The Annex Hotel

The Annex hotel is funky, cool and comfortable hotel. Our room was clean, attractive in a minimalistic way. It was refreshing not to have a tv and instead a stereo. The staff were all friendly, efficient and helpful. While the breakfast menu didn’t offer much variety there are many cafes nearby. The beds are super comfortable. The AC was loud but otherwise the hotel was surprisingly quiet at night. It would be nice to have a coffee maker in the room. On the whole this a great location if you want something a little different.

If you're looking to skip the typical tourist bubble and actually experience Toronto like a local, The Annex Hotel is where you want to be. Nestled in a charming residential neighborhood, this boutique spot offers a refreshing alternative to the high-traffic, touristy districts. The location is ideal — walkable, safe, and full of independent shops, cozy cafés, and quiet, tree-lined streets. It really feels like you're part of the city, not just visiting it. Inside, the vibe is just as inviting. The rooms are stylish and comfortable without being overdone. The bed? Super cozy. The bar downstairs is a local favorite — great cocktails, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly staff. The food is also a standout — think elevated casual, perfect for a late bite or laid-back dinner. All in all, The Annex Hotel delivers the perfect mix of comfort, cool, and authenticity. Highly recommend if you want to get beyond the guidebook version of Toronto.

10/10 experience from start to finish. Everything about the Annex Hotel feels boutique and curated including the artwork, toiletries, in-room vinyl, and pre-sliced toilet paper. They had a chess event in the lobby bar during my stay that matched the area’s trendy vibe. Service was also top notch. Would definitely stay here again in the future.

If you like to sleep in hotel rooms, do not stay here. The noise is unbelievable and that's not owing to the neighbourhood. It is not properly soundproofed, so there was lots of noise from the hallways, in addition to the two "special events" which sent bass rippling through my room over the three days I stayed here. One special event, on a Tuesday night, ended at 1 am. Ear plugs didn't cut it. There are no coffee makers in the rooms and they were simply out of the coffee they do offer when I woke up on my first morning here. Really, really awful hotel. Beds are fine, but hot and the bathroom is mediocre. Honestly, all could be fine if it wasn't so noisy! Because of its location and its other adequacies, this would have been my spot for frequent stays.

Fantastic boutique hotel and the staff are awesome! Great room, very clean and functional, and the shower is amazing!! No TV in my room and at first I was a bit disappointed...but I picked up one of the books in the room and I will finish the novel on my 3rd night! Have 2 more nights to try more of the terrific restaurants on Bloor street. Thanks to Lyian for working her magic to book my stay on 5 days short notice! I will definitely stay here next year when I am in town for PDAC conference. Cheers, G

A pretty cool hotel. In a really great neighborhood. Awesome restaurants, cafes and bars close by. Hotel was easy to check into, was very clean and modern, air conditioning work very well, there was a cute bar and cafe in the lobby. Parking was the only issue as your in downtown Toronto and it's very expensive.

Great place to celebrate an anniversary getaway weekend in the annex. The staff were super nice and helpful and the rooms were clean, cozy, and had great amenities. Would recommend in the future. Thanks Sean for the hospitality!

We booked this little getaway and have absolutely no regrets. Check in was done in advance and only interacted with the front desk for our room info as their messaging system was down. The room was great and spacious. We had no complaints about any noise and the lobby was packed at 11:30pm when we returned to after a concert. The only noise we heard was walking in the hallway (which is at any hotel). Note: the mirror did not have the best lighting to do makeup so I had to resort to using the iPad camera. Maybe bring your own mirror. Also make sure you wave your hand over the door pad when leaving so it locks. We weren’t aware and glad I double checked or it would have just swung open. Highly recommend and very walkable. Only 5 min walk from Spadina station

It's very hip, feels like a cool loft if my 20-something cousins owned a hotel. But for the price its amenities were poor and below the standard of a Fairfield inn: no in-room coffee, no in-room ironing board, only one wastebasket, a complicated shower that soaked me when I tried to use it (no instructions), thin walls, only housekeeping on request. There is no elevator. And they rely entirely on apps, so if you're not tech-savvy, it's going to frustrate you. That said the bed was comfy, the room was clean. There was a turntable with speakers and some LPs. I would rather have had some in-room coffee than a turntable. Sorry, it's cool but I'm a seasoned traveler and I expected more sausage and less sizzle for the price.

Attention attention, this place has a lovely cafe! Their croissants are delicious! First discovered them on Too Good to Go -- so cool that they're into food waste reduction and sustainability. They've got such a sweet patio, and they have stand-up comedy nights outside. And the bar is gorgeous-- it feels like a little secret hideaway from the bustle of Bloor Street. Very recommended!

Very nice place in the Annex neighbourhood. Fantastic cafe and wine bar. Would recommend.

I loved this place!!!!!! My boyfriend Jay and I stayed here for a night Labor Day weekend and we had some much fun. It's a great place to stay if you're looking for something a little different than a traditional hotel experience but still with all the same amenities. Really cool rooms. It's like staying in a page straight out of an Urban Outfitters catalog. Andre our host was extremely kind!!! They have free breakfast that is delicious. It's a free breakfast sandwich and coffee and they were both divine. The shampoo and conditioner in their showers is really nice!! Yes, it's a little bit away from downtown so you'll have to drive or take a bus. But what's cool is it enabled us to explore some not as touristy parts of the city like the Kensington neighborhood. It's also really close to Casa Loma which I definitely recommend seeing. However, if you're American like Jay and I, make sure you get your hands on some Canadian cash before going too off the grid or else you'll almost be stuck in a parking garage like we were.

Tucked away in the Annex neighborhood, is a hotel that is truly representative of the essence and embodiment of the Downtown District in Toronto. Proximity to attractions such as the Royal Ontario Museum, the St Lawrence Market and Rogers Centre made exploring the area easy and inviting. The Annex is a boutique hotel has everything you need; privacy, excellent room accoutrements (top shelf comfort for a good night's sleep), a turntable with selected music, bluetooth speaker, an iPad with Netflix access, secure entry, a wine bar and patio and the concierge service is exceptional. I needed to obtain something very specific and they went the distance, and then some, to find and procure the item. Each morning we started the day with tasty pastries and some of the best coffee anywhere. The whole vibe here is one of comfort and care. The next time I am in Toronto I will definitely stay with the people and scene we found at The Annex.

I had an awesome and very relaxing stay at the Annex. The vibe is very chill and hip, definitely geared to the late 20s - mid-30s crowd but great for anyone looking to stay downtown Toronto in a cool spot without splurging. Great coffee (or tea, lattes, etc) and breakfast is included in your stay each day and the baristas are awesome. If you need anything, you can text anytime. It's homey and unpretentious but still luxe - like staying at your cool Brooklyn-based artist friend's house. Great toiletries, comfy bed. Other reviews complained about the noise but I had no issues sleeping. If you're a city person, should be no issue. I loved that it was a three minute walk to the subway, surrounded by awesome street art, and spacious. Just a warning for anyone with mobility issues that this place is a walk-up. It's more tech-forward and less old-school concierge-y but I like that. It's only one flight of stairs but it wouldn't be family and accessibility friendly. Otherwise, it's a very cool spot with some personality and centrally located, making for a very convenient stay.

Had to find a space to do some work and have a coffee with an interview subject. They suggested we meet in The Annex, and I totally remembered that this place had opened up. Right now there is a lobby lounge with a cafe and bar, which serves Reunion Island Coffee. I decided to meet up with my interview subject there so we could sit down and chat, in private. Since it's a bit hidden (the entrance is off Brunswick), it isn't too busy. There were lots of plugs everywhere and free wifi which made for a good coworking situation. Drinks at the cafe ranged in price from $4 to $5.50 if I'm not mistaken and on this day, I ended up ordering a honey chai latte. It was super tasty. Fun fact: the huge patio that The Annex has (right off the patio) is the former Green Room's patio. I might have missed it, but if the lobby had more food options, I likely would have stayed longer. Will 100% be returning here in the future to work.

Beautiful bar with excellent service. Lovely wines and tasty tartar. Tony is the shit!

A friend and I arrived to the wine bar just as they were closing and instead of sending us away they served us with welcome and love. It was so refreshing to see employees loving where they worked and wanting to share it us. The aesthetics are stunning and room a perfect size for a small private party if you're looking for a venue. I hope they stay open forever. Benji

Came to visit with a girlfriend. The stylish interior gave it a very cool vibe for a Saturday night out. Seven lives tacos - you cant go wrong. Service was awesome and would definitely be returning to have girls night drinks!

tried to book the hotel during their promo. got through but they had a credit card defect which they denied until i asked for tech support to look into it. Management was indifferent and non-supportive when trying to help QA their issue. If the email threads are an indication of service then i'll pass.

Very good service at the hotel, great location although a bit hard to find. Super stylish room and helpful staff!

Stayed here over the weekend - great convenient location in Toronto, very chic and artsy hotel, friendly and responsive staff (responds via text). Loved the room decor!

The Annex Hotel makes you feel like you are visiting your hip friend! Super friendly and accommodating staff, the most comfortable bed, and aesthetically appealing vibe. The location was also a great for exploring Toronto.

This hotel is a near perfect distillation of the limitations of tech start up culture. The pics online are lovely but when you arrive you realize many basic amenities are missing. There are no irons or ironing boards in the rooms - hope you don't have to look presentable for any professional events while you're staying here. There are no phones in the room & thus no clear cut way to call the front desk - wait there's also no front desk - there's sometimes someone sitting in the bar/restaurant/coffee shop area. They text you your info to get into your room. There is no complimentary coffee or tea in the room. there is a coffee shop downstairs - spend more $$ down there. There's a bar that's super loud - so if you have a second floor room by the stairs - it is impossible to sleep. I could hear individual people's conversations. There's no TV but there is an iPad - I guess that's fine. Meh. But there was a turntable and records - and poorly framed artwork and books about the military and women's erotic wrestling. This is a tech bros glorified hostel or an Airbnb with fewer amenities. Buyer beware.