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Neill-Wycik Backpackers HotelvsFairmont Royal York
Both hotels are praised by professionals. Overall, Fairmont Royal York ranks significantly higher than Neill-Wycik College Hotel. Fairmont Royal York is ranked #11 in Toronto with positive reviews from 13 reviews including The Telegraph, oyster.com and Lonely Planet.
Neill-Wycik Backpackers Hotel
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Lonely Planet
96 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, Ontario M5B 1G7, Canada
From $39/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Kitchenette
- Breakfast included
Frommer's "During the school year, this is a Ryerson residence. Some students work here in the summer, when the Neill-Wycik morphs into a guesthouse." Full review
DK Eyewitness "While the rooms are spartan and bathrooms are shared, the price is right for tight budgets."
Time Out "During the academic year this is a students' residence, but from May to August it becomes a tourist hotel." Full review
Lonely Planet "This budget traveler's favorite operates from early May to late August when the students are out." Full review
Fairmont Royal York Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Star Service
Zagat Star Service
Gayot Show All Reviews
100 Front Street W, Toronto, Ontario M5JIE3, Canada
From $94/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Built by the Canadian Pacific Railroad in 1929 and located across from Union Station, this massive hotel has 1,365 guest rooms and suites, and 35 meeting and banquet rooms." Full review
Concierge "With 1,365 rooms, plus bars, restaurants, and shops, this vast Toronto landmark feels as self-contained as an ocean liner."
Fodor's "Today, it remains one of the largest hotels in the city and a favorite of royalty—both Hollywood's and the real deal." Full review
Lonely Planet "Built by the Canadian Pacific Railway, its mock-chateau design adds character to Toronto's modern skyline." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Across from Union Station, this large hotel has been a Toronto landmark since 1929. The magnificent lobby is a fitting backdrop for the many heads of state who have stayed here."
Rough Guide "When it was completed in 1927, the Royal York was the largest hotel in the British Empire and it still retains much of its original grandeur, especially in the sprawling lobby."
Star Service "This historic hotel is much-loved in Toronto, though over the last few years standards have been ebbing and flowing, with inconsistencies evident mostly in the maintenance arena." Full review
Zagat "Built by the Canadian Pacific Railway in the 1920s, this big (over 1,300 rooms) luxury landmark combines historic character with leading-edge environmental practices."
Star Service "This historic hotel is much-loved in Toronto." Full review
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Find an in-room Keurig coffee machine, a stocked minibar, blackout curtains, and robes and slippers upon request.
Gayot "A landmark in the heart of Toronto, The Fairmont Royal York finds itself situated minutes away from the cityâs entertainment, shopping and financial districts."
