This Ontario spa resort is a countryside castle and was named among Canada's top hotels

It's an all-inclusive paradise.

A person walking into a historic building.

A spa in Ontario.

Lead Writer, Travel

You'll feel like royalty at this spa resort in Ontario. Nestled amidst rolling countryside, the destination is a majestic all-inclusive escape and was recently named among the best hotels in Canada.

Tripadvisor has just unveiled the winners of its annual Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Hotels Awards. According to Tripadvisor, the distinction "celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel " and is awarded to places that receive a large number of glowing reviews over a 12-month period.

The Top Hotels in Canada category showcases 25 standout stays from coast to coast, and this Ontario spot came in at number 12.

Ste. Anne's Spa is a picturesque resort in Grafton, 90 minutes from Toronto. The 1800s heritage fieldstone castle, once known as Grafton Castle, will transport you to the English countryside.

The Spa is nestled on 500 scenic acres and offers all-inclusive day and overnight packages with food and amenities.

You can enjoy a range of treatments and facilities, including classes, facials, massages, steam rooms, saunas and hydrotherapy pools.

According to Tripadvisor, the saltwater pool is a highlight for guests.

In addition, the destination boasts beautiful trails and gardens where you can unwind and connect with nature.

The Spa's dining room offers a farm-to-table approach to breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner. You can also stop by the on-site gluten-free bakery for take-home meals, treats, and more.

When it comes to accommodations, Ste. Anne's offers several options, from historic Main Inn rooms to Group Spa Cottages.

Several other Ontario spots made the list of Canada's top hotels, including Toronto's BISHA Hotel, Toronto's 1 Hotel and Niagara-on-the-Lake's Queen's Landing.

The number one hotel in Canada is Abigail's Hotel, a luxurious retreat on Vancouver Island.

The complete list of Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Hotels Awards can be found on the website.

If you're craving a getaway, Ste. Anne's Spa offers a majestic countryside escape.

Ste. Anne's Spa

Price: $335 + for day spa

Address: 1009 Massey Rd., Grafton, ON

Ste. Anne's Spa Website

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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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