Frommer's Review
The Four Seasons is famous as the favored haunt of many visiting celebrities. The Rolling Stones call it home in Toronto, and during the Toronto International Film Festival every September, you can't get in here for love or money. The hotel, in the ritzy Yorkville district, has earned a reputation for offering fine service and complete comfort. While not even close to being the largest hotel in the city, the building -- with its myriad ballrooms, meeting rooms, and restaurants -- is Byzantine. It's easy to get lost inside (I've done it myself).
Even if you do get lost, it's an interesting place. The public areas are decorated like a French parlor, with marble floors and dramatic floral arrangements. Once you make it to your room, you'll find that while it may tend to be on the small side (a standard model is only about 30 sq. m/323 sq. ft.), it's well designed and easy on the eye. Corner rooms have charming balconies -- all the better to appreciate street scenes. The formal dining room, Truffles, is a Toronto institution. The second-floor Studio Cafe is a favorite with the business crowd; its menu features many health-conscious, low-fat dishes. The Avenue bar is a perfect perch for people-watching; it overlooks Yorkville Avenue.
Facilities:
2 restaurants; 2 bars/lounges; indoor/outdoor pool; health club; Jacuzzi; bike rental; concierge; weekday courtesy limo to downtown; business center; 24-hr. room service; massage; babysitting; same-day laundry service/dry cleaning
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
