Bala Travel Guide

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A tranquil sunset over Moon River in Bala, Ontario, capturing the serene beauty of the landscape with colorful skies and calm waters reflecting the evening twilight.
The serene beauty of Bala, Ontario with its flowing river, lush trees, and a tranquil cottage setting.
A tranquil sunset over Moon River in Bala, Ontario, capturing the serene beauty of the landscape with colorful skies and calm waters reflecting the evening twilight.
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The Bala Bay Inn

The Bala Bay Inn

2 out of 5
3063 Muskoka District Road 169 Bala ON
The price is NZ$288 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$288
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bala's Museum and Muskoka Lakes Winery are ...
6.4/10 (10 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean"

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

The Bala Bay Inn
The Dudley Inn

The Dudley Inn

2.5 out of 5
3440 Muskoka Rd. Hwy 169 Muskoka Lakes ON
The price is NZ$205 per night from 31 May to 1 June
NZ$205
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"Great property and location in Bala!"

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Dudley Inn
Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway

Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway

Port Carling ON
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bala's Museum and Hardy Lake Provincial ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"The property was exactly as described the host was excellent in communication and check in was smooth. My only concern is a Db sound limit which triggers an automatic message to the guest requesting to quiet down or face severe consequences. We certainly believe that the guests should respect noise ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

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Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway
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Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway

Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway

Port Carling ON
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bala's Museum and Hardy Lake Provincial ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"The property was exactly as described the host was excellent in communication and check in was smooth. My only concern is a Db sound limit which triggers an automatic message to the guest requesting to quiet down or face severe consequences. We certainly believe that the guests should respect noise ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Lakeside 5BR Cottage in Bala – Group Getaway
Beautifully maintained cottage in the heart of port carling

Beautifully maintained cottage in the heart of port carling

Port Carling ON
Stay at this cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Popular attractions Lake Joseph Golf Club and Muskoka Lakes Winery are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"We had an amazing weekend. Clean, lake front, great fishing off the dock; watch out for the pike we put up a great fight, and accommodating, with enmities in short distance. Would definitely bring the fam again next year."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Beautifully maintained cottage in the heart of port carling
Lakefront Muskoka Cottage | Fire Pit, BBQ & Water Toys

Lakefront Muskoka Cottage | Fire Pit, BBQ & Water Toys

Port Carling ON
Stay at this cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Popular attractions Lake Joseph Golf Club and Muskoka Lakes Winery are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Clean space, beautiful location, good value for a friend group or famlies. The hists were very accommodating and were available to answer any of our questions in time. We really liked the stay we had for one night at this location, the fireplaces and heating were working great and kept us really ..."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Lakefront Muskoka Cottage | Fire Pit, BBQ & Water Toys
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Popular places to visit

Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve

Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve, a lovely green space in Torrance. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve
Hardy Lake Provincial Park

Hardy Lake Provincial Park

You can take time to visit Hardy Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Muskoka Lakes. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park

Lake Joseph Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Port Carling at Lake Joseph Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Lake Joseph Golf Club

Muskoka Lakes Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Muskoka Lakes Winery during your travels to Bala. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Muskoka Lakes Winery

Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Utterson at Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the canoeing opportunities.

Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course

The Rock Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Minett at The Rock Golf Course. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Rock Golf Course

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