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Miners Bay Lodge

3.5 star property
Family-friendly beachfront hotel with kayaking

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Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Terrace/patio
Governor & Grandmas | Living area
Large Cottage (26,27,28) | Private kitchen
Large Cabin (11) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets
Large Cabin (24) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
9718 ON-35, Minden Hills, ON, K0M 2L0
  • Balsam Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Head Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Fenelon Falls
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Muskoka, ON (YQA)
    ‪90 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds

Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Large Cabin (12, 13)

Large Cabin (12, 13) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Large Cabin (12, 13)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

View all photos for Large Cabin (24)

Large Cabin (24) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Large Cabin (24)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Cabin (7,8,20,21,22)

Premium Cabin (7,8,20,21,22) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Premium Cabin (7,8,20,21,22)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Large Cabin (11)

Large Cabin (11) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Large Cabin (11)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Cabin (19)

Premium Cabin (19) | Floor plan

Premium Cabin (19)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (3, 5)

Standard Room (3, 5) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room (3, 5)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Small Cottage (1, 2, 4)

Small Cottage (1, 2, 4) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Small Cottage (1, 2, 4)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lakeside

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lakeside | Floor plan

Standard Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Large Room (7&8)

Large Room (7&8) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Large Room (7&8)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Floor plan

Standard Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite (14/15)

Suite (14/15) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Suite (14/15)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Cabin (16, 17)

Single Cabin (16, 17) | Terrace/patio

Single Cabin (16, 17)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economical Room

Economical Room | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Economical Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Large Cottage (26,27,28)

Large Cottage (26,27,28) | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Large Cottage (26,27,28)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Governor & Grandmas

Governor & Grandmas | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Governor & Grandmas

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Bob & Mary's

Bob & Mary's | Free rollaway beds, bed sheets

Bob & Mary's

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Minden Hills

On the beach.Within the region of this Minden Hills hotel, you'll find Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve and Casino Rama.

What's nearby

  • Balsam Lake - 19 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Shadow Lake - 19 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Minden Wild Water Preserve - 23 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Head Lake - 29 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Fenelon Falls - 46 min drive - 30.9 miles

Getting around

  • Muskoka, ON (YQA) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Summerkiss Restaurant and Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪That Place in Carnarvon - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Maple Wood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marion's Chip Shop C9 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bri's Chip Truck - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Miners Bay Lodge

Family-friendly beachfront hotel with kayaking
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. A library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Miners Bay Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Minden Hills hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Miners Bay Lodge offers 38 accommodations. Rollaway/extra beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Free children's club
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 6 to 15 for adults and CAD 4 to 12 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free children's club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 100.0 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 6 to 15 for adults, and CAD 4 to 12 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Firewood fee: CAD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Miners Bay Lodge Hotel
Miners Bay Lodge Minden Hills
Miners Bay Lodge Hotel Minden Hills

Frequently asked questions

How close is Miners Bay Lodge to the airport?

Miners Bay Lodge is 53.1 mi (68-min drive) away from the Muskoka, ON (YQA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Miners Bay Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Miners Bay Lodge.

How close is Miners Bay Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Miners Bay Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Miners Bay Lodge, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 6 and 15 for adults, CAD 4 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Miners Bay Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Miners Bay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Miners Bay Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Miners Bay Lodge have a pool?

Miners Bay Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Miners Bay Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Miners Bay Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Miners Bay Lodge to downtown Minden Hills?

Miners Bay Lodge is 9.1 mi away from Minden Hills.

Miners Bay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wright

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was old, but well-equiped, comfortable and spacious. There are two negative aspects: 1. proximity to the road so that it was noisy at times; 2. cleanliness was generally good though we collected a lot of sand when we swept the floors and the toilet seat had not been throughly cleaned.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stay in this property was something of a time travel bringing us back to the era of simplicity and generosity. If you are into hearing the bell calling for breakfast and dinner- this facility in business from 1938 is right for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaowen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed Cottage same like staying my home, full kitchen,large space, staff friendly, safe lodge, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlynn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Roadway a little loud
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

WG

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and efficient staff. The cabin was pretty bare boned and dated. The shower head only produced a trickle of water. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabin was clean and staff were very attentive. Included breakfast and dinner were very good and we made use of the small fridge in the cabin for our own snacks and drinks. Cozy peaceful setting. Swimming was great on Gull lake. We made use of the canoes. Hoping to return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Leah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old lodge so it’s a bit rustic, but clean rooms. Has good food included with the room rate. Nice staff. The beaches were nice too. The only thing is that there’s a bit of confusion regarding the kayaks/canoes/paddle boards and lack of clear signage of what belongs to the resort and what belongs to private owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Donald

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We travelled with 2 adults and 2 teens and stayed in their standard cabins. Cabins were clean and comfortable - beds were great! Washrooms could use a refresh as fixtures were quite old and dated Breakfast and dinner were included in our stay and the food was generally good, with many items made from scratch. Delicious soups! Lots of activities for everyone to enjoy including two private beach areas. We opted to go to the Gull Lake side mostly. I would be careful abiut having young children on the property as it is right on the highway and highway must be crossed to access beach. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly. We all enjoyed our time here and I would recommend overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great having breakfast and dinner included with the room rental. There was the option to buy lunch as the location is at least a 20 minute drive to a town. The beaches were clean and nice to have free access to water craft. The staff were amazing, cheerful and helpful. We would go back again and we will tell friends about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021