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The Drake HotelvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto and Drake Hotel Toronto are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Drake Hotel Toronto is the choice of most writers compared to The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. Drake Hotel Toronto comes in at 94 with accolades from 19 reviewers such as Fodor's, Gayot and Time Out.
The Drake Hotel
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1150 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario M6J 1J3, Canada
From $141/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "For anyone who wants to live hard, party with locals, and see the city's younger, hipper side, there's no better place to lay your weary head."
Fodor's "Once a notorious flophouse, this 19th-century building is now an ultra-hip hotel peppered with contemporary art and attracting a chic, creative crowd." Full review
Insight Guides "Amid trendy shops and art galleries in edgy West Queen West, epitomises bohemian luxury. ."
Jetsetter "Funky boutique spot for the nightlife set in Toronto’s West Queen West arts district." Full review
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Choose from one of five spots in the hotel to drink, dine or take in live music.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Another super-hip hotel on Queen West... this century-old hotel beckons bohemians, artists and indie musicians." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Located in the newly gentrified area of the Art and Design District, the 19-room Drake Hotel has funky decor and a design that fits in nicely with the neighborhood." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Permanent art displays are peppered throughout the building, from a light installation made from bicycle parts in the café to a Bums and Chests piece made from postcards in a men’s lavatory." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A former flophouse has been transformed into a hip, artsy boutique hotel. Rooms, decorated in an eclectic mix of vintage and modern, are small but well-designed to maximize space."
Time Out "Naysayers say the Drake tries too hard to be cool, but it has certainly brightened up West Queen West." Full review
Rough Guide "Located west of the centre, this art nightclub, restaurant, bar and art venue, is one of the most fashionable spots in town - in the city's funkiest neighbourhood."
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Concierge Fodor's Oyster
Star Service
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181 Wellington Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3G7, Canada
From $473/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "The hotel's defining sense of comfort is buoyed by the spa's 16 treatment rooms, saltwater pool, and yoga studio."
Fodor's "This Ritz has a great location... and a solid elegance, embellished with a Canadian motif of brass maple leaves and local woods." Full review
OysterLuxury
"From its high-end decor to its high-tech amenities, the 267-room Ritz-Carlton exudes a luxurious vibe." Full review
Star Service "This is one of the top picks in Toronto for demanding CEOs and leisure travelers looking for attentive service and stunning interiors." Full review
Gayot "Keeping with the opulent reputation characteristic of the Ritz-Carlton brand, the Ritz-Carlton, Toronto certainly has much to brag about."
Zagat "Every aspect of this luxury tower hotel aims to deliver a true Canadian experience, from the 450 pieces of original local art to the Canuck-themed menu at its flagship restaurant."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Sitting at the crossroads of the city’s financial, entertainment and waterfront districts, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto is one of the newest luxury hotels on the scene in Toronto." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This "stylish, cutting-edge" hotel—opened in 2011 between Toronto's theater and financial districts and near the CN Tower—"lives up to the hype."" Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"There are better options for the price." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Floor-to-ceiling windows frame expansive views of Lake Ontario in the Lake View One Bedroom Corner Suite. ." Full review
