Northern Waters Casino Resort

This low-key casino hotel is a 3-minute drive from Highway 2 and a 26-minute drive from fishing and hunting at Ottawa National Forest.

Basic rooms come with cable TV; suite upgrades include minifridges and microwaves (some with fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs).

The casino features slots, tables, bingo and other games. An American restaurant offers a full menu plus a buffet, while the lounge offers snack foods and regular live music. There's a heated indoor pool, a sauna and a whirlpool, plus an 18-hole golf course. Wi-Fi is available in the lobby.