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The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

Experience elegant lodging at The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto with indoor pool, open-air dining, and close to the Royal Ontario Museum.

220 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 3B7, Canada View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 1667 recent guest reviews
Paid Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Paid parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

Guests appreciate the hotel's prime Yorkville location and well-appointed, comfortable rooms, while noting some mixed feedback on restaurant availability and interior details.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent central location near shopping, restaurants, and the Royal Ontario Museum.
  • Clean, spacious, and nicely furnished rooms with comfortable king-size beds and pleasant views.
  • Friendly, attentive, and welcoming staff, creating a positive guest experience.
  • Popular drag brunch events hosted onsite, praised for entertainment and lively atmosphere.
  • Convenient access to underground parking and nearby public transit.

Worth knowing

  • The hotel restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday nights, though local dining options and the bar offer food.
  • Mini bar and room service prices tend to be on the higher side, consistent with downtown four-star hotels.
  • Some guests noted dated or less appealing hallway carpeting and bathroom tiles despite overall bathroom comfort and size.
  • Requests and concerns raised by guests in previous visits appear to be addressed, indicating responsive management.
  • Suggestions for small amenities improvements, such as higher quality toilet paper, have been noted by guests.

Best for

  • Visitors wanting easy access to shopping, museums, and vibrant Yorkville nightlife.
  • Guests looking to experience unique themed events, such as drag brunches and lively bar scenes.
  • Travelers seeking a friendly, LGBTQ+ inclusive environment in downtown Toronto.
  • Those who appreciate comfortable, well-equipped rooms in a stylish setting.
  • Guests who value proximity to multiple nearby attractions like the ROM, CN Tower, and Casa Loma.
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About this property

Welcome to The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto offers upscale accommodation in a vibrant downtown location at 220 Bloor St W. Guests can enjoy a range of facilities including an elegant restaurant, an open-air dining patio, a vodka bar, and an indoor pool. The hotel is also LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming diverse travelers in a comfortable setting. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM.

Located just steps from the Royal Ontario Museum and near notable attractions such as the CN Tower and Casa Loma, the hotel is well suited for visitors interested in cultural landmarks and city exploration. Despite some comments about high minibar prices and hall carpeting aesthetics, many reviewers appreciate the spacious, well-appointed rooms and the convenience of nearby shopping and transit options. The hotel also benefits from proximity to various local dining and nightlife venues, including the popular Proof Bar & Patio located on-site.

Guest feedback highlights the friendly and attentive staff, comfortable king-size beds, and thoughtfully designed room features such as bay windows with seating. On the other hand, some guests noted that the on-site restaurant is not open every evening, but alternative dining options are readily available nearby. The hotel’s underground parking access is an added convenience given the busy Yorkville neighborhood.

Those attending special events like the drag brunches hosted by Sucka Queen find the atmosphere lively and welcoming, contributing to a positive overall experience. Situated within easy reach of Toronto Pearson International Airport and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, this property is a practical choice for both leisure travelers and those visiting the city for business or events.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Paid Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Paid parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

JB
J. B. Apr 10, 2026
10

A very nice hotel right in the heart of Yorkville and across the street from the ROM. Lots of restaurants and shopping nearby. Green P parking is underground and there is easy access to the hotel from the parking garage. Rooms were clean and well appointed. Mini bar and room service prices are quite high, but that's to be expected at a 4 star hotel in downtown Toronto.

A
Alex Mar 22, 2026
10

Excellent location with great shopping just down the street and an underground station just one block away with a direct line into downtown. Room was very spacious and well appointed. The only small disappointment we had was the hotel restaurant isn’t open on Sunday and Monday nights but there are other options locally and the bar does serve some food as well! Overall very good!

CR
Cody Rudy Feb 28, 2026
10

This is my Second time attending a Drag brunch at the Yorkville Royal Sonesta hotel Hosted by the Amazing and Talented Sucka Queen!! The Royal Sonesta staff is very friendly and always make you feel welcomed and the menu is always top tier, I’m always leaving feeling Satisfied and happy!! If you have the chance to attend a drag brunch, I highly recommend it at the Royal Sonesta!

EK
Eldy knight Feb 26, 2026
8.0

The location is fantastic. My room was really nice,well appointed, on the courtyard. This gave me a pretty view, and a lovely bay window, with a window seat. The king size bed was fabulously comfortable. The staff very friendly and helpful. I didn't care for the carpeting in the hallways it was kind of ugly which surprised me, and the tiles in the bathroom were not very pretty either. But the bathroom is huge and very comfortable. Unfortunately the restaurant is closed Sundays and Mondays and I had wanted to eat in the hotel Monday night. The restaurant is cute, but unfortunately my meal was a bust. However the manager went out of his way to make everything right. I ended up just having a soup. But there is a waiter working there who's absolutely fantastic and fascinating to talk to. So, all in all a nice place to stay. You cant get a better location. Also, very convenient underground parking , self parking or valet available

MF
Michel Foucault Feb 23, 2026
10

We came for the Mariah Carey x Willy Wonka holiday drag brunch and honestly had a great time. The theme was so fun — Sucka Queen was our host and kept the energy high from start to finish. All the queens were amazing, and the whole Willy-Wonka-meets-Christmas vibe made it even better. The food was good and came with pastries and really nice blueberry scones. Drag queens were entertaining, and the servers were super friendly and attentive. We also got bottle service, which was reasonably priced for a brunch event like this. We loved the show, the theme, the performers, and the atmosphere. Definitely recommend if you want a fun drag brunch in Toronto.

JL
James L Jan 31, 2026
10

I live in the neighbourhood and my family members normally stay in the area when visiting me and have had excellent experiences all around. I have also stayed here with my cat during apartment renovations and, likewise, had good experiences. I also take swimming lessons here and was happy to find on my last visit that the issues I raised in my review had been fixed - hence the rating change.

CW
Cher Wil Jan 18, 2026
10

We had a wonderful stay. The rooms were fresh, clean, and beautifully appointed, which made our visit extremely comfortable. We enjoyed breakfast each morning with generous portions and everthing was absolutely delicious. You can truly tell that the staff cares about their guests, and it makes all the difference. Highly recommend.

AB
Atamjit Bassi Jan 13, 2026
10

Great central location, so close to so many eateries, shopping and ROM. Came in for a conference and was blown away at the catered food. Each and every meal deserved 5 stars. I would definitely come again. Only suggestion is to provide better TP considering how much the room charges are. Surely they can afford better quality

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Yorkville Royal Sonesta Hotel Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Casual eateries, vibrant nightlife & buzzy student hangouts, plus Royal Ontario Museum.

  • Union Station 48 min Walk
  • St George 5 min Walk
  • Museum 5 min Walk
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport 40 min Car · 58 min Transit
  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport 42 min Car · 34 min Transit
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