The Briars Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Family-friendly Georgina hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention centre

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Indoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Courtyard
Front of property – evening/night
Exterior
Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, fireplace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • Private beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool access
  • Ski rentals
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

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Family Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 36 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Room, Lake View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Cottage, Multiple Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 6 King Beds, 2 Double Sofa Beds and 2 Double Beds

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Cottage, Multiple Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 20
  • 8 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Golf View, Garden Area

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
55 Hedge Road, R.R. 1, Jacksons Point, Georgina, ON, L0E 1L0

What's nearby

  • Lake Simcoe - 5 min walk
  • Bonnie Park - 13 min walk
  • Briars Golf Club - 2 min drive
  • Sibbald Point Provincial Park - 4 min drive
  • Georgina Arts Centre and Gallery - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.) - 65 min drive
  • East Gwillimbury Station - 33 min drive
  • Bradford Station - 39 min drive
  • Barrie South Station - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger Bandits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Boondocks Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The ROC - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Briars Resort & Spa

The Briars Resort & Spa offers a private beach where you can play volleyball, plus you'll have access to on-site kayaking. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a golf course, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 96 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Basketball
  • Golf lessons
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Ice skating
  • Snowshoeing
  • Pool table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong
  • Private beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (7000 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Ski equipment hire

Facilities

  • 16 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1840
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course on-site
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden
  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The Briars Spa has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 100 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Briars Resort Jacksons Point
Briars Jacksons Point
Briars Resort Georgina
Briars Georgina
The Briars Resort Spa
The Briars Resort Spa
The Briars Resort & Spa Hotel
The Briars Resort & Spa Georgina
The Briars Resort & Spa Hotel Georgina

Frequently asked questions

Does The Briars Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Briars Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Briars Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Briars Resort & Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Briars Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Briars Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 100 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Briars Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with winter activities such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the on-site golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball, volleyball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Briars Resort & Spa also has an indoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre, as well as an arcade, a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Briars Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does The Briars Resort & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio and a garden.
What's the area around The Briars Resort & Spa like?
The Briars Resort & Spa is located on the waterfront, a short 5-minute walk from Lake Simcoe and 13 minutes' walk from Bonnie Park.

The Briars Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Navneet, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely return
Beautiful historic property and the spa was exceptional
Lauren, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

alfred, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The room we booked was supposed to have 2 double beds. The room we received was a double and uncomfortable sofa bed
Joanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay at the Briars for the Georgina Marathon. It was convenient for shuttle service to the event. Unfortunately, the pool, sauna and hot tub were closed for repairs. We were looking forward to using these, so were disappointed. We had a lovely room. Breakfast buffet was pretty good. The outside area was beautiful.
Nancy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was just as stated in all the other reviews. The bed was perfect. Check in was convenient and fast. No issues!
Debra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wing Sze, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The location is great. The rooms really require renovation. They are very dated and kind of run down. The extra patios need some attention. They need to be cleaned, including the chairs. Given the cost of staying at The Briars, rooms should be updated. Thank you for the stay.
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

?, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

quiet setting, modest breakfast with dirty windows by the breakfast table ., coffee not hot, and low taste and flavour
john, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Good first looking place ( well rated until 2018)...we booked for three guests, the bedroom had old unclean carpet and internet not fixed on TV ( we fixed it alone !), the electric blug on one wall was broken, there is mildew in the bathroom, hair on the floor and two sets of towels,,,we asked again at the front desk but impossible to get towels until 8h00 PM, finally we asked for pool towels ( unclean) and the set never came! ...infiltration of water in one wall of the indoor pool ( emergency to repair), the outdoor pool closed for the season ( big unclean cover over it) ,big hole in the ceiling near Exit sign almost falling near our room, carpet unclean all around, lack of painting outside and mastic around windows not fit ( emergency to repair before winter), one tennis court ok but the second full of grass, private beach of ten feet wide, staff at the front desk tried to help but didn't know at all where they work....went outside for dinner ( we discover alone a nice pub at a driving distance) , good news, the breakfast was good and the service perfect ( wonderful room but unclean again)...
Kathleen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Check in was very slow. My assigned room didn't have a bed in it, when I went back to front desk, she had to go check herself before giving me a room with a bed.
brad, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful waterfront property with great views from the dock. Friendly staff, excellent food and dog friendly.
Guy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Outdated and over priced… Clean and average stay Annoyed that housekeeping knocked at 8am asking if i needed anything. Yes sleep please. Just an ok time. Not worth the money
Nazzarena, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Yun Wook, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Very sad to see what was the beautiful historic Briars so neglected. This is no longer an elegant resort but now leveled to a rundown motel at best. We had two rooms, one was right beside a large wedding event with loud entertainment. What were they thinking. The other room was on the other side of the property. Our party had to share one room. There was no receptionist upon arrival. A security guard had to deal with our situation and walk us to our room. He then said we were the only guests in that building. As we entered our room it looked like we were walking in to the 1950’s. Not just old but filthy dirty furniture and worn. The bathroom handle fell off so we could not close the door properly. Not ideal. In the morning we noted the deck was rotting. We did not stay to enjoy breakfast. Headed to reception and as we passed through the hallways we noted the pool was closed and covered up with tarps, dirt and debris. And a strange installation of a Chinese warrior and other oriental icons. Guest services kindly refunded us for the second room that we could not use and commented on the difficult morning they were having dealing with complaints. $350 later for the one room is still outrageous for rooms that should be shut down until major renovations applied. As someone who knew the third generation of the founding Sibbald family we found ourselves very sad to see new owners who obviously don’t care about the guest experience or preserving this iconic landmark.
madeleine, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Although I was thankful for the balcony with the room it was in really bad condition. The railings needed a new paint job. We had to clean off the chairs and the floor to be able to sit out there comfortably. The roof of the building was also in great need of repair.
Georgina, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The Briars is a lovely old resort in the heart of cottage country. Its charm is in its history and gorgeous gardens. It must have been the place to be in its heyday. Exploring around the property showed the signs of disuse. The tower lookout windows were covered in spiderwebs making it hard to see out, the tennis court had weeds coming through the asphalt, and the outdoor pool was covered in tarps. Service wise, the computers went down Sunday morning so I waited 1 hour to get breakfast and finally left without one. The same with checkout…no printed bill. The Briars needs a redo…
Ina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Check in was not an issue and our room was suitable for the short time we were staying.
Sharon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Tammy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The Briars was wonderful and the staff extremely helpful but Expedia booked us into the wrong room - garden view instead of lake view. Fortunately the Briars staff was able to accommodate us.
Mona, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Jodi, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were great. So very hardworking and friendly.
Lesley, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Arsh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Eric J., 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review