Name: The Drake Hotel
Address: 1150 Queen Street West, M6J 1J3 Toronto, Canada, 1150 Queen Street West, Ontario, M6J 1J3, Canada
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $172 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Hotel The Drake Hotel

1150 Queen Street West, M6J 1J3 Toronto, Canada –

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It was a great place to stay, the staff was awesome, the hotel warm and welcoming. In a great location to see and explore Toronto.

Wayne, United States of America

Close to where I needed to be and there are tons of coffee shops and restaurants around

Nicoleayo, Canada

The room was quirky, hotel was artsy and all of the restaurants had amazing food!

Chelsey, United States of America

The drake hotel is in an awesome location, surrounded by great bars, restaurants shops, and it's so easy to walk the whole neighborhood. The bar upstairs was nice and the staff were fantastic! Room felt very personal it's in own special way, would love to come back if I find myself in Toronto again

Natalie, Australia

Always stay at the drake, whenever they have space that is. :) great activities always happening, super comfy, staff A+

Mateus, United States of America

Loved the location, loved the staff, loved the bed and loved the delicious soaps and creams!!! Yes, the rooms are smaller but you know that when booking. Lively and boisterous lobby but didn't hear a peep when in the room. Looking forward to returning.

Catherine, United States of America

The places in the lower level and the bar restaurant was great I loved the historical look of the building

Anonymous, United States of America

Nice stay for a business trip. Cool environment and restaurant

Anonymous, Italy

Well designed and appointed small room, was cute and bed was comfy.

Anonymous, Canada

It is the best hotel in the best area in Toronto! The place has an amazing bar, relaxed & super-friendly staff and lots of things going on. If you want to stay in a place where lots is happening, this is the one. If you want to stay in a place from which you discover the most interesting & quirky shops & bars, this is the one. In short, you won't be disappointed staying here if you want to make the most of this unique area.

Donquijotee, Spain

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“It was a great place to stay, the staff was awesome, the hotel warm and welcoming. In a great location to see and explore Toronto.”

Wayne United States of America
“Close to where I needed to be and there are tons of coffee shops and restaurants around”

Nicoleayo Canada
“The room was quirky, hotel was artsy and all of the restaurants had amazing food!”

Chelsey United States of America
“The drake hotel is in an awesome location, surrounded by great bars, restaurants shops, and it's so easy to walk the whole neighborhood. The bar upstairs was nice and the staff were fantastic! ”

Natalie Australia
“Always stay at the drake, whenever they have space that is. :) great activities always happening, super comfy, staff A+”

Mateus United States of America
“Loved the location, loved the staff, loved the bed and loved the delicious soaps and creams!!! Yes, the rooms are smaller but you know that when booking. ”

Catherine United States of America
“The places in the lower level and the bar restaurant was great I loved the historical look of the building”

United States of America
“Nice stay for a business trip. Cool environment and restaurant”

Italy
“Well designed and appointed small room, was cute and bed was comfy.”

Canada
“It is the best hotel in the best area in Toronto! The place has an amazing bar, relaxed & super-friendly staff and lots of things going on. ”

Donquijotee Spain

Featuring a memorable lodging experience with art, nightlife, delicious cuisine and comfortable guest rooms in the city's Art District, this unique, designer hotel is just minutes from the excitement of Toronto.

The Drake Hotel features guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, free high-speed internet access and iPod docking stations. Guests can also enjoy the handcrafted art pieces by local artists as well as luxurious Malin & Goetz toiletries. After taking advantage of the complimentary fitness facilities at the nearby 99 Sudbury Gym, guests can relax with a margarita and a snack on the rooftop patio.

Guests can see a show at the Drake's Underground entertainment venue, then have a drink in the elegant lounge. For creative sushi rolls and a charming copper-topped bar, guests can visit the hotel's Raw Bar.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Toronto! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Free WiFi Sun deck Terrace Shops (on site)

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.0 for two-person stays.

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“boutique style”

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.

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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An Inside Look at The Drake Hotel

The Drake opened in 1890 as D. A. Small’s Hotel. At the time, the area was a major Canadian Pacific Railway hub that linked downtown with the lakeside summer homes of Toronto’s western beaches. For the next half century, the Hotel transitioned through several owners and names including Hotel Cecil and the Stardust. In 1949, Michael Lundy purchased the property, renamed it the Drake, expanded the building and created many of the improvements visible today, including the grand staircase in the lobby and the addition of a lounge and restaurant. Drake Hotel Properties purchased the building in late 2001 and undertook the extensive renovations that gave the hotel its current form. The Drake re-opened its doors in February of 2004 and has since gone on to proudly redefine the Toronto boutique hotel experience.

Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - Queen Street West
0.3 miles
Lamport Stadium
0.3 miles
McCormick Arena
0.5 miles
Trinity Bellwoods Park
0.6 miles
Exhibition Go Station
0.6 miles
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
0.7 miles
Ricoh Coliseum
0.7 miles
BMO Field
0.8 miles
Enercare Centre
0.8 miles
Exhibition Place
0.8 miles

Closest Airports

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
1.6 miles
Pearson Airport
9.9 miles
John C. Munro Airport
41.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The best was very comfy, very trendy, and amazing location. I went out for my birthday and we finished the night there. We danced on the main floor and had drin...”

Izabela

Canada

9.5

“Great location and vibe but the room is quite small and the clear shower / toilet door isn’t for everyone, especially if sharing with a friend. ”

Anonymous

Brazil

8.7

“It is the best hotel in the best area in Toronto! The place has an amazing bar, relaxed & super-friendly staff and lots of things going on. If you want to s...”

Donquijotee

Spain

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From 3:00 PM

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

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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.

Staff9.5
Facilities8.9
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort8.8

Value for money7.9
Location9.1
Free WiFi9.3

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“The drake hotel is in an awesome location, surrounded by great bars, restaurants shops, and it's so easy to walk the whole neighborhood. The bar upstairs was nice and the staff were fantastic! Room felt very personal it's in own special way, would love to come back if I find myself in Toronto again”

Natalie

Australia

“Loved the location, loved the staff, loved the bed and loved the delicious soaps and creams!!! Yes, the rooms are smaller but you know that when booking. Lively and boisterous lobby but didn't hear a peep when in the room. Looking forward to returning.”

Catherine

United States of America

“It is the best hotel in the best area in Toronto! The place has an amazing bar, relaxed & super-friendly staff and lots of things going on. If you want to stay in a place where lots is happening, this is the one. If you want to stay in a place from which you discover the most interesting & quirky shops & bars, this is the one. In short, you won't be disappointed staying here if you want to make the most of this unique area.”

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Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Wayne
United States of America
10

“An overall great place to stay when visiting Toronto.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing, Everything was to our satisfaction !!!
It was a great place to stay, the staff was awesome, the hotel warm and welcoming. In a great location to see and explore Toronto.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: March 11, 2019

DonQuijotee
Spain

4 helpful votes
10

“Best hotel to enjoy your stay and explore the most interesting area of Toronto”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Nothing to complain about.
It is the best hotel in the best area in Toronto! The place has an amazing bar, relaxed & super-friendly staff and lots of things going on. If you want to stay in a place where lots is happening, this is the one. If you want to stay in a place from which you discover the most interesting & quirky shops & bars, this is the one. In short, you won't be disappointed staying here if you want to make the most of this unique area.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: March 2, 2019

NicoleAyo
Canada
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The only thing I would change is maybe better sound proofing. You can hear the music from downstairs while you are trying to sleep.
Close to where I needed to be and there are tons of coffee shops and restaurants around

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: February 8, 2019

Donna
Canada
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Even though the hotel was hosting a big event while we were there - a big bash for its 15th birthday - we didn't hear the music or anything else from the party in our room. We ate in the restaurant several times and really liked the food and the staff who waited on us. Loved staying in the Drake Hotel!

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: January 7, 2019

Alistair
Netherlands
5.8

“Not to the standard of a good business travel hotel.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
My room was badly cobbled together with what can only be described as shoddy, poor workmanship. No cupboard to hang shirts and a desk made out of what appeared to be an offcut of wood with no depth, precariously attached under the sink. The shower cubicle was plain glass - no issue for one, but odd for two even if you are short or long married! The room had the feeling that the toilet was "by the bed" and the room entirely built / decorated by a teenager with . The main dining room (of MY hotel) was hired out completely to an external party, with the alternative not large enough to handle the volume of walk-in's plus hotel guests, meaning I had to sit in reception or in my room. Not good to cater for paying business guests in this manner. I would not recommend this hotel as being "up to business travel standard".
Best point: Location was close to my work. Scratching for complimentary points: The lady on front desk was especially friendly & Wine was perfectly chilled. er...

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 18, 2018

Juan
Canada

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
bed and pillows

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 18, 2018

Juan
Canada

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
great pillows

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 17, 2018

Anonymous
Canada
7.5

“It was a great experience.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff made us feel special- we were celebrating our 25th anniversary.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 8, 2018

Anonymous
Canada
5.8

“Rooms are too small for the price. No fridge in room.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was very VERY small. With a queen size bed there was only a walk way around the room. Not ideal if you want to spend any time in your room other than sleeping. No hot water. No fridge in room. No private bathroom.
Location is great.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: October 29, 2018

Sylvia
Canada
10

“Wish I had more time at the Drake.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was JUST big enough for two.
Staff friendly, bed comfy, coffee ready and waiting, food excellent. Sound proofing great as there was no evidence of th Halloween party happening on three levels around us.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 29, 2018

Chelsey
United States of America
10

“Fun stay in a great location!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The room was quirky, hotel was artsy and all of the restaurants had amazing food!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 24, 2018

Anonymous
Brazil
Age group: 35 – 44

3 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Quite expensive. Although it’s very cool and funky, the price isn’t totally justified.
Great location and vibe but the room is quite small and the clear shower / toilet door isn’t for everyone, especially if sharing with a friend.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 23, 2018

Natalie
Australia
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
The drake hotel is in an awesome location, surrounded by great bars, restaurants shops, and it's so easy to walk the whole neighborhood. The bar upstairs was nice and the staff were fantastic! Room felt very personal it's in own special way, would love to come back if I find myself in Toronto again

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 12, 2018

Anonymous
United States of America
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The lack of an elevator and the smallness of the (beautiful) room was a surprise.
Unique, beautiful decor. Friendly staff.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 12, 2018

Izabela
Canada
9.6

“Amazing Birthday Weekend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Honestly it was one thing and kind of sillt. I told them over the phone that It was my birthday. I would of enjoyed a Happy Birthday. Its not cheap to stay there so it would of been nice to see them go that extra step
The best was very comfy, very trendy, and amazing location. I went out for my birthday and we finished the night there. We danced on the main floor and had drinks on the terrace. It was amazing!

Stayed in September 2018

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Facilities of The Drake Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

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