This Ontario resort nestled in a fairytale destination was named among the top 5 in Canada

Time for a vacation!

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Planning a getaway? This resort near Toronto is a dreamy spot for a vacation. Surrounded by wineries, quaint villages, and incredible attractions, it offers a magical escape without leaving the province.

U.S. News & World Report just released its 15th annual Best Hotels rankings. The 2025 list features over 31,000 hotels across more than 400 destinations.

The venues were ranked based on factors such as the hotel's star rating, insights from seasoned travel experts, and positive customer reviews.

"Travellers are seeking unique and memorable experiences, cultural authenticity, savoury cuisine, comfortable yet lavish accommodations, excellent amenities – and so much more," Zach Watson, senior travel editor at U.S. News, said in a press release.

"With many hotel options to choose from – and numerous components factoring in to determine which hotels are exceptional – the U.S. News Best Hotels rankings consider hotel star ratings combined with the collective opinion of travel experts and customers to provide travellers with a solid starting point for planning their next trip."

An Ontario resort was named among the top 5 in Canada, so it's time to start planning that getaway.

White Oaks Resort & Spa, located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, came in at number four on the list.

Situated on 13 acres, White Oaks "delivers luxury hotel service and a host of outstanding amenities," according to its website.

The resort features 220 rooms, a dreamy spa and three restaurants where you can dig into a variety of cuisines.

There's also a fitness club and conference centre to meet all of your needs.

The surrounding area offers endless experiences, from the fairytale historic village of Niagara-on-the-Lake to lavender farms and wineries.

Whether you're looking for a romantic escape, a fun getaway with friends, or just a weekend retreat, this top-rated resort is worth checking out.

White Oaks Resort & Spa

Price: $179 + per night

Address: 253 Taylor Rd., Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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