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Women-friendly hotels and accommodations in Toronto, Canada
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Choosing Toronto as your travel destination is only the first step; ensuring you find safe, women-friendly accommodations is vital for solo travellers. We’ve compiled recommendations from women on the best places to stay in Toronto, suited to various budgets and tastes, from intimate boutique hotels to cost-effective options.
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Women-friendly places to stay in Toronto, Canada
Prices are approximate and listed in CAD.
Source: Expedia
Gladstone House
Queen West
Kari says “Not only is it Toronto’s oldest hotel, but there’s also an art gallery and all the rooms are unique and different, I absolutely loved my stay here!” Toronto’s historic Gladstone House is at the heart of the city’s art and design district. Set in a Victorian-style building, this trendy and lively hotel offers 55 artist-designed guest rooms, all of which are unique in décor reflecting the feel and style of the property.
Cost: $300+ per nightÂ
Source: Expedia
The Drake Hotel
Queen West
Ava says “The hotel itself is beautiful but it’s the staff and events that really make this place stand out.” At The Drake Hotel Guests can see a show at the Drake’s Underground entertainment venue, then have a drink in the elegant Lounge or intimate Lobby Bar.
Cost: $400+ per night
Source: Expedia
The Broadview Hotel
East End
Janet recommends The Broadview Hotel on Toronto’s East side which was built in 1891 and was recently refurbished. Downstairs, there is a charming bistro and bar, and the rooftop offers one of the most stunning views of the Toronto skyline and the Don River, with a 360° glass facade, pyramidal skylight, and expansive terrace.
Cost: $300+ per nightÂ
Source: Expedia
Le Germain Hotel – Maple Leaf Square
Entertainment District
Joy recommends Le Germain Hotel and stayed there in June 2024 for JourneyWoman’s 30th-anniversary celebration. She says “ It is delightful, comfortable, great service, lovely room, and convenient to take the UP Express from the airport right to Union Station.”
Cost: $350+ per night
Annex Garden
The Annex
Gloria says “Carol Davies has a wonderful Bed and Breakfast in the Annex Area on Madison Avenue (Annex House) where you receive all the comforts of home in a huge and wonderful old house in a safe neighbourhood. The Madison Pub just down the street invites students and neighbours alike to enjoy the draught and comfort food in warm and cozy surroundings.”
Cost: $150+ per nightÂ
Source: Expedia
Madison Manor Boutique Hotel
The Annex
Lyndsay says “I have to say the Madison Manor Boutique Hotel (really bed & breakfast) is my favourite place to stay when I’m in Toronto. Located in the Annex area, close to the University of Toronto campus, it’s close to everything I need (five minutes from a major subway station) and is a great place to relax. I felt so very much at home and truly enjoyed the historic charm that the hotel had to offer.”
Cost: $150+ per night
Source: Expedia
Chelsea Hotel
Downtown
Carolyn says “A very clean, practical, and beautifully located place to stay is the Chelsea Hotel in midtown Toronto. One of the things I love about the Chelsea is that they host their own beehive on the roof. The Chelsea just went through a $25 million dollar refurbishment to upgrade their rooms, restaurants (including Market Square, which I enjoyed recently), and enhancements to its full-service restaurant, Elm Street Bar & Lounge.”
Cost: $200+ per nightÂ
Source: Expedia
Fairmont Royal York Hotel
Financial District
Marilyn says “If you can afford it I suggest the Fairmont Royal York, which is a heritage hotel that has played a role in the making of Toronto. The Library Bar and the new Clock Bar in the lobby are both great for people-watching. The hotel is walking distance to most of the downtown core and it’s right across the street from the Union Station subway and the UP Express train to and from the airport.”
Cost: $450+ per night
Massey College Summer Rentals
Queens Park
Catherine says “I can only say good things about staying at Massey College on the University of Toronto campus. It’s normally a dorm for handpicked graduate students, but they accept guests during the summer. They have single and double rooms, simply furnished but comfortable, and cafeteria-style breakfast is included. It’s quiet, inexpensive (50-80$CAN), centrally located, and it feels more like a home than a hotel (don’t be surprised if permanent residents sit down with you at breakfast). Perks include a common room with at least half a dozen daily newspapers and a beautiful park in the quad.”
Cost: $50+ per night
Source: Expedia
Kimpton Saint George Hotel
Yorkville
Kim recommends the Kimpton Saint George Hotel. The University of Toronto, Royal Ontario Museum, St. George Subway Station, Bata Shoe Museum and Yorkville’s renowned high-end shops and restaurants are just minutes away from the hotel.
Cost: $300+ per night
Source: Expedia
The Hazelton Hotel
Yorkville
Susan recommends the Hazelton Hotel, where the celebs hang out during the Toronto International Film Festival in September. The Hazelton is within a 5-minute walk of the Royal Ontario Museum and Queen’s Park. This boutique hotel is nestled in the heart of Toronto’s famed Yorkville neighborhood steps from the shops of Bloor Street.
Cost: $500+ per nightÂ
Source: Expedia
Hotel X Toronto
Lakeshore
Tori recommends Hotel X which is a newer hotel near the lake with some of the best views in Toronto on its rooftop patio. Within 0.9 mi from Hotel X Toronto at Exhibition Place, are the Enercare Center, Beanfield Center, Budweiser Stage, BMO Field, Ontario Place, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Queen Elizabeth Theater, Liberty Grand, and Medieval Times. Toronto’s Liberty Village neighbourhood is located north of the Hotel, offering a variety of restaurants, bars, cafes, shops, and salons.Â
Cost: $500+ per night
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