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The Rex Hotel

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Campbell House Museum in Toronto

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A brightly lit urban street at night with a building featuring a large sign for a restaurant and a boutique.
A bedroom with a bed, white pillows, a white orchid, and two black-and-white photographs on the wall.
A room with a window, radiator, and a television mounted on the wall.
A building with a sign reading "REX" and a number "194" on the facade.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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194 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V1Z1
  • Place, Queen Street West
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Alexandra Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, TIFF Bell Lightbox
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a remote control.

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed painting, and a bathroom with a sink.

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Private Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

A small, well-lit bedroom with two single beds, a wooden dresser, a bedside table, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Basic Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, compact room with two single beds, a white sink, and a mirror above it.

Basic Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom (Large Room)

A bedroom with a bed, white pillows, a white orchid, and two black-and-white photographs on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom (Large Room)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(64 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Toronto

Downtown Toronto stay.A stay at this Downtown Toronto hotel places you steps from Campbell House Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Ontario College of Art & Design University. Four Seasons Centre and Grange Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Queen Street West - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Royal Alexandra Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Four Seasons Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Princess of Wales Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • TIFF Bell Lightbox - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Queen St West at St Patrick St Stop - 1 min walk
  • Union Station - 13 min walk
  • Toronto Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frenchy Bar et Brasserie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yakiniku Legend - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Queen Street Warehouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Rex Hotel

Hotel near Campbell House Museum in Toronto
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Rex Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and shopping on site.

This Toronto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Rex Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 17-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (CAD 25 per night)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: CAD 5 to 15 for adults and CAD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 17-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 5 to 15 for adults, and CAD 5 to 15 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 25 per night (1312 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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The Rex Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rex Hotel to the airport?

The Rex Hotel is 2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rex Hotel?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rex Hotel on Sept 1, 2026 start from CA $135, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Rex Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rex Hotel.

How close is The Rex Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.4 mi (19-min drive) from Woodbine Beach and 8.9 mi (37-min drive) from Scarborough Crescent Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rex Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Rex Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 5 and 15 for adults, CAD 5 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Rex Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto (23-min drive) and Woodbine Racetrack (23-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Rex Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Rex Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Rex Hotel have a pool?

The Rex Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Rex Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Rex Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Rex Hotel to downtown Toronto?

The Rex Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Toronto.

The Rex Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1066 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1066 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, clean, perfectly situated, exactly what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmalyn Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Fantastic staff, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the money and great location for catching a show. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location to stay in Toronto, especially if you like live jazz music. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall. The room was clean and comfortable, staff were friendly and helpful, and the location was convenient to all. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was vey nice and friendly and it was fun to be at a jazz venue.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice, convenient and well-situated place to stay - at a reasonable price.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at the Rex Hotel a few times now and it’s always a really smooth check-in with friendly staff. The rooms are always clean and it’s the perfect location downtown Toronto.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , accessible and close to union Station . Nice to go down at bar and listen to Jazz while having coffee , good for 1 nite stay in Toronto
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property in great location Walling distance to Roger center cn tower ,eatons center. Property as described I'm posting Staff very friendly and helpful We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aiden Miguel Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the culture from this place. Would recommend to others, I will also be booking in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

T'Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glad I get to visit that place, the room and all the staff are very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location is good, the staff is good, but shared restroom and bathroom…..ouch
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old school simple hotel in the downtown area for reasonable rates. Jazz club/ bar/restaurant downstairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cannot complain at all the for price for this location!! Amazing to be able to go to the jazz shows downstairs as well. Staff was super kind and helpful. Room wasn't huge or fancy but super clean and cozy. We will definitely be staying again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean room, excellent jazz
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Akire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yukiho

Room was clean and nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Basic and good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the uniqueness of the property. While rooms are small vs a traditional hotel, everything I needed as a business traveller was available. It’s a historic venue for great music and a comfortable stay.
Enjoying live music at the Rex
Most interesting art and posters in the hallways.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great I felt very safe as solo female traveler very close and convenient to restaurants in sightseeing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of good options in the immediate area. Room was clean and staff were friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for about
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026