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Fairmont Royal YorkvsShangri-La Toronto
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Fairmont Royal York ranks marginally better than Shangri-La Hotel Toronto. Fairmont Royal York comes in at #10 in Toronto with praise from 15 reviews including Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.
Fairmont Royal York
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
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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."
Shangri-La Toronto Fodor's
Jetsetter Star Service
BlackBook Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster Gayot
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
188 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5H 0A3, Canada
From $356/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "This hotel, opened in 2012, embodies the attention to service for which the Shangri-La brand is beloved while putting an art-focused twist on its traditional East-meets-West aesthetic." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxurious, mod-Asian hotel with a prime downtown address, exotic spa and exceptional restaurant." Full review
Star Service "This hotel has broadened the luxury category in Toronto and has become a fabulous mainstay for locals and visitors alike." Full review
BlackBook "Taking up just 17 floors of a 66-story tower, the guests of Canada's Shangri-La are greeted by Zhang Huan’s epic, stainless steel Rising sculpture, leading to a light-flooded lobby and lounge."
Zagat "Located between the Financial District and trendy Queen West, this outpost of the luxury international chain has a sleek, contemporary look."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"One of Toronto’s newest luxury hotels (in a city filled with new luxury hotels), Shangri-La Toronto stands out for its blend of modern luxury with traditional Chinese décor." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A glittering 66-story glass tower in central Toronto, equidistant from the city's entertainment and financial districts." Full review
OysterLuxury
"With lavish and tasteful Asian designs, the luxury 202-room Shangri-La Hotel Toronto soars 65 stories high in downtown’s Financial District." Full review
Gayot "For travelers seeking a truly blissful retreat, the Shangri-La Hotel Toronto provides 202 guest rooms (including 49 suites) that claim to be the largest in Canada, starting at 45 square meters."
Travel + Leisure "Located in the heart of the downtown core, the Shangri-La Toronto is mere steps away from the Art Gallery of Ontario, the theater district, the waterfront, and plenty of high-end shopping." Full review
