The Strathcona HotelvsThe Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
Both hotels are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto ranks significantly better than The Strathcona Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto comes in at #8 in Toronto with accolades from 14 publications including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
The Strathcona Hotel
60 York St., Toronto, Ontario M5J 1S8, Canada
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Frommer's
"If you want to be in the Financial District but don't want to pay a bundle, this is a good option." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This 65-year-old hotel is unpretentious and reasonably priced for its downtown location." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"This eco-friendly, mid-range hotel sits in the heart of Downtown Toronto, blocks from shops, restaurants and popular sites." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Guests enjoy the modern, updated rooms (including that rare type – a single), and use of a fitness club next door."
Rough Guide
"A great location for this recently revamped hotel, which occupies a downtown sky-rise, its vaguely country-house-style foyer leading to well-equipped guest rooms."
Time Out
"The Strathcona is the perfect place to relax during an exciting Toronto getaway." Full review
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