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4-star hotels in Tobermory
A shortlist of the 4-star properties in Tobermory, Canada — eleven self-contained cottages, retreats and lofts scattered from Corey Crescent to Dorcas Bay Road. It is for travellers who want a whole place to themselves near the harbour, the national park and the water.
Staying in Tobermory
Tobermory sits at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula, remote enough that the drive from Owen Sound takes about three hours, and the pace slows noticeably outside summer. Visitors come for the scenery, the shipwrecks and a landscape shaped by glaciation and erosion, and the area is part of the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. Bruce Peninsula National Park, Flowerpot Island tour boats and the shipwrecks of Fathom Five National Marine Park are the draws, with the harbour at Little Tub as the walkable commercial core.
These 4-star properties are nearly all cottages and retreats rather than staffed hotels, spread along the roads around town rather than in one district. The closest to the centre are 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub on Corey Crescent, 2.3 km out, and Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub on China Cove Road, at 2.4 km; Tobermory Village Getaway on Corey Crescent is 3.5 km away. Others sit further out towards the water, up to 10.8 km from the centre. With kitchens, fireplaces and family rooms throughout, they suit couples, families and small groups on a short break who want space and self-catering.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Neptunes Hideaway
468 Warner Bay Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSet on Warner Bay Road, Neptunes Hideaway is a 4-star cottage-style stay with a sauna, jacuzzi and a garden for slow evenings. Families have room to spread out thanks to family rooms and a kitchen with dishwasher and oven, while canoes and a balcony keep days on the water easy. Pets are welcome and parking is free. It sits 5.8 km from the centre, so a car makes the most of the location.
See Neptunes HideawayBlue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage
436 Dorcas Bay Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBlue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage pairs a private beach with a lake setting on Dorcas Bay Road, making it a natural fit for guests who want the water at the door. The 4-star cottage includes a kitchen and free wifi, and family rooms plus a garden suit longer stays. It is 10.8 km from the centre, so plan to drive in. Non smoking rooms and free car parking round out an unhurried waterfront base.
See Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront CottageTobermory Village Getaway
221 Corey Crescent, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTobermory Village Getaway is the closest of the group to the centre at 3.5 km, on Corey Crescent, which keeps village outings short. The 4-star house has a kitchen with dishwasher and a fireplace, plus a patio and terrace for outdoor meals. Families are provided for with family rooms, a cot and high chairs, and pets are allowed. Free wifi and free car parking are included.
See Tobermory Village GetawayGrotto Escape Unwind at Cameron Lakehouse
11 Beach Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGrotto Escape Unwind at Cameron Lakehouse on Beach Road offers a spa and a lakefront setting, with a beach nearby for days outdoors. The 4-star lakehouse has a kitchen with dishwasher and oven, a fireplace and a patio, and bathrobes add a touch of comfort. It is 8.4 km from the centre. Non smoking rooms, free wifi and free car parking make it a calm choice for couples or small groups.
See Grotto Escape Unwind at Cameron LakehouseGeorgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub
59 China Cove Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereGeorgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub lives up to its name with a jacuzzi and a spa, and the beach is nearby. At 2.4 km from the centre on China Cove Road, it is one of the handier addresses here. The 4-star retreat has a fireplace, a kitchen with dishwasher and a patio, and pets are allowed. Bathrobes, free wifi and free car parking add to the ease.
See Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot TubLands End Private Tobermory Waterfront Escape
93 Ray Drive, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLands End Private Tobermory Waterfront Escape on Ray Drive is a lakefront 4-star house with a spa and a fireplace, built for quiet evenings by the water. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and oven, and there is a patio plus a washing machine for longer stays. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It lies 6.3 km from the centre, so a car is useful for village trips and errands.
See Lands End Private Tobermory Waterfront EscapeTobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season
211 Eagle Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereTobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season brings a sauna, a fireplace and a lake setting together on Eagle Road. The 4-star retreat has a kitchen with dishwasher and oven and a patio for outdoor eating, and pets are welcome. It is 7.6 km from the centre. Non smoking rooms, free wifi and free car parking suit guests who want a self-contained waterfront base with room to relax.
See Tobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 SeasonLakeview Loft A Frame Escape Tobermory
9 Beach Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLakeview Loft A Frame Escape Tobermory is an A-frame 4-star escape on Beach Road with a lake view, a fireplace and a terrace. The kitchen has a dishwasher and oven, and a washing machine helps on longer trips. Pets are allowed and parking is free. At 8.4 km from the centre, it suits guests who want a distinctive, self-catering stay away from the busiest streets.
See Lakeview Loft A Frame Escape Tobermory45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub
80 Corey Crescent, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay here45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub is a 4-star waterfront house on Corey Crescent with a jacuzzi, a fireplace and a terrace, and it is just 2.3 km from the centre. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and oven for self-catering, and a washing machine is on hand. Sea views and free wifi add to the appeal. Non smoking rooms and free car parking keep the stay straightforward.
See 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot TubSerenity Shores Kayak Paradise
214 Dorcas Bay Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSerenity Shores Kayak Paradise on Dorcas Bay Road is a 4-star lakeside house with a spa and a beach nearby, aimed at guests who want time on the water. Bathrobes, a kitchen with dishwasher and a patio make for comfortable self-catering days, and pets are allowed. It is 9.8 km from the centre. Wheelchair accessible facilities and free car parking are also listed.
See Serenity Shores Kayak ParadiseDragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living
400 Dorcas Bay Road, Tobermory, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereDragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living sits on Dorcas Bay Road with a lake setting, a fireplace and a patio for quiet evenings. The 4-star house has a kitchen with dishwasher and oven, and a terrace extends the living space outdoors. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It is 10.7 km from the centre, so it best suits guests with a car who want a nature-focused lakeside base.
See Dragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neptunes Hideaway | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.8 km |
| Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 10.8 km |
| Tobermory Village Getaway | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 3.5 km |
| Grotto Escape Unwind at Cameron Lakehouse | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 8.4 km |
| Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Lands End Private Tobermory Waterfront Escape | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.3 km |
| Tobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 7.6 km |
| Lakeview Loft A Frame Escape Tobermory | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 8.4 km |
| 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 2.3 km |
| Serenity Shores Kayak Paradise | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 9.8 km |
| Dragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 10.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub and Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub both pair a Jacuzzi with a fireplace and lake or sea outlook, and both are among the closest properties to the centre, at 2.3 km and 2.4 km. Each has a terrace and free parking.
45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub · Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub
For families
Tobermory Village Getaway, Neptunes Hideaway and Grotto Escape Unwind at Cameron Lakehouse all list family rooms and kitchens with dishwasher and oven. Two add a sofa bed. Village Getaway also provides cots and high chairs, and is 3.5 km from the centre.
Tobermory Village Getaway · Neptunes Hideaway · Grotto Escape Unwind at Cameron Lakehouse
For beach and water
Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage has its own private beach; Tobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season and 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub list a sea view, and Lands End Private Tobermory Waterfront Escape sits on the waterfront at 6.3 km from the centre.
Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage · Tobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season · 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub · Lands End Private Tobermory Waterfront Escape
Where to stay in Tobermory
Corey Crescent
Corey Crescent lies close to the town centre around Little Tub Harbour, the walkable commercial core of Tobermory with shops, restaurants and tour boat operators within walking distance. Both properties here are among the nearest to the centre on this shortlist, at 3.5 km and 2.3 km.
Our picks here: Tobermory Village Getaway · 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub
Dorcas Bay Road
Dorcas Bay Road runs out towards the quieter water side of Tobermory, away from the harbour bustle. Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage, Serenity Shores Kayak Paradise and Dragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living all sit along it, between 9.8 km and 10.8 km from the centre, each with its own lake setting.
Our picks here: Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage · Serenity Shores Kayak Paradise · Dragonfly Cove Nature Inspired Lakeside Living
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Tobermory is reached primarily by car via Highway 6, which runs up the Bruce Peninsula from Owen Sound; the drive takes about three hours from Owen Sound and roughly four hours from Toronto. There is no train service, and the nearest major airport is Toronto Pearson, with smaller regional airports in Owen Sound and Wiarton. Once in Tobermory a car is useful for exploring the national park and surrounding areas, though the town centre is walkable. Cycling is possible on the peninsula but involves hilly terrain. During summer a ferry connects Tobermory to Manitoulin Island.
When to go
The main visitor season runs from late spring through early autumn, with July and August the busiest. Summer brings warm weather and full access to tour boats, parks and services. Spring and autumn are quieter, with cooler temperatures and some businesses on reduced hours. Winter brings cold, snowy conditions and many attractions close, though the landscape has a stark beauty for those prepared for the weather.
Questions, answered
Are these hotels in the centre of Tobermory?
Mostly not. They are cottages and retreats spread along the roads around town. The closest are 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub at 2.3 km and Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub at 2.4 km from the centre; the furthest, Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage, is 10.8 km away.
Which properties have a hot tub?
Two list a Jacuzzi: Georgian Legendary Tobermory Retreat With Hot Tub on China Cove Road and 45 Degrees North Waterfront & Hot Tub on Corey Crescent. Neptunes Hideaway lists a sauna, and Tobermory Retreat SAUNA Waterfront 4 Season has one too.
Do the properties have kitchens?
Every one lists a kitchen with microwave, oven and refrigerator. Many also add a dishwasher, and all have free Wifi and free car parking.
Is there anywhere to swim or launch a canoe?
Blue Vista Tobermory Waterfront Cottage has a private beach on site, and several others are listed as lake or waterfront properties. Neptunes Hideaway lists a canoe among its facilities. Tour boats to Flowerpot Island leave from Little Tub Harbour.
What is there to do in Tobermory?
Popular activities include hiking in Bruce Peninsula National Park, visiting Flowerpot Island by tour boat, scuba diving among shipwrecks in Fathom Five National Marine Park, and exploring the harbour area around Little Tub.
Do I need a car?
A car is useful for reaching the national park and the outlying properties on this list, several of which sit 6 km or more from the centre. The town centre around Little Tub Harbour is walkable, with shops and restaurants close together.
When is the best time to visit?
Summer, from July to August, is the most popular time, with warm weather and all attractions open. Spring and autumn are quieter but some services may be limited, and winter closes many attractions.