Five Niagara-on-the-Lake hotels have earned spots on U.S. News & World Report’s 15th annual list of the best hotels worldwide — and each ranked in the top 100 in Canada.
The 2025 list features 31,000 properties across more than 400 destinations and includes 498 in Canada.
U.S. News evaluated hotels with four to five-star ratings and recognized some three-star hotels in select locations.
Rankings were based on a property’s industry awards, hotel class ratings and guest reviews.
To qualify, each one had to fit in U.S. News’ definition of a hotel or resort and have at least 20 guest reviews at the time of evaluation.
White Oaks Resort & Spa placed highest among the NOTL rankings at number 25 of Canada’s Top 100 and number four among the country’s top 25 resorts — an achievement the hotel credits to its commitment to excellent service, said CEO Ameer Wakil.
“This achievement is a true testament to our dedicated team, whose passion and hard work create unforgettable stays for our guests,” he said.
Ashley Brown, director of brand and creative strategy, said this recognition affirms the resort is on the right path with its mission — To treat every guest and team member like they’re the key to their success.
“This mantra empowers our internal culture and fuels the personal connections and experiences we create for each and every guest,” Brown said, which Anna Corman, director of human resources, seconded.
“Who could have imagined when we first opened our doors in 1978, that we would one day receive such an incredible honour — while staying true to the family values that built us?” said Dave Cassidy, director of hotel and conference operations.
Harbour House ranked second highest of NOTL rankings at number 54, with Pillar and Post Inn & Spa at number 63, Queen’s Landing at number 95 and the Oban Inn at number 97.
