From trendy neighborhoods to historic districts, Canada’s largest metropolis, Toronto, boasts an ensemble of boutique hotels punctuated throughout its eclectic neighborhoods, providing the perfect place to rest your head after a day’s worth of exploring this vibrant city. Read below for a curated list of boutique hotels we love to stay at when visiting.
The Westlake Hotel
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 11 • Airport: Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport | Amenities: • Barber/Beauty Shop • Free WiFi • Outdoor Furniture • 0 Bars & Restaurants |
If you’re looking for a stay that’s unconventional and unique, then the Westlake Hotel is the place for you. After checking-in with the contactless check-in method, guests head upstairs to the individually themed apartment-style guest rooms with up to three bedrooms, laundry, fully equipped kitchens, spacious living rooms and a modern feel. The “Neverly Hills” suite, inspired by Beverly Hills, boasts a charming hot pink flamingo wall that we adore.
Bisha Hotel
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 96 • Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Swimming Pool • Spa • 3 Bars & Restaurants |
Ever dreamed of indulging your inner rockstar? At the Bisha Hotel, designed by none other than rock icon Lenny Kravitz, you can live out that fantasy. This 96-room hotel oozes rock and roll vibes, with features like black velvet curtains and lavish snakeskin wallpaper. The 44-story building tops off its magnificence with a dazzling rooftop pool. But it’s not just about the pool—the rooftop is also home to the acclaimed KOST restaurant, inspired by the Baja Peninsula. Additionally, you can relish Japanese cuisine at Akira Back, and for a caffeine fix, there’s a Parisian cafe right at your fingertips.
The Broadview
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 58 • Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport | Amenities: • Pet-Friendly • Free Parking • Free WiFi • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Located in Toronto’s historic East End neighborhood, the Broadview is the pinnacle of relaxed luxury. The rooms have a “home away from home” feeling, which feature red velvet curtains and pink floral wallpaper. Its spacious rooftop hosts live entertainment and elaborate exhibits, complemented by it’s rocking cocktail program serving intriguing drinks, such as “The Dirty Little Secret” and the “My Therapist Said So” The Broadview Bistro + Bar, set on the ground floor and renowned for its fresh, farm-to-table cuisine, solidifies The Broadview as a must-visit hotel.
The Drake
| Key Points: • Website • 3 Stars • Rooms: 51 • Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport | Amenities: • Nightclub/DJ • Room Service • Free Parking • 3 Bars & Restaurants |
Welcoming guests with entrancing punchy-colored murals and eye-catching furniture, The Drake evokes and effortlessly vibrant energy. Their guestrooms are split by design preferences: one wing is classically-styled while the other is swathed in modern design, each infused with art and striking hues. Aside from its hotel roots, The Drake has solidified its status as one of Toronto’s premier entertainment venues, thanks to the lively Drake Underground—a dynamic performance space that hosts international artists, poetry slams, and comedy shows, making this stay a sought-after spot for party enthusiasts.
Ace Hotel Toronto
| Key Points: • Website • 4 Stars • Rooms: 123 • Airport: Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Pet-Friendly • Free Parking • 3 Bars & Restaurants |
Ace Hotel Toronto, a haven for creative spirits, features an urban ambiance with warm lighting and natural elements in its 123 diverse guestrooms and suites. Each room draws inspiration from nature with open windows and wood accents. Distinguishing itself by supporting artists through residencies, it offers three versatile event spaces for business meetings, weddings, and concerts. Indulge in steak, seafood, and more at the hotel’s buzzy eatery, The Alder, and sip champagne and dance the night away at the sumptuous rooftop bar, Evangeline.
The Darling Mansion
| Key Points: • Website • 3 Stars • Rooms: 5 • Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport | Amenities: • Pet-Friendly • Free WiFi • Free Parking • Bar |
Formerly a grand Victorian mansion, the Darling Mansion building has been reimagined by curator and owner Tanya Grossi into an eccentric ‘70s rock and roll-inspired space ideal for music videos, events, and Vogue photoshoots. The Opium Room, with a romantic canopy bed, ambient lighting, and a stylish terrace, invoking a sexy ambiance. Given it’s not exactly a boutique hotel, guests can opt to exclusively rent the entire mansion, featuring five uniquely decorated bedrooms.
Gladstone House
| Key Points: • Website • 3 Stars • Rooms: 55 • Airport: Toronto Pearson International Airport | Amenities: • Fitness Center • Free WiFi • Free Parking • 2 Bars & Restaurants |
Nestled in Toronto’s creative hub, Gladstone House, a boutique hotel, inhabits a charming Victorian building where the original architectural aspects blend seamlessly with the design. The rooms present a cozy atmosphere, highlighting exposed brick and vibrant splashes of color against white walls. The hotel serves as a canvas for local artists, with hand-painted murals that contribute to Gladstone House’s unique bohemian-baroque aesthetic.
