Name: Spectacle Lake Lodge
Address: 202 Spectacle Lake Rd, South Algonquin, ON K0J 2C0, Canada, South Algonquin, South Algonquin, South Algonquin, K0J 2C0, Canada
Rating: 8

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Spectacle Lake Lodge

South Algonquin

Would definitely not recommend. Been going there since 2000 for our honeymoon then anniversary every year! The last few have been very disappointing..
Always minimum 2 hrs for dinner,this year 2 hrs then our orders were totally wrong, instead of prime rib we got steak. this year no heat or even hydro in our cabin! Waited over an hr for someone to come and fix it. When it was fixed we wanted to grab a drink while the cabin warmed up , the bar  was all locked up, it was only 9 p.m. 
Breakfast was to be buffet, when we arrived at 8 the buffet hadn't even been started! 
Thanks for ruining an anniversary tradition! We will find another place to start a tradition, one where customers are appreciated and respected! 

Lost my 25 years of business! 

Went with a group to celebrate a 40th anniversary.  The group table sat empty while they crammed us beside the empty group table around 4 round tables.  I wondered what was wrong with us?   It took 2 hours to get the main course, then almost everyone's food was cold, and I mean cold.  They took away 2 of our plates when we finally got someone to listen, and then returned with cold food again, yorkshire pudding was refrigerator temp.  One guest ordered a rye and coke, and received scotch and coke.  The buffet was chosen by 2 guests, and at least 1/3 (5 or 6) of the items advertised were not available on the buffet.  The meal was very expensive.  When I asked if they or the owner would like to hear my concerns when trying to pay my bill the owner walked by and did not even acknowledge me or any of our group.  What a terrible way to treat a couple and their family and friends celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary.  I will not go again, and hope others heed this poor service and food.  

Worst treatment and cold food way to spoil a 40th wedding anniversary

We didn’t stay but we went as a group of 15 for a 40th anniversary dinner… 45 min for drinks then was 1.5 hrs for the food to show up and chicken was raw as well as the prime rib….terrible service and the owner was addressed about concerns and was fluffed off about it 
Overall was a terrible night

Terrible night

I didn’t stay over there but I did eat there and it was fantastic and reasonably priced. I had the amazing huge wings and my wife had the fish and chips. All were outstanding and delicious and filling. The owners Gladys and Kelly are so friendly and down to earth, and the staff is nice and friendly also.  Lastly, the view of the lake and that little island are so beautiful…highly recommend this place for a stop in while cruising highway 60.  

Food and staff are outstanding…Thanks

The owners of this lodge are a real delight!  They are extremely personable and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was a pleasant one!  The cottage was well equipped and I appreciated not having to pack pillows, bedding or towels.  The lake is beautiful and peaceful.  The restaurant food was delicious and the portions were very generous.  I hope to return again later this year!

A Lovely Weekend Away

A group of 10 snow riders booked cottages and rooms for one night.  The meal and service  in the restaurant was fabulous. The cottage I rented was the two bedroom. The beds were double but comfortable , however I have a few complaints: the price of the cabin is expensive. The furniture was  dirty, I placed a towel on the chair before sitting.  The lamp had electrical tape on two area's on the cord. And I cringed to see carpet around the toilet and shower. Cost for Cost I would go to Pembroke Best Western next time. Deb

snowmobile trip

We arrived Thursday to checkout Monday morning. A bit of an early 30th anniversary celebration. We stayed in cabin 7. There are 2 bedrooms, 1 queen and 1 with 2 twins. Also a daybed in the living area to serve as a couch. Full fridge and stove, both working well. A small kitchen table suitable for 2 . The kitchen has dishes, pots and pans and silverware, glasses and cups. Microwave, kettle, coffeemaker and supplies small packages of ground coffee which is very good! You can purchase it in the lodge or at their store in Barry’s Bay, Madawaska Coffee Co. Packets of sugar, powdered creamer and tea are supplied.
All bedding, pillows, towels for bath and kitchen were supplied.
There’s a small 3 piece bath, tub/shower combo. The water heater is also in there, we never ran out of hot water! The shower is decent with good water pressure. But just a note-there’s a step up to access the shower that could be hard to navigate for some.
There’s a gas fireplace, baseboard heaters and a n air conditioner, which we didn’t use as the weather turned chilly our first day.
Outside you have a lovely front porch facing the lake, it’s absolutely beautiful! And is about 25 feet from the edge of the lake in which you have your own fire pit, plastic chairs and picnic table. On the porch are plastic chairs and a small table, and your bbq.
There’s a restaurant on site in the lodge. We only did take out our first night but it seems a pretty popular spot on weekends, especially for dinner! 
On the back side of the lodge is their beach, not warm enough when we were there to use it but it looks very good!
We had good service if we needed anything and everyone seemed happy and friendly!
This particular cabin, you could sleep 5 comfortably but the living space would be awfully cramped in weather if you all need to be inside. For 2, it was perfect!
However, if you’re expecting a high end resort accommodation, this may not be for you, the inside of our cabin, the carpet is well used and some things are a bit “rustic”, but it’s comfortable, tidy and very cozy.
Overall, we had a nice fun yet romantic stay and would definitely consider coming back!

Mini vacation

My husband and I celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary at the restaurant.  We enjoyed a prime rib dinner with great service and a live band. The setting was right out of a postcard. I highly recommend it

Anniversary Dinner

Service Very slow we were the only customer and it took over an hour to get food. Complaining they're short staffed. Yet we watched them having a break outside. Second time we gave them a shot. New owners are going to have to step up to keep the reputation that the Spectacle Lake Lodge has held for over 20 years 

Never again 

My husband and I spent 1 night 2 days at Spectacle Lake Lodge for the first time this week. We booked a lodge room which was really comfortable and offered anything you would need for a comfortable stay. There was sitting spaces, chairs and table plus a chesterfield.

The room was fantastic, the Madawaska Spectacle Lake Coffee provided in restaurant and room is the best coffee I have tasted in years. The bed in our room was extremely comfortable, the bathroom was well stocked, the shower had great water pressure, the towels and linens were much more luxurious than one normally finds in a near-north Ontario lodge. 

We had a kettle to make tea, a fridge and coffee pot with the delicious coffee provided at no charge.  The room provided lots of space, was clean and offered many extras, like extra pillows, extra blanket, extra soap, towels and more. 

We enjoyed a dinner and a lunch in the restaurant, both were delicious. The servers were both efficient, safe and friendly.

We will be returning for another tiny getaway later this month because it was so lovely and relaxing. Thank you!!

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