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Waterside Retreats of the Netherlands
Discover the Netherlands’ most enchanting waterfront and island escapes. Whether you’re seeking a cozy canal-side hideaway, a tranquil lakeside retreat, or a charming coastal getaway, our curated destinations bring you closer to nature, water adventures, and serene relaxation.
Top Waterfront & Island Retreats in the Netherlands
Fogo Island Inn
- Location: Fogo Island, Newfoundland and Labrador
- Price Per Night: $2500+
- Luxury boutique hotel with oceanfront views
- Award-winning architecture & sustainability focus
- Exclusive island experience with seasonal adventure activities
Fogo Island Inn offers an ultra-unique, remote island experience. Overlooking the wild Atlantic Ocean, guests enjoy whale watching, coastal hikes, and locally inspired fine dining in one of Canada’s most exclusive waterfront lodges.
Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
- Location: Vancouver Island, British Columbia
- Price Per Night: $2100+
- Luxury glamping experience in the heart of nature
- Ocean kayaking, whale watching & heli-hiking
- Exclusive eco-friendly retreat
Located in a protected biosphere, Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is an all-inclusive eco-retreat offering ocean kayaking, wildlife excursions, and luxurious safari-style accommodations along the Pacific coast.
The Inn at Bay Fortune
- Location: Prince Edward Island
- Price Per Night: $500+
- Culinary-focused luxury inn
- Ocean-to-table dining with farm-fresh ingredients
- Secluded, peaceful island escape
The Inn at Bay Fortune combines waterfront relaxation with fine dining, offering guests a chance to unwind in a peaceful setting with ocean views while enjoying farm-to-table cuisine crafted by award-winning chefs.
Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort
- Location: Panorama, British Columbia
- Price Per Night: $2000+
- Exclusive floating lodge experience
- Kayaking, bear watching & private helicopter tours
- Remote, eco-conscious luxury retreat
Nestled within the Great Bear Rainforest, Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort offers an all-inclusive, secluded waterfront escape with access to pristine wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and world-class adventure activities.
Killarney Mountain Lodge
- Location: Killarney, Ontario
- Price Per Night: $350+
- Classic Canadian wilderness lodge
- Private waterfront cottages with marina access
- Canoeing, hiking & scenic Georgian Bay views
Set along the shores of Georgian Bay, Killarney Mountain Lodge is a historic waterfront retreat perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking kayaking, fishing, and breathtaking lakeside sunsets.
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
- Location: Victoria, British Columbia
- Price Per Night: $400+
- Oceanfront spa with mineral pools
- Fine dining & wine experiences
- Stunning sunset views over the Pacific
Overlooking the Salish Sea, Oak Bay Beach Hotel offers luxury oceanfront accommodations, a world-class spa, and access to whale-watching excursions, making it one of Canada’s top waterfront retreats.
Elmhirst’s Resort
- Location: Rice Lake, Ontario
- Price Per Night: $250+
- Family-friendly lakeside retreat
- Private cottages with waterfront views
- Boating, fishing & seasonal adventure activities
Perfect for families and adventure seekers, Elmhirst’s Resort offers waterfront cottages, lake activities, and a relaxing rural escape with access to boating, hiking, and farm-to-table dining.
Fox Harb’r Resort
- Location: Nova Scotia
- Price Per Night: $500+
- Luxury oceanfront golf & spa resort
- Private marina with yacht access
- Coastal horseback riding & fine dining
A high-end waterfront retreat, Fox Harb’r Resort combines oceanfront luxury with outdoor adventures like horseback riding along the cliffs, deep-sea fishing, and golf on an award-winning course.
