RIU Plaza Toronto Hotel - Toronto

Occupying two soaring towers in Toronto’s vibrant Entertainment District is the upscale Riu Plaza Toronto Hotel. It’s home to a superb selection of high-end rooms and suites, a sophisticated lobby bar and a contemporary restaurant, serving up a full buffet breakfast. The state-of-the-art gym is at your disposal 24-hours a day, plus you have unlimited Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel.

Taking up a prime position on the bustling corner of Widmer Street in the city centre, the hotel makes Toronto’s top attractions easy to reach. Within two miles, you can catch a game at the Rogers Centre, be dazzled by the exhibits at the Royal Ontario Museum or dine at CN Tower’s revolving 360 Restaurant – an iconic Canadian landmark. Less than a mile away, you can board a ferry from the harbourfront for a short ride over to Toronto Island. It’s a cluster of small islands, home to a quaint amusement park, sandy beaches and scenic biking trails. Hungry foodies should head around one and a half miles east of the hotel to St Lawrence Market, for a melting pot of fresh produce, seafood, gourmet cheeses and an abundance of baked goods. Half a mile on, you’ll reach the historic, pedestrian-only Distillery District that’s been lovingly restored into a lively hub of shops, galleries and eateries. Toronto Pearson International Airport is under 17 miles away.

Architecturally, the hotel seamlessly blends a brick base – a nod to Toronto’s 18th Century heritage, with a sleek glass upper structure that adds a contemporary edge. Rooms and suites are beautifully presented, elegantly styled with art deco elements and clean lines, using a neutral colour palette. Modern amenities include a flat-screen TV, USB ports and free Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge and a coffee maker, plus an in-room safe, an iron and an ironing board. Those travelling with little ones should opt for a Deluxe Family King Bedroom or Senior Suite for extra space and a sofa bed.