We are glad to share our insights on our stay at Killarney Mountain Lodge, which we deem one of the best places to stay in Killarney, Ontario.
When we were planning our last summer weekend getaway to Killarney, we considered several options for places to stay. We eventually decided to stay at Killarney Mountain Lodge, a rustic full-service resort and marina, close to the town center. Our story below discusses in more detail our stay in this resort.
Killarney Mountain Lodge
The resort is nestled on Georgian Bay’s north shore and located at 3 Commissioner Street, only around 0.6 kilometers from the center of Killarney. It is a family-owned resort and prides itself on having a friendly ambiance and a provider of the high-end amenities for a refined Canadian wilderness lodge experience.
The video below provides a peek into the facilities and amenities available at Killarney Mountain Lodge.
The resort rests between the red granite shores of Georgian Bay and white quartzite hills and sparkling lakes of Killarney Provincial Park close by. Such a location provides unlimited opportunities for canoe, kayak, and sailboat on the one hand and hiking the trails in the spectacular scenic wilderness nearby.
Killarney Mountain Lodge is a perfect oasis for a nice getaway – thanks to excellent accommodation options, top-notch dining, outstanding amenities on top of the outdoor activities available.
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Accommodation Options
The Lodge provides a full-service resort experience with flexible accommodation options and varied dining facilities and excellent amenities.
Below are the various accommodation choices available from the resort:
- Covered Portage – This building (a recent addition) overlooks the Killarney Channel. It features a unique accommodation experience. It has spacious air-conditioned suites with either a king bed (King View Suite) or two queen beds (Queen View Suite), providing lodge-style amenities, a generous three-piece bathroom with a shower, and lush outdoor leisure spaces.
- Cabin Suites – These are collections of pine-paneled suites found throughout the resort grounds. These suites embody the historical roots of Killarney Mountain Lodge and rustic simplicity. These non-air-conditioned suites are connected to the main Lodge via a covered walkway and furnished with either a plush King bed (Killarney Suites) or Queen bed (Georgian Bay Suites) and a bathroom with a shower.
- Executive Suites – These private residences (except for one) look out onto the Killarney Channel, providing a breathtaking panoramic view of the water on one side and forests/majestic mountains on the other.
- Long House Suites – These suites are built for family vacations in mind, featuring one master room with a cozy king bed and a second room featuring a trundle bed for the kids. These suites have easy access to the pool, sauna, restaurant, and adjacent parking.
- La Cloche Rooms – The La Cloche Rooms offer basic dormitory-style accommodations at lower prices, but still providing access to all amenities of the resort.
- Pine Lodge Rooms – A Pine Lodge Room comes with a small three-piece bathroom with a shower and a plush Queen and Twin bed. These are not insulated nor air-conditioned.
For our visit, we decided to book King View Suites at the Covered Portage. A couple of things to note is that the suites do not come with cable TV. But who needs it in such an idyllic place with so much to fill your day. Free wifi is not available in the rooms. It was a good thing we brought our pocket wifi. Check out our separate post on this and other gadgets that may come in handy for getaways like this.
Dining at the Resort
Source: Killarney Mountain Lodge website
The Lodge has a range of delicious dining options to satisfy every craving and include the following:
- The Carousel Lounge – This is the most popular event space and entertainment hub in the resort. Here you can enjoy music, dancing, local craft beer, and internationally sourced wine while looking out to a remarkable view of the Killarney Channel and the surrounding landscape. You can order your meal from the Main Dining Room and take it to the Carousel Lounge for a more casual setting.
- The Main Dining Room – Adorned with original paintings by some of Killarney’s best artists, traditional chalet décor, soft linens, and rich table settings, the Main Dining Room promises an intimate and lavish dining experience. Besides, you have the views overlooking the Killarney Channel and the Carousel Lounge giving the right ambiance as you sit back and enjoy your meal and drinks.
- The Ranch House – This is the Lodge’s premier steak house, located at the Canada House, the world’s largest log style conference structure, where you can enjoy expertly-crafted dishes and wine selections while looking out to Georgian Bay and the Killarney Channel.
- The Great Room – A casual space for food and drinks while unwinding and sharing the day’s experiences. A large stone fireplace provides a relaxing ambiance, and large patio doors beckon you to a tiered outdoor patio where you can enjoy your meal or drinks while watching the boats sail by.
- Others – The Outdoor BBQ is a great place to enjoy during summer months, while Curds ‘N Whey is an excellent source of fresh bread, etc. paired with warm coffee, cappuccino, or latte for breakfast.
Things to do
As we shared in a related post, Killarney has magnificent landscapes and beautiful bodies of water, perfect for a host of activities. Some of these are:
Hiking
You can do this right from the resort. There is a moderate-difficulty Lighthouse Trail that begins on the east side of the entrance to the Killarney Mountain Lodge and takes approximately 2-3 hours to cover the 5 kilometers round trip. It will take you through a forest trail to the Killarney East Lighthouse that will provide you a fabulous view of Georgian Bay.
If you would rather skip the forest, a short drive can take you to the Killarney Provincial Park, where hiking trails for different skill levels are available for your choosing. During our last visit to Killarney, we did both, and we immensely enjoyed them.
Water-based activities
There are many water-based activities you can enjoy at the resort. The more popular ones are:
- Fishing – Killarney has been famous for anglers, and the Lodge makes it easy and convenient. You can have an unforgettable fishing experience through Killarney Mountain Lodge. You can do it leisurely right at the docks or venture out to the shorelines of Killarney. The Register at the Lodge’s front desk can surely help you arrange for boat rentals, excursions, or charters. We did bring along our fishing gears but did not get the chance to use them due to schedule constraints. And the waters were not that ideal during our stay. Well, maybe next time.
- Water-Based Activities – Canoes, Kayaks, and Paddleboards are available for free use by guests of the Lodge. If you want to go for water excursions, the spectacular view of the Killarney Channel is perfect for various waterfront group activities, such as sailing and guided cruises. However, these offerings for the 2020 season have been at a limited scale due to the COVID-19 situation. As we did not pre-book, we did not get the chance to try any of these, and our other activities anyway filled up our time.
Parting thoughts
For a relaxed and comfortable stay at Killarney, an excellent option will be the Killarney Mountain Lodge, one of the best places to stay in Killarney, Ontario. You will surely enjoy a full-service resort experience with flexible accommodation facilities, a range of delicious dining options to satisfy every craving, and a host of activities and amenities at your disposal. If you want to book you stay at the Killarney Mountain Lodge, click the banner below.
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If you had the opportunity to enjoy this place, you may want to share your experience as well by leaving your comments below.
Quite an interesting one here and it seems great to read on. For a start, I honestly think that this can make a whole lot of difference when visiting Ontario to just follow your guide here and stay in these places since they can definitely make the difference for us. Really worthy here and thank you for sharing
Hello DarmiMaddie,
You are most welcome and thank you as well for your kind comments. We are quite that you found our article a great read and useful when you will be planning to visit Ontario. Our other post provides you more information you can use when planning a weekend getaway in Killarney, Ontario.
Thanks for this expose on the best places to stay in Killarney. I must confess, this is the first time I am getting to know of Killarney. It really has a great Lodge and the Killarney Mountain Lodge seems to be a very great place to stay. Can you pls enlighten us more on the prices of the accommodation options you just mentioned above?
Hello Kelvin,
Thank you for your comments. Great to know that our post provides you the opportunity to know more about Killarney. You can check out our other post for more information about Killarney.
Killarney Mountain Lodge’s accommodation options offer quite a range of price points, whether you are looking for some luxury or budget choices. You can contact them directly or check them out on a number of online booking platforms.
And they do run specials every now and then. In fact, we’re fortunate to have gotten ours at a good rate after checking through Booking.com and contacting them directly.
The place looks absolutely fabulous and I’d love to go there. I also watched both of your videos about Killarney on your youtube channel, I love towers and lighthouses so it’s nice that there is a lighthouse there. Truly a lovely place, like a paradise. I just hope the accommodation is not too expensive if I go there with my spouse for a weekend. Thank you for sharing!
Hello Lenka,
Yes, if you like the outdoors and nature, Killarney indeed is a fabulous place. There are a lot of things you can do for your weekend getaway within the Lodge as well as surrounding parks and attractions.
Killarney Mountain Lodge’s accommodation options offer flexibility, whether you are looking for some luxury or budget choices. And they do run specials every now and then. We were in fact fortunate to get ours at a good rate after checking Booking.com and contacting them directly.
Thank you for your comments as well as for viewing our videos on our YouTube channel.
Hi,
From my research Killarney is home to the best of what Ireland has to offer the beautiful rustic landscapes, buckets of old world charm, and that famous Irish hospitality that leaves every visitor feeling like they’re part of the family. There are best places to stay in killarney, it depends on your budget. No matter your budget or reason for visit there are accommodation that suit your needs. Killarney mountain lodge is one of the best place.
Thank you.
Aluko.
Hello Aluko,
Thank you for your comments and insights. The Killarney we refer to in this post is located in Northern Ontario, Canada. It is indeed the namesake of that beautiful town in Ireland. Similar to its Irish sister, this Killarney offers as well breathtaking landscapes and a perfect destination for a weekend getaway from Toronto, Canada. Wish you will have the opportunity to swing by this place when it is again safe to travel.
Oh wow, Killarney Mountain Lodge just looks amazing from your post and the video. To have the location that provides all the opportunities of canoeing, kayaking and also hiking trails, is just amazing. The accommodation looks top notch with many fantastic choices. I will definitely put Killarney on my bucket list for when we are allowed to freely move around and travel again.
Hello LineCowley,
Thank you for your comments. Glad to know that you find this interesting and that it will be on your bucket list. The place is indeed amazing, particularly if you love nature and the outdoors. Our other post narrates our hiking experience during our visit to Killarney.