Where to Stay in Toronto: My Selection of the Best Accommodations

Wondering where to stay in Toronto? Looking for the best areas and districts?

You’re at the right place!

As I know Toronto very well, I have created this guide of:

• Toronto’s best areas for your stay (with details about the best places to visit and nearby attractions)
• For each area and district, the best hotels depending on your budget

Let’s find your dream hotel now!

My favorite hotels in Toronto

Here’s a quick summary of my favorite hotels in Toronto, in case you don’t have time to read my detailed article.

Simply click on the hotel names in orange to access details and rates:

• Where to stay in Toronto for sightseeing: One King West Hotel and Residence, perfectly located and excellent value for money!
• The Best 5-star hotel in Toronto: The St. Regis, for its indoor swimming pool or The Hazelton Hotel, with its private cinema room 🎬
• Where to stay in Toronto on a budget: Pantages Hotel Toronto Centre
• Best family-friendly hotel in Toronto: Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel right next to Ripley’s Aquarium!
• My favorite hotel in Toronto for a romantic stay: The Omni King Edward Hotel, with its unique atmosphere and amazing spa.

In Old Toronto / Downtown

Old Toronto is the central district of Toronto.

It’s the cultural, commercial, and financial area, boasting imposing modern buildings as well as more typical historic buildings, made of red bricks.

Particularly vibrant and lively at any time of day or night, it’s home to numerous shops, shopping centers, and plenty of restaurants.

It’s simply the best area to stay in downtown Toronto: you’ll be able to get around very easily by public transport or on foot to reach other neighborhoods and explore the city.

I recommend this district for your stay in Toronto:

• Because it’s an excellent starting point to see the main tourist attractions
• For shopping
• If you’re looking for a lively place.

This neighborhood is the ideal place to discover:

• The Old City Hall of Toronto, one of the city’s oldest buildings
• The current City Hall, which is very modern
• CN Tower: at 533 meters high, it once held the title of the world’s tallest tower, before being surpassed by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
• St. Lawrence Market. Over 200 years old, this covered market is an authentic food market where you can find fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, bread, and of course, maple syrup. You can also eat on-site if you wish.
• Union Station: notable for its architecture and interior
• Dundas Square, the “Times Square” of Toronto
• Eaton Centre, Toronto’s largest shopping mall
• St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica of Toronto
• Ripley’s Aquarium, the largest aquarium in Canada
• The Art Gallery of Ontario: with its 90,000 objects, it’s one of the best art museums in North America
• The Hockey Hall of Fame, paying homage to Canada’s favorite sport.

Where to Stay in Old Toronto District

Note: All prices examples in this guide are in US Dollars

• The Novotel Toronto Centre: Located 5 minutes from the Hockey Hall of Fame. Spacious and comfortable rooms from 140$ per night, breakfast 20$. Strong points: heated pool and spa, quiet atmosphere, friendly and personalized service – it’s the perfect place to stay in downtown Toronto for a reasonable price.
• One King West Hotel and Residence: Historic building located 10 minutes from St. Lawrence Market that houses charming studios from 200$ per night. Strong points: bar + restaurant, well-appointed suites with all kinds of appliances, wonderful views of the city –My favorite hotel in Toronto for its excellent value for money!
  
• The Omni King Edward Hotel: Elegant and conservative styled accommodations located 600 meters from Eaton Center. Spacious rooms from 240$ per night. Strong points: amenities and friendliness of the staff, central location, good spa. My recommendation for a top stay in Toronto.
• The St. Regis Toronto: Superb hotel just two blocks from Nathan Phillips Square. Delight in its sophisticated rooms with city views from $560 per night. Strong points: spa and heated pool, perfect location, rich cocktails at the bar, valet parking. One the best luxury hotels in Toronto!

In Yorkville and The Annex Neighborhoods

Yorkville and The Annex are both located north of downtown Toronto.

With its luxury shops and art galleries, Yorkville is the trendy upscale neighborhood for accommodation in Toronto.

Here you’ll also find some of the city’s most beautiful luxury hotels, such as the Four Seasons.

The Annex, adjacent to Yorkville, has a younger vibe as it’s home to the University of Toronto. You will thus find numerous bars and restaurants there.

This area is perfect for your stay in Toronto:

• For luxury shopping
• For nightlife
• For art enthusiasts.

Here are the must-see spots in Yorkville and The Annex:

• Bloor Street, the main shopping avenue in the area
• The Royal Ontario Museum known for its unique architecture and as the largest museum in Canada
• The Bata Shoe Museum, showing the history of footwear with an impressive collection of shoes from around the world.
• Queen’s Park, a beautiful park housing the Ontario Legislative Building.

Here is my selection of the best hotels in Yorkville and The Annex neighborhoods

• The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto: Right next to the Royal Ontario Museum. Spacious and bright rooms from 220$ per night, breakfast at 20$. Strong points: attentive and professional staff, indoor pool, good restaurant and bar.
• Kimpton Saint George Hotel, an IHG Hotel: Great hotel located right next to the Bata Shoe Museum. Room with contemporary decor from 230$ per night, breakfast 20$. Strong points: great location, very attentive staff, complimentary coffee and wine in the afternoon.
• The Hazelton Hotel: Designer facility located a couple of blocks from Queen’s Park. Modern rooms with sophisticated finishes from $430 per night. Strong points: spa + cinema + restaurant, beautiful design, outstanding service, very comfortable. My favorite hotel for a luxury stay in Yorkville (Toronto)!
• Four Seasons Hotel Toronto at Yorkville: Stunning hotel located 10 minutes from the Royal Ontario Museum. Stay in their wonderful rooms with views from 450$ per night. Strong points: great spa and pool, 24h business center, delicious signature menu. Simply the best luxury hotel in Yorkville!

In Chinatown, Kensington and Wellington Place Area

These two neighborhoods are located just to the west of downtown Toronto.

Kensington Market is one of the oldest districts for accommodation in Toronto.

The neighborhood with a hipster, bohemian, and vintage vibe (a bit of everything) is super cool for a stroll. You’ll find lots of thrift stores, shops selling products from all over the world, and organic, vegetarian, and vegan restaurants.

Street Art enthusiasts will also be delighted with the numerous murals adorning the walls.

Right next to Kensington, there is Chinatown, another very lively and cosmopolitan neighborhood. It extends from Spadina to Dundas West streets.

You’ll enjoy these areas:

• For their friendly and multicultural atmosphere
• For being right next to the city center
• To experience cuisines from around the world

Best things to do in Kensington and Chinatown:

• Explore the vintage shops
• Graffiti Alley, an alley filled with street art
• Try the many Asian restaurants
• Stroll down Spadina Avenue, the main street in Chinatown.

The best places to stay in Wellington Place

All the hotels in the area are located in Wellington Place.

• SoHo Hotel Toronto: Fabulous boutique hotel located one block from Metro Hall. Comfortable double rooms with large bay windows from $240 per night. Strong points: pool with personal trainers, quiet, great concierge service.
• Ace Hotel Toronto: Beautiful hotel with retro-futuristic aesthetics located 100 meters from Graffiti Alley. Warm, cozy rooms from $310 per night. Strong points: co-working space, friendly and helpful staff, very comfortable bedding, quiet neighborhood – A great place to stay as a family in Toronto!
• Bisha Hotel Toronto: This luxury hotel is located just off Spadina Avenue. It offers chic, contemporary rooms from €360 per night. Strong points: the rooftop infinity pool overlooking the CN Tower, the design, the top-notch staff.
• 1 Hotel Toronto: A 15-minute walk from the Toronto Music garden is this hotel inspired by local nature. Bright rooms with a clean, relaxed design start at $470. Strong points: free concierge, 4 restaurants, pool, great views.

Near Toronto Airport

If you’re just on a layover in Toronto, you should stay close to Toronto Airport, located about 30 km from the city center.

Here you will find many international hotel chains such as Hilton, Marriott, and Sheraton.

The best hotels near Toronto Airport

• Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Toronto Airport South, an IHG Hotel: Located a 10-minute drive from the airport, offers transfers to or from. Room from 140$ per night, breakfast included! Strong points: clean and comfortable, varied breakfast, indoor pool – A great choice for its excellent value for money!
• Element Toronto Airport: 1km from the airport. Studio with 2 double beds from 160$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: vegetarian or vegan options for breakfast, indoor pool, friendly staff.
• Alt Hotel Toronto Airport: Free airport shuttle available. Room from $200 per night. Strong points: meals to go, very close to the airport, attentive and friendly staff.
• Embassy Suites By Hilton Toronto Airport: Free airport shuttle available. Comfortable and modern suite from $230 per night, breakfast included. Strong points: 24-hour business center and fitness center, free snacks for evening arrivals, guest laundry facilities – My favorite hotel near Toronto Airport!
• Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport: Located in Terminal 3 of the Airport and with quick connection to Terminal 1. Traditional room from 300$ per night, breakfast included. Strong points: indoor pool, bar and restaurant, direct access to the train, convenient. Definitely the most convenient hotel, as it’s located inside the airport!

Where to Stay in Toronto on a Budget

If you’re on a tighter budget, here’s a selection of some affordable hotels in Toronto:

• Pantages Hotel Toronto Centre: Located 2 blocks from St. Michaels’s Cathedral. Double room from 100$ per night. Strong points: comfortable and spacious, very central, friendly staff.
• Phoebe Wang: Located 20 minutes walk from Queens Park. Cozy room from 110$ per night. Strong points: varied breakfast, friendly attention from the owner, quiet neighborhood.
• Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Downtown: Located right across the street from Allan Gardens Park. Bright room from 120$ per night. Strong points: 24-hour business center, rich breakfast, excellent service.

Where to stay in Toronto with Family

• Sutton Place Hotel Toronto: Located 10 minutes from the CN Tower. Spacious room with 2 double beds from 210$ per night. Strong points: restaurant + bar + pool, excellent service, very comfortable beds.
• Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown: Located on the lakefront, right next to Harbourfront Centre. Modern rooms with ocean or city view from 220$ per night, breakfast 17$. Strong points: well connected, excellent breakfast, good location for exploring.
• Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel: Traditional hotel located next to Ripley’s Aquarium, perfect for a visit with the kids. Room with 2 double beds from 270$ per night, including breakfast. Strong points: next to the train and Rogers Sports Centre, pool and restaurants, hospitable staff – A great choice for a family stay in Toronto!
• Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto: Located next to the Toronto Railway Museum. Rooms with beautiful views from 330$ per night, breakfast 25$. Strong points: directly connected to the PATH subway network, friendly staff, close to Union Station and the CN Tower. Perfect for a high-end say in Toronto with your family!

What is the best hotel in Toronto?

If you are looking for the best hotel in Toronto, I recommend you The Hazelton Hotel

And if you’re looking for something a little more affordable but still luxurious, you shoud book a night or more at the Ace Hotel Toronto for its unique architecture or at the 1 Hotel Toronto, for its rooftop swimming pool and cosy interior design.

Where to stay in Toronto: The best hotels

To give you a better overview of the best hotels in Toronto, whether in the city center or elsewhere, I’ve prepared a table summarizing all the ones I talk about in this article.

You can sort them by price or by district!

Hotel	Zonas	Price (from)
The Novotel Toronto Centre	Old Toronto / Downtown	140$
One King West Hotel and Residence	Old Toronto / Downtown	200$
The Omni King Edward Hotel	Old Toronto / Downtown	240$
The St. Regis Toronto	Old Toronto / Downtown	560$
The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto	Yorkville / The Annex	220$
Kimpton Saint George Hotel, an IHG Hotel	Yorkville / The Annex	230$
The Hazelton Hotel	Yorkville / The Annex	430$
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto at Yorkville	Yorkville / The Annex	450$
The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto	Welllington Place	240$
Kimpton Saint George Hotel, an IHG Hotel	Welllington Place	310$
The Hazelton Hotel	Welllington Place	360$
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto at Yorkville	Welllington Place	470$
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Toronto Airport South, an IHG Hotel	Near the airport	140$
Element Toronto Airport	Near the airport	160$
Alt Hotel Toronto Airport	Near the airport	200$
Embassy Suites By Hilton Toronto Airport	Near the airport	230$
Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport	Near the airport	300$
Pantages Hotel Toronto Centre	Cheap Hotel	100$
Phoebe Wang	Cheap Hotel	110$
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Downtown	Cheap Hotel	120$
Sutton Place Hotel Toronto	Hotel for families	210$
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown	Hotel for families	220$
Toronto Marriott City Centre Hotel	Hotel for families	270$
Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto	Hotel for families	330$

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