Title: Hostal Ballesta - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2521088&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostal Ballesta Travelers find convenience and helpful service near Madrid's Puerta del Sol, with Plaza Mayor just a short walk away from this centrally located hostel ## Photo gallery for Hostal Ballesta ![Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/7ff4cdb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/f603b92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/f999f82e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/3e94a858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/d2ccfa7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hostal Ballesta offers a welcoming base in Madrid's center. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, and staff can arrange tours or babysitting. Practical amenities include express check-in, a front-desk safe, and an airport shuttle service for transportation to and from the airport. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room ![In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/eeb7711a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.0 Wonderful 55 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/89aa8241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Family Triple Room ![Family Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/e9530202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 182 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/6ce6d8cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.6 Excellent 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMadrid-Hotels-Hostal-Ballesta.h2521088.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMadrid-Hotels-Hostal-Ballesta.h2521088.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Madrid Centro, a neighborhood in Madrid, Hostal Ballesta is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Prado Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Palace of Madrid and Puerta de Alcalá. Check out an event or a game at Bernabéu Stadium, and consider making time for Madrid Zoo Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Madrid travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid.dx178281) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.42132%2C-3.70352&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zqSQl6hT2wTthrs8moOgOn87uOc=) Calle Ballesta 5, Madrid, Madrid, 28004 ### What's nearby - ![Gran Via which includes a city, night scenes and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221074/3c4d20dd-d984-4ef4-9f07-d7e411b8f3bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gran Via 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Plaza de Callao](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161236/1d7f69f3-fb00-4c06-b09c-afdc2fe06a7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza de Callao 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Plaza de Espana which includes a square or plaza, outdoor art and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047907/8c58e7f2-4185-4c0e-bc43-50671e665701.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza de España - Princesa 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Puerta del Sol which includes a city and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6282935/7377ba48-f47b-4153-b3a9-690076a05d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puerta del Sol 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Plaza Mayor featuring an administrative building, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508457/0450e57c-844a-409a-9603-05f040c90dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza Mayor 10 min walk \- 0.9 km ### Getting around - Gran Via Station 3 min walk - Madrid Recoletos Station 17 min walk - Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - La Pescadería 2 min walk - La Panera Rosa 3 min walk - Zenith Brunch & Cocktails 1 min walk - Le Tavernier Gran Vía 3 min walk - Loreto Coffee-Bar 1 min walk ## About this property ### Hostal Ballesta Hostal near Gran Via A short walk from Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, Hostal Ballesta provides a free grocery shopping service and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in - Babysitting (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and free newspapers - Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at Hostal Ballesta have thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property. 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Street parking available - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Concierge services - Free grocery shopping service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person (roundtrip) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Ballesta Hostel Hostal Ballesta Hostel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Hostal Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Madrid ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hostal Ballesta pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Ballesta? ### What time is check-in at Hostal Ballesta? ### What time is check-out at Hostal Ballesta? ### Does Hostal Ballesta provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hostal Ballesta located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hostal Ballesta Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 570 8 - Good 306 6 - Okay 82 4 - Poor 32 2 - Terrible 11 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Borys Dec 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, clean rooms, nice staff. ##### Borys Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Vivian Dec 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 24 hr front desk, very clean accommodations, tiny shower, pillows could be softer (but I’m very picky about that). Overall wonderful stay. Great location!! ##### Vivian Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nora Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Amenities Boutique type hotel Very convenient to restaurants and shopping ##### Nora Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is a nice hotel in a very good central location. The room was clean and comfortable, and it is very good value for money. Would certainly stay there again ##### Neil Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul J. Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Excellent location downtown Madrid ##### Paul J. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Nov 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I’ve stayed here a few times now. Good sized beds for a single room, comfortable, nice bathroom. Good price to quality ratio. ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room stayed cold during my stay. Other than that the property was good and the staff was great. ##### Wendy Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lizza Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly and helpful staffs ##### Lizza Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ady Nov 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and spacious, great service from the staff. One of the best hostels experiences in Madrid so far. Highly recommended. ##### Ady Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jaime Jan 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities The room was okay...but the heating was off. It was a bit cold but heavy blankets was provided. But location is perfect Staff was very friendly and efficient. I will go back again. ##### Jaime Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ariam Dec 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Its my second time here, now with renewed room. The staff is kind and ready to help you. Location is everything when you stays in big cities and Ballesta is at the right place. Thanks again guys. ##### Ariam Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin Oct 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice hotel close to Grand Via and Sol Metro station. Good food options nearby. Spotlessly clean. ##### Kevin Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fenomenal location. ##### Walter Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities In great location. Was comfortable and staff were lovely ##### Jessica Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location ##### Carlos Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Philip Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very good location close to everything. The room was a bit small, but as advertised. ##### Philip Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marijuly Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to Gran Via. 24 hour reception was a big plus. Safe place to stay. Environment was quiet and we did not experience noise at night. ##### Marijuly Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location; very walkable and subway station is close by. It's not too close to the big street and seems to be in the more residential area, so it gets quiet at night. it was spacious and clean. I'd stay here again! ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nestor Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, confortable, local. Our room was missing the bathroom door for privacy. Besides that the hotel was very local for activities, stores and restaurants. ##### Nestor Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jitka Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very cute and chic hotel very close to all Granada attractions, shopping and restaurants. Staff was friendly and helped organize transportation. Roof top pool was great for a dip after hours at the Alhambra in 98\* heat. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5e286a8-b566-4d9f-8ad0-80bb66629962-1758464129718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Hotel restaurant and lounge](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/df91bb1d-4e52-4208-972b-ea859974827a-1758464130253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3e6b3739-27db-47a4-9b95-23f9322ae9b7-1758464129468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jitka Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liqian Jun 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, walking distances to many tourist attractions ##### Liqian Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### marco Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really clean room the position is amazing stuff perfect ##### marco Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomas Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice room for solo traveler , close to everything , very clean room. ##### Tomas Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very good standart. Nice room. Perfect location ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service scary place to stay. no good restaurants within walking distance. ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [5 Star Hotels in SeaTac](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-SeaTac-Hotels.s50-0-d156205.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Avani Alonso Martinez Madrid Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-NH-Alonso-Martinez.h523297.Hotel-Information) > > [ITC Madrid by Soho Boutique](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-ITC-Madrid-By-Soho-Boutique.h110887539.Hotel-Information) > > [Vertice Roomspace Madrid](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-VERTICE-ROOMSPACE-MADRID.h6113947.Hotel-Information) > > [Slow Suites Luchana](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Slow-Suites-Luchana.h12738382.Hotel-Information) > > [LooP América - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-LooP.h74517346.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Gaushala](https://www.expedia.ca/Gaushala-Kathmandu-Hotels.0-n553248635976007564-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Spiritwood](https://www.expedia.ca/Spiritwood-Hotels.d553248635922160418.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [bestwestern Hotels in Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tampa-Hotels-Best-Western.0-0-d602996--bBestWestern.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [GARDEN HOUSE MADRID](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-GARDEN-HOUSE-MADRID.h107283201.Hotel-Information) > > [Limehome Madrid Calle de Nuñez de Balboa](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Limehome-Madrid-Calle-De-Nunez-De-Balboa.h96037564.Hotel-Information) > > [Glorieta de Bilbao Madrid Centro](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Glorieta-De-Bilbao-Madrid-Centro.h24032630.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Madrid-Centre-Retiro-An-IHG-Hotel.h94999583.Hotel-Information) > > [The Social Hub Madrid 4 star](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-The-Social-Hub-Madrid-4.h78393913.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Eleuthera and Harbour Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Eleuthera-And-Harbour-Island-Hotels.d11780.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Guest Houses Kampala](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampala-Guest-Houses.d1091-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Melia Madrid Serrano](https://www.expedia.ca/Madrid-Hotels-Melia-Madrid-Serrano.h6734.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Barry (CWL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/cwl/halifax-to-cardiff) > > [Flights from Merced (MCE) to Tlajomulco de Zúñiga (GDL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mce/gdl/merced-to-guadalajara) > > [Flights from Mississauga (YYZ) to George Town (GCM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/gcm/toronto-to-george-town) ### Cars ### Packages > [Spadina Avenue Shopping District](https://www.expedia.ca/Spadina-Avenue-Shopping-District-Downtown-Toronto.d6264212.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit West Central Saskatchewan](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Central-Saskatchewan.dx6234030)