Name: Colonial Bay Motel and Cottages
Address: 2218 Hwy 60, Lake of Bays, Lake of Bays, Lake of Bays, P1H 2J6, Canada
Rating: 9

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No elevators

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Barbecue grill(s)

Picnic area

Barbeque

Sun Deck

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Free parking

Parking

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Next to the beach

Pool and beach

Fax and copy machine

Business

Children's playground

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Kids

Pets Not Allowed

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Colonial Bay Motel and Cottages

Lake of Bays

We had a nice and relaxing vacation here. The proximity to Algonquin Park is decent. We really enjoyed using the paddleboats and canoes. And hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Rooms were pretty clean and met our needs.

Great stay

A truly delightful stay with Bruce and Nicolle at Colonial Bay Cottages and Motel, we would have loved to stay longer! It was such a warm and friendly welcome and a really peaceful spot to land, it felt like coming home somehow. Such generous hosts, we felt privileged to share this gorgeous spot; it was so good to be able to go out on the lake in canoes, kayaks, paddleboard and pedalo and enjoy the calm, clear waters. And equally relaxing to chill in comfy seats with stunning views beside the lake and truly switch off. Thank you so much. A true highlight on our trip and we would love to come back sometime!

Amazing and peaceful spot right on the lake - highly recommend!

A very relaxing, comfortable stay in one of the motel units. The unit was clean and refreshed each day. The large lawn area provided ample space for people to sit on the Muskoka chairs or lounge chairs for a quiet read  or to chat with others.There is also a small play area. I did not make use of the canoes, kayaks or paddle boats that are available. I did enjoy the beautiful sunsets. 

Quiet, relaxing vacation

What an absolutely charming experience! From the moment we were met by owners Bruce and Nicolle we knew this would be a special week, and so it proved.

We used Colonial Bay as our base for exploring this part of Canada, with all it's beauty.

And it seemed that every time we returned to base, there was Bruce out on the property keeping everything looking great and ship shape. Nicolle was always at hand to answer our many questions about the surrounding area.

A real treat. Thanks Colonial Bay Cottages! 

Thanks Bruce & Nicolle

The photo of the sign says it all.Neglected ,outdated and worn ! I havent stayed in a room like this in 40 years.No air conditioning and we hit the hottest week of summer.The beach is somewhere between minuscule and non existent.It seemed everywhere we looked we were paying maximum and getting minimum.We have been staying in the area for over 30 years so our expectations are realistic.
  The hosts Bruce and Nicole were friendly and we found everything to be clean.But this whole place needs some serious money put into it to bring it up to todays standards..
 With so many great places in the area to choose from for less money please keep looking !This is the worst value for your money in the entire area.

1970's Accommodation

We have been going to Colonial Bay for many years (20?) and always have a great family vacation. The swimming, fishing and water sports are kid-friendly and fun. The property is perfect for soccer or frisbee or reclining in a chair. The cottages are simple and clean and cozy, with a bbq and deck out front. The owners are friendly and attentive. Can’t wait till next year.

Always good

We have been visiting  Colonial Bay for close to 20 years now.  From the beginning, Nicolle and Bruce have welcomed our family with open arms and warm hearts.  Colonial Bay provides the perfect Muskoka experience, successfully blending breathtaking nature and rustic charm with uncompromising comfort and an endless list of fun and interesting activities.   Various life responsibilities limit our vacation opportunities, but Colonial Bay remains a permanent fixture in our August calendar.

Colonial Bay never disappoints

The motel is located between Huntsville and the entrance to Algonquin Park right by the lake. We booked a standard room as two and got a room where four people could sleep. The room is beautiful and even equipped with a fireplace. There is also a small porch. We had the opportunity to use the gas grill and the owner Nicolle provided us with dishes etc. The location of the motel is fantastic. At the lake you can borrow paddle boards and canoes for free and drive a discovery across the lake. The owners are very friendly and the continental breakfast consists of a breakfast basket with bread, crossiants, yogurt, fruit, cereal, juice and snacks. Here is what we would have kept our stay here for a long time:)

Our dream of Algonquin Park has come true

We as a family had the worst experience in Colonial bay and resorts!
We booked two rooms, with two queen beds each room for our family of five. The rooms were dated, smell Moldy, sheets were stained with blood in room 2, which were changed after complaints.

No exhaust fan, internet  was very bad. They were not Covid conscious, they entered our room many time, without masks.
My son has autism and brain injuries,  he broke their Old Tv, which was from Elements, ( which had disconnected to make tv now), which you can get for $50, but we paid full amount for new Samsung TV. We were honest with them, but even after getting full amount, they started getting into our room, and passed judgments.

My son stained the white sheet with ketchup mark, (which are easy to clean and bleach) the owner Bruce, said, oh, now we have to clean the linen. Then I asked, you don’t clean your linen, that’s why there was blood stains in other room.
The both husband wife were racist, discriminating against disability.
The wife, said on our face that she can’t even look at us or talk to us, because the way we live,  our son is 14, with autism and brain injury,  who is like a 2 years old, we  wanted to give our children some good time , but we failed due to their bad attitude and discrimination against us Indian people and disabilities.

Both husband wife are rude, racist, white privileged.

The resort is nowhere, close to any restaurant, no microwaves in the rooms, so nothing to warm up your food or drinks. The lake front is not sandy, just wild growths. The decks are wiggly and loose.
Nearest city to go and eat is 35 minutes away. No facilities in the rooms and price is way more than others.

We take three small trips every summer to give our children good memories, we have been to US, Northbay, Quebec, Kirkland, Sunbeam bungalows ( which are very nice), this was the worst place and worst experience.

My family and I just had a vacation there and I was the worst experience of my life. Cottage owners were rude, judgemental, discriminatory of disable people and racist. There were red blood stains on the sheets, bc they rarely wash them, there were insects crawling inside the motel. They were discriminatory of my little autistic brother and were not accommodating at all. Definitely do not recommend staying there.

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