Novotel Toronto CentrevsHI Toronto
Both properties are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Hostelling International Toronto scores slightly higher than Novotel Toronto Centre. Hostelling International Toronto is ranked #23 in Toronto with endorsements from 6 reviews including Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Novotel Toronto Centre
45 The Esplanade, Toronto, Ontario M5E 1W2, Canada
From $87/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"A good-value, few-frills, modern hotel, the Novotel is in the heart of the animated, bar-lined Esplanade area." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Well-placed near many downtown attractions, this hotel is a good representative of the French chain."
Time Out
"The solid, unpretentious Novotel offers good value and location for the money." Full review
Rough Guide
"In a splendidly converted old building, with an elegant arcaded facade and other Art Deco flourishes, this chain hotel offers excellent service at moderate prices."
HI Toronto
76 Church St., Toronto, Ontario M5C 2G1, Canada
From $22/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
DK Eyewitness
"Offering mainly shared rooms in dorms, although there are a few private rooms with private bath, a stay here is one of the cheapest in the city."
Rough Guide
"The surrounding neighbourhood may have resisted gentrification, but the hostel is clean, well-run and a 5 min walk from the subway."
Frommer's
"Wonderfully social hostel, with a friendly staff... this is not only a good pick for budgeteers, but also for solo travelers." Full review
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Every once in a while the staff has free tickets to hockey games and TV tapings, so be sure to ask.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This award-winning hostel doesn't look much from the outside, but gets votes for its rooftop deck and friendly staff." Full review
Time Out
"The hostel has both shared and private rooms (with a 170-person capacity each night), free wifi throughout the venue and a bar on site. " Full review