15 Best Wellness Retreats In Ontario

Wellness retreats are curated spaces and programs specifically designed for you to catch your breath from the on-going demands of day to day.

They help you to move towards solitude (and escape the news) and to process your experiences. At a wellness retreat you are supported through moments of growth and change, so that you can return home feeling rejuvenated and with all of this change in perspective.

Search no more: we’ve pulled together this great list of Ontario Wellness Retreats for any type of traveler!

Luxury Picks 

15. Ste. Anne’s Spa

First up on the list is a crowd-favourite spa which also happens to be one of the largest wellness retreats in Canada, located in Grafton. No matter what relaxes you best, be it a yoga session or meditation, indulgent body treatments, hydrotherapy, delicious food or even a round of golf, your best bet will be a package tailor-made at Ste. Anne’s Spa just for you. 

Come rain, snow or shine, Ste. Anne’s Spa is one of those places that draws you in with its stunning ambience. One look at Ste. Anne’s Spa’s Instagram account and you’ll know exactly what we’re talking about! 

14. Pillar and Post 

Based in a picturesque town location in Niagara-on-the-lake, Pillar and Post guarantees the best of both worlds with five-star luxury treatment in a homely country inn setting! 

Spend your day there exploring and making the most of their indoor and outdoor spa. Afterwards indulge in a fine dining experience and retire for the night in your spectacular suite.

13. Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa 

If you’re looking for a place that offers Ayurvedic massage therapies reminiscent of India in a setting that is luxuriously Canadian, Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa is just the place for you. 

Choose one of their overnight retreat packages and book for one of their many signature experiences to restore your natural inner equilibrium in a holistic manner. 

Become One With Nature

12. Whispering Springs 

Set in the heart of the great outdoors of Grafton, this wellness retreat is the perfect spot to reconnect with the wilderness. Substitute your sleeping bags for a king-sized bed and your flashlight for mood lighting in this reinvented camping ambience. Glamping is just what you need to relax at Whispering Springs, after the daily yoga sessions they offer. Wellness is extended to their fresh farm-to-table food using seasonal local produce so you feel good inside out. 

11. Shanti Retreat

Why not invest your time in a yoga, wellness and self-care retreat to honour yourself in the picturesque setting of Shanti Retreat? 

Spread out across 11 acres, this property based in Wolfe Island is stunning to say the least. The expansive view allows you to take in those spectacular sunsets along the shore. Amp up the relaxation factor with yoga sessions, a peppering of massage therapies, reiki sessions and nutritious vegetarian meals. 

10. Scandinave Spa 

If there’s something the Scandinavians (the inventors of the ‘Hygge’ concept) know, it’s how to relax. Scandinave Spa is set in the stunning Blue Mountains area with large indoor and outdoor spas offering sweeping views of the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve Niagara Escarpment. Indulge your senses in one of the Scandinavian refreshing steam baths or ‘roll in the snow’ before you head on over for more relaxation to rest on one of their many muskoka chairs. 

9. Grail Springs Retreat for Wellbeing

Along the Spurr Lake’s shores spread out across 100-acres, close to Bancroft, is Grail Springs Retreat for Wellbeing. Their all-inclusive wellness packages consist of accommodation in their rustic suites, plant-based meals and several workshops related to wellbeing to attend. Their patrons are known to revisit this sanctuary annually for their yearly dose of wellness. 

Cabin Living 

8. Onthe9

You may not have considered an AirBnB rental as a wellness retreat option, but Mono-based Onthe9 cabin is an idyllic stay to rest and rejuvenate. Live the luxury cabin life here amidst your personal oasis spreading across 15 acres. This is especially a great option for couples looking for a wellness retreat together. 

7. Cabinscape

For cabin living lover’s seeking different cabins across the country for your annual wellness retreats, Cabinscape is your best bet. They boast specifically designed tiny cabin rentals in various rugged secret landscapes which have a low ecological impact. They have 7 properties across Ontario ideal for short weekend wellness retreats by yourself or close family and friends. 

6. Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre

Wyebridge located Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre is just the spot to head if you are looking to change your life for the better. The quaint and comfortable cabin style cottages, the delicious vegetarian/vegan fare and the daily yoga and meditation workshops allow you to truly connect with your inner self. There’s nothing quite like enveloping yourself in the environment of their 150-acre grounds filled with greenery. Welcome peace into your life, it doesn’t get sweeter than Sugar Ridge.

5. The Wolf Den Nature Retreat

Feel the good vibes surround you at the Wolf Den Nature Retreat, set along the Oxtongue river. On a budget? Not to worry as they also have hostel accommodation alongside their standalone eco-cabins. This is the best option for those seeking out a wellness retreat on a budget. 

Cozy Comfort

4. Elmhirst’s Resort

Nestled along the Rice Lake and boasting an impressive history, all-season friendly Elmhirst’s Resort is a family favourite for wellness retreats. Spread out over an area of 240-acres, Elmhirst’s Resort is based on environmental sustainability. Enjoy a variety of outdoor adventures, a couple of indoor relaxation and pampering along with locally sourced delicious meals. Head out when they offer their yoga and wellness packages to make the most of your wellness retreat. 

3. The Hive Centre and Bee & Bee 

This beautiful and quaint boutique wellness retreat will have your jaw dropping. The Hive Centre and Bee & Bee is ideal for those looking for an escape as part of a group. What’s best is that you could feel more in touch with your spiritual side as the activities are conducted in the local heritage church. Participate in one of their soundscape meditation events or edible wild food walks. 

Up The Quirk 

2. Grand Wellness Centre

If you crave unique experiences Brantford-based day spa Grand Wellness Centre has a few out-of-the-box wellness treatments for you! Their expertise lies in specialised massage therapies which promote ultimate relaxation for a unique Toronto Wellness Retreat.

The one that caught our attention was the beer spa. This takes ‘on tap’ to a whole new level with beer-filled tubs which rejuvenate your skin! You could choose from a beer soak, a healing ‘ale’ments scrub or a body brew wrap. 

They also boast a large salt cave used for Halotherapy. This service relieves your respiratory system and leaves you feeling energized after a 45-minute session. 

1. All of the Above Benefits at Northern Edge Algonquin

Designed from the ground up to be a wellness sanctuary in our hyper-paced world, the facilities, facilitators, and delicious meals at Northern Edge make for the perfect all-around wellness retreat. With different events running each week, you can sign up to join a 3, 4, or 5-day retreat with a small, intimate group, depending on the themes you are wanting to explore:

• Are you ready for personal development and to change your habits? Try our Habit Reset Retreat
• Are you yearning to connect more with your inner self and nature? Heart Wisdom Healing Retreats might be for you.
• Do you want to dive into a fun & rejuvenating yoga retreat? Quest for Balance is our signature yoga experience.

Looking for something else? You can view our full list of upcoming NEA Yoga & Wellness Retreats in Ontario, and even more Transformational Retreats in Algonquin Park.