different rate groups (Country Classic, Preferred, Preferred Plus.)  Activities include sailing, kayaking, canoeing, pedal boating, outboard boating, jet skiing, fishing, water-skiing & tubing, swimming, hiking, tennis and more. A fully supervised children's program is available with activities that include crafts, picnics, water sports, competitions, beach bon fires, hot dog & corn roasts and more.

Prince Edward Island  top of page

Dalvay By The Sea
Off Rte. 2 East,
(Grand Tracadie, PEI)
Continue on Rte. 6, ,
Enter Prince Edward National Park on Dalvay Beach.
Dalvay By The Sea is located at the east end of Prince Edward Island National park on scenic Dalvay Beach. There are 26 guest rooms; all are largely furnished in period antiques and all rooms offer a four-piece private bath. In addition, there are eight three-bedroom cottages located adjacent to the Inn offering vistas of the ocean, Dalvay Lake and acres of manicured grounds. Activities include two tennis courts, croquet green, children's play area, canoes and rowboats, mountain bike rentals, two hole golf driving range, theatre, lawn bowling, nature trails, cycling paths, shopping, fishing, bird watching and more.

Rodd Brudenell River Resort
Highway 3 in Roseneath
PO Box 67
Cardigan, Prince Edward Island, C0A 1G0
Phone: 902-652-2332
Availability & rates
The Rodd Brudenell River Resort is located only 30 minutes from Charlottetown in Eastern Prince Edward Island within Brudenell River Provincial Park. Accommodation include the Main Hotel which features 67 deluxe guestrooms, 18 junior suites, and 14 larger hospitality-type suites; 16 beautifully appointed Echelon Gold Cottages; and Country Cabin accommodations that are perfect for those wanting the services and facilities of a four star resort at a budget-minded price.  Activities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, whirlpool and sauna, fitness center, canoeing, kayaking, biking, tennis, golfing, horseback riding and children's play area.

Québec  top of page

Alwaki Lodge
Kipawa, Quebec J0Z2H0
Phone: Summer: 819-627-3740 / Winter: 519-284-1947
Alwaki Lodge is located on the beautiful Lac Kipawa in Quebec. They have 9 cabins for rent on a remote island and one outpost cabin. Each cabin is equipped with flush toilets, fridge, stove and generator powered lights in the evenings. There are many fun activities for outdoorsy families at the lodge. You can take you kids kayaking, fishing, on boat rides, archery, canoeing, to the play centre or just out for a nature adventure.

Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu
181 rue Richelieu
La Malbaie, Quebec, Canada G5A 1X7
Phone: 418-665-3703
Availability & rates
Nestled beautifully between the sea and the mountains, Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu is a vision of historical splendor. The 'Castle on the Cliff,' Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu has a rich tradition of hospitality, romance and elegance. They offer 405 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites that are fully equipped with many guest rooms offering an unmatched view of the stunning St. Lawrence River. There are three categories of regular guest accommodation as well as a selection of Suites and Specialty Rooms. Summer activities include swimming, horseback riding, whale watching, tennis, game room and more. Winter activities include skating, sleigh rides, snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing and more. There is a children's program available that offers a wide range of activities including supervised swimming and aquatic games, crafts, bracelet making, treasure hunts and more.

Fairmont Tremblant
3045 Chemin de la Chapelle
Mont Tremblant, Quebec, Canada J8E 1B1
Phone: 819-681-7000
Availability & rates
Fairmont Tremblant sits at the foot of the majestic Laurentian peaks, tucked into the heart of the region's most picturesque village. The Fairmont Tremblant offers 314 guest rooms in various sizes, which include 62 spacious, comfortable suites. Many of the accommodations offer breathtaking, spectacular views of beautiful Mont Tremblant or of the surrounding woodlands. Recreation activities include swimming, fishing, rafting, canoeing, horseback riding, skiing, ice fishing, sleigh rides and more. A children's program is available with age appropriate activities.

Gray Rocks Resort
2322 Rue Labelle
Mont-Tremblant, Québec, Canada, J8E 1T8
Phone: 819-425-2771
Gray Rocks Resort is a magnificent family-friendly, 4 star lakeside resort overlooking Mont-Tremblant in the beautiful Laurentian mountains. Accommodations include a variety of guest rooms, suites, and condominiums. Activities include golfing, private beach and marina, BBQ area, swimming, biking, hiking, horseback riding, fitness center, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling and more. Facilities at the hotel for kids include: daycare, a games room, ping pong & arcade, evening activities as well as a special kid-friendly menu. Children are taken care of by experienced counselors in the special age-adapted programs offered daily.