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Cosmopolitan Hotel Toronto
Category: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels
8 Colborne StToronto, ON M5E 1E1
Neighbourhoods: St. Lawrence, Downtown Core
(416) 350-2000
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15 reviews for Cosmopolitan Hotel Toronto
15 reviews in English
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Review from Crystal H.
Vancouver, BC
4/17/2012 3 Check-ins Here
Hello home. With a kitchen, in suite laundry, and turn down service that includes your choice of incense, it's kinda hard not to like it here. I booked a Lotus Room on http://hotels.com. Plenty big enough for me, the room's amenities are what sold me here. glassed in and large shower with Deserving Thyme toiletries, waffled-robes, the coziest, biggest towels, double wall windows and a wrap around balcony (albeit pretty narrow), plus the aforementioned kitchen - complete with cutlery, a dishwasher, and stocked mini-fridge, equaled happiness.
The Cosmopolitan boasts a very central location and friendly staff that say hello to you when you arrive and goodbye when you leave. Wi-fi is not included in third party web rates, but when the deal is good ($110/night in my case) and the wi-fi is $12, it's not so bad. Definitely number one on my list of beds to crash my jet-lagged head on.
(fingers crossed for more deals so I can afford to stay here again and again!) -
Review from Jen B.
Ottawa, ON
4/3/2012
My boyfriend booked this hotel after some recommendations from friends, and we're glad we did! We could have lived in our suite (Tranquility Suite, 24th floor), it was so large. The view was great - you could see the waterfront, the highway, and a lot of downtown.
All the staff was very pleasant, and housekeeping did a great job of tidying up.
It's very close to Eaton Centre, Yonge-Dundas Square, and pretty much everything you want in downtown Toronto.
Breakfast was included with the room, which he had the final morning before we hit the road. Pastries and fresh fruit are the perfect breakfast! Along with all the carbs you want, and fresh juice you can drink.
I definitely recommend this as a place to stay downtown. It's a smaller hotel, which makes it very charming. -
Review from Yvonne T.
3/11/2011
Stayed here over the Christmas holidays and services were a bare minimum because it was a statutory holiday. Can't blame them for that. The hotel room was reminiscent of a bachelor apartment with very trendy furnishings. The bed was absolutely heavenly to sleep on. The sheets were soft, and the pillows were sink-in-to-bed goodness!
The room itself was a bit small, and we had a corner room (usually these are bigger) but that is forgiveable considering the cost of real estate in the area.
There are lots of great restaurants nearby, and the St. Lawrence Market is just around the corner. It is a nice boutique hotel. The front desk staff honoured the CAA rate despite the fact that I neglected to bring my membership card.Listed in: The Best of Toronto, Second Home in Toronto
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Review from Char C.
Toronto, ON
3/13/2011 2 photos
Probably one of the best hotels I've been in, in Toronto. The rooms are not HUGE but they're no royal york either, the service was decent as well, we had a few issues and they took care of them relatively quickly.
We ordered a package and they actually forgot to put everything together so the hotel staff gave us a free bottle of champagne. It would've been nice if there was a free bottle of champagne and everything had been set but that's ok. There was a piece of chocolate in this package that I search for everyday of my life but cant find. It's a triangle chocolate piece of god!
The view is cute, nothing amazing...but I had a north facing view I cant remember if there were rooms for a south facing view. The bed....was ahh omg so cozy. I dont think i've slept as well as I did in this bed...
The location is good for tourist, its easy to get to everything including eaton centre, CN tower etc. For the price, in relation to the cost of everything else in Toronto this place has decent value.
Cost: 1 room, $340 (Package 2 nights).
Would I Go Again: Yes...Maybe -
Review from Erin K.
11/28/2011
Bought the room on a group discount site and so I was prepared to be put in whatever iteration of their worst room would be. I was not. Instead I had a suite with a little kitchen with pots and pans, and even a washer dryer. So cute! My husband and I agreed we've lived in much smaller apartments. The staff was welcoming and professional. The front desk guy was even awake and cheerful when I got back at 3 am! We would have appreciated free wifi and a free cup of coffee in the morning instead of having to pay for a whole breakfast we didn't want while we waited for the valet to bring-up our car. But, we had a big room in downtown Toronto that was clean, smelled good and didn't cost a fortune. We'd definitely go back. And bring our dirty clothes!
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Review from Nora Y.
3/4/2011
This is my favorite hotel to stay at when I come up to Toronto with work. The service is excellent, they always remember my name and are very helpful with any of my requests. This is a boutique hotel so it is farily quiet. The rooms are large (size is bigger than my nyc apt!) with a seperate kitchen area and living room space with a desk.
Location is great, very close to all the banks in the area and a couple of good after work places to eat and drink. -
Review from Bryan W.
8/17/2010
Reading all the entusiastic posts for Cosmopolitan Hotel, I want to give it 4 stars, but in truth it did not blow me away. It just wasn't right for me, but before I explain why it wasn't the right place for me let me tell you why it might be the right place for you.
Reason #1 - You appreciate good service. The front desk staff was attentive and responsive. I felt welcome and taken care of by the staff.
Reason #2 - You like to cook and having a kitchen while you're on vacation is important to you. You'll love being within 5 minutes away from St. Lawrence Market where you can stock your in room kitchen with fresh produce, meat, and grains from the fantastic market.
Reason #3 - You have enough money to enjoy Shizen Spa while you're staying at Cosmopolitan. I wasn't able to take advantage of the spa as I was spending too much money on restaurants outside the hotel.
Reason #4 - The rooms have balconies that wrap around the room (I was in the cheapest room and had one so I'm assuming all rooms do)
Reason #5 - The bed is luxuriously comfortable.
Reason #6 - Location.
What gives? Why am I only rating Cosmopolitan 3 stars if I have so many good things to say? The primary reason was it missed on my expectations that it would be a yoga centric vibe with a spa atmosphere permeating my room. Yes there is a yoga mat rolled up in the closet. Yes there is a cd playing meditative music when you walk in your room for the first time. Yes there is bamboo on multiple shelves in the room. That's how Fodor's describes it at least. However these characteristics combined with the room layout and slightly worn furniture gave me the impression I was staying in a co-ed dorm vs. a spa. It fell flat for me. I left feeling I would have been better off bidding on a 5-star box hotel on priceline in the same location.
If you have a long term stay in Toronto I'd recommend this place since it has a kitchen. -
Review from Graeham M.
Toronto, ON
5/5/2010 161 Check-ins Here
With its ethereal beauty and Zen like opulence the Cosmopolitan Hotel offers a once in a life time opportunity to enjoy the bustling metropolis of the city, without getting caught up in it. Located on the quaint Colborne St. a plethora of top tier restaurants are at your literal doorstep. The Front Desk staff are known for their knowledgeable and insightful "staff favourite" restaurant selections, which they dispense with enthusiasm and zeal.
You may also wish to consider the oft over looked Eight Wine Bar adjacent to the Hotel lobby. Eight offers a wide selection of vintage and contemporary wines, while also providing Chef inspired starters and mains that will warm the heart and satisfy the palette of even the most discernible of foodies. The Oven Roasted Duck Breast with dupy lentils, curry roasted apples and blueberry gastrique wont do you wrong. The Eight Wine Bar staff, led by "Virgil" with his old world European charm and witty banter, will welcome you with open arms. you will be awed at the intimate service offered by the staff at Eight.
Whether you drive a Pinto or an AMG the Cosmopolitan's prized Valet "Kyle" will handle it with ease, care and professionalism as he navigates this tight back street with the confidence of a stunt car driver.
So whether is a quick meal a romantic get away, a reconciliation or a business excursion the Cosmopolitan Hotel will meet and exceed all your expectations!!!!
They now also have Social Scene Mondays from 9:00pm-1:00am, where one can enjoy House Wines, Steam Whistle and an appetizer menu all for $5.00 -
Review from Lindsey S.
11/10/2009
Stayed here for a long weekend getaway over the summer. It is in a wonderful location, just a block from a subway stop (King) and near the corner of two main roads where you can catch streetcars running in every direction. Very close to major tourist attractions. The hotel itself is on a quieter side street, though, so we didn't hear much of the city noise.
The suites are a good size, although storage space is limited -- just a couple of drawers and a small closet in the hallway. We really enjoyed having the kitchen to keep drinks cold, reheat leftovers, etc. Had we stayed longer, we'd definitely have taken advantage of the stove and done some cooking. The washer/dryer was also nice.
The bathroom has a door with a frosted glass window, which you can see vague shapes through (for example, if someone is sitting or standing at the toilet). This definitely might make some couples or families uncomfortable.
The "zen" theme of the hotel was evident, although for people not particularly interested in that aspect, it wasn't overwhelming. The incense was a nice touch, as was the small fountain in the living room (which could be turned on or off) and the CDs with quiet music. The continental breakfast was not included in the price of the hotel, which was fine since there are coffee shops and fast food restaurants nearby. Parking was also significantly more expensive than nearby garages, and if you don't plan on using your car to drive around the city there is no need to have in/out privileges anyway. We parked in a garage two blocks away for about half the hotel's cost.
Overall, we had a very nice experience, and I'd definitely stay here again for a short trip! For a longer trip, I'd probably choose a more conventional hotel with more storage space. -
Review from Dean L.
Toronto, ON
7/26/2009
This is my favorite hotel in Toronto.
Its a boutique hotel, so you don't get that normal over crowded, stuffy, busy feeling you get in other hotel chains. There are only five rooms per floor, so you get a nice romantic, private, intimate experience.
Its designed to make you feel at home, so you don't have to sacrifice any luxuries you would normally have at home.
In the evening, usually while your out, someone sneaks into your room and leaves you a gourmet fresh fruit platter with chocolate covered strawberries and exotic fruit. Its a really nice touch.
If you want to plan a really cool hotel party, book a suite, you get a full kitchen, (fridge, dishwasher, washer, dryer), so you'll have everything you need to throw a killer party.
And it really doesn't cost more than regular hotels.
Wayyy cool -
Review from Mitch D.
8/7/2008
I love this hotel, you can rent rooms that feel like apartments.
On my last trip, i got a suite, which was a one bedroom apt, for a very competitive rate, costs about same as a regular room at one of the more well known places.
Anyway, it was great. was able to host and have my artist friends over for drinks and keep the night alive after shows at NXNE. Great place, nice hospitality. definitely recommend.
also, if you search on web, you can find some deals there. it's worth it!! -
Review from Cisilia C.
Scarborough, ON
8/28/2011
I booked the cosmopolitan hotel for my valentines day surprise for my ex. The reason this choice won me over was I didnt know if we were cooking for valentines or going out haha. Also, it had a warm home feel. When we entered the hotel it was nice and small then when we arrived in our room it was nice. The view from the balcony was far from nice. There was slight mold in the shower which was kinda disgusting. I booked the valentines day package + massage for two. The valentines day package came with rose petals placed around the room leading to the bedroom, a rose, sparkling wine and chocolate dipped strawberries. The spa was nice we went a little earlier to have some time in the hot tub when we went up to the room for the massage it was basically the hotel room without the furniture haha. My ex enjoyed it so much he fell asleep haha and the lady giving my my massage was irritated with me cause i cant take too much strength cause my pain tolerance is really low but common, its my body. after the massage we were taken back down to the "waiting area: and there were people getting their nails done. they offered us digestive cookies which i love haha and tea which was REALLY good lol but i forgot what it was.
At night after our dinner at vertical the hotel lobby was PACKED with people and they were loud but i believe it was a private event. The breakfast was a disappointment the freshest thing they had was milk and fruits. They had cereal, yogurt, toast and bagel. Cranberry juice, orange juice, coffee, tea, and milk.
When it came to checkout, there was QUITE the line.
But overall our stay was ok. I didnt find it as spectacular as I wanted it to be. -
Review from T.H. J.
6/13/2011
Really good, quiet, clean. For the love of God, though CDN$12 for 24 hours of wireless service? Wake up, people it's 2011. Negotiate free wireless with them when you make a reservation.
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Review from mark f.
5/5/2011
Was great for our 2 day stay in Toronto.
Clean, very new and modern, friendly employees.
Wrap around balcony, fridge, full kitchen in our room.
Right next to King subway stop.
Found online for ~$120/night.
Will definitely go again if in Toronto. Nothing else in the area looked as classy for as good of a price. -
Review from David K.
North Vancouver, BC
2/11/2010
A beautiful and reasonably-priced hotel in the heart of Toronto. Very clean and modern, and quiet (I could barely hear the people in the room above having shrieking sex at 3am). The restaurant is small and intimate and served a nice dinner. My only grudges: the room is underlit, and the meagre breakfast buffet, overseen by an uncaring staff, was pathetic and overpriced.
