Things to do and where to stay in Toronto
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Where to stay in Toronto — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks

Toronto is Canada's largest and most multicultural metropolis — the soaring CN Tower, the red-brick Distillery District, the St Lawrence and Kensington markets, the Toronto Islands with their skyline views, and a gateway to Niagara Falls. In 2026 it's also a World Cup host city at BMO Field.

🗼CN TowerBMO Field (World Cup 2026)🏘️Distillery District💦Near Niagara🚇Subway + streetcars
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Why stay in Toronto

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CN Tower & skyline

An iconic tower with a glass floor and views over the city by Lake Ontario.

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A multicultural city

Chinatown, Little Italy, Kensington — food from all over the world in a single city.

World Cup 2026

BMO Field by Exhibition Place hosts World Cup matches in summer 2026.

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Gateway to Niagara

Niagara Falls is about 1.5 hours away — an easy day trip.

Pick an area first — where to stay in Toronto

Location is the single most important thing about a hotel — choose the right area first, then pick the hotel

Downtown & Entertainment DistrictDowntown & Entertainment District

Central · near the CN Tower/rail · the first choice for visitors

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Distillery District & Old TownDistillery District & Old Town

Old red brick · cafés and galleries · great atmosphere

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YorkvilleYorkville

Luxury shopping · 5-star hotels · famous restaurants

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Near BMO Field (Liberty Village/Exhibition)Near BMO Field (Liberty Village/Exhibition)

Near the World Cup stadium · walk or streetcar to the ground

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Ranked reviews — find your ideal stay in Toronto

Start with where to stay (the heart of the trip), then explore food and sights

Local dishes to try in Toronto

  1. 1🥓

    Peameal bacon sandwich

    A bacon sandwich with the meat rolled in cornmeal — the city's signature dish.

    📍 St Lawrence
  2. 2🍜

    Multicultural food

    Chinese, Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Caribbean — every cuisine in one district.

    📍 Chinatown·Kensington
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    Poutine

    French fries with gravy and cheese curds — Canada's national dish.

    📍 Citywide
  4. 4🧁

    Butter tart

    A tart with a chewy butter-and-sugar filling — a classic Ontario sweet.

    📍 Citywide
  5. 5🍻

    Distillery craft beer

    Craft breweries and bars in the old distillery district.

    📍 Old Town
  1. 1🗼

    CN Tower

    A 553m tower with a glass-floor viewpoint and the EdgeWalk — most beautiful after dark.

    📍 Downtown
  2. 2🏘️

    Distillery District

    An old red-brick distillery turned pedestrian district with cafés, galleries and a Christmas market.

    📍 Old Town
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    St Lawrence Market

    A historic indoor market with peameal bacon sandwiches and local eats.

    📍 Old Town
  4. 4🏰

    Casa Loma

    A Gothic-style castle in the city, with gardens and city views.

    📍 Midtown
  5. 5🏝️

    Toronto Islands

    Take the ferry over and cycle for the most beautiful views of the city skyline.

    📍 Lakeside
  6. 6🦕

    Royal Ontario Museum

    A large natural-history and culture museum with striking modern crystal architecture.

    📍 Midtown

Things to do in Toronto

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3 Toronto hotels our team picked for you

Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison

The Hazelton Hotel★ 9.5Luxury

The Hazelton Hotel

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#4 boutique luxury · Yorkville · #1 on TripAdvisor

From~$657/night
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Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square★ 9.5Upper-mid

Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square

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#3 boutique stay · connected to Scotiabank Arena

From~$257/night
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Four Seasons Hotel Toronto at Yorkville★ 9.4Luxury

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto at Yorkville

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#1 most luxurious · Yorkville · Canadian flagship

From~$700/night
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The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto

★ 9.3⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#2 luxury · Downtown · biggest rooms in the city

~$586/night
#5

Shangri-La Hotel Toronto

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#3 luxury · Asian luxury · Downtown

~$566/night
#6

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#1 Luxury · Four Seasons flagship in the heart of Yorkville

~$529/night
#7

Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Toronto

#6 waterfront views · walk to Rogers Centre

~$229/night
#8

BISHA, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Toronto

★ 9.2⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#8 luxury-lifestyle · Lenny Kravitz design

~$271/night
#9

Bisha, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Toronto

★ 9.1⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#5 boutique chic · Entertainment District · KOST 44th-floor rooftop

~$320/night
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Shangri-La Toronto

★ 9.1⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Luxury📍 Toronto

#3 luxury · Asian-style service in the Financial District

~$300/night

🚆 Getting around Toronto

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Subway + streetcar

The TTC has wide coverage — pay with a PRESTO card or tap your card/phone.

Getting to BMO Field

Take streetcar 509/511 or the GO Train to Exhibition and walk to the ground.

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UP Express from the airport

A train from Pearson Airport to Union Station takes about 25 minutes.

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Niagara tours

Tour coaches/GO Bus to Niagara Falls in about 1.5–2 hours.

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Frequently asked — where to stay in Toronto

How do I book accommodation in Toronto during World Cup 2026?+

Matches are at BMO Field (Jun–Jul 2026); hotels fill fast and prices soar — book as far ahead as possible and choose downtown or Liberty Village for easy stadium access.

How many days do I need in Toronto?+

3–4 days for the city (CN Tower, the islands, the markets, the Distillery District) plus 1 day for Niagara Falls.

How do I get to Niagara Falls from Toronto?+

By tour coach or GO Train+Bus in about 1.5–2 hours, or rent a car — it's an easy day trip there and back.

Ready to book your Toronto stay?

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