Fun places to stay in Ontario for kids
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From urban hotels with pools and waterside resorts to attractions with accommodations and even some unique overnight zoo experiences, here’s a selection of family-friendly places to stay in Ontario that your kids will love.
These properties feature a variety of family-friendly amenities, programs and entertainment. Your kids will have the opportunity to make new friends, play outdoors, learn about local nature and wildlife and probably won’t want to leave.
Visit Resorts of Ontario to search for more family-friendly accommodations with seasonally themed packages and offers.
Greater Toronto Area
Chelsea Hotel
On the second floor of downtown Toronto’s Chelsea Hotel, The Hive is designed for families with a fun kids’ workshop space, a lounge studio for young creators and a pool and waterslide.
When it’s time to explore the city, use the Show Your Key and Save promotion. Don’t miss visiting nearby Little Canada, where you can see the Little Chelsea Hotel display.
Location: 33 Gerrard Street West, Toronto
Serengeti Bush Camp at the Toronto Zoo
Families with children aged six and up can enjoy a fun overnight experience at the Toronto Zoo through the Bush Camp Family Nights program. In addition, special nights are available for families with kids aged two to five.
This memorable tour of the zoo’s African Savanna and African Rainforest Pavilion includes sleeping in tents, evening activities with fellow campers, buffet-style meals and campfire tales over s’mores. You’ll get complimentary parking and an exciting “Zoomobile” ride to and from the camp. Plus, you can explore the rest of the zoo before or after your bush camp.
While the Toronto Zoo operates year-round, this fun and interactive overnight experience is available on select dates from the May long weekend to the Labour Day weekend in September.
Location: 2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
Niagara Region
Americana Conference Resort Spa & Waterpark
Americana Conference Resort boasts over 2,000 square metres of fun in the “Waves Indoor Waterpark.”
Your kids will love all the water park features like the wave pool, three-storey-high slides, interactive water play structure, giant tipping bucket and kiddie pool. For the ultimate poolside experience, rent a private cabana that includes a flat-screen TV, mini fridge and lounge seating.
Book the resort’s Kiddie Suites for your family and unlimited passes to the water park.
Location: 8444 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls
Skyline Hotel & Waterpark
With 16 exciting waterslides, a large wave pool and a 3,500-litre tipping bucket, your kids will have a blast at the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, which is directly connected to the Skyline Hotel.
The hotel is also close to popular attractions in Niagara Falls, such as Adventure City, Hershey’s Chocolate World and Clifton Hill.
Book one of the Hotel Waterpark Packages for savings on your Niagara family getaway.
Location: 4800 Bender Street, Niagara Falls
Great Wolf Lodge
Your stay at Great Wolf Lodge includes unlimited access to the indoor water park, life jackets and towels. Enjoy roomy suite-style rooms, some even include bunk beds.
The kids will love the exciting lineup of daily activities like creative arts projects, fun family games, magic shows, story time and dance parties.
The lodge offers multiple packages, like the Wolf Pass if you’re more interested in the resort’s attractions and games and the Pup Pass if your kids want to try everything.
Location: 3950 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls
Bruce, Grey and Simcoe
Blue Mountain Resort
Book a room, suite or cottage and enjoy a wide variety of all-ages activities at Blue Mountain Resort, one of Ontario’s most popular four-season destinations.
Relax on the private beach while your kids play in the sand. Rentals are available for boats, kayaks, canoes and stand up paddle boards (SUP). Take a heart-pounding ride on the Runner Mountain Coaster, soar the skies ziplining or try cycling water trikes across the pond.
In the winter, take advantage of the largest ski resort in Ontario and sign up your kids for skiing lessons on the resort’s 43 ski trails. After a fun-filled day, dine at one of the many family-friendly restaurants in Blue Mountain Village, like Jozo’s Original Après, Magnone’s Italian Kitchen and Rusty’s at Blue.
Location: 190 Gord Canning Drive, Town Of The Blue Mountains
Fern Resort
From summer and winter vacation to Family Day and March Break, every season and holiday break features exciting activities and programs for kids at Fern Resort.
While the kids are busy paddleboarding, ice skating or swimming in the indoor pools, parents can relax and do yoga, go on nature walks or enjoy the spa.
Browse seasonal vacation packages for your next family resort getaway.
Location: 4432 Fern Resort Road, Township Of Ramara
Severn Lodge
Severn Lodge is one of the best all-inclusive Muskoka resorts in Ontario, offering a full schedule of fun family activities, waterfront adventures and gourmet dining.
Enjoy outdoor fun on the trails, on the water and on the beach. Choose from lodge rooms, suites and cottages.
Location: 116 Gloucester Trail, Port Severn
Southwestern Ontario
Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre
This downtown London hotel offers families fun amenities, including a tropical-themed indoor pool and a lighthouse waterslide, as well as a kids’ menu at Shelly’s Tap and Grill next door.
Find easy access to local attractions, including Storybook Gardens theme park and The Factory, Canada’s largest indoor adventure park.
Location: 591 Wellington Road, London
Kawarthas and Northumberland
Viamede Resort
Overlooking the shores of Stoney Lake, Viamede Resort takes advantage of the surrounding nature and water with a range of activities for the whole family, like guided fishing, hiking, foraging tours and an indoor pool. While your kids are occupied with the daily kids’ camp, enjoy wine tastings, bread making or hiking along the picturesque trails. Pets are welcome. There are trails to roam with your dog and an off-leash dog park.
Reunite at the hotel’s on-site restaurant, 1885 Restaurant, for a tasty meal made with local ingredients.
Location: 595 Mt Julian Viamede Road, Woodview
Elmhirst’s Resort
Located on Rice Lake and surrounded by stunning natural beauty, Elmhirst’s Resort in Keene offers a selection of lakeside cottages and fun activities for families.
Enjoy tubing, playing on the inflatables, farm visits and so much more. Horseback trail riding excursions are also available to book. Winter getaways offer the chance to participate in an ice fishing derby and take a fun sleigh ride through the snow.
Look for great packages like Kids Stay Free in March and Family Day Weekend and save by booking your family summer getaway early.
Location: 1045 Settlers Line, Keene
Scotsman Point Resort
Open since 1920, Scotsman Point Resort is a family-oriented seasonal resort situated on 25 hectares of picturesque land.
The Kidz Program is a daily children’s activity schedule that includes swimming, fishing, paddleboarding, water tubing and more.
Spend the night in one of the many spacious bedrooms, cabins and cottages that offer stunning outdoor views and plenty of room for the kids to burn off their extra energy.
Scotsman Point also hosts reunions, so make your family vacation an annual tradition.
Location: 467 Six Foot Bay Road, Buckhorn
Haliburton Highlands to the Ottawa Valley
Bonnie View Inn
A popular spot in the Haliburton Highlands, Bonnie View Inn is a charming, year-round lakeside resort with modern accommodations, dining options and a host of amenities and activities included, such as peddle boats, water tricycles, stand-up paddle boards (SUP) and an inflatable waterslide and trampoline.
In the winter, warm up together by the fireplace after a day of skating, tobogganing and more.
Location: 2713 Kashagawigamog Lake Road, Haliburton
Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd
Choose your own adventure for your next family getaway with a variety of activities and accommodation options.
Stay in a spacious rustic cabin or enjoy a night in the lodge. Experience exciting nature activities like hiking, mountain biking, fishing, kayaking and guided tours designed for families. Take a Walk in the Clouds on a guided canopy tour above the forest ground. Also, don’t miss a visit to the Wolf Centre to view a family of wolves and learn more about them through various museum-style exhibits.
After a day of learning and adventure, experience the beauty of the night sky and enjoy stargazing with Haliburton Forest’s astronomy program.
Location: 1095 Redkenn Road, Haliburton Highlands
Muskoka, Parry Sound and Algonquin Park
Bayview Wildwood Resort
This all-inclusive family resort in Muskoka features cabins with multiple bedrooms and living areas, plus a meal option if you want to leave the cooking to someone else.
Supervised children’s programs keep kids engaged and entertained. Activities include a sports court for basketball, volleyball and badminton and a range of waterfront activities, such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing and stand up paddleboarding.
Location: 1500 Port Stanton Parkway, Severn Bridge
Cedar Grove Lodge
Stay in a log cabin overlooking scenic Peninsula Lake and enjoy a variety of activities, including paddle boating, windsurfing, golf and fishing in the spring and fall, plus a games room for rainy days.
During the summer, the kids will enjoy playing on the sandy beach, the water trampoline and the aquatic Jungle Jim. Sail down the river on a pontoon boat tour and visit the local art studios and gift shops in the Lake of Bays region. In the winter, go ice skating and try ice fishing in the Penguin ice hut.
Location: Peninsula Lake, 167 Grassmere Resort Road, Huntsville
Deerhurst Resort
With over 300 hectares of property to explore, kids of all ages can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities year-round at Deerhurst.
During the summer, cool off on the water slides, lazy river and splash pad. Paddle on Peninsula Lake or explore higher ground with nearby treetop trekking and ziplining experiences. Explore the area on ATVs and side-by-side adventure tours. And meet other families through summer social activities with crafts and fun sports.
Several family-friendly restaurants at the resort offer a diverse range of meals, including a family buffet and a summer food truck.
Location: 1235 Deerhurst Drive, Huntsville
Rocky Crest Golf Resort
With spacious suites, villas, cabins and cottages, your family will enjoy a comfortable, stress-free stay at Rocky Crest Golf Resort, a season resort in Muskoka Lakes. And its dog friendly, so your pup can vacation with you.
There’s a wide range of fun activities, such as swimming, kayaking, canoeing and fishing. The inflatable water park on the lake will keep kids playing for hours. The resort is located close to several family-friendly attractions. Tour the famous Cranberry Marsh, visit North America’s oldest operating mail steamship, browse through an extensive collection of artifacts at the Muskoka Lakes Museum and take in an incredible 360° view of Georgian Bay from the Tower Hill lookout in Parry Sound.
Enjoy relaxing meals together at one of the three eateries on the property that serve kids’ meals.
Location: 20 Barnwood Drive, MacTier
Santa’s Village
Santa’s summer vacation home in Muskoka is the perfect place for a family getaway. The one-of-a-kind family theme park is home to Santa Claus-themed rides, attractions and entertainment.
Choose between Santa’s Whispering Pines, a campground and trailer park located beside the Muskoka River and Santa’s Muskoka Ridge, a collection of cottages and a cabin close to the Trans-Canada Trail. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, boating and fishing on Lake Muskoka and a recreation playground.
An on-site general store offers any supplies you’ll need if you are camping. You’ll also be close to downtown Bracebridge shops and several pristine beaches in the area.
Location: 1624 Golden Beach Road, Bracebridge
Northeastern Ontario
Ojibway Family Lodge
Located on Lake Temagami, this rustic and welcoming family-run eco resort offers access to unspoiled wilderness. Accessible by boat or floatplane, this idyllic spot is for the most part off-grid. Stay in cozy cabins, paddle in pristine waters and view massive granite ridges and majestic ancient forests.
This summer vacation is one your family will cherish for years to come.
Location: Island 1147 Lake, Temagami
Whether it’s a one-night stay or a week-long summer or winter vacation, treat your family to an Ontario accommodation that caters to everyone, especially the kids.
Last updated: June 18, 2026