165 Grange Ave, Toronto, Canada | (888) 710-7049
Cheerful guest rooms
include kitchens with stovetops
Central
location within a 10-minute walk of public transit, Chinatown, and Kensington
Market
Free Wi-Fi throughout
On-site
parking (surcharge)
Coin-operated laundry facilities
Pet-friendly (surcharge)
Furniture is low-quality and workmanship is sloppy in some
areas
Limited
on-site amenities and no breakfast
Some guests
have reported that the neighborhood can be seedy after dark
Studio 6
Toronto is a two-pearl hotel located on the outskirts of the city’s
Chinatown neighborhood. The 75 rooms at this hotel are cheerful and modern,
although detail-oriented guests may notice a few flaws in the workmanship. In-room
kitchens offer stovetops and full-size fridges, and there are a number of reasonably-priced
dining options a 10-minute walk away. The hotel is within 600 feet of public
transit, making it a convenient base for exploring the city; but guests looking
for on-site amenities may be disappointed by the hotel’s limited facilities. The nearby Hilton Garden Inn Toronto has nicer rooms and facilities, but prices are higher.
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Scene
Budget-friendly chain hotel with modern design
Tucked in a
residential neighborhood and with an exterior that resembles an old-fashioned
apartment building, Studio 6 isn’t immediately recognizable as a hotel. The entrance
is somewhat confusing, with one set of doors labeled “Office” leading into a
modern reception area; and the other leading into a dated apartment-style lobby
with a white laminate front desk, gray and white walls, and two armless chairs. The decor
in the reception and hallways is reminiscent of IKEA furniture --
appealing from a distance but relatively low grade upon close inspection.
Location
Central, residential location on the Dundas streetcar line
Surrounded
by low-rise buildings and a preschool, the area directly around Studio 6 is
quite bland and past guests have reported that the neighborhood can feel seedy at night.It’s a
two-minute walk to Dundas Street, where the 505 Dundas streetcar passes every
five- to-10 minutes. The streetcar reaches St. Patrick subway station in less than
10 minutes; or guests can also ride the streetcar directly to busy Yonge-Dundas
Square in under 15 minutes. The hotel is less than a 10-minute walk away from
Kensington Market and Chinatown, both of which offer eclectic shopping and
dining options.
Rooms
Cheerful rooms feature modern decor and kitchens with stovetops
Guest rooms
are decorated mainly in sleek gray and black tones, with some light-colored woods
and pops of lime green keeping the appearance bright. Compact kitchens with
granite countertops are set alongside the beds, with full-size fridges found
around the corner at a separate coffee-and-tea-making station. Kitchens include
stovetops, microwaves, and toasters, as well as cutlery, plates, and cookware.
Tiny dining tables are set underneath flat-screen TVs. Windows offer views of
the nondescript residential buildings that neighbor the hotel.Average-size bathrooms feature shower/tub combos, and cute yellow cabinets. Off-brand soaps and travel-sized bottles of Pantene shampoo are provided. Overall, rooms are pleasant
and tidy, but the furniture looks low-quality and bits of peeling paint, scuff marks,
and spots of grout can be found here and there. Pets are welcome for an added fee and with restrictions.
Features
Coin-operated laundry and free Wi-Fi
Small, no-frills
guest laundry rooms are found on three of the hotel’s six floors. Each includes
a coin-operated washer-and-dryer set, along with a shelf for ironing. Free Wi-Fi
is available throughout the hotel, and parking is possible on-site for a daily
surcharge. Don't expect to find a restaurant, bar, or breakfast service at the hotel.
