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.
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.
Located in the heart of the West End, the luxury Le Meridien Piccadilly is a stunning Regency-era property, with a heated indoor pool, steam room, and a pleasant restaurant and bar. But the 280 rooms are a bit of a letdown -- their drab, old-fashioned decor is no match for the attractive public areas, although renovation is underway. Guests have complained about subpar maintenance and housekeeping as well, and some of the rooms can be noisy. Bathrooms sport grubby tiles, and toiletries are basic. Breakfast is pricey, and it isn’t included in most rates. Wi-Fi is free throughout, but the signal can be patchy. Many more stylish options exist in London, and travelers could consider the St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel, another historic property spruced up after a pricey refurbishment.
Located in the heart of the West End, the luxury Le Meridien Piccadilly is a stunning Regency-era property, with a heated indoor pool, steam room, and a pleasant restaurant and bar. But the 280 rooms are a bit of a letdown -- their drab, old-fashioned decor is no match for the attractive public areas, although renovation is underway. Guests have complained about subpar maintenance and housekeeping as well, and some of the rooms can be noisy. Bathrooms sport grubby tiles, and toiletries are basic. Breakfast is pricey, and it isn’t included in most rates. Wi-Fi is free throughout, but the signal can be patchy. Many more stylish options exist in London, and travelers could consider the St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel, another historic property spruced up after a pricey refurbishment.
The 304-room London Marriott Hotel Regents Park is an upper-middle-range property situated just outside of central London, near the London Zoo and a six-minute walk to the nearest underground station. The hotel has extensive meeting and event space, an Italian restaurant and bar, and wellness facilities like a gym, spa services, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Clean, pleasant rooms offer more space than comparable central London spots, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and 24-hour room service, but decor can feel dated and bland -- though the 2016 refurbishment promises a more modern style. Additional fees are another nuisance -- breakfast, parking, and in-room Wi-Fi all cost extra. The nearby BEST WESTERN Maitrise Hotel is a small spot with more modern decor, but it doesn't have any wellness facilities.
The 304-room London Marriott Hotel Regents Park is an upper-middle-range property situated just outside of central London, near the London Zoo and a six-minute walk to the nearest underground station. The hotel has extensive meeting and event space, an Italian restaurant and bar, and wellness facilities like a gym, spa services, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Clean, pleasant rooms offer more space than comparable central London spots, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and 24-hour room service, but decor can feel dated and bland -- though the 2016 refurbishment promises a more modern style. Additional fees are another nuisance -- breakfast, parking, and in-room Wi-Fi all cost extra. The nearby BEST WESTERN Maitrise Hotel is a small spot with more modern decor, but it doesn't have any wellness facilities.
The Cartier Place Suite Hotel is an attractive option for anyone who wants affordable, residence-style accommodations in downtown Ottawa. The family owned and operated hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants and most of Ottawa’s top attractions. The 250 suites have dated decor, but they're comfortable and have full kitchens, sleeper sofas, and private balconies. Highlight features include a fitness center, an indoor pool, a sauna, and game rooms. Parking is on-site, but it’s expensive, and Wi-Fi is free, but it can be spotty. Travelers looking for a similar property that offers free breakfast can check out the Best Western Plus Ottawa Downtown Suites.
The Cartier Place Suite Hotel is an attractive option for anyone who wants affordable, residence-style accommodations in downtown Ottawa. The family owned and operated hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of restaurants and most of Ottawa’s top attractions. The 250 suites have dated decor, but they're comfortable and have full kitchens, sleeper sofas, and private balconies. Highlight features include a fitness center, an indoor pool, a sauna, and game rooms. Parking is on-site, but it’s expensive, and Wi-Fi is free, but it can be spotty. Travelers looking for a similar property that offers free breakfast can check out the Best Western Plus Ottawa Downtown Suites.
Located a few minutes from Pearson International and connected to it by a free 24-hour shuttle, this four-pearl Sheraton property is first and foremost an airport hotel. However, it surpasses others on several fronts. For starters, the entire property, renovated in 2016, has a stylish streamlined decor, and its 249 spacious rooms include Sheraton’s signature beds, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges and Starbucks coffeemakers. Club Rooms and Junior Suites come with extras, like access to an executive lounge where guests can take advantage of free food and drinks. Other features include an on-site conference center, a business center, a restaurant with adjoining bar, a fitness center, plus a sunny indoor pool. That said, if you’re simply looking for a place to sleep between flights, there are less expensive alternatives, such as the area's Holiday Inn.
Located a few minutes from Pearson International and connected to it by a free 24-hour shuttle, this four-pearl Sheraton property is first and foremost an airport hotel. However, it surpasses others on several fronts. For starters, the entire property, renovated in 2016, has a stylish streamlined decor, and its 249 spacious rooms include Sheraton’s signature beds, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges and Starbucks coffeemakers. Club Rooms and Junior Suites come with extras, like access to an executive lounge where guests can take advantage of free food and drinks. Other features include an on-site conference center, a business center, a restaurant with adjoining bar, a fitness center, plus a sunny indoor pool. That said, if you’re simply looking for a place to sleep between flights, there are less expensive alternatives, such as the area's Holiday Inn.
The lower-middle-range Central Park Hotel London is geared toward budget-conscious tourists who appreciate its location, a two-minute walk to Hyde Park with access to Queensway and Baywater tube stations. Most of its 295 rooms have been renovated (scheduled to be done by mid-2016). They’re clean, but small, sparse, and with thin walls. The bathrooms are the nicest aspect, with walk-in showers and rainfall showerheads. A continental breakfast is included in room rates, but in-room Wi-Fi costs an additional fee. The on-site bar serves light fare and provides room service. As an alternative, the nearby mid-range London House Hotel offers comparable -- sometimes better -- rates and is housed in a beautiful Victorian building.
The lower-middle-range Central Park Hotel London is geared toward budget-conscious tourists who appreciate its location, a two-minute walk to Hyde Park with access to Queensway and Baywater tube stations. Most of its 295 rooms have been renovated (scheduled to be done by mid-2016). They’re clean, but small, sparse, and with thin walls. The bathrooms are the nicest aspect, with walk-in showers and rainfall showerheads. A continental breakfast is included in room rates, but in-room Wi-Fi costs an additional fee. The on-site bar serves light fare and provides room service. As an alternative, the nearby mid-range London House Hotel offers comparable -- sometimes better -- rates and is housed in a beautiful Victorian building.
The Boundary Rooms & Suites is a luxury boutique property in east London’s trendy Shoreditch neighborhood. Its 17 spacious, individually designed rooms come with smart TVs, iPod docks, French-press coffeemakers, and Aesop toiletries; higher-priced rooms have balconies and espresso-makers, and some have slipper tubs. Three popular restaurants include a lovely rooftop restaurant and bar (but lines can be long), and breakfast (for a fee) provides a good variety -- there's also room and turndown service. There’s no gym, pool, or spa (but in-room massages and yoga can be arranged). Be aware that this is a heavy nightlife area, and many rooms are noisy. Guests have reported maintenance problems as well. Travelers seeking a hotel with a pool and gym might want to compare rates with the nearby Town Hall Hotel, where some rooms include kitchens.
The Boundary Rooms & Suites is a luxury boutique property in east London’s trendy Shoreditch neighborhood. Its 17 spacious, individually designed rooms come with smart TVs, iPod docks, French-press coffeemakers, and Aesop toiletries; higher-priced rooms have balconies and espresso-makers, and some have slipper tubs. Three popular restaurants include a lovely rooftop restaurant and bar (but lines can be long), and breakfast (for a fee) provides a good variety -- there's also room and turndown service. There’s no gym, pool, or spa (but in-room massages and yoga can be arranged). Be aware that this is a heavy nightlife area, and many rooms are noisy. Guests have reported maintenance problems as well. Travelers seeking a hotel with a pool and gym might want to compare rates with the nearby Town Hall Hotel, where some rooms include kitchens.
Clifton Victoria Inn is a convenient, 127-room mid-range option located on a busy corner, within walking distance of the falls, casinos, and other tourist attractions. Rooms are clean if unremarkable, and the availability of two-bedroom suites makes this hotel popular with families. The hotel is built around an atrium-style lobby with an indoor pool and whirlpool, and multiple freebies -- free breakfast, free parking, free in-room movies, and free Wi-Fi -- add value. The Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel has lower nightly rates and a fitness center (which the Clifton lacks), but a less convenient location and fees for both Wi-Fi and parking.
Clifton Victoria Inn is a convenient, 127-room mid-range option located on a busy corner, within walking distance of the falls, casinos, and other tourist attractions. Rooms are clean if unremarkable, and the availability of two-bedroom suites makes this hotel popular with families. The hotel is built around an atrium-style lobby with an indoor pool and whirlpool, and multiple freebies -- free breakfast, free parking, free in-room movies, and free Wi-Fi -- add value. The Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel has lower nightly rates and a fitness center (which the Clifton lacks), but a less convenient location and fees for both Wi-Fi and parking.
This upper-middle-range hotel conveniently sits close to shopping and dining options in downtown Calgary. The all-suite property is geared toward business travelers, offering plenty of meeting/event space, a business center, and wellness features like a 24/7 fitness center, indoor pool, and spa. A free hot breakfast buffet is a perk, plus there's a lounge serving lunch and dinner. Interiors are a bit tired and the place could use some updates, but suites are large and offer lots of amenities, including wet bars with mini-fridges, microwaves, and tea/coffee facilities. Each has a living room and dining area, as well as a private balcony. For a comparable alternative in the area, check out the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire, whose pool with a waterslide makes it a bit more kid-friendly.
This upper-middle-range hotel conveniently sits close to shopping and dining options in downtown Calgary. The all-suite property is geared toward business travelers, offering plenty of meeting/event space, a business center, and wellness features like a 24/7 fitness center, indoor pool, and spa. A free hot breakfast buffet is a perk, plus there's a lounge serving lunch and dinner. Interiors are a bit tired and the place could use some updates, but suites are large and offer lots of amenities, including wet bars with mini-fridges, microwaves, and tea/coffee facilities. Each has a living room and dining area, as well as a private balcony. For a comparable alternative in the area, check out the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire, whose pool with a waterslide makes it a bit more kid-friendly.
For convenience to the airport, the three-pearl Comfort Inn Toronto is a solid choice, just a two-minute drive away, with free 24-hour shuttle service. Its 99 guest rooms have standard cookie-cutter chain hotel decor, and some could use a refresh, but they're still pleasant, comfortable, and well-equipped. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, and microwaves are available upon request for a fee, but there are no in-room safes. Features include a free hot breakfast with waffles that's a crowd-pleaser, an on-site comfort food restaurant and pub with a pool table, and a small but functional gym. Travelers looking for a stay with a swimming pool can consider the nearby Holiday Inn Toronto Airport East, but breakfast isn’t free and it isn't as close to the airport.
For convenience to the airport, the three-pearl Comfort Inn Toronto is a solid choice, just a two-minute drive away, with free 24-hour shuttle service. Its 99 guest rooms have standard cookie-cutter chain hotel decor, and some could use a refresh, but they're still pleasant, comfortable, and well-equipped. All units have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, and microwaves are available upon request for a fee, but there are no in-room safes. Features include a free hot breakfast with waffles that's a crowd-pleaser, an on-site comfort food restaurant and pub with a pool table, and a small but functional gym. Travelers looking for a stay with a swimming pool can consider the nearby Holiday Inn Toronto Airport East, but breakfast isn’t free and it isn't as close to the airport.