Toronto, CanadaFinancial District
The Omni King Edward Hotel
Restored Edwardian landmark
Financial District Toronto, Canada
Renovated
2015
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Classic LuxeOutside the door
The house
Omni Hotels & ResortsRestored Edwardian landmark
Toronto's first luxury hotel runs with old-world ceremony, from its lively street-facing bar to its restored high-floor ballroom.
What it’s good at
Notable
A 1903 Edwardian Baroque landmark with restored plasterwork in the historic Crystal Ballroom.
What they say
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Past the elegant brick exterior, a re-done lobby has bold-colored, comfy seating, light-wood paneling, a fireplace, and quirky touches like towering sculptures of chess pieces.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
St. Lawrence Market sits two blocks east, and King subway station is right at the corner.
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The rooms
Rooms have tufted leather headboards, wingback chairs, and deep red accent walls that nod to the royal namesake.
The spa
Seven treatment rooms host massages and HydraFacials, and recovery continues in the dry sauna and steam room.
The gym
Precor cardio machines come with personal televisions, set beside free weights and a dedicated yoga and stretching space.
The Consort Bar
The wood-paneled lounge looks out onto King Street, pouring classic cocktails and serving a weekend Sunday roast.
At the table
Victoria Café serves breakfast with locally sourced ingredients, and weekend afternoons bring tiered stands of scones and finger sandwiches.
How it began
Distiller George Gooderham planned to name the hotel for Queen Victoria, switching to King Edward VII after her 1901 death.
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Our shorthand
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.