Haileybury Beach Motel

Guests praise the delicious breakfast and comfortable beds. They appreciate the clean, quiet rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The location offers stunning lake views.

Comfortable bed. Nice view.

The Perfect Winter Writer’s Retreat Summary: Clean and affordable family run motel, with delicious meals available just steps from your room. I highly recommend the Haileybury Beach Motel. If you're a writer looking for an affordable, peaceful retreat—or if you simply need a place to unwind and recharge— this is a quiet hidden gem in the winter. Location: On the shore of Lake Temiskaming, in the small, quaint town of Haileybury, Ontario—1.5 hours north of North Bay. This family-run motel is situated in a very quiet area of town (at least in the winter). Room Number 3: When I first walked in, I immediately noticed how warm the room was—perfect after stepping in from the cold. Too often, I’ve entered a hotel room in the dead of a Canadian winter, only to find the heat turned down to 15°C. That means sitting in my coat, waiting for the room to warm up. Not here. I was freezing when I got out of my car, but the moment I stepped inside, the room was toasty warm. Bliss. The room is compact—roughly 25 by 20 feet—but it feels cozy and inviting. The walls are freshly painted, and the north wall is covered in rustic barn board-style wallpaper that looks surprisingly realistic. The clean grey laminate flooring adds to the charm, and a plastic boot tray at the door is a thoughtful touch (a must-have for snowy boots in this neck of the woods). The Bed: The comfy double bed (head to the west, foot to the east) comes with four good-sized pillows and soft, clean cotton sheets. The plaid bedspread in shades of blue, white, grey, and wine-red adds a homey touch—making the space feel more like a well-appointed guest room at a friend’s house rather than a sterile, cookie-cutter hotel room. To the left of the bed, there’s a nightstand with a small lamp and a box of good-quality, name-brand tissues. A nearby outlet makes charging electronics easy. Futon/Sofa: At the foot of the bed, a double futon sits lengthwise against the north wall, providing a spot to relax, watch TV, or accommodate an additional guest. The Bathroom: The bathroom is spotlessly clean and features a tub/shower with a new surround, a modern sink, and a new toilet. I was pleasantly surprised to find small hotel-sized tubes of shampoo and conditioner—far better than the single-use packets many family-run motels provide (and usually without conditioner). Two small soap packets were also provided (I only used one—waste not, want not). Individually wrapped plastic cups were available for drinking water. (Haileybury tap water is perfectly drinkable—I don’t mind it at all, but I brought my refillable water bottle.) Towels included: Two midsized bath towels Two hand towels Two face cloths If you’re someone who prefers a bath sheet or beach-sized towel, bring your own. Personally, I was perfectly happy with the standard-size bath towel. I just needed to dry off—not dress for a toga party. Work Station: A small table and chair sit next to a fridge/freezer combo, with a microwave on top. A coffee statio