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Old-world character and generous suites, with less consistent five-star polish.

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Axel’s rating: 8.3/10 · a historic five-star boutique hotel in Yorkville

Windsor Arms is a historic five-star boutique hotel in Yorkville, strongest on spacious suites, personal service and location rather than contemporary luxury. We'd pick it for a quieter, traditional Toronto stay near shopping, the Royal Ontario Museum and the subway. Expedia, Booking.com and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff and comfortable accommodation; the indoor saltwater pool and spa add appeal beyond the address.

The trade-off is polish. Recent Expedia guests flag a tired lobby and carpets needing attention, although cleanliness ratings remain strong overall. Dining feedback is less consistent than praise for the rooms, with complaints about Gatsby and some tea experiences alongside enthusiastic recommendations. Breakfast and valet parking cost extra. We'd skip it if immaculate modern interiors and reliably excellent dining are essential to your idea of five-star luxury.

Rooms
Generously sized, traditionally decorated suites with large bathrooms; some finishes show wear.
Cleanliness
Strong overall guest ratings, with occasional recent criticism of carpets and presentation.
Service
Warm, helpful staff are a consistent strength across accommodation reviews.
Amenities
Indoor saltwater pool, spa, gym, sauna and afternoon tea.
Fees and surprises
Budget separately for breakfast, valet parking, spa treatments and applicable pet fees.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

The location

18 Saint Thomas St, Toronto

Excellent Yorkville base, a short walk from the ROM, shopping and Bay subway station.

Amenities and check-in

Indoor saltwater pool, spa, gym, sauna and afternoon tea.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast (extra charge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness center
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Cot: CA$57 per room per stay; Deposit: CA$150 per room per night; Pet deposit: CA$50 per room per stay; Pets: CA$50 per room per stay
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Windsor Arms Hotel: from $986 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $986 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Windsor Arms Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Windsor Arms Hotel is a historic five-star boutique hotel in Yorkville in Toronto, Canada.

Address: 18 Saint Thomas St, Toronto. Property ID: 1470194. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/toronto/windsor-arms-hotel-1470194

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/toronto/windsor-arms-hotel-1470194/2026-11-21/2-adults

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$1,119$1,175 on Expedia$56 less (5%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $986 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $1,431 USD

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Total price: $1,870 USD

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Total price: $2,822 USD

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Total price: $3,257 USD

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Total price: $3,731 USD

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Total price: $4,210 USD

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Total price: $4,677 USD

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Total price: $5,133 USD

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Total price: $5,678 USD

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Total price: $6,138 USD

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Total price: $6,683 USD

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14 nights

Total price: $7,336 USD

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#7 of 7 hotels in Yorkville & the Annex by Axel's take. Yorkville & the Annex is #5 of 6 places to stay in Toronto. The best hotels in Yorkville & the Annex, ranked · Where to stay in Toronto

Axel's take: 8.3/10

Old-world character and generous suites, with less consistent five-star polish. a historic five-star boutique hotel in Yorkville, scored for what it is.

Windsor Arms is a historic five-star boutique hotel in Yorkville, strongest on spacious suites, personal service and location rather than contemporary luxury. We'd pick it for a quieter, traditional Toronto stay near shopping, the Royal Ontario Museum and the subway. Expedia, Booking.com and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff and comfortable accommodation; the indoor saltwater pool and spa add appeal beyond the address.

The trade-off is polish. Recent Expedia guests flag a tired lobby and carpets needing attention, although cleanliness ratings remain strong overall. Dining feedback is less consistent than praise for the rooms, with complaints about Gatsby and some tea experiences alongside enthusiastic recommendations. Breakfast and valet parking cost extra. We'd skip it if immaculate modern interiors and reliably excellent dining are essential to your idea of five-star luxury.

  • Best for: couples who prefer traditional hotels; Yorkville shopping and museum visits; travelers wanting spacious suites

  • Watch out for: some tired finishes and carpets; uneven dining feedback; breakfast and valet parking extra

  • Location: Excellent Yorkville base, a short walk from the ROM, shopping and Bay subway station.

  • Rooms: Generously sized, traditionally decorated suites with large bathrooms; some finishes show wear.

  • Cleanliness: Strong overall guest ratings, with occasional recent criticism of carpets and presentation.

  • Service: Warm, helpful staff are a consistent strength across accommodation reviews.

  • Amenities: Indoor saltwater pool, spa, gym, sauna and afternoon tea.

  • Fees and surprises: Budget separately for breakfast, valet parking, spa treatments and applicable pet fees.

Axel's opinion of Windsor Arms Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

About Windsor Arms Hotel

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 5-star hotel
  • 18 Saint Thomas St, Toronto
  • Guest rating: 4.0/5 on Google from 1,501 reviews (location 4.5/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Union Station: 14 min by taxi · Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport: 36 min by public transport · Toronto Pearson International Airport: 41 min by taxi · Royal Ontario Museum: 5 min walk · Gardiner Museum: 5 min walk · Museum: 5 min walk
  • Hotel policies: Cot: CA$57 per room per stay; Deposit: CA$150 per room per night; Pet deposit: CA$50 per room per stay; Pets: CA$50 per room per stay
  • Amenities: Indoor pool, Hot tub, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center, Spa, Parking, Pet-friendly, Full-service laundry, Accessible, Wi-Fi (free), Business center
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Toronto

Room types

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  • Beds: full double bed

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  • Beds: sofa

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  • Beds: full double bed

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Deluxe Suite (sofa)

1 Bedroom Deluxe Suite (sofa)

Deluxe Single Suite (sofa)

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Double Suite

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)

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Grand Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

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