Suspended architectural showcase
The suspended lobby floats from concrete arches, filling with neighborhood locals and travelers for all-day coffee and evening drinks.
“the industrial-feeling, concrete-accented lobby—designed by the Ace architect Brigitte Shim—remains a meeting spot for the community.”
Where it shines
Exceptional
Concrete arches suspend a floating lobby platform above red Don Valley brickwork.
Remarkable
All-day lobby gatherings transition into rooftop cocktails and weekend DJ sets at Evangeline.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Softer Volumes, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
The curvaceous brick, concrete, and wooden forms feel retro-futuristic, and the lobby’s floor, if you look carefully, seems to hover in the air.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Overlooking St. Andrew's Playground Park in the Fashion District, the hotel sits steps from King West restaurants and Queen West galleries.
The rooms
Wood-lined urban cabins feature deep window benches overlooking the park, custom quilts, and turntables spinning curated Canadian indie records.
The gym
- Gym
- 24-hour fitness studio on level B2 equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, cardio equipment, and free weights.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Alder
A subterranean dining room with brick floors and stacked firewood serves Mediterranean plates cooked over an open hearth.
123 guest rooms with Douglas fir panelling, copper accents, and deep-set window benches, plus original artworks by primarily Canadian artists
Bar
Evangeline
Fourteen floors up, the rooftop lounge gathers around twin fireplaces and opens onto a wraparound terrace overlooking the skyline.
At the table
The tiled Lobby Bar pours morning espresso before shifting to local beers, wine, and late-night cocktails.
How it began
Built from scratch, the red-brick facade honors the historic Garment District with exterior masonry crafted to evoke traditional Don Valley clay.
“The lobby is an inviting refuge for guests and locals alike, featuring a wooden butcher-block floor made from end grain Douglas fir...”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.