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The Drake Hotel

1150 Queen Street West, M6J 1J3 Toronto, Canada – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 85 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.4
Very Good
85 reviews

The room was clean and thoughtfully decorated. Nice bathroom, I liked the products provided (hand soap, body wash, body lotion - because of my curly hair I used my own hair care products so can’t attest to those).

Julia Switzerland

The front desk team were the sweetest, helped me get a cab/Uber for a rush appointment. Kindest ever! loved the vibe of the bar, the decor is sick, honestly everything! Can’t wait to come back on a fun trip!

Sarah Canada

We love how terribly awesome this place is! From the details in the décor to the friendliness of the staff, we felt totally at home. The bathroom situation in the room is not recommended for a first-time-overnight-getaway for a new couple. Let’s just say that the high level of acoustics and lack of complete privacy does not leave much to the imagination. My husband and I had to develop a “marriage-saver” strategy to keep our romance alive. Not a catastrophic situation - you just need a game plan to get through it!

Nadia Canada

The styling of the room was amazing, I loved the location and the amenities in the room were lovely.

Saskia Canada

Beautiful period property with so much character. Every detail was perfection.

Melissa United Kingdom

Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, cool bar & room. Will come back.

Angela Germany

Very cosy and welcoming, felt like a home away from home! Staff were very friendly. Beautifully designed and cafe was great.

Athena Australia

Location spot on. Staff are attentive and nothing is too much. Recommended.

Sarah United Kingdom

I liked everything. The staff were great. Big shout for Danny, Nathalie and Ami. We had covid there and were allowed to lock down in our rooms. The food is exceptional. The only blight was the restaurant gave our table away so we could not have our planned farewell dinner there. I would stay there again.

Simon United Kingdom

I really enjoyed my stay at the Drake Hotel. The staff are super friendly and professional. Sat on the patio after I arrived back to the hotel after dinner with my daughter. Had 2 glasses of the best wine I ever had! The beds are super comfy and the rooms are super clean. In the morning I enjoyed the best cup of coffee (on the house) and an excellent sour dough butter croissant! I asked for a later check - out and they didn't hesitate to allow me that. I would highly recommend the Drake Hotel. It's now the only hotel I will stay in when I'm in Toronto.

Karen Canada
8.4
Very Good
85 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The room was clean and thoughtfully decorated. Nice bathroom, I liked the products provided (hand soap, body wash, body lotion - because of my curly hair I used my own hair care products so can’t...”
    Julia Julia Switzerland Switzerland
  • “The front desk team were the sweetest, helped me get a cab/Uber for a rush appointment. Kindest ever! loved the vibe of the bar, the decor is sick, honestly everything!”
    Sarah Sarah Canada Canada
  • “We love how terribly awesome this place is! From the details in the décor to the friendliness of the staff, we felt totally at home.”
    Nadia Nadia Canada Canada
  • “The styling of the room was amazing, I loved the location and the amenities in the room were lovely.”
    Saskia Saskia Canada Canada
  • “Beautiful period property with so much character. Every detail was perfection.”
    Melissa Melissa United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, cool bar & room. Will come back.”
    Angela Angela Germany Germany
  • “Very cosy and welcoming, felt like a home away from home! Staff were very friendly. Beautifully designed and cafe was great.”
    Athena Athena Australia Australia
  • “Location spot on. Staff are attentive and nothing is too much. Recommended.”
    Sarah Sarah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I liked everything. The staff were great. Big shout for Danny, Nathalie and Ami. We had covid there and were allowed to lock down in our rooms. The food is exceptional.”
    Simon Simon United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I really enjoyed my stay at the Drake Hotel. The staff are super friendly and professional. Sat on the patio after I arrived back to the hotel after dinner with my daughter.”
    Karen Karen Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money7.7
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi8.3

Offering guests a memorable lodging experience with art, nightlife, delicious cuisine and comfortable guestrooms in the city's Art + Design District, this unique, design hotel is just minutes from the excitement of Toronto.
The Drake Hotel features guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, in-room tablets & Bose speakers in-room. Guests will also enjoy the handcrafted art pieces by local artists as well as luxurious Malin + Getz toiletries. Guests can relax with a cocktail and a snack on the climate-defiant Sky Yard rooftop patio.
Guests can see a show at the Drake's Underground entertainment venue, then have a drink in the elegant Lounge or intimate Lobby Bar.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

The Drake Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 10, 2008

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking available

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
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Travel Sustainable property
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.

4 reasons to choose The Drake Hotel

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
  • Manage your bookings online
  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.4
Very Good · 85 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.5
  • Cleanliness8.8
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money7.7
  • Location9.1
  • Free WiFi8.3

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    Julia
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “The room was clean and thoughtfully decorated. Nice bathroom, I liked the products provided (hand soap, body wash, body lotion - because of my curly hair I used my own hair care products so can’t attest to those).”
  • Sarah
    CanadaCanada
    “The front desk team were the sweetest, helped me get a cab/Uber for a rush appointment. Kindest ever! loved the vibe of the bar, the decor is sick, honestly everything! Can’t wait to come back on a fun trip!”
  • Nadia
    CanadaCanada
    “We love how terribly awesome this place is! From the details in the décor to the friendliness of the staff, we felt totally at home. The bathroom situation in the room is not recommended for a first-time-overnight-getaway for a new couple. Let’s...”
  • S
    Saskia
    CanadaCanada
    “The styling of the room was amazing, I loved the location and the amenities in the room were lovely.”
  • Melissa
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Beautiful period property with so much character. Every detail was perfection.”
  • Angela
    GermanyGermany
    “Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, cool bar & room. Will come back.”
  • Athena
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Very cosy and welcoming, felt like a home away from home! Staff were very friendly. Beautifully designed and cafe was great.”
  • Sarah
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Location spot on. Staff are attentive and nothing is too much. Recommended.”
  • Simon
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “I liked everything. The staff were great. Big shout for Danny, Nathalie and Ami. We had covid there and were allowed to lock down in our rooms. The food is exceptional. The only blight was the restaurant gave our table away so we could not have our...”
  • Karen
    CanadaCanada
    “I really enjoyed my stay at the Drake Hotel. The staff are super friendly and professional. Sat on the patio after I arrived back to the hotel after dinner with my daughter. Had 2 glasses of the best wine I ever had! The beds are super comfy and...”
Property questions and answers
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  • what is your policy regarding deposits? thank you in advance.
    When you come to check into the hotel we require a credit card & ID, and we take an authorization (pending charge) for the room & tax + 15% for incidentals. For cash/debit payment we require the full room and tax, and a $500 refundable deposit.
    Answered on February 23, 2021
  • Do you have parking
    We have 2 parking spots available to book for $25/night. There is also a public lot very close by.
    Answered on December 29, 2021
  • Do you have rooms that are accessible by stairs as I don't take elevators.
    Hi there! At the present, our building doesn't have an elevator as it is a heritage property, so the only way to access our rooms is by stairs.
    Answered on October 3, 2021
  • Can I park there? can I reserve A parking dpog gor July 21 overnight. thank you
    We have a limited amount of reservable parking spaces available for an additional $25/day, pre-booking is encouraged as spaces fill up quickly.
    Answered on June 27, 2022
  • Hi, Are you guys taking reservations
    Yes, we are still open and taking reservations. You can booking online or give us a call at the hotel anytime at 416-531-5042 x 100
    Answered on April 13, 2021
Hotel area info *
Excellent location – show map
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
3 Restaurants On Site

    Lounge

    Food: American, Sushi

    Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour

    Menu: À la carte

    Cafe

    Food: American, Sushi

    Open for: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch

    Menu: À la carte

    Sky Yard

    Food: American, Sushi

    Open for: Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Travel Proud

Travel Proud

This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.

Amenities of The Drake Hotel

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Karaoke
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs CAD 25 per day.
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules The Drake Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express The Drake Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Lounge: Closed from Fri, Jan 29, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021

Sky Yard: Closed from Fri, Jan 29, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021

Bar is closed from Fri, Jan 29, 2021 until Sun, Feb 28, 2021

FAQs about The Drake Hotel

  • The Drake Hotel has 3 restaurants:

    • Lounge
    • Cafe
    • Sky Yard

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Drake Hotel by:

    • Taxi 45min

  • The Drake Hotel is 2.2 miles from the center of Toronto.

  • Room options at The Drake Hotel include:

    • Double

  • The Drake Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Karaoke
    • Evening entertainment
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Live music/Performance
    • Happy hour

  • Check-in at The Drake Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Drake Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.