Town Inn Suites

The atmosphere of Town Inn Suites feels mixed overall. Some facilities are stylish and well-maintained, while others seem appropriate for the relatively low suite prices. The drab brown tones of the hotel’s exterior and front desk area are reminiscent of an older apartment building; while the adjacent lobby sitting area feels contemporary with its sleek gray tones, colorful pillows, black faux-fireplace, and soft jazz background music.

Large, modern suites with excellent balcony views contrast with clunky old elevators and a YMCA-style pool area facing towards outside construction. The crowd is diverse, with families, couples, and singles all spotted during our visit – some ostensibly drawn by the convenient location and others by the pet-friendly policies.  

Set across from low-rise apartment buildings and convenience stores, the area directly around the hotel doesn’t look particularly glamorous; but the location is nonetheless extremely convenient for exploring the city. The hotel is about a five-minute walk from the busy Bloor-Yonge intersection, which is packed with restaurants, pubs, cafes, and shops. The Eaton Center, Air Canada Center, CN Tower, and Distillery District are all less than four kilometers away. Toronto’s two primary subway lines intersect at Bloor-Yonge subway station, allowing for quick access to the rest of the city.

Ranging between 500 to 900 square feet, all suites include separate living areas. Full kitchens are equipped with ovens, microwaves, and all the accessories needed to prepare a meal, from oven gloves to cutting boards. Large balconies feature wonderful views of the Toronto skyline. Some suites also include dishwashers, washer/dryer units, and separate dining areas.

Aside from the white linens and four pillows stacked in an upright line on each bed, the hotel’s different suite types look like they could belong to completely different properties. Some suites are bright with pale wood flooring and light-colored furniture; while others are a sea of brown, with dark wood or parquet flooring paired with equally-dark cupboards, desks, and sofas. Bathrooms include a bathtub/shower combo and eco-friendly Earth Tempo bath products.

Suites look neat and organized upon first glance, but a closer look revealed a few cleanliness issues, including streaky fridge doors and debris stuck between ovens and countertops. It certainly isn’t the level of griminess likely to make most guests feel afraid to crawl between the sheets at night, but some may not find it up to standard. 

The hotel includes a large indoor pool and sauna. The pool area is uninspiring, with hospital blue walls, faded tiling, and a concrete ceiling. There’s also a large, but somewhat old-fashioned-looking meeting room, which includes a single computer and printer set-up available for guest use. The small fitness center includes four different pieces of cardio equipment, free weights, and a TV.

The hotel shares its address with O.Noir restaurant, which is located in a separate lower level building in front of the hotel. Town Inn Suites also offers laundry and dry cleaning services, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Wi-Fi and on-site parking are available for additional fees. The hotel is pet-friendly, although again, a surcharge applies.