Traveling and visiting hotels in any city can get expensive. However, as you may already be aware, Toronto is a particularly expensive place to stay. If you're looking for cheap hotels in Toronto, this page has information that you may find helpful. Also, remember that Toronto hotels aren't your only option when it comes to a place to spend the night. Frommer's claims "a B&B can be a excellent alternative to standard accommodations."Frommer's: Vancouver Hotels Overview
Affordable Stay
The Neill-Wycik College Hotel is generally for a younger crowd and recommended by Lonely Planet as "a good place to start if you're in the mood to party."Lonely Planet: Neill-Wycik College Hotel
- Location: Downtown
- Rates: $53 - $61Frommer's: Neill-Wycik College Hotel
- Amenities: Free breakfast, lockers, ceiling fans Official Site: Neill-Wycik College Hotel
- Hotel services: Washer/dryer, TV lounge, restaurant Official Site: Neill-Wycik College Hotel
- Phone: 800-268-4358, 416-977-2320 ext 3012
- E-mail: groupsales@neill-wycik.com
- Limited on-site parking
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If planning a trip, please see Toronto Vacation, Toronto Hotels, Toronto Restaurants and Toronto Tours. If you're flying into the city, you may also be interested in learning How To Book a Cheap Hotel Room, How to Book a Cheap Flight, How to Earn Frequent Flyer Miles and even a few packing tips.
Hostel Stay
Dorm-style and private rooms are available at the Global Village Backpackers hostel. Hostelz.com praised the hostel's "friendly staff" and "clean," "tidy" rooms.Hostelz.com: Global Village Backpackers
- Location: Downtown
- Rates: $25 - $150 (CAD)Official Site: Global Village
- Amenities: Clean linen, towels, free breakfastHostelz.com: Global Village Backpackers
- Hotel services: Kitchen, hot showers, washer/dryer, game roomHostelz.com: Global Village Backpackers
- Phone: 888-844-7875, 416-703-8540
- E-mail: info@globalbackpackers.com
- Check-in: 1 p.m.
- Check-out: 11 a.m.
Affordable Hotels in Toronto
- Prices posted reflect those of the cheapest rates for the cheapest room type with 1-2 person occupancy. Prices are likely to increase during holidays and weekends. All prices are in Canadian dollars.
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- Fodor's Review : "Bedrooms, where antiques and plants abound, are neat as a pin. Robes are provided. A small balcony off the guest lounge overlooks an attractive garden."
- Lonely Planet Selection: "Mulberry Tree's colorful rooms bloom with warm berry tones, patchwork quilts, artworks, antiques and woody furnishings."
- TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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- Fodor's Review : "Fifteen of the 22 floors in this college residence become value nonstudent lodging from early May through late August."
- Lonely Planet Selection: "Take advantage of great views from the rooftop sundeck and free breakfasts in the student-run cafe."
- TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=Victoria University Summer Accommodations |url=http://www.vicu.utoronto.ca/facilities/accommodations.htm |address=140 Charles Street West |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5S 1K9 |country=Canada |phone=416-585-4524 |fax=416-585-4530 |price=$60-$81 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Vicoria+University&near=Toronto,+Ontario&ie=UTF8&ll=43.666444,-79.391284&spn=0.021296,0.040169&z=15&iwloc=C }}
- Frommer's Recommended: "Victoria University offers simple rooms with plain furnishings (a bed, desk, and chair are standard), but the surroundings are splendid."
- Lonely Planet Selection: "Victoria University is a real find: not only is it located smack dab in the middle of Toronto, but with its surrounding foliage, it's well insulated from the din of downtown traffic."
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|hotel_name=Havinn Bed & Breakfast |url=http://www.havinn.com/ |address=118 Spadina Road |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5R 2T8 |country=Canada |phone=888-922-5220, 416-922-5220 |fax= |price=$54 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Havinn+Bed+%26+Breakfast&near=Toronto&ie=UTF8&om=0&ll=43.673661,-79.403622&spn=0.010647,0.020084&z=16&iwloc=A }}
- Lonely Planet Selection: "It's clean and convenient and there are shared kitchen facilities if you prefer to dine at home"
- TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=Castlegate Inn |url=http://www.castlegateinn.com/ |address=219 Spadina Rd. |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5R 2T8 |country=Canada |phone=416-323-1657 |fax=416-920-7742 |price=$69 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Castlegate+Inn&near=Toronto,+Ontario&ie=UTF8&ll=43.676998,-79.404116&spn=0.01434,0.040169&z=15&iwloc=A }}
- Fodor's Review : "This inn....is ideal for senior citizens, students, weekly visitors, or anyone requiring inexpensive lodging in a residential neighborhood."
- TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=Massey College Student Residence |url=http://www.utoronto.ca/massey/summer.html |address=4 Devonshire Place |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5S 2E1 |country=Canada |phone=416-946-7843 |fax=416-978-1759 |price=$50-$95 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Massey+College+Student+Residence&near=Toronto&ie=UTF8&om=0&ll=43.665217,-79.395554&spn=0.010648,0.020084&z=16&iwloc=A }}
- Fodor's Review : "Massey is a stone's throw from Queen's Park and other major attractions."
- TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=Carlingview Airport Inn |url=http://www.carlingview.ca/ |address=221 Carlingview Drive |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M9W 5E8 |country=Canada |phone=877-675-3303, 416-675-3303 |fax= |price=$99-$120 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Carlingview+Airport+Inn&near=Toronto&ie=UTF8&om=0&ll=43.68786,-79.590325&spn=0.021288,0.040169&z=15&iwloc=A }}
- Fodor's Review : "There are only three floors to this modest place, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in friendly service."
- TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
Hostels in Toronto
- Official Tourism Site: Residences, Dormitories and Hostels in Toronto
- Lonely Planet: Toronto Hostels
- Hostelz.com: Toronto Hostel Reviews
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|hotel_name=Global Village Backpackers |url=http://www.globalbackpackers.com/ |address=460 King Street West |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5V 1L7 |country=Canada |phone=888-844-7875, 416-703-8540 |fax=416-703-3887 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Global+Village+Backpakers&near=Toronto,+Ontario&ie=UTF8&ll=43.645144,-79.39446&spn=0.021304,0.040169&z=15&iwloc=A}}
- Fodor's Choice : "It's friendly, and has a lounge, patio, and bar on premises. Clean linen and towels are supplied at check-in, and the friendly staff know the city and are great resources."
- Lonely Planet Selection: "[F]requented by the likes of Jack Nicholson, the Rolling Stones, Leonard Cohen and the Tragically Hip, this hostel is one of the most happening in North America."
- Hostelz.com Review: "Toronto Global Village Backpackers is a big hostel with friendly staff and a good atmosphere."
- TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=Hostelling International - Toronto |url=http://www.hihostels.ca/GreatLakes/en/index.aspx?sortcode=2.10 |address=76 Church Street |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code= M5C 2G1 |country=Canada |phone=877-848-8737, 416-971-4440 |fax=416-971-4088 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Hostelling+International&near=Toronto,+Ontario&ie=UTF8&ll=43.650671,-79.374783&spn=0.010651,0.020084&z=16&iwloc=B }}
- Fodor's Review : "Central and no-frills, this hostel is ideal for adventurers of all ages."
- Lonely Planet Selection: "Rooms are quiet and common areas are appealing with pool tables, darts and an activities board announcing hostel events like BBQs and pub crawls."
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|hotel_name=Canadiana Backpackers Inn |url=http://www.canadianalodging.com/ |address=42 Widmer Street |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5V 2E9 |country=Canada |phone=877-215-1225, 416-598-9090 |fax=416-598-8940 |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=Canadiana+Backpackers+Inn&near=Toronto,+Ontario&ie=UTF8&ll=43.648203,-79.389696&spn=0.010651,0.020084&z=16&iwloc=A }}
- Lonely Planet Selection: "A long list of plusses includes free wi-fi internet, a movie theatre, BBQ nights, free pancake breakfasts, gas cooking, laundry facilities and a crop of immaculate new private rooms."
- TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)
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|hotel_name=The Planet Traveler's Hostel |url=http://theplanettraveler.com/ |address=175 Augusta Avenue |city=Toronto |state=ON |postal_code=M5T 2L4 |country=Canada |phone=416-599-6789 |fax= |price= |map_url=http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&geocode=&q=The+Planet+Traveler's+Hostel&near=Toronto&ie=UTF8&om=0&ll=43.654553,-79.39873&spn=0.01065,0.020084&z=16&iwloc=A }}
- Lonely Planet Selection: "The friendly staff at this intimate hostel know how to have a great time, and how to run a hostel efficiently."
Disclaimer
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