The Annex Toronto, Canada
Renovated
2018
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
IHGCrafted Annex lodgings
Arched millwork and a fireside lobby lounge set a warm tone, beneath a towering geometric owl mural painted on the facade.
“the 14-storey, 188-room hotel was designed by local company Mason Studio, who created a sense of place with an artsy, lived-in look”
What it’s good at
Notable
Arched millwork doorways, custom oak armoires, and mid-century furniture paired with original Canadian artwork.
Notable
The Fortunate Fox gastropub pours Ontario craft beers alongside a living-room lobby hosting evening wine hours.
Notable
Curated vinyl from local shop Sonic Boom, albino squirrel figurines, and street art murals by Toronto talent.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Wallpaper*.
Each unit, however, feels carefully considered, and with all the warmth and personality of a much smaller boutique operation…
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Positioned on Bloor Street between bohemian Annex Victorians and Yorkville boutiques, just steps from the Royal Ontario Museum.
The rooms
Custom platform beds are dressed in Frette linens, while natural oak armoires hide cheeky white squirrel sculptures and yoga mats.
The gym
Arched mirrors line the fitness room, and complimentary PUBLIC cruiser bikes are ready for rides through the Annex.
In-room spa
Custom facials and grooming services from The Studio by Radford are delivered directly to your room.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
The Fortunate Fox
Yellow velvet banquettes line this lively gastropub, serving scratch-made comfort fare and Ontario craft beers on tap.
thanks to an extensive overhaul of the existing footprint, the property now features dark woods, rich textures, and mid-century-inspired furnishings.
How it began
The building was completely overhauled from a tired 1980s Holiday Inn into a bespoke tribute to Annex heritage architecture.
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How we rate hotels.
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.