Not every girls' trip needs a bride. Sometimes you just need your people — the friends who have been there through job changes, breakups, moves, and all the mundane Mondays in between. A girls' weekend at Blue Mountain is about pressing pause on regular life and spending 48 hours doing exactly what your friend group loves most.
This is a different guide than a bachelorette party. There is no sash, no schedule packed with obligatory games, and no pressure to centre the weekend around one person. This is about everyone showing up, decompressing, and remembering why you became friends in the first place.
Friday Evening: The Arrival
Getting There
Blue Mountain is approximately two hours from downtown Toronto via Highway 400 and Highway 26. Coordinate carpools — three to four cars are usually enough for a group of 10 to 14. The drive itself becomes part of the weekend when you are riding with friends, playlist blasting, and leaving the city behind.
Check-In and Chalet Tour
Most of our chalets have check-in at 4:00 PM. The first thing every group does is explore the chalet — claiming bedrooms, discovering the hot tub, and taking photos of the space. Let this unfold naturally. It sets the energy for the weekend.
Friday Night Setup
Friday evening is not about going out. It is about landing.
Charcuterie Board — Prepare boards in advance or pick up supplies at Metro or Food Basics on Hume Street in Collingwood on the way in. A great charcuterie spread for 12 people costs $80 to $120 and covers:
- Two to three types of cheese (brie, aged cheddar, gouda)
- Cured meats (prosciutto, salami, soppressata)
- Crackers and bread
- Fresh fruit (grapes, berries, sliced pears)
- Nuts, olives, and honey
- Dark chocolate
Wine and Hot Tub — This is the defining Friday night activity. Open the wine, fill the hot tub, and let the conversations flow. Every one of our chalets includes a private hot tub, and there is something about warm water, cold air, and good wine that unlocks the kind of honest conversation that text threads never quite capture.
Saturday: The Main Event
Morning: Scandinave Spa
Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain should anchor your Saturday morning. At approximately $80 per person, the hydrotherapy circuit — hot pools, cold plunges, steam rooms, saunas, and relaxation areas — is one of the best spa experiences in Ontario.
Critical booking tip: Book at least three weeks in advance for weekend visits, especially for groups. Scandinave limits the number of guests to maintain the peaceful atmosphere, and Saturday morning slots fill up fast. The spa enforces a silence policy, which sounds strange for a girls' weekend but is actually wonderful — you spend the morning in shared quiet, which makes the conversations afterward richer.
Plan to arrive when the spa opens and spend two to three hours. Bring your own robe and sandals for comfort, though rentals are available.
Lunch: Village Restaurants
After the spa, head to Blue Mountain Village for lunch. The Village is walkable and offers several solid options:
- Firehall Pizza Co. — Wood-fired pizzas in a casual, lively atmosphere.
- Twist Restaurant — Upscale option with a diverse menu and a great patio in warm months.
- Copper Blues — Live music venue with a pub-style menu that works well for groups.
Afternoon: Choose Your Adventure
This is where individual interests diverge, and that is perfectly fine. Not everyone in the group needs to do the same thing. Split into sub-groups based on energy level and interest:
For the Adventurous: - Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster — The gravity-driven coaster through the forest is a thrill at roughly $20 per ride. - Zip-lining — The Wind Rider zip line at Blue Mountain offers a rush with stunning views. - Hiking — The Bruce Trail offers everything from gentle walks to more challenging terrain.
For the Relaxed: - Village shopping — Boutique clothing stores, gift shops, and home decor boutiques line the Village pedestrian streets. - Downtown Collingwood — The main street in Collingwood has independent bookshops, vintage stores, and specialty food shops worth browsing.
For the Foodies: - Brewery tour — Visit Black Bellows Brewing, Northwinds Brewhouse, and Side Launch Brewing for a self-guided craft beer afternoon. - Georgian Hills Vineyard — A wine tasting about 15 minutes from Blue Mountain. - The Collingwood Olive Oil Company — Taste infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars.
Evening: The Dinner
Saturday dinner is the crown jewel of a girls' weekend. You have two excellent options:
Private Chef at the Chalet ($50 to $75 per person) — A private chef handles everything from menu planning to cleanup. The group stays together at the chalet, the wine keeps flowing, and the meal becomes an event rather than just dinner. This is the most popular choice for girls' weekends because nobody has to cook, nobody has to clean, and nobody has to drive.
Restaurant Reservation — For groups who want to go out, book well in advance:
- Tesoro in Collingwood — Refined Italian cuisine with a warm atmosphere. Accommodates larger groups with advance booking.
- Azzurra in Collingwood — Upscale dining with locally sourced ingredients and an excellent wine list.
Late Night at the Chalet
After dinner, the chalet becomes the venue. This is when the best memories happen:
- Movie Night — All chalets have TVs with streaming capability. Pick a movie everyone loves or go with a guilty-pleasure classic. Popcorn, blankets, and the couch.
- Hot Tub Round Two — Late-night hot tub sessions under the stars are a girls' weekend staple.
- Card and Board Games — Bring Cards Against Humanity, What Do You Meme, or a classic like Monopoly. Games after wine lead to the kind of laughter that sustains friendships.
Sunday: Brunch and Farewell
Brunch in Collingwood
Before heading home, stop for brunch at one of Collingwood's excellent spots:
- Tesoro — Their brunch menu is outstanding, with Italian-inspired dishes and strong coffee.
- Azzurra — A more upscale brunch experience with beautiful plating and a curated drink menu.
- Tremont Cafe — A local favourite with a varied menu that satisfies every preference.
Saturday Farmer's Market
If your trip falls on a Saturday, the Collingwood Farmers' Market (seasonal, typically May through October) is worth a visit. Local produce, baked goods, artisan cheese, and handmade crafts make it a pleasant way to spend a morning before checkout.
Best Instagram Photo Spots
Every girls' weekend needs great photos. Blue Mountain delivers:
- Blue Mountain Village — The colourful buildings and pedestrian streets are instantly photogenic.
- Georgian Bay shoreline at Sunset Point — The rocky shore and expansive water create stunning backdrops.
- Scenic Caves suspension bridge — A unique and dramatic photo location (seasonal).
- The chalet hot tub — The classic group hot tub photo with mountain or forest views.
- Any trail viewpoint on the Bruce Trail — Escarpment overlooks with Georgian Bay in the distance.
Best Chalets for a Girls' Weekend
The ideal girls' weekend chalet has an open layout where everyone can hang out together, multiple bathrooms to avoid morning bottlenecks, and a hot tub with a great view.
- Aurora (sleeps 14) — Open-concept main floor with spacious living and dining areas. Multiple bathrooms across the chalet eliminate morning gridlock.
- Corona (sleeps 14) — Similar layout to Aurora with a slightly different feel. Great hot tub setup and generous common areas.
- Luna (sleeps 14) — Another excellent 14-person option with the space and layout designed for group living.
For smaller groups of 8 to 10, Vista and 44L each sleep 10 and offer cozy, intimate settings that work beautifully for a tighter friend group.
What to Pack by Season
Winter Girls' Weekend - Warm layers, winter coat, boots, hats, and gloves - Bathing suit for the hot tub and spa - Cozy loungewear for chalet evenings - Hand and foot warmers
Summer Girls' Weekend - Swimsuit for the hot tub and potential beach days - Comfortable walking shoes and sandals - Sunscreen and sunglasses - Light layers for cool mountain evenings
Fall Girls' Weekend - Layers for fluctuating temperatures - Comfortable walking shoes for trails and the Apple Pie Trail - Camera for fall colour photos - A warm jacket for evening hot tub sessions
The Charcuterie and Snack Supply List
A comprehensive snack run for 12 people:
- 3 bottles of wine (to start)
- Sparkling water and mixers
- Coffee and cream for morning
- Cheese board supplies (see Friday Night section above)
- Popcorn for movie night
- Chocolate and candy
- Fresh fruit
- Bagels and cream cheese for Sunday morning
- Eggs, bacon, and bread for a potential chalet breakfast
Make It Annual
The best girls' weekends become traditions. Many of our groups return to the same chalet every year, same weekend, same group. It becomes a fixed point on the calendar that everyone protects. No weddings, no kids' birthday parties, no work trips — this weekend is sacred.
Blue View Chalets provides the setting for the kind of friendship maintenance that busy adult life makes difficult but never less important. Book your girls' weekend at [booking.blueviewchalets.com](https://booking.blueviewchalets.com/).
Or call us at (416) 203-2057
