The Ritz-Carlton, TorontovsShangri-La Toronto
Both properties are endorsed by experts. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto scores marginally better than Shangri-La Hotel Toronto. The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto has a TripExpert Score of 88 with praise from 14 publications like The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Show All Reviews
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
Oyster
Luxury
"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
Shangri-La Toronto 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
Oyster
Luxury
"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