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부동산 — The Rex

The Rex is a downtown Toronto fixture: a hotel and jazz club under one roof, with a lobby that smells faintly of coffee and old wood. By night, live music drifts up from the bar, giving the place a low-key, cultured buzz. It's a pragmatic choice for solo travellers or couples who want to be steps from Dundas Square without the chain-hotel corporate sheen. Expect small rooms, thin walls, and a soundtrack that justifies the price.

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Toronto 연대기

Toronto was founded as the British colonial town of York in 1793, chosen for its sheltered harbour. It grew explosively in the 19th and 20th centuries, absorbing waves of immigrants and steadily demolishing its own Victorian streetscapes for office towers and concrete plazas. The city's architectural identity is a scrum: a few surviving 19th-century brick buildings wedged between glass condos and brutalist monoliths like City Hall. Today, Toronto is Canada's largest city, a multi-ethnic financial and cultural hub that constantly debates how much of its past to keep.

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최고의 달

June and September: warm, sunny days (low 20s°C) with low humidity; fewer tourists than July-August. September also has the Toronto International Film Festival buzz without the worst crowds.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

July is hottest and busiest, driven by the Canadian National Exhibition and Caribana (Caribbean carnival) in August. Hotel prices can double; book The Rex three months ahead.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

May and October offer mild temperatures (10-18°C) and 20-30% lower rates. October brings autumn colour in city parks; May has fewer tourists before summer surges.

날씨 & 포장

Toronto's late June can swing between 15°C and 35°C in a day, thanks to lake-breeze shifts. Pack layers: a light jacket for evenings, plus shorts and a rain shell.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Toronto

  • The TTC subway's Line 1 (Yonge-University) has weekend closures through summer 2026 for track work; check shuttle buses if heading north of Bloor.
  • Ripley's Aquarium and the CN Tower are both open regular hours, but nearby Front Street construction may add 10-minute delays for pedestrians.
  • The city's café patio season should be in full swing, with Dundas Square often hosting free outdoor concerts in late June.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to The Rex, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floor 1 for wheelchair accessibility and proximity to the step-free entrance. If you prefer a quieter room, consider a room on the lower floors (1-3) due to the hotel's proximity to the busy Queen Street.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the upper floors (7-10) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the hotel's service entrance and potential street noise from Queen Street.

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Best views

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Queen Street West does not offer spectacular views, but rooms on the higher floors (7-10) may have a glimpse of the city skyline.

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Quietest floors

Floors 1-3

🔊 Noise notes

Be prepared for potential street noise from Queen Street, especially if you're a light sleeper.

Insider tips

If you're driving, consider parking at the Green P Queen & McCaul car park, which is a short 300m walk away and offers overnight parking for $30 CAD. If you're willing to pay for the premium Wi-Fi tier, it's worth it for smoother streaming and faster internet speeds.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — The Rex

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Wi-Fi

Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests. Premium tier ($12.95 CAD/day) offers up to 50 Mbps and supports streaming.

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Lift / Elevator

Two modern passenger lifts serve all 10 guest floors; no stairs-only sections.

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Media & Newspapers

Digital newsstand via PressReader with free access on in-room tablets; no physical newspapers delivered. The lobby displays a restored 1920s front desk with original marble.

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in from 15:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 for $50 CAD, subject to availability.

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Baggage Storage

Complimentary luggage storage provided by the front desk for same-day drop or post-check-out.

Accessibility

One step-free entrance at the side ramp on Queen Street; wheelchair-accessible rooms on floor 1. Lift buttons are Braille-marked but bathroom grab bars are only in accessible rooms. No hearing-loop system.

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Green P Queen & McCaul (300 m walk), $30 CAD overnight. No EV charging at hotel; nearest charger at Toronto City Hall (500 m).

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: Mandatory 13% HST on room rate; no separate city or tourist tax. No resort fee.

Deposit & card hold: Full first night deposit required at booking via credit card. At check-in, a $100 CAD incidental hold is placed on your card.

Faith & Dietary 근처 오락거리

  • Church: Saint Stephen's Chapel (987 m · ~12 min walk)
  • Mosque: Masjid Toronto (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
  • Church: Chinese Presbyterian Church (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
  • Church: Holy Word Church (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)

지역 라이프 스타일 & 레크리에이션

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Shopping

MetroCentre — 140 m · ~2 min walk

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Walking & Running

Simcoe Park — 89 m · ~1 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

OCAD Graduate Gallery — 608 m · ~8 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

TIFF Lightbox — 412 m · ~5 min walk

5분 라디오 필수

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Nearest ATM

BMO — 116 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Rexall — 195 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

International News — 89 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

St. Andrew — 424 m · ~5 min walk

돈 & 통화

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Local currency

Canadian Dollar, CAD

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs from big bank branches (RBC, TD, Scotiabank) for fair rates; avoid currency exchange kiosks at Toronto Pearson and tourist-heavy spots for poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Credit/debit cards accepted nearly everywhere; tap-to-pay (Interac Flash, Visa, Mastercard) is standard for small purchases too.

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Tipping etiquette

15-20% at restaurants for dine-in (not on tax), 10-15% for taxis or rideshares, $1-2 per bag for hotel porters, and $2-5 per night for housekeeping.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Drip coffee from any café or convenience store, around $2.50-3.00 CAD.

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Best-value lunch

A sandwich or bowl from a takeaway counter or food court, roughly $10-14 CAD.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a casual pub or family-style restaurant, around $18-24 CAD.

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Street food & cheap eats

Food trucks and stalls around downtown (e.g., Nathan Phillips Square, Yonge-Dundas Square) offer hot dogs, sausages, and tacos for $6-12 CAD.

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Budget groceries

Loblaws, No Frills, and FreshCo are the common budget chains in Toronto.

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Affordable clothes

For affordable basics, hit H&M, Zara, or Winners on Yonge Street; Kensington Market has vintage shops.

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Cheapest way around

The TTC single-ride token costs $3.35 CAD; a day pass is $13.50 CAD. The budget way from Pearson Airport is the TTC 900 bus to Kipling subway station for $3.35 CAD (no extra fare).

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Money-saving tips

Buy a TTC day pass if making three+ trips in a day; eat lunch at food courts or ethnic restaurants (e.g., Chinatown, Little Italy) for more value; skip the CN Tower ticket and instead go to the top of the Royal Ontario Museum for a city view with general admission.

아는 것이 좋다 — Toronto

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 120V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ C$1.41 · CAD

Emergency Contacts

Toronto
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Police
911
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Ambulance / Medical
911
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Fire Department
911

All emergency services in Canada use the unified number 911. For non-emergency police matters in Toronto, call 311 or 416-392-2489. For non-emergency services, you can also contact Toronto Police Service at 311.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Second Cup coffee_shop
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Nord Lyon Cafe Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Bar 700 Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Tim Hortons coffee_shop
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Starbucks coffee_shop
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Smith Social House Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pizza Hut pizza
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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O Patio Churrasqueira portuguese;chicken
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Toronto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at The Rex

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · BMO — 116 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Rexall — 195 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

주위를 둘러보는

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UP Express (Union Pearson Express) $16.95 CAD

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) → Union Station, then local transit to Yorkville

55 min · Every 15 minutes (peak), every 30 minutes (off-peak) · 5:27 AM - 1:05 AM

💡 Most cost-effective option. Take UP Express to Union Station, then subway Line 1 northbound to Bloor-Yonge (5 min walk to hotel).

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TTC & GO Transit Buses $3.25 CAD (TTC) / $6-15 CAD (GO Transit)

Airport Terminals / Greater Toronto Area → The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

90 min · Every 10-20 minutes · 5:00 AM - 2:00 AM

💡 GO Transit 192 Airport Rocket is direct to Union Station. Best for budget travelers but longer journey times. Use real-time TTC app for live tracking.

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TTC Subway & Street Car $3.25 CAD per trip

Bloor Station / Yorkville area → Downtown Toronto & Greater Toronto Area

💡 Buy PRESTO card at subway stations for discounted fares. Yorkville is walkable to Bloor-Yonge and Bay stations. Line 1 (Yonge-University-Spadina) connects to major attractions.

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Airport Taxi / Uber / Lyft $45-65 CAD

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) → The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

45 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book through hotel concierge for guaranteed pickup. Uber/Lyft often cheaper than traditional taxis during off-peak hours.

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Toronto 소개

Wikipedia ↗
Toronto, Canada — city travel guide

Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the capital city of the Canadian province of Ontario. It is located on a harbour at the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. The city is the fourth-most populous city in North America, behind Mexico City, New York City, and Los Angeles, with a census po...

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Population 2,794,356
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Founded 1793
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Language spoken in the city

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What are the best rooms at The Rex?

Request a room on floor 1 for wheelchair accessibility and proximity to the step-free entrance. If you prefer a quieter room, consider a room on the lower floors (1-3) due to the hotel's proximity to the busy Queen Street.

Which rooms should I avoid at The Rex?

Avoid rooms on the upper floors (7-10) as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the hotel's service entrance and potential street noise from Queen Street.

Is The Rex noisy?

Be prepared for potential street noise from Queen Street, especially if you're a light sleeper.

Which rooms have the best views at The Rex?

Unfortunately, the hotel's address on Queen Street West does not offer spectacular views, but rooms on the higher floors (7-10) may have a glimpse of the city skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at The Rex?

If you're driving, consider parking at the Green P Queen & McCaul car park, which is a short 300m walk away and offers overnight parking for $30 CAD. If you're willing to pay for the premium Wi-Fi tier, it's worth it for smoother streaming and faster internet speeds.

What time is check-in at The Rex?

Check-in at The Rex is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does The Rex have Wi-Fi?

Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests. Premium tier ($12.95 CAD/day) offers up to 50 Mbps and supports streaming.

Is there a city or tourist tax at The Rex?

Mandatory 13% HST on room rate; no separate city or tourist tax. No resort fee.

Where can I eat cheaply near The Rex?

A sandwich or bowl from a takeaway counter or food court, roughly $10-14 CAD.

What is the cheapest way to get around from The Rex?

The TTC single-ride token costs $3.35 CAD; a day pass is $13.50 CAD. The budget way from Pearson Airport is the TTC 900 bus to Kipling subway station for $3.35 CAD (no extra fare).

When is the best time to visit Toronto?

June and September: warm, sunny days (low 20s°C) with low humidity; fewer tourists than July-August. September also has the Toronto International Film Festival buzz without the worst crowds.

Toronto 주요 관광지

St. Lawrence Market Free

💡 Go on Saturday morning before noon for the farmer's market outside. The peameal bacon sandwich from Carousel Bakery is a city institution — costs about $8.

Royal Ontario Museum (free evenings) Free

💡 Free Mondays are crowded — arrive 30 minutes before doors open at 10am. If you visit on a paid day, go after 4:30pm on Tuesdays for half-price admission.

Kensington Market Free

💡 Arrive hungry. Grab a patty from Patty King or tacos from Seven Lives. Check the market's social pages for free summer street parties.

Graffiti Alley Free

💡 Enter from Queen Street West at Spadina — the alley is easy to miss. Go early on a weekday morning for empty photos. The best murals change every few months; there's a self-guided walking tour map online from local artists.

Toronto Islands Ferry & Park

💡 Buy your ferry ticket online in advance on summer weekends — queues can hit 45 minutes. Take the Ward's Island ferry for the quietest walk to the beach. Pack your own lunch; island cafes are overpriced.

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How we built this briefing
  • Room intel — AI synthesis of verified guest reviews (Google Place Details)
  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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