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A red brick block of a building, inside is an expensive chill-out pad; decidedly sleek, and rather more sophisticated than it would like to let on. Set in the entertainment district, spacious, elegant rooms done in gentle taupes feature Bose stereo systems, high-speed internet, 27- inch flat-screen TVs, and a generous desk for those with a secret work fetish. A glass wall rigged with wooden blinds (a Germain trademark) separates the shower room from the sleeping area, while heavenly down-filled pillows and duvets ensure a splendid night’s rest. Executive suites offer a fireplace and private terraces. A high- tech boardroom seats 20.
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This new 16-storey hotel clad in glass and steel is part of a larger luxury condo complex. Smart oversize rooms feature king-size beds, walk-in closets and marble bathrooms with soaker tub. Add a 27-inch colour TV and Dolby Surround Sound and you may never leave! Wireless internet in all public areas. Bright Senses bakery and café is the best place for breakfast, and you must take home a gift box of exquisite chocolates from pastry chef Thomas Haas. Another must – dinner at Senses restaurant, past the sexy, dimly-lit bar, to experience chef Claudio Aprile’s fab fusion fare. Catering available for the two meeting rooms.
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Tudor-style rooms offer soothing views of the Humber Valley parklands, just a 15-min drive or a subway ride from downtown. Some have sleigh or four-poster beds. To maximise privacy, guest rooms are located on only one side of the corridor. Every room has a fireplace, private bar, 32-inch TV and stereo. Bathrooms feature deep soaking whirlpool tubs and separate glass shower enclosure. Business guests will appreciate the high-speed Internet connection and three phones (two for conference). For the athletically inclined, there are walking trails, tennis, bike and kayak rental and nearby golf. Close to Bloor West Village shops.
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When they call the rooms Crash Pads, you know you’re in seriously hip territory. A savvy computer nerd spent $6 million transforming this mouldy landmark into a bohemian palace. Simple rooms span 150 to 300 sq ft with queen bed, flat-screen TV and shower in the sage-tiled bathrooms. Work space is confined to a narrow counter, but there’s Wi Fi in the 1940s-era lounge. Sample chef David Chrystian’s dreamy food in the dining room while staring at flocked Rorshach designs, or order sushi from the raw bar till 11pm. A groovy underground space is wired for corporate events or bands, while the rooftop SkyYard is splendid for summer drinks.
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Nestled in an oasis of residential calm just off Toronto’s most upmarket shopping district, luxurious suites feature custom- designed furniture, sumptuous Frette linens, in-room bar and state-of-the-art sound system. All come equipped with high-speed internet and generous bathrooms with limestone floors and walls, jacuzzi tubs and separate shower stalls. Ideal for hosting receptions or meetings, some have a separate conference room. Dining options include the Courtyard Café for meals, or the restored Tea Room for afternoon tea or sipping Champagne with caviar by night. Live music and dancing Wednesday to Saturday in Club 22.
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