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Solo Travel · October 202510/10
Hotel Review: The Rex Hotel, Toronto – October 2025 Stay (Toronto Waterfront Marathon)
I stayed at The Rex Hotel in October 2025 while in town for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, and I couldn’t have ...Hotel Review: The Rex Hotel, Toronto – October 2025 Stay (Toronto Waterfront Marathon)
I stayed at The Rex Hotel in October 2025 while in town for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, and I couldn’t have picked a better spot. The location is absolutely perfect — right on Queen Street West, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, shops, and all the downtown attractions. It’s also right on the streetcar line, so getting around the city is super easy. Even better, it was a perfect walking distance to both the marathon start and finish lines, which made race day incredibly convenient.
This is a small, charming gem of a hotel with some of the best prices in Toronto for accommodations. Check-in was quick and friendly. The rooms are simple but well cared for, and the entire building was spotlessly clean. I had hot water every time I needed it, the TV worked perfectly, the bed was comfortable, and the air conditioning kept the room cool even during warm afternoons.
It’s true that there’s no elevator, just stairs, but since the building is only a few floors high, it’s not an issue at all — much easier than navigating a massive high-rise.
Here are a few extra things I loved:
Live music every night in the downstairs jazz bar – fantastic atmosphere without being too noisy upstairs.
Friendly, welcoming staff who genuinely seemed to enjoy their work and offered great local recommendations.
Excellent breakfast options at the connected café – perfect pre-race fuel.
Secure entry and a cozy, safe vibe even late at night, which made the stay feel comfortable and relaxed.
Overall, The Rex Hotel exceeded expectations for a boutique, budget-friendly stay in the heart of Toronto. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city — especially runners coming for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon!Show More
