Should I stay in a hostel in Toronto?

By staying at a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and use more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social setting.

How many hostels should I expect to find in Toronto?

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Toronto, one of Expedia's 15 hostels could be a great option for you.

What is there to see and do in Toronto?

Generally, Toronto is known for its theaters, architecture, and museums. Get out into nature with places like Yonge-Dundas Square, Grange Park, and HTO Park. Cultural attractions include Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Roy Thomson Hall, and Four Seasons Centre. Locals like to shop at PATH Underground Shopping Mall and The Path.

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One King West Hotel & Residence

1 King Street West, Toronto, ON

4.5/5 Wonderful! (5,097 reviews)

"I loved the balance b/w historic elements and modern design. Attached restaurant and cafe were excellent, team members were very friendly and helpful, and room was very clean."

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2021

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

33 Gerrard St W, Toronto, ON

3.9/5 Good! (5,163 reviews)

"Unfortunately the TV system is old and you could not access Netflix or prime, etc which is available at other hotels to log on with your home log in. Movies at 24.99 was excessive"

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2021

Cambridge Suites Hotel - Toronto

15 Richmond St E, Toronto, ON

4.5/5 Wonderful! (2,273 reviews)

"Close to a lot of restaurants and shopping"

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2021

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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:

Top Sights

Hockey Hall of Fame
Royal Alexandra Theatre
Nathan Phillips Square

Natural Features

Yonge-Dundas Square
High Park
Downsview Park

Cultural Attractions

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.

Frequently asked questions

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to look first: Kensington College Backpackers - 2-minute walk from College St at Augusta Ave Stop for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and a computer station. You’ll find showers, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. The Only Backpacker’s Inn - Hostel - 2-minute walk from Donlands Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a bar. Toronto North Travellers Home - You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. You’ll find showers and free toiletries in all rooms. The Parkdale Hostellerie - 2-minute walk from Queen St West at Brock Ave Stop for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and barbecue grills. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. University Apartment - 2-minute walk from Spadina Ave at Dundas St West South Side Stop for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Rooms come with towels, TVs, and bed sheets.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Toronto are November, February, December, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Toronto in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ), 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. An alternative is Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), which is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at King St West at Bay St West Side Stop, York St At King St West Stop, and King St West at University Ave East Side Stop. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Union Station, Exhibition Station, or Bloor Station.

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Other property types in Toronto

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Cambridge Suites Hotel - Toronto

What Is a Hostel?

Hostels in Toronto

When Is the Best Time to Visit Toronto?

What Can I Do in Toronto?

How to Get to Toronto and Around the Area

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