Ranked as Burlington’s best luxury hotel, The Pearle is an elegant lake house-inspired property featuring chic suites, award-winning restaurants and destination spa.
Launched in 2021, the modern 5 star hotel sits perched over the shores of Lake Ontario, ideally located a short 1 hour drive from Toronto. Sandwiched between Hamilton and Oakville, it’s the perfect weekend getaway for those looking to explore Halton Region.
The hotel is named in honour of the Ciancone family matriarch, Pearle Ciancone, who was known for her hospitality, green thumb, and handwritten postcards. Guests even receive a hand‑written note and postcards in-room, and may drop them in onsite mailboxes for complimentary postage, a nod to Pearle’s personal style.
Designed by the award-winning Studio Munge to evoke a modern lakeside cottage, the hotel boasts white‑oak paneling, warm seasonal palette, local art, and a statement spiral staircase as a central feature.
Before booking your trip to Burlington, here are a list of highlights that make The Pearle Hotel & Spa stand out from the rest:
- The Pearle Hotel isn’t just Burlington’s best hotel, it’s the only 5 star lakeside resort in all of Halton Region. The perfect spot to stay if you’re visiting nearby Hamilton, Oakville, or Milton and in need of a posh pad.
- The hotel boasts 151 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. All rooms feature floor-to-ceiling lake views, sliding barn‑wood doors, natural wood finishes, in-room workspaces, plus complimentary local snacks and beverages
- If you’re looking to splurge book the James Suite outfitted with a private lakefront terrace, soaker tub, rainfall shower, and large living space.
- If you’re looking to keep fit on holiday guests can workout at the hotel’s 24-hour gym that includes TechnoGym cardio machines, free-weights, and yoga mats to stretch it out.
- Pamper yourself on holiday indulge in a treatment or two at The Pearle Spa. The chic wellness oasis offers soothing massage, body and facial treatments. Make sure to leave time to relax at the Hammam steam room and indoor pool.
- If you’re looking for a quick grab & go breakfast or meeting a friend for a casual catch up, Pearle’s Cafe offers a bright interior serving up quality espresso beverages, fine teas and gourmet pastries like croissants and cookies.
- Isabelle, the hotel’s signature fine dining restaurant offers jaw-dropping panoramic views of Lake Ontario and a patio that gets packed on hot summer nights. Chef Ben Heaton’s Mediterranean-California inspired menu rotates seasonally to reflect what’s in season. During our visit in July highlights included Steelhead Trout paired with aji verde, Nova Scotia lobster linguini and a bright risotto dotted with snap peas, mascarpone and luscious lemon.
- Happy Hour: Monday – Friday, 4-6PM, feat. $2 oysters and $10 cocktails and wine.
- Located in picturesque downtown Burlington, guests have easy access to the waterfront promenade, boutiques, galleries, and nearby spots like the Royal Botanical Gardens and Burlington Performing Arts Centre.
