Hotels in Toronto, Canada

Best places to stay in Toronto

At first glance, Toronto appears to be just another big city, an attractive commercial and financial center with a glittering skyline. But as you look beyond that, you will find one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. 53% of the residents are immigrants who speak over 140 different languages and dialects. Toronto’s neighborhoods are also a reflection of their ethnic diversity, and each area consists of several unique smaller districts.

Westside

Westside is a trendy neighborhood that combines Little Portugal, Liberty Village, the entertainment district of Queen Street West, the West Queen West area and Chinatown. This area features some of the hottest pubs and clubs, and an eclectic mix of gift shops, cafés, and restaurants. Indulge in a stay at the chic Thompson Toronto hotel that offers ultra-luxe rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, and spectacular views of the Toronto skyline. On Queen Street West, the Drake Hotel offers comfortable rooms designed with a mix of modern artistic and vintage charm. The hotel also features a great restaurant, and several bars and lounges where creative mixologists and renowned live musicians draw nightly crowds, making it one of the most happening social hubs in the city.

Eastside

Eastside comprises Little India and Greektown with their great culinary repertoire, The Beaches area with its casual restaurants, laidback pubs and safe, swim-worthy beaches, and the Leslieville area known for its indie boutiques and cafés. Check out the airy rooms at The Broadview Hotel, a 126-year-old landmark hotel set in a redbrick building amid cafés and restaurants in the Eastside neighborhood. For a mid-range budget option, consider the Days Inn Toronto East Beaches on Queen Street East, a 10-minute walk from Woodbine Beach.

City Center

Toronto city center is a busy and buzzing neighborhood that is home to the Financial District and the Yonge Street corridor. Stay in this neighborhood if you are in the city to broker a power deal, to catch a Broadway-style show, or to enjoy some prime shopping areas. Opposite Union Station, in the heart of the city center, enjoy luxury accommodation in the historic and award-winning Fairmont Royal York hotel on Front Street West. A 5-minute walk from the Hockey Hall of Fame, you can consider the chic studios and 1-bedroom suites at One King Street West Hotel & Residence, an elegant hotel set in a grand Beaux-Arts-style building on King Street West.

Waterfront

The Queens Quay strip, and the miles of waterfront along the Harbourfront Centre offer a dynamic mix of parks, restaurants, shopping, arts and culture, all connected to the Water’s Edge Promenade. In a modern brick and glass building, just a 5-minute walk from the CN Tower, you can enjoy the bright, contemporary rooms at the Radisson Admiral Hotel Toronto – Harbourfront on Queens Quay. Further down on Harbour Square, consider The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto hotel set in a waterfront high-rise, a short walk from Air Canada Centre.

Cheap hotels in Toronto

Toronto offers a generous dose of attractions and entertainment, hence, the dollars you save on budget-friendly accommodation can be used to explore the city. In the lively Queen West neighborhood, stay in simple rooms at The Rex hotel that boasts a delicious breakfast, and foot tapping music at its live Jazz and Blues bar. Near Ryerson University, you can look at the clean basic rooms of Alexandra Hotel. Enjoy cozy and comfortable rooms in the 1909-dated Hotel Victoria, Toronto’s 2nd oldest hotel, just a 2-minute walk from the King station subway stop. Consider the bright, contemporary rooms and suites in Bond Place Hotel – Eaton Centre, a minimalist hotel set near the Yonge-Dundas Square, just steps away from the Toronto Eaton Centre shopping mall.