The SoHo Metropolitan (or "SoHo Met") is a luxury boutique property that's well-suited for couples and business travelers alike. The 91 chic, modern rooms, decoarted with blond wood and bold contemporary art , have contemporary luxuries such as large flat-screen TVs, Italian linens, and a convenient control system that allows guests to set temperature, lighting, and the drapes without leaving bed. Large bathrooms with soaking tubs, walk-in showers, heated bathroom floors, and spacious changing areas come standard, and guests can get even more space and luxury in the suites and penthouse. The sedate, relaxing atmosphere has attracted celebrity guests such as Lady Gaga and Beyonce. If you're looking for a livelier scene with comparable luxury, consider the nearby Thompson Toronto.
The SoHo Metropolitan (or "SoHo Met") is a luxury boutique property that's well-suited for couples and business travelers alike. The 91 chic, modern rooms, decoarted with blond wood and bold contemporary art , have contemporary luxuries such as large flat-screen TVs, Italian linens, and a convenient control system that allows guests to set temperature, lighting, and the drapes without leaving bed. Large bathrooms with soaking tubs, walk-in showers, heated bathroom floors, and spacious changing areas come standard, and guests can get even more space and luxury in the suites and penthouse. The sedate, relaxing atmosphere has attracted celebrity guests such as Lady Gaga and Beyonce. If you're looking for a livelier scene with comparable luxury, consider the nearby Thompson Toronto.
The Pantages Hotel has a convenient location, within walking distance of many locations, and its amenities (including the upscale spa and the cool martini bar) are impressive. Rooms offer a decent amount of space and feature modern decor that is masculine, yet warm. Hardwood floors and area rugs create a homey vibe, but some of the furniture shows wear and tear. The hotel can be nice for those with extended stays (all but the standard Chic Suites have kitchenettes), but travelers looking for a cheaper price tag should consider the mid-range Bond Place Hotel a couple of blocks away, which has a similarly cool vibe, up-to-date rooms, and free internet in the lobby.
The Pantages Hotel has a convenient location, within walking distance of many locations, and its amenities (including the upscale spa and the cool martini bar) are impressive. Rooms offer a decent amount of space and feature modern decor that is masculine, yet warm. Hardwood floors and area rugs create a homey vibe, but some of the furniture shows wear and tear. The hotel can be nice for those with extended stays (all but the standard Chic Suites have kitchenettes), but travelers looking for a cheaper price tag should consider the mid-range Bond Place Hotel a couple of blocks away, which has a similarly cool vibe, up-to-date rooms, and free internet in the lobby.
With eight floors and more than 200 rooms, the Intercontinental Toronto Yorkville isn’t a true boutique, but its many unique features -- rooftop vodka bar, sought after Signatures Restaurant, and homey bay window rooms – give it a distinctive personality. Within walking distance to museums, ethnic restaurants, high-end shops, and everything the fashionable Yorkville neighborhood has to offer, the location is hard to beat. Although the hotel is classy and clean, certain elements -- worn carpet in areas, stiff sheets on the beds -- make the property feel a little dated. Still, considering the upscale neighborhood, the four-pearl InterContinental offers comfort and character.
With eight floors and more than 200 rooms, the Intercontinental Toronto Yorkville isn’t a true boutique, but its many unique features -- rooftop vodka bar, sought after Signatures Restaurant, and homey bay window rooms – give it a distinctive personality. Within walking distance to museums, ethnic restaurants, high-end shops, and everything the fashionable Yorkville neighborhood has to offer, the location is hard to beat. Although the hotel is classy and clean, certain elements -- worn carpet in areas, stiff sheets on the beds -- make the property feel a little dated. Still, considering the upscale neighborhood, the four-pearl InterContinental offers comfort and character.
Given its high-rise location next to the CN Tower and connection to the local convention center, the InterContinental's style -- enormous and slick -- is not surprising considering the neighborhood. With large, spacious rooms, a picturesque indoor pool, and an open-concept bar and restaurant right in the lobby, the hotel is ideal for business travelers, individual tourists, and families who appreciate convenience and sophistication. Although rooms are quiet, there’s a lot going on in and around the hotel every day.
Given its high-rise location next to the CN Tower and connection to the local convention center, the InterContinental's style -- enormous and slick -- is not surprising considering the neighborhood. With large, spacious rooms, a picturesque indoor pool, and an open-concept bar and restaurant right in the lobby, the hotel is ideal for business travelers, individual tourists, and families who appreciate convenience and sophistication. Although rooms are quiet, there’s a lot going on in and around the hotel every day.
The Comfort Inn City Centre is a 48-room chain hotel located in downtown Toronto. Guest rooms at this two-and-a-half-pearl hotel are clean, simple, and come standard with mini-fridges and coffeemakers, some offer separate sitting areas. The fitness center and breakfast area are small considering the hotel’s size, but functional and convenient nonetheless. Although the neighborhood directly around the hotel is seedy, a 10-minute walk will get you to lively areas like Dundas Square or Church and Wellesley. The hotel is pleasant but unremarkable, with its appeal lying mainly in its downtown location rather than its atmosphere. For about $20 more per night, the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/City Centre has an indoor pool.
The Comfort Inn City Centre is a 48-room chain hotel located in downtown Toronto. Guest rooms at this two-and-a-half-pearl hotel are clean, simple, and come standard with mini-fridges and coffeemakers, some offer separate sitting areas. The fitness center and breakfast area are small considering the hotel’s size, but functional and convenient nonetheless. Although the neighborhood directly around the hotel is seedy, a 10-minute walk will get you to lively areas like Dundas Square or Church and Wellesley. The hotel is pleasant but unremarkable, with its appeal lying mainly in its downtown location rather than its atmosphere. For about $20 more per night, the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/City Centre has an indoor pool.
The Thompson Toronto is every bit as hip as its sister properties. Rooms are sleek, with floor-to-ceiling windows with excellent views, mod furniture, flat-screen TVs, and custom-made Sferra sheets -- and the dazzlingly white marble bathrooms sport rainforest showerheads and heated floors. The lively patios and bars, renowned dining at Scarpetta, and unique rooftop infinity pool attract young, trendy crowds. But the property is located in a newly gentrified area that is not particularly kid-friendly, so families and those looking for less of a nightlife scene may want to book elsewhere.
The Thompson Toronto is every bit as hip as its sister properties. Rooms are sleek, with floor-to-ceiling windows with excellent views, mod furniture, flat-screen TVs, and custom-made Sferra sheets -- and the dazzlingly white marble bathrooms sport rainforest showerheads and heated floors. The lively patios and bars, renowned dining at Scarpetta, and unique rooftop infinity pool attract young, trendy crowds. But the property is located in a newly gentrified area that is not particularly kid-friendly, so families and those looking for less of a nightlife scene may want to book elsewhere.
Toronto Don Valley Hotel & Suites is a 353-room hotel just off the Don Valley Parkway. A number of guest rooms at this three-and-half-pearl hotel feature views of the pretty green area surrounding the property; however, the decor in some room categories is old-fashioned. A wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment can be reached in less than a 20-minute drive, but guests without their own source of transportation may find the location isolated, as there's not much within walking distance. A more stylish and central option would be the mid-range Hotel Victoria, though rates reflect its
Toronto Don Valley Hotel & Suites is a 353-room hotel just off the Don Valley Parkway. A number of guest rooms at this three-and-half-pearl hotel feature views of the pretty green area surrounding the property; however, the decor in some room categories is old-fashioned. A wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment can be reached in less than a 20-minute drive, but guests without their own source of transportation may find the location isolated, as there's not much within walking distance. A more stylish and central option would be the mid-range Hotel Victoria, though rates reflect its
The Ivy at Verity is a stylish hotel with four rooms set in downtown Toronto. With its understated entrance, this four-and-a-half-pearl hotel feels secluded despite being located within half a mile of popular shopping and dining areas. Large rooms feature striking decor reminiscent of an elegant Parisian apartment, plus offer private terraces and huge bathrooms. With fashionable lounges and meeting rooms as well as a swish spa and an upscale restaurant, the hotel is ideal for relaxation or productivity. Men are free to stay at the property, but the hotel facilities are geared towards women. The women-only spa and fitness center in particular may come as a disappointment for male guests.
The Ivy at Verity is a stylish hotel with four rooms set in downtown Toronto. With its understated entrance, this four-and-a-half-pearl hotel feels secluded despite being located within half a mile of popular shopping and dining areas. Large rooms feature striking decor reminiscent of an elegant Parisian apartment, plus offer private terraces and huge bathrooms. With fashionable lounges and meeting rooms as well as a swish spa and an upscale restaurant, the hotel is ideal for relaxation or productivity. Men are free to stay at the property, but the hotel facilities are geared towards women. The women-only spa and fitness center in particular may come as a disappointment for male guests.
The upscale Westin Prince Toronto is located outside the city center, set within 15 acres of parkland. Its 388 traditionally styled rooms include digital music players and coffeemakers, but no minibars. On-site dining options are extensive with four restaurants serving American, Japanese, Chinese, and Persian cuisines. There's also a fitness center with a range of cardio- and weight-training equipment, and a business center. The outdoor pool, whirlpool, and tennis court are open in the warmer months. Wi-Fi is free in the lobby, but in-room Wi-Fi is free only for SPG members. Travelers seeking a more central location could consider the Pantages Hotel.
The upscale Westin Prince Toronto is located outside the city center, set within 15 acres of parkland. Its 388 traditionally styled rooms include digital music players and coffeemakers, but no minibars. On-site dining options are extensive with four restaurants serving American, Japanese, Chinese, and Persian cuisines. There's also a fitness center with a range of cardio- and weight-training equipment, and a business center. The outdoor pool, whirlpool, and tennis court are open in the warmer months. Wi-Fi is free in the lobby, but in-room Wi-Fi is free only for SPG members. Travelers seeking a more central location could consider the Pantages Hotel.
This 122-room boutique hotel is centrally located in the heart of the Entertainment District. Large rooms come with contemporary decor and luxe amenities (like Bose stereos and Molton Brown toiletries), but the highlights are the stylish peek-a-boo showers and the comfy beds. The property boasts a bunch of great perks, including a rooftop terrace, an outdoor putting green, and free cappuccinos and continental breakfasts -- but there’s a loud nightclub open in the weekends across the street, and some rooms are showing signs of wear and tear.
This 122-room boutique hotel is centrally located in the heart of the Entertainment District. Large rooms come with contemporary decor and luxe amenities (like Bose stereos and Molton Brown toiletries), but the highlights are the stylish peek-a-boo showers and the comfy beds. The property boasts a bunch of great perks, including a rooftop terrace, an outdoor putting green, and free cappuccinos and continental breakfasts -- but there’s a loud nightclub open in the weekends across the street, and some rooms are showing signs of wear and tear.