Toronto Hotels & Hostels (309)

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Formerly the Spadina Hotel, frequented by the likes of Jack Nicholson, the Rolling Stones, Leonard Cohen and the Tragically Hip, this hostel is one of the most happening in North America. Inside…

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In a modern tower near Ryerson Polytechnic University, this co-operative house operates as a summer hotel from early May to late August. Take advantage of great views from the rooftop sundeck and…

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Recent renovations have paid off with a great rooftop deck, air-con and electronic key locks. The hostel has an events board with listings for daily group activities such as culinary tours, guide…

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In the heart of Toronto's gay district, this renovated Victorian mansion on a quiet side street offers a charming alternative to the repetitive chain hotels cluttered around the nearby Yonge St s…

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Within an austere Victorian red brick with beautiful carved gables and a balcony, this laid-back hostel sits in a snug spot just north of Bloor St. If you like to mingle with a young crowd, you'l…

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Appealing to all types, the Hilton is snug between the Financial District and some of the city's best entertainment and shopping corridors. The sexy lobby strays from the usual restrained eleganc…

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With its sweeping views, boutique interiors and luxury accommodations, this hotel defies expectations. The rooms are uniquely appointed with funky, colorful walls and fabrics.

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One of few independents in the area, the Old Stone Inn sits on a rather forlorn block, but is still just minutes from the Falls. It combines the soothing texture and richness of a historic inn wi…

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Toronto's largest hotel has the feel of a mini-city, with nearly 1600 rooms, a gift shop, florist, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Hovering near the lower end of the city's upmarket hotel range, the De…

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Although it's a slightly aging high-rise, the spotless rooms of this downtown hotel are just 2min on foot from the Eaton Centre. If shopping is not your only ambition, or if you have a little mor…

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One of the best small downtown hotels is also the second oldest in Toronto and a designated heritage building. The stairs leading to King Street station are mere steps from Hotel Victoria's lobb…

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Close enough to the Annex and the University of Toronto to walk, yet far enough away to be insulated from the Bloor St racket, this bed & breakfast is next to the Spadina subway station. You won'…

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Housed in a thin black tower, this European-style hotel is two blocks west of the lively Yonge St strip. Perhaps due to its personalized service and close proximity to the famous Bistro 990, this…

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Lakefront parkland and the cultural diversity of nearby Roncesvalles Village make this house a pleasant getaway from the downtown urban jungle. Beautifully restored and complete with a wraparound…

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This chain hotel tempts all types of traveller with its high-speed Internet access, indoor heated swimming pool, health club, and kitchen facilities in each room. The strip clubs and pawn shops i…

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The 70 rooms overlooking the Rogers Centre (previously Skydome) stadium floor are probably the most popular rooms in Toronto during a sports match, rock concert or car show. If you choose one of…

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An affordable option for visitors to the Financial District, the Theatre District or those who need to be near Union Station and don't mind sacrificing service for convenience. Rooms are on the s…

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Near the Entertainment District, this dazzling white Holiday Inn is just steps from the Royal Alexandra and Princess of Wales Theatres. The rooftop pool and sundeck, with its spectacular view of …

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This 19th-century Victorian inn looks just like a pint-sized replica of Casa Loma. The winding red turrets and facade impress by day, and look almost spooky at night when all the lights are on. E…

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For a hotel that lives up to the glitz of nearby Yorkville, many flock to the Intercontinental opposite the striking Royal Conservatory of Music. Round-the-clock personal service means it's never…

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'King Eddy', Toronto's oldest grand hotel, was built in 1903 by the city's own architectural prodigy, EJ Lennox. The hotel, which was named after King Edward VII (who gave his royal seal of appr…

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Situated right on the lakeshore, next to the Harbourfront Centre complex, this Radisson combines an interesting nautical theme with familiar modern comforts. The outdoor pool and patio peer over …

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Directly opposite Union Station, the Royal York's mock-chateau style adds unexpected panache to Toronto's uniform skyline. Here, in 1929, the Canadian Pacific Railway realised their dream of cons…

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On the waterfront, this slick twin-tower complex houses nearly a thousand rooms, many of which boast breathtaking views of Lake Ontario. Business travellers may choose from a wide array of meetin…

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Two and a half acres of gardens and waterfalls plus guaranteed fast-response concierge and room service distinguish this downtown high-rise from its competitors. Most spectacular is the hotel's l…

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Polished, professional and poised on the corner of the financial district, this hotel consistently receives high marks from business and leisure travellers alike. All two-room suites are large, c…

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A secret hideout for artists and indie musicians, the Drake Hotel has a sophisticated flavour and a cool nightclub. Located in Toronto's arty design neighbourhood, where galleries, fashion boutiq…

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Grand in every way, this inner-city retreat offers dazzling suites and generous perks for considerably lower prices than similar calibre hotels. The real treasure is the outdoor jacuzzi on the ro…

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This magical hotel offers pure, unadulterated indulgence. The second best thing about this countryside retreat is that a quick subway ride will have you downtown in a mere 15min.

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Waterworld meets the frontier experience at this outlandishly fun resort - the place for families in Niagara Falls. An enormous indoor water park is the centerpiece of a stay here, but the large …

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The Park Hyatt has an impressive circular drive with fountains. Although slightly removed from nightlife hot spot0s like Little Italy or 'clubland' (between King and Queen St W), nearby Bloor St …

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Don't want to leave dreamy Italian linens draping your king sized bed? The technical geniuses at Soho Metropolitan have designed a unique way to combine maximum comfort with maximum control. Feel…

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The Groupe Germain is emerging as Canada's most innovative and trend-setting boutique hotel chain, and its latest Toronto venture is by far their best. Fit for the cover of Wallpaper magazine, th…

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The Windsor Arms is an exquisite piece of Toronto history befitting a traditional high tea or an indulgent sleepover. Its neo-gothic lobby with mahogany pillars and stained-glass windows gives wa…

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A popular celeb haunt, especially during the annual film festival, this swank hotel houses some of the city's priciest rooms. Everyone here looks well-heeled, from the guests to the bellhops, alt…

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With its red-coated doormen, solicitous front-desk staff and Victorian-style opulence, this historic hotel seems to be the epitome of British royal propriety. But there's an interesting twist: th…

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Of the gaggle of motels along Lundy's Lane, the brick-ugly, U-shaped Flamingo stands out in kitsch style. Enticements include waterbeds, saunas, heart-shaped Jacuzzis and a wedding chapel - trés …

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Toronto's largest hostel is a sure-fire winner, occupying a run of appealing Victorian townhouses in the Entertainment District. A long list of plusses includes free wi-fi internet, a movie theat…

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You always know what you're going to get at the Days Inn - affordable, no-frills accommodations, and in this case, a central location. Reception at times seems dramatically undermanned, but staff…

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The embodiment of nameless, faceless hotel anonymity, this is the place to stay if you're on the run from the law - a stable, risk-free accommodation where you won't arouse much suspicion (least …

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