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The Bala Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the spa at this Muskoka Lakes hotel

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Suitable for performances and presentations, this room features a stage area with a backdrop and audio equipment.
Relax in a spacious room with a pool table and framed artwork, featuring a door to a separate area and a window with a blind.
Step into the historic charm of Bala Bay Inn, established in 1910, with its unique decorative pattern and elegant sign.
Welcome to Bala Bay Inn, home to The Ghost Kitchen and Wink & Wile Spa, with a beautifully maintained garden and a charming multi-story building.
Enjoy meals at a long, narrow dining area with round tables and white chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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3063 Muskoka District Road 169, Bala, ON, P0C 1A0
  • Bala's Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bala

Close to the beach.You'll find Lake Muskoka and Bala's Museum within a 15-minute walk of this Muskoka Lakes hotel. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Hardy Lake Provincial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Muskoka - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bala's Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hardy Lake Provincial Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Muskoka Lakes Winery - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gravenhurst Station - 23 min drive
  • Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clear Lake Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Muskoka Lakes Winery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Don's Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hook and Ladder - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kee to Bala - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Bala Bay Inn

Enjoy the spa at this Muskoka Lakes hotel
The Bala Bay Inn offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Muskoka Lakes hotel.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bala Bay Inn offers 35 accommodations. This Muskoka Lakes hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open select days.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Bala Bay Inn Bala
The Bala Bay Inn Hotel
The Bala Bay Inn Hotel Bala

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bala Bay Inn to the airport?

The Bala Bay Inn is 21.4 mi (34-min drive) away from the Muskoka, ON (YQA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Bala Bay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bala Bay Inn.

Does The Bala Bay Inn offer free breakfast?

The Bala Bay Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bala Bay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Bala Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bala Bay Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Bala Bay Inn have a pool?

The Bala Bay Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Bala Bay Inn have a restaurant?

The Bala Bay Inn is home to The Ghost Kitchen, which features happy hour.

Does The Bala Bay Inn have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, massages, and body treatments.

How close is The Bala Bay Inn to downtown Muskoka Lakes?

The Bala Bay Inn is 0.5 mi away from Bala.

The Bala Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Darren

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for a concert Location was great however zero AC and no fridge in room and no place to put your close Felt like we were camping , not at a hotel Staff was friendly.. but would never stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great one night stay - in Bala for a concert at The Kee. Rooms are not generally air conditioned but we lucked out with one. Clean and well taken care of. Would definitely stay again but would insist on an air conditioner!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No air conditioning but staff found us a portable unit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberley

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Costly for a bed for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay when we attend concerts at the Kee to Bala. It's fun and a relaxed fun environment within walking distance. The staff is always amazing when we come.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kate

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The structure of the building is off kilter, and the rooms feel like your on a ship, as it’s so slanted, and it throws off your equilibrium and if you suffer vertigo issues, might cause problems. The bed slanted as the whole floor is, so we tried sleeping where the opposite way at our feet end, otherwise we would have been slanted in an uncomfortable position. There were tiny ants in the bathroom everywhere and a hole in the floor!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mallory

Business traveler
It was the off season so it was very quiet. Room was clean and a nice size.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Our room was clean. It wax only a bed, 2 night stands, a tv & bathroom. No closet or dresser Our floor slanted downwards from the window. The bathtub was not level - the water did not drain. There was nobody at the desk when we checked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024