Title: Bala Travel Guide: Best of Bala, Muskoka Lakes Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Bala](https://expedia.co.uk/Bala-Hotels.d6352608.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Bala](https://expedia.co.uk/Bala-Holiday-Rentals.d6352608.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Bala](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Bala.d6352608.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Bala Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bala.d6352608.Car-Hire-Guide)[Bala Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Bala.d6352608.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bala Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![bala falls in ontario canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352608/695874a0-40b2-4226-a98e-620b629cf66e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![bala falls in ontario canada](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352608/695874a0-40b2-4226-a98e-620b629cf66e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Afternoon at the lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352605/85bad7a8-f7f0-420a-85a8-391d07e8138f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Two adirondack wooden chairs on dock facing a blue lake with clouds reflections](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352605/3dda65cb-7dbe-4dc7-8469-d9cb3a7e7efb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Look close to find the cranberries in the bushes. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635740523284/24440b84-235a-4577-9cdf-f233b09e879c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bala Things to do - Top hotels in Bala - Top Holiday Rentals in Bala ![The Dudley Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98509500/98509431/a273c113_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Dudley Inn 3440 Muskoka Rd. Hwy 169 Muskoka Lakes ON £76 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews) Guest service was great! She responded so quickly to our needs. She let us checked in early as we arrive earlier than expected. The place is beautiful. We highly recommend this place. Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=98509431&PinnedHotelID=98509431&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352608) ![Lake Muskoka Cottage with Sandy Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27157800/27157742/1d062026_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Muskoka Cottage with Sandy Beach Port Carling ON Stay at this beach holiday home in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Muskoka Lakes Winery and Bala's Museum are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews) Our host set up the property perfectly for our winter retreat. We had access to the patio, bbq and fire pit. The view is amazing! Nice cozy cottage. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=27157742&PinnedHotelID=27157742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352608) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=27157742&PinnedHotelID=27157742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352608) ![Muskoka lakefront,private sand beach ,cosy-family cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118703400/118703343/fbe850e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Muskoka lakefront,private sand beach ,cosy-family cottage Port Carling ON Stay at this cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muskoka Lakes Winery and Lake Joseph Golf ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Amazing property with big grass lot. Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=118703343&PinnedHotelID=118703343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352608) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=118703343&PinnedHotelID=118703343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352608) [See all 1,045 properties in Bala](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6352608) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Lake Muskoka Cottage with Sandy Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27160000/27157800/27157742/1d062026_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Muskoka Cottage with Sandy Beach Port Carling ON Stay at this beach holiday home in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Muskoka Lakes Winery and Bala's Museum are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews) Our host set up the property perfectly for our winter retreat. We had access to the patio, bbq and fire pit. The view is amazing! Nice cozy cottage. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntsville-Hotels-Cute-Four-Season-Cottage-With-Sand-Beach-On-Lake-Muskoka.h27157742.Hotel-Information) ![Muskoka lakefront,private sand beach ,cosy-family cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118703400/118703343/fbe850e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Muskoka lakefront,private sand beach ,cosy-family cottage Port Carling ON Stay at this cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Muskoka Lakes Winery and Lake Joseph Golf ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Amazing property with big grass lot. Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muskoka-Lakes-Hotels-Muskoka-Lakefront.h118703343.Hotel-Information) ![Bala Vida Cabin - Steps to Lake Muskoka w/ pond, fire pit & cedar barrel sauna ✌🏼](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108040000/108035300/108035300/7ce5928a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bala Vida Cabin - Steps to Lake Muskoka w/ pond, fire pit & cedar barrel sauna ✌🏼 Bala ON Stay at this cottage in Muskoka Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a garden. Popular attractions Bala's Museum and Muskoka Lakes Winery are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews) We had great experience at the cottage!! Very clean, the sauna is great and you can see the care put into renovating. You feel very private and the property is beautiful. Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muskoka-Lakes-Hotels-Charming-2-Bedroom-Cottage-With-WiFi.h108035300.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Bala](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6352608&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Bala hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352608&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![One of my favourite spots to explore, the Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve is a little spot in Ontario Cottage Country that is free from any near-by light pollution which makes for some impressive night skies. #BvSApplication ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635940036710/9e0c9cb6-d1f9-41ba-b2bd-e00b05f27fed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve Explore the great outdoors at Torrance Barrens Dark-Sky Preserve, a lovely green space in Torrance. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Torrance-Barrens-Dark-Sky-Preserve-Huntsville.d553248635940036710.Attraction) ![Lake Muskoka Chair...spotted some of these nice chairs all around, and this one provided a very relaxing stop while hiking the parameter of a small part of this huge lovely lake. #greatoutdoors](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216325/94e70eed-bc28-4f11-862f-be3d7828e68a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hardy Lake Provincial Park You can take time to visit Hardy Lake Provincial Park during your travels to Muskoka Lakes. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hardy-Lake-Provincial-Park-Muskoka-Lakes.d6214692.Attraction) #### Muskoka Lakes Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Muskoka Lakes Winery during your travels to Bala. Visit the spas in this romantic area or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muskoka-Lakes-Winery-Muskoka-Lakes.d553248621562269409.Attraction) #### Lake Joseph Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Port Carling at Lake Joseph Golf Club. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Joseph-Golf-Club-Huntsville.d6294866.Attraction) #### Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Utterson at Diamond In The Ruff Golf Course. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the canoeing opportunities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Diamond-In-The-Ruff-Golf-Course-Muskoka-Lakes.d553248621562269285.Attraction) #### The Rock Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Minett at The Rock Golf Course. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Rock-Golf-Course-Huntsville.d6215677.Attraction) ## Cities near Bala ![Muskoka Chairs by Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181897/8ba9292b-93fb-4a24-96be-bdb962615536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Port Carling ![Cottages, boats, and and boathouses; Shutterstock ID 471449519; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635740523284/90c877b0-0eb8-440a-a686-ef58c74e3a98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Muskoka Lakes - Cities near Bala - Places of interest [Port Carling](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Carling.dx181897)[Muskoka Lakes](https://expedia.co.uk/Muskoka-Lakes.dx553248635740523284) - [Lake Muskoka ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Muskoka-Ontario.d6352605.Attraction) - [Georgian Bay Islands National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Georgian-Bay-Islands-National-Park-Georgian-Bay.d6089433.Attraction) - [Hardy Lake Provincial Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hardy-Lake-Provincial-Park-Muskoka-Lakes.d6214692.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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