I grew up and lived there. I left the last time 25 years ago and it has deteriorated noticeably since then. Not a great place to visit and I wouldn't want to live there now. Use the by-pass if you can to travel around. If you are hungry, eat in Rockford.
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Guest review by
Bruce
Canada
10.0
Owen Sound is a lovely community.
Owen Sound is a lovely community. Everyone I encountered was very nice and people chat to you and smile. I am not sure of what there is to do in Owen Sound in January but I went to Harrison Park for a walk and then to Inglis Falls for pictures. There are lots of trails in the area.. As for dining out there are many good restaurants to chose from.
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Guest review by
Kelly
Canada
8.0
We chose Georgian Bay for a long w/e just because we had...
We chose Georgian Bay for a long w/e just because we had read about small vineries around the area in a brochure from LCBO and wanted to taste some wines from here. Two out of three were fully booked, so we ended up at The Roost Wine Co., a family-owned, small (just 5 ha) vinery, where the tasting experience is highly recommended.
So, going back to Owen Sound, we picked it simply because we found this value-for-money motel (Diamond) which we bet on and eventually we have decided it was a good choice all in one. Georgian Bay - as much as we saw of it - is wonderful, not because of its nature and landscapes (esp. beginning of Oct.), but also because its small towns, which have this flavour of an old era and are a joy to discover.
However, reading about the history of Owen Sound on wikipedia, with the piquant & juicy :)) stories of "The Bucket of Blood" and the madam sending her girls (from a brothel) to lure the sailors in; that was delightful itself.
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Guest review by
ianenache
Romania
8.0
An OK town, Billy Bishop museum is worth a short visit and...
An OK town, Billy Bishop museum is worth a short visit and Inglis Falls offer some nice walking trails ($10 parking). It is at the base of the Bruce Peninsula, allowing for access to a number of lovely spots. We did enjoy Sizzling restaurants in downtown area.
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Guest review by
Kenneth
Canada
8.0
Love Owen Sound.
Love Owen Sound. Nice people and choices of restaurants are good for a town of its size Beautiful Harrison Park and lots to do in the area especially if you are a nature lover. Good biking, kayaking, waterfall to visit, etc
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Guest review by
Kelly
Canada
8.0
It's a nice little town on the water.
It's a nice little town on the water. We were there for a mid-week funeral so we weren't able to really take advantage of the local attractions. The country-side is very pretty in and around the town and there's lots of local markets to explore.
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Guest review by
James
Canada
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Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews
Pleasant · 441 reviews
I’d like to share my appreciation for the wonderful experience during my stay. The staff , room and breakfast was excellent, and I’d strongly recommend this hotel to others.
Although my online booking card was declined, the staff were very understanding when I called to explain that I would pay upon arrival. I also requested a room close to my friend’s, and team kindly accommodated .
Overall, the staff were extremely helpful, and the hospitality was outstanding. Thank you for making my stay comfortable.
Our room was clean and comfortable.
Continental breakfast was good , the lady running it was excellent.
Staff were definitely the best thing about the hotel.
Very good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Very good · 297 reviews
The hotel staff were excellent and v friendly, especially the restaurant team. The food in the restaurant was very good. The room was comfortable and clean
The location is good. In the middle of Owen sound. And in between flower pot island and blue mountain. With complementary breakfast. Staff are really nice.