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Best Western Inn On The Bay

2.5 star property
Bayside hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Lake
Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Tower (Fireplace) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Room service

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1800 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON, N4K5R1
  • Place, Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Georgian College Owen Sound Campus
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly)

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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)

  • 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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Living Room;with Sofabed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • 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)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

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

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Tower

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Tower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Sofabed, Bayview, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Tower, Whirlpool, Fireplace, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 King Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Tower, Bayview, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 King Beds, Non-Smoking, Tower, View, Fireplace, Walk in Shower, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Larger Room With 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking-Tower

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

Tower Room With 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace, Walk In Shower, Refrigerator And High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Kitchenette, Boardroom Table, Living Room, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Handicap Room, Tower, Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Sofabed, Refrigerator, Iron and Ironing Board, Hairdryer

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Bayview, Kitchenette, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Tower

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Owen Sound

Best Western Inn On The Bay places you next to Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre and Lake Huron. This hotel has 100 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tom Thomson Art Gallery - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Billy Bishop Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Georgian College Owen Sound Campus - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Minh's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Family Ties Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mudtown Station & Brewery - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inn On The Bay

Bayside hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
At Best Western Inn On The Bay, guests have access to a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day (maximum CAD 113 per stay), plus a deposit of CAD 100 per night
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-1:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western Bay Owen Sound
Best Western Inn Bay
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Best Western Inn On The Bay Hotel Owen Sound
BEST WESTERN Inn On The Bay Owen Sound, Ontario
Best Western Owen Sound
Inn On The Bay
Owen Sound Best Western
Best On The Bay Owen Sound
Best Western Inn On The Bay Hotel
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Best Western Inn On The Bay Hotel Owen Sound

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Best Western Inn On The Bay?

This hotel is located in Owen Sound, just steps from Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre and Lake Huron, and within a short walk of Georgian Bay. You'll also find Owen Sound Marine-Rail Museum and Harrison Park within a short drive.

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

As of Dec 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Inn On The Bay on Dec 16, 2025 start from $137.95, 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.

Is there parking available at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Best Western Inn On The Bay have a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Inn On The Bay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Best Western Inn On The Bay have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Inn On The Bay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Inn On The Bay serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bishop's Landing.

Does Best Western Inn On The Bay allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Inn On The Bay for a fee of CAD 22.60 per accommodation, per day. A deposit of CAD 100 per night is collected.

Does Best Western Inn On The Bay have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Western Inn On The Bay?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Inn On The Bay.

Best Western Inn On The Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bryon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The carpeting in hallway smelled stale. Staff were receptive and accommodating. Location is isolated from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is a warm water jet tub with a hot tub next to it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

8/10 Good

Samia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hovhannes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

zeng yuan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Naasera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jagjit

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception was a little bit biased with other customers
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zulfiquer Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit central idéal pour explorer la Baie Georgienne et ses attraits touristique. À 1h30 de la Grotto et à 1h de Blue Montain et Wasaga Beach. Notre séjour de 3 nuits fut incroyable, je recommande fortement.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Laith

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sehem, Vaughan

Liked: Staff & service
Its goo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fateh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatih, Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's very good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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