14 Best Hotels in Ontario, Canada

This dimly lit urban oasis is easy on the weary traveler's eyes and lungs, as lushly planted walls frame the hotel's lobby and Flora Lounge bar, pumping out oxygen, while soothing music sets the mood for relaxation. Sustainability is no after-thought here. The 1 Hotel chain is known for their strong biophilic design vision and community programming and busy social calendar. Past events have included everything from cake decorating workshops with local chefs to yoga classes. Rooms are also outfitted with live plants, reclaimed wood-based furniture and detailing, and marble-lined bathrooms. Rooms that have showers (tubs are available, too) are equipped with luxurious in-house Bamford soaps and cremes, with hour glasses to remind guests to be mindful of their water consumption. Harriet's rooftop bar (and pool) is a local hot spot during humid summer Toronto nights, while the ground floor 1 Kitchen (locally sourced farm-to-table offerings) and Casa Madera (Spanish fare) are definitely worth a visit.

A splashy C$40 million renovation gave this historic hotel the full boutique treatment while emphasizing its eye-grabbing architectural details. The lobby is striking, highlighted by sculptural furnishings where guests perch while enjoying the complimentary wine at happy hour. Rooms are modern, with black marble-swathed bathrooms bathed in flattering lighting. The gym comes equipped with a variety of machines and weights and has a small yoga room; bikes and kids' scooters are also available to borrow. Downstairs, the Fortunate Fox serves upscale pub food.

A big hit with families and extended-stay visitors, the modern suites at the Residence Inn Toronto Downtown come with full kitchens, spacious living and dining rooms, and comfortable bedrooms. Another major selling point is the location: just steps from the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and Scotiabank Arena and a short walk from the Queen West boutiques and Entertainment District clubs. Be sure to check for special packages before reserving; you may get a gas card or tickets to Ripley's Aquarium thrown in. A hot buffet breakfast and high-speed Internet are free for all guests, and a gym and small indoor pool are on-site.

Curvy concrete structures, Douglas fir wood paneling, and prime use of natural daylight make the urban boutique hotel a delightful spot. It also helps when rooms are outfitted with thoughtful touches like paintings from local artists, modern-retro Tivoli sound systems, turntables, a vinyl library of local independent musicians, and even guitars and wine fridges in the larger suites. The clean lines of the cabin-like rooms and exposed concrete ceilings make for a soothing joy to wake up to. A light breakfast can be had in the airy Lobby Bar with the working out-of-office crowd, or at Alder on the lower level, for decadent brunch entertaining. The rooftop bar, Evangeline, brings a swishy crowd of sophisticates and is an ideal place to enjoy city views with a stiff cocktail.

This trendy, no-frills boutique hotel features industrial-chic, loft-inspired rooms and boasts an on-site café and lobby bar as well as a cozy Italian restaurant.

Bisha earns top marks for its boutique design hotel, with its velveteen lobby, over 3,000 pieces of art (some Warhols even), and luxurious suites overseen by Toronto's highly sought-after Studio Munge and rock and roll hall-of-famer Lenny Kravitz. The swank and sultry rooms get accented with floor-to-ceiling windows, marbled walk-in showers and tubs, heated bathroom floors, and Byredo toiletries to keep you pampered. The hotel is also home to four renowned restaurants with a variety of styles (Tulum getaway Kōst, Iron Chef--run Akira Back, Mister C lobby bar/night club, and French Made coffee shop).  

This dramatic historic building is the setting for one of the hippest hotels in town, with quirky rooms, stylish restaurants, and a sprawling rooftop deck. Fun details like record players and a curated collection of LPs give an individual touch to the rooms, which all have luxurious marble bathrooms and plenty of brass and velvet. In addition to the rooftop terrace, there's a congenial bistro that serves coffee, brunch, and all-day fare.

Tucked away on a side street in the heart of Toronto, this ultra-boutique, all-suite hotel seamlessly blends a modern Eastern aesthetic with apartment-style amenities. All suites offer kitchenettes, while premium suites have washers or dryers in-unit (perfect for longer stays). Relax in the 12-person hot tub at the spa and let your travel stress melt away.

If you want to be close to the Entertainment and Financial Districts, this hotel offers one of the area's best locations, and its lobby restaurant, Frenchy, serves classic Parisian brasserie fare. The hotel itself is decorated in golds and browns in the lobby with wooden floors and subtle earth tones. Guest rooms have modern furniture and offer Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries. The indoor-outdoor pool is surrounded by towering skyscrapers, which lends a certain eeriness to your swimming experience.

Request views of the CN Tower at this luxury hotel smack in the middle of the pulsating Entertainment District. Guest rooms are decorated in a chocolate, modern palette with clean-lined, contemporary furniture and spa-inspired toiletries. Hotel restaurant King Street Social does luxurious fare like grilled Nova Scotia salmon and AAA steaks, while Mix Bistro offers tapas-style options. An outdoor swimming pool with a seasonal sundeck provides excellent views from its rooftop on the 17th floor, as does the 24-hour fitness center.

Attached to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this large but unassuming hotel is a good bet for visiting business executives, and vacationers can often find deals on weekends. It's also less than a five-minute walk to the stellar live theater and restaurants on King Street West. The hotel has an excellent day spa and exudes a quiet elegance even when full. Room decor is fresh and modern, with clean-lined furniture and linens in calm neutral colors.

Inside the Maple Leaf Square complex, this ultrastylish hotel is perfectly poised to receive traffic from the Scotiabank Arena across the street and the Rogers Centre just minutes away. The decor is sexy, with a mixture of elements like exposed cement, lush plants, and wood accents. Rooms are comfortable with king beds (double beds and even round beds available on request), Molton Brown toiletries, and rain showers. Other touches include goose-down comforters and a 24-hour gym.

You can't get much closer to Toronto's waterfront than this hotel, where unobstructed Lake Ontario and Toronto Islands vistas come standard. The decor has a fitting maritime theme with deep blue accents, full-grain woods, and brass embellishments. Rooms are spacious, with floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum view potential. Watermark Restaurant serves Canadian dishes with a global twist, and the Amsterdam BrewHouse across the street serves hearty pub food and famous local beer. The outdoor pool has an open deck overlooking the CN Tower, Harbourfront, and Lake Ontario.

An 1838 converted grist mill houses Gatineau Park's only hotel, a 25-minute drive from Ottawa. Its serene forest setting alongside a waterfall attracts nature lovers, small business groups, and steam train passengers wanting to stay overnight in Wakefield. Inside the thick stone walls is a fine dining restaurant, a spa, and rustic but comfortable guest rooms containing Canadiana or Mission-style furnishings. Some rooms have gas fireplaces. This adults-only inn has no single room rates. Instead, you choose from a variety of packages; the minimum package is a room for two with full breakfast.