Hotels on Dufferin Street in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto is home to a few of the world's finest hotels.toronto harbour ferry image by Thilo Kierdorf from Fotolia.com
Dufferin Street is a major thoroughfare running north-south through the city of Toronto. Tourists will likely be inclined to choose to stay near the southern stretch of the street near Queen Street, which is closer to Toronto's downtown and the location of some of the city's more refined lodging choices. - The Holiday Inn Toronto-Yorkdale offers easy access to top attractions in Toronto.hotel room image by Albert Lozano from Fotolia.com
The Holiday Inn Toronto-Yorkdale is a 370-room hotel located near the Yorkdale Shopping Centre, one of the largest malls in the city, and a short drive from Downsview Park, the city's largest park. The property includes an indoor pool, hot tub and sauna, as well as a business center, fitness center, spa and children's play area. The Hotel Association of Canada recognized the Holiday Inn Toronto-Yorkdale as an environmentally responsible hotel. Public transit can be accessed easily from the hotel.
The Holiday Inn Toronto-Yorkdale
3450 Dufferin St.
Toronto, ON M6A 2V1
416-789-5161
hiyorkdale.com - Gladstone's Melody Bar boasts nightly bands, DJs and karaoke with no cover.bar image by daniel sainthorant from Fotolia.com
The Gladstone, located just steps east of Dufferin Street in Toronto, is the longest continuously operating hotel in the city. The boutique hotel's diverse selection of 37 rooms are designed by the city's artists. There is also an on-site cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, as well as a bar featuring live entertainment and karaoke.
The Gladstone Hotel
1214 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M6J 1J6
416-531-4635
gladstonehotel.com - The Drake's ambience harkens back to another, more glamorous era.chandelier image by Ritu Jethani from Fotolia.com
The Drake, also located just off Dufferin Street, has been recognized as one of the finest hotels in the world. The hotel's decor is modeled after Hollywood's golden era, with leather furniture and and brass fixtures. With just 19 rooms, the hotel is known for its personalized attention to guests. In addition to accommodations, the Drake is the site of a popular dining room with a substantial wine list, a raw bar, lounge and rooftop cocktail patio.
The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St., W.
Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
416-531-5042
866-DRAKETO or 416-531-5042
thedrakehotel.ca
