New Year's Eve party at Auberge Inn on Manitoulin Island

Those who were tired of the same old New Year's Eve routine, brought in the new year island-style! Hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, campfire & community dance were had at the Auberge Inn, from 7pm to 2am. The price was only $89 per person + tax and includee accommodations. Contact the Auberge Inn Hostel 1-877-977-4392 for reservations or enquiries about New Year's Eve in 2013!

Hostel of the Week, Dec. 19th 2012 to Jan. 2nd 2013
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Auberge Inn, Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island!

Manitoulin Island--the largest freshwater island is a perfect place for cycling, with its many scenic backcountry roads. The pace on the island is slower than in big cities and there are lots of opportunities to view wildlife. The Island route along Hwy 6 is a great way to get from Northern Ontario to Southern Ontario. There are paved shoulders along most of the route. There are also many scenic lookouts, including the famous 10-Mile Point. For more details, see www.manitoulincycling.com.

One can stay at the Auberge Inn in Providence Bay and rent a bike from the hostel. This is a great way to discover Manitoulin Island, the green way, enjoying the wildlife and scenic landscapes. You can take a tour of the Blue Jay Creek MNR Hatchery or explore the many sights and villages of the Islands or take a dip in some of the 108 lakes on the Island. The Auberge Inn is also offering a cycling package, "Bikes, Buns and Biodiversity": rent a bike and participate in a garden tour workshop and end it off with a taste of organic baked treat! Other cycling packages offered by Auberge Inn can be found at http://aubergeinn.ca/bikeskayaks/

Finally, after a great day of cycling, you can relax at the beach in Providence Bay. A great way to spend a holiday!

Hostel of the Week, May 12th to May 28th 2012
Submitted by Kennedy Jones

Backpackers Hostels Canada

Auberge Inn, in Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island!

Watch this video made by Alain and Natalie of Auberge Inn on Manitoulin Island and let people know what you think!

Hostel of the Week, Feb. 8th to Feb. 15th 2012
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Auberge Inn at Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island

Auberge Inn is a small international hostel situated in the heart of the village of Providence Bay on the largest freshwater island in the world~Manitoulin Island! Auberge Inn is OPEN ALL YEAR! You can enjoy all the seasons on beautiful Manitoulin Island.

The hostel is situated 400 steps (in actual count) from the longest sandy beach and boardwalk on Manitoulin Island. The beach, no matter what the season, is worth the trip; always breathtaking sunsets - a photographer’s delight!

Take a relaxing walk on the beach and enjoy a magnificient sunset. Auberge Inn is a hostel for people of all ages. They have welcomed as young as 4 month olds to as young at heart as 95! Trust Alain and Natalie… you’ll need more than one day to visit the largest freshwater island in the World!

Hostel of the Week September 19th to 28th 2011
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Auberge Inn, Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island, Northern Ontario

Recently a French video documentary about the Auberge Inn Hostel was featured on TFO Televison Francophone de l'Ontario sur l'émission Relief. Auberge Inn is located on Manitoulin Island, the largest freshwater island in the world, in Lake Huron.

"L'Aubergine ou L'Auberge Inn?

Un reportage sur la toute nouvelle Auberge Inn sur l'île Manitoulin. Le journaliste de l’émission Relief à TFO, Frédéric Projean, présente un sympathique portrait de notre auberge ouverte depuis moins d’un an. Nous vous invitons à profiter de l’occasion pour vous baigner dans la magie de notre petit paradis en période estivale. Nous vous rappelons que l’île est tout aussi magnifique chaque jour de l’année et que nous serons heureux de vous le faire découvrir aussi cet hiver."

Regardez le vidéo

Hostel of the Week, November 30th to December 6th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Auberge Inn, Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island,

The Auberge Inn is a small eco-friendly international hostel situated in the heart of the village of Providence Bay, Manitoulin Island Ontario. The house is situated 400 steps from the longest, most beautiful sandy beach and boardwalk. The beach alone is worth the trip!

At the Auberge Inn you can enjoy comfortable and affordable accommodations while exploring the largest fresh water island in the world. You will quickly discover that Auberge Inn is more than just a great place to sleep, its also a place to meet people and share your experiences!

Included in your stay at Auberge Inn are bedding and pillows, self-serve breakfast in a shared kitchen, free wi-fi internet, a secure locker and bicycle storage, and common living room and sun deck

Your hosts, Nathalie Gara-Boivin and Alain Harvey, welcome you into their home and can suggest ways to make the most out of your vacation, having explored the island thoroughly with information on: local festivals, pow-wows, restaurants, cycling, hiking, kayaking, photography, bird watching opportunities and many other activities to enjoy on the Island.

The Auberge Inn is now open for business!

Hostel of the Week, May 11th to 18th 2010
submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada