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Best Western Inn On The Bay

2.5 star property
Eco-certified retreat on the bay combines peaceful garden setting with excellent dining, wellness amenities and a prime location for exploring the area

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Best Western Inn On The Bay offers a tranquil waterfront setting. Relax in the garden, rejuvenate in the sauna, or dine at Bishop's Landing. Stay active in the on-site gym and enjoy free self parking for easy local exploration. The staff is praised for their attentive service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 529
AED 621 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Tower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Ground Floor, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Tower (Larger Room) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Tower (Larger Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Bay View (Larger Room) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Bay View (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Bay View (with Sofabed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Bay View (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Tower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Owen Sound, Best Western Inn On The Bay is near the bay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Georgian Bay. Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum and Story Book Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Owen Sound travel guide
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1800 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON, N4K5R1

What's nearby

  • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tom Thomson Art Gallery
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum
    1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Billy Bishop Museum
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Georgian College Owen Sound Campus
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    17 min walk
  • The European Bakery Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Mudtown Station & Brewery
    12 min walk
  • Family Ties Restaurant
    14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inn On The Bay

  • Hotel near Lake Huron
  • Consider a stay at Best Western Inn On The Bay and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Bishop's Landing, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and an electric car charging station
    • A vegetable garden, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 100 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like high-speed internet.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (CAD 1 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; CAD 10 to 15 for adults and CAD 6 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bishop's Landing

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 5,600 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (72 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 113 per stay), plus a deposit of CAD 100 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 15 for adults, and CAD 6 to 10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: CAD 1 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet deposit: CAD 100 per night
  • Pet fee: CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 113 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Inn On The Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Inn On The Bay allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of CAD 100 per night and a fee of CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

As of 4 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Inn On The Bay on 7 June 2026 start from AED 529, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Inn On The Bay located?

Situated near the bay, this hotel is steps from Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre, Lake Huron, and Georgian Bay. Gallery de Boer, Fine Art & Jazz and Central Westside United Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Inn On The Bay Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Excellent warm friendly hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, Clean Room, Basic Breakfast easy Parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn Ria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been a few times, spa area is great. Staff super friendly, restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Only stayed one night, but room and hotel met all expectations
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean with amazing helpful staff -restaurant is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hot tub and sauna.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here numerous times and every time the standard is excellent. The staff are great. The room is always immaculate and the dining room has good food. Truly highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A luxurious building. Big hallways, clean. Restaurant on site was very nice, cozy, relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yaara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, good value for money. The breakfast was also very good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very pleasant and accomodating. The room was quiet and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the spa area & the views. The King Tower suite is well worth the visit. Overall everything was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An enjoyable evening and overnight, very conveniently located and we really appreciated that there was a lovely restaurant on premises. The staff were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pornpawi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love a restaurant in the hotel, good view from the bayside
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel with friendly staff on the waterfront makes for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spotlessly clean suite with a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location so nice , Will go back for sure !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. I had a great 4 night stay here with friends while hiking the Bruce Trail.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is one stop shopping! Breakfast was amazing!! The view is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the onsite restaurant and the walking trails around property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is lovely as you are near Georgian Bay and a great walking path. It is easy to get to downtown where there are great shops and restaurants. The rooms are comfortable and clean and check in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place ! And very good customer service !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the rink and water. Hotel was decent. Good breakfast. Clean rooms. Nice hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andre

Liked: Staff & service
Even though the spa and pool were small, they were the highlight of the hotel as they give you a nice view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well appointed. We had a view of the bay and enjoyed a walking trail along the water. The staff were very nice and extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025