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Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

2 stars
89 Avenue Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2G3

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.1
out of 5 30 reviews
avenue road

Very good location. Very helpful staff. Basic amenities, but a good place to stay. See full review

  • bneville
  • Jun 19, 2012
No frills in a great location

I've stayed here twice and I've never had a problem. The room is basic but clean. For Toronto,... See full review

  • OnTheRoader
  • May 31, 2012
Stay where warm service is the standard and high fashion is the rule
Guests at the Howard Johnson Hotel - Downtown Toronto enjoy their well-known friendly service right in the heart of one of Canada's most fashionable neighborhoods. The hip boutiques, charming cafes and innovative art galleries of Bloor-Yorkville surround this comfortable and affordable hotel. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast before starting a day of shopping and sightseeing. In town for business? The Metro Toronto Convention Centre is within easy walking distance. And it's easy to stay productive and connected with free high-speed Internet service.
Highlights
  • Less than a mile from the Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access (in rooms only)
Location
CN Tower, one of Ontario's most-visited attractions, is an easy stroll or quick cab ride away. Don't miss learning the interesting history of Casa Loma or seeing the modern art at MOCCA. Discover a bit of nature in the city with an afternoon in Queens Park or High Park. Of course, Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands offers a spectacular example of nature co-existing with a major urban area. This is also a great location for business, travel with easy access to the business district, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, and complimentary in-room high speed Internet access.
Rooms
Rooms at the Howard Johnson Hotel - Downtown Toronto are clean and well kept, with comfortable furnishings and nice amenities. Find complimentary newspapers at the door in the morning. Enjoy a free breakfast and complimentary in-room high speed Internet access, as well as in-room movies (fees apply) and cable channels.
Features
The Howard Johnson Hotel - Downtown Toronto's friendly and knowledgeable staff helps guests get comfortable and acquainted with the charming Bloor-Yorkville neighborhood. Ask about local attractions for an insider's tour of the city, or venture out to make your own discoveries. Browsing the boutiques, cafes, restaurants and galleries of the immediate neighborhood is a popular activity, and for good reason.
Transportation
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (15.5 mi/25.1 km)
  • Bus stop (in the same block)
  • Subway (0.3 mi/0.6 km)
Attractions
  • Royal Ontario Museum (0.2 mi/0.5 km)
  • Hockey Hall of Fame (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • Air Canada Centre (2.5 mi/4.1 km)
  • Metro Toronto Convention Centre (2.8 mi/4.6 km)
Business
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access (in rooms only)

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Vending machines
Services
ATM/Cash machine
Internet
High-speed internet
Accessibility
Wheel chair access
Room
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Cribs available
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

43.672 -79.3956
Area description
Financial district

Nearby points of interest

  • Yorkville: 0.2 mi
  • Royal Ontario Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Conservatory of Music: 0.3 mi
  • Bata Shoe Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Toronto Public Library: 0.4 mi
  • University of Toronto: 0.6 mi
  • Spandina Historic House: 0.8 mi
  • Casa Loma: 1.1 mi
  • Allan Gardens Conservatory: 1.3 mi
  • The AGO, Art gallery of Ontario: 1.3 mi
  • Pantages Theatre: 1.4 mi
  • Eaton Centre: 1.4 mi
  • Mackenzie House: 1.4 mi
  • The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre: 1.5 mi
  • Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts: 1.6 mi
  • Yorkville: 0.2 mi
  • Royal Ontario Museum: 0.3 mi
  • Royal Conservatory of Music: 0.3 mi
  • Bata Shoe Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Toronto Public Library: 0.4 mi
  • University of Toronto: 0.6 mi
  • Spandina Historic House: 0.8 mi
  • Casa Loma: 1.1 mi
  • Allan Gardens Conservatory: 1.3 mi
  • The AGO, Art gallery of Ontario: 1.3 mi
  • Pantages Theatre: 1.4 mi
  • Eaton Centre: 1.4 mi
  • Mackenzie House: 1.4 mi
  • The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre: 1.5 mi
  • Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts: 1.6 mi
  • Toronto Symphony Orchestra: 1.7 mi
  • Princess of Wales Theatre: 1.8 mi
  • Massey Hall: 1.8 mi
  • National Ballet of Canada: 1.9 mi
  • Hockey Hall of Fame: 2 mi
  • St Lawrence Market: 2 mi
  • CN Tower: 2.1 mi
  • The Air Canada Centre: 2.1 mi
  • Air Canada Centre: 2.1 mi
  • Rogers Centre: 2.2 mi
  • Fort York: 2.3 mi
  • Distillery District: 2.3 mi
  • Harbourfront Centre: 2.4 mi
  • Toronto Music Garden: 2.4 mi
  • Centre Island: 3 mi
  • Toronto Island Park: 3.5 mi
  • High Park: 3.8 mi
  • Ontario Science Centre: 4.2 mi
  • Ashbridge's Bay Park: 4.4 mi
  • Edwards Gardens: 4.7 mi
  • The Beaches: 5 mi
  • Toronto Centre for the Arts: 6.6 mi
  • Scarborough Bluffs: 9 mi
  • Toronto Zoo: 14.5 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (30)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Overall score

3.1 / 5
About the scores
30 out of 30
Amenities:
2.6
Room cleanliness:
3.4
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
4.1
Value:
3.5

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Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Joe Tourist
Rochester, NY
Feb 25, 2013

Downtown TOR

The hotel itself is a little dated, especially the amenities of the rooms. However the price was right and the location is great for the price. It's a block away from the ROM and an easy 5-10 minute drive from the entertainment district.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

bneville
New York
Jun 19, 2012

avenue road

Very good location. Very helpful staff. Basic amenities, but a good place to stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

OnTheRoader
Ontario
May 31, 2012

No frills in a great location

I've stayed here twice and I've never had a problem. The room is basic but clean. For Toronto, though, the price doesn't get any better. The location is perfect and much better than staying east of Yonge Street. I know the city very well and this location has the advantage of being close to the student vibe of the Annex where there are many good bars and restaurants. That's much preferable to being in the Financial District or east of Yonge, which aren't areas conducive to walking and exploring. The front desk staff were incredibly nice. A great value!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Guu Sakebar is a vibrant Japanese Izakaya. The Madison and Pauper's are popular pubs with large rooftop patios. The Victory Café on Markham is a little more homey with a great beer selection, good food, and quiet patio.

Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

bneville
New York
Jan 10, 2012

great location

The location is great and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Exmontrealer
Business
New York, NY
Dec 18, 2011

Terrible experience

Dirty rooms, vagrants in the lobby, unfriendly desk staff..... I visit Toronto frequently, and this was my worst hotel experience in all the years I've been traveling there.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

robodude
Washington, DC
Aug 2, 2011

Unbeatable location for the price

Very convenient. Close to things we wanted to do. Bare-bones amenities but very reasonably priced for that neighborhood. Free wi-fi and coffee 24/7 were a plus.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Anonymous
Michigan-U.S.
Jun 24, 2011

Travel arrangements

I traveled to Toronto due to hospitalization of family member.[...] was aware of my travel purpose and they said that the Howard Johnson was the closest to the hospital for the price I paid. [...] would not tell me how much I was paying per night. I would have stayed at the Chelse Hotel because it was much cheaper due to family hospitalzation (they give a discount for that) and I could have walked to the hospitalization rather than pay expensive taxi transportation from the hotel to Toronto General Hospital. In addition, it is a much nicer hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Anonymous
Detroit, MI
Jun 10, 2011

Just ok...

The room was old and outdated. It look like the 80's. Old tv and no ventilation fan in the bathroom. Not trying to be gross, but there was a white liquid substance dried on the head board. Sorry but it needed to be said. The hotel is in a decent location and it's in the city where you can walk everywhere.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Anonymous
new york
May 31, 2011

good location

The hotel location is very good. The hotel itself is a bit grim. There are marks on the walls. However, the staff are very nice and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Hotel Toronto Yorkville

Reviewer score

3

Would not recommend

Anonymous
Business
Brooklyn, New York
Feb 9, 2011

Feh.

This place was just o.k. Room was big and staff somewhat helpful. The truth is everything was great with one real exception - the breakfast was god awful. If you stay here it's worth going next door to the Whole Foods.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

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