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What Is a Hostel?

If you're looking for a low-cost place to stay in Toronto, one of the 15 hostels here could be a great option. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature the following:

• Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
• Budget prices
• A social environment

Hostels are a great way to stay in Toronto for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.

Hostels in Toronto

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start:

Two Peas Pod Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Art Gallery of Ontario. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.

HI-Toronto Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of PATH Underground Shopping Mall and Queen Street. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find free toiletries in all rooms.

Toronto Travellers Home - Located within a 10-minute walk of Queen Street and Art Gallery of Ontario. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities.

University Apartment - Located within a 10-minute walk of Queen Street and Art Gallery of Ontario. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Rooms come with TVs.

Kensington College Backpackers - Located within a 20-minute walk of University of Toronto - St. George Campus and Queen Street. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. You'll find showers and lockers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Toronto?

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 46° F and nighttime temperatures average 18° F
• April-June: 77° F is the daytime average and 31° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 78° F and nighttime averages are around 49° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 65° F during the day and 24° F at night
• Average rainfall is 1.34 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Toronto?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these places:

• Hockey Hall of Fame
• Royal Alexandra Theatre
• Nathan Phillips Square

• Yonge-Dundas Square
• High Park
• Downsview Park

• Princess of Wales Theatre
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Casa Loma

Overall, Toronto is known for its:

• Theater
• Architecture
• Museums
• Art
• Entertainment
• Shopping
• University life
• Restaurants
• Skyscrapers

How to Get to Toronto and Around the Area

You'll find the nearest airport in Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City), located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.), situated 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to make use of public transit. Nearby metro stations include St Andrew Station, King Station, and Osgoode Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Toronto Union Station, Toronto Exhibition Station, or Toronto Bloor Station.