"An iconic hotel steeped in history and regal elegance, featuring well-appointed rooms, an indoor pool, a health club, on-site shops, afternoon tea, and upscale restaurants." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A nearly century-old Gothic revival railway hotel that blends historic grandeur with modern updates, this large property underwent a major public-area overhaul in 2019 and refreshed its guest rooms with a lighter, cleaner palette. Its commanding location directly across from Union Station makes it exceptionally convenient for airport rail links and places such attractions as the Hockey Hall of Fame, Ripley’s Aquarium, and the CN Tower within easy walking distance. The hotel also boasts highly capable concierges and enduring old-world appeal." - Michael Kaminer
"The Royal York has been open since 1929 and recently underwent a renovation to usher it into its second century. Built on the site of an even older hotel (from the 1850s), the landmark occupies a full block in the Financial District, and is located across the street from Union Station and close to sites like the CN Tower and Rogers Stadium. Past a majestic façade that stretches up to a central tower, the vast, bustling lobby is currently undergoing a renovation that will refresh the materials and décor, but keep the historic feel—and placing a grand new clock in the lobby, as a nod to the famous lobby meeting point—intact. The revamp is slated to be finished in 2019." - Sandra Ramani, Todd Plummer
"Hits the center of the venn diagram for location, pricing in partnership with the festival, and an overall great experience."
"Fairmont Royal York is listed as number 7 on the list of best city hotels in Canada." - Travel + Leisure Editors