Alexandra Hotel - Toronto

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Great value. Serves the basic purpose in a convenient location.

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Wasn't what I expected from what I saw in the pics. It was a very cheap room but was looking for something a little better. It had a feel to a dorm room and it seemed like people actually lived there. Also, we had to pay extra for parking that didn't have any security out in the lot that was surrounded by 2 alleys. Wish I could of canceled before it […] was too late. Read more

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Its good If you need a place that has easy access to the downtown core. A city with good cheap eats can be made even cheaper with the room's little kitchenette. That is something I really like. My only gripe was the awful scent of the chemical cleaner that flowed in the hallway and the low shower pressure (maybe that had something to do with being on […] te 6th floor). Overall fine for a few days on a budget and if you're not fussy. Read more

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Older but clean hotel, conveniently located near Chinatown for great food and shopping. Friendly staff, plenty of parking spaces, nice and quiet in the evenings. Will stay here again.

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this hotel is in a very bad neighborhood,after getting there we asked to see the room.it had a card table with 2 chairs,an old-old-old couch,and forget the bed.there were four of us(2 couples).we turned around an got out of this flee bag as soon as possible.DO NOT STAY HERE.

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Far off the beaten path. More of a low cost residence for locals.

Genuine Expedia guest review

Albeit not in smack in the middle of downtown, the location is still quite good and everything is in walking distance. Chinatown, Kensington Market and Queen Street's shops and bars are just a few blocks away. Staff was very friendly and the room was clean and well kept. If you're on a tight budget and lack of breakfast is not an issue, I would definitely […] recommend this hotel. Read more

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The place isn't shiny and new, but it is sufficient to stay in and comes at a much cheaper rate than most other area hotels.

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NOT VERY SATISFIED.

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I was visiting Toronto Western which was literally less than 5 minute walk. Maybe 2 blocks the other direction is Queen street with a huge assortment of restaurants and shops. The neighborhood seemed very shabby when I arrived but then, it seemed like all of Toronto is a bit shabby? The airconditioner only works on or off. If it is on, you cannot hear […] the TV. I don't know that there was any 'service' at the hotel except the guy in the office when I checked in. This is a very plain jane kind of place. Read more

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The hotel was in a nice location close to everything. It was a bit old and a tad musty, but everything worked

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The place looks like an extended stay hotel in Midwest, basically a studio with a sink and a 2-burner stove near the bed. Appliances are still hanging on but waiting for someone to put them out of their misery,Room was clean, towels and linens not so much. Neighborhood is classic Chinatown, rather safe due to the lumpen being tired from the day's work, […] and with an army of babushkas from Ming dynasty practicing with the swords in the park. Nice Whole Foods-type grocery one block down, a pharmacy, and a Starbucks (one block down, one left). Tram line nearby. One block down to Queen, where are bars and restaurants, including some with decent vegetarian choices (Everest). Read more

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Hotel had a funky smell. Creaking pipes could be heard all night long. A/C does not have temperature control, so it's either on all night or off. Old hotel- still uses keys for the front door and room door instead of card swipe, could use remodeling. Nice kitchentte in rooms. Good room one night stay

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The Alexandra seems like an old dorm building turned into a hotel. Aside from the out-datedness of the hotel, it was very comfortable and the staff were very pleasant.

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not a luxury place, but great location, clean..

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Very kind Front desk staff. The room was clean and in a good environment. It also has everything needed except the continental breakfast but considering the price. It was worth every bit of my penny.

Genuine Expedia guest review

Basic hotel with affordable rates in downtown Toronto. Nothing fancy and great if you're looking for a place to sleep and shower. Little kitchenette helps if you're on a tight budget. Inexpensive, on-site parking available. Stayed in their sister hotel The Drake two years ago and was glad to be back. Close to China Town and the gallery district. Walkable […] to just about anywhere in downtown Toronto. Quiet. Would definitely stay there again on my next trip to Toronto. Read more

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This hotel is in a pretty convenient spot. Rates are almost hostel prices but you get a kitchenette with two burners (only one burner worked) and microwave, limited cooking equipment, private bathroom and free internet. The bed was a bit uneven so it was a little uncomfortable. The place was quiet. Check in and check out was good. Nice staff. The hallway […] smelled like Vietnamese food and the room a bit like a dental surgery. For the price it's not bad. I would recommend it for a couple of nights but it feels more like a hostel than a hotel. Read more

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very good location, room was small, but we used it only to sleep in so it was perfect for us!

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Not the worst hotel I ever stayed at but but the best either. Was very convenient to downtown.. Reasonable price. Entrance way could have been cleaned up from dropping from tree located near by. Would probably not choose this hotel if visiting Toronto in the future.

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We loved the convenience and locale of the property. It feels like an apartment building or hostel much more than a hotel. It is on a dead end which makes it pretty quiet (on one side of the hotel there is a school and park so there can be noise from that). I was stuck in a smoking room the first night which I really didn't like. The room was also very […] 'tired' and reeked like the inside of an ashtray. I was moved the next day to a much nicer room (sunnier and in better shape, and no stale cig smell). For the price it was nice. I only wished I'd packed a fan for white noise as the hall doors are very thin. Nice staff. Would I stay here again? Depends on my budget. Read more

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The room was very clean, personel (lady at the desk) was very nice, very quiet. Very outdated room, needs major reno, air conditioning made noise, room not appealing at all. A bit far to walk for my hospital apoitments but not too bad.

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I don't even know where to begin, do not stay here, it's a dirty smelly college dorm converted into a cheap hostel motel, its horrible, heed my warning

Genuine Expedia guest review

...and that's not a bad thing! I feel that my stay at the Alexandra was exactly what I paid for and expected. The room was clean and neat and included a kitchenette, which helped me save money on food. I recommend this hotel if you are on a budget but want to be close to downtown Toronto. I was no more than a few blocks walk from the streetcars and […] the Kensington Market. Read more

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I have come to Toronto for the last 6 years for TIFF and have always stayed at the Alexandra hotel; however I have noticed the change in the transportation in the evenings... with a short walk through a park with the same name the visitor can catch a street car to anywhere in the city. However, if you are out late at night the transportation schedule […] changes and is less available. Timing your return to the hotel is a must because of the walk involved. The park at night is a bit dark and sometimes occupied by the homeless. The nice option of taxis can remove this concern. Parking in the city is very expense and taking mass transit is always an expense to factor in when visiting Toronto and the Alexandra hotel does have a parking fee that is far less than most hotels in the area. Another added feature of this hotel is its apartment style. All rooms come with a small kitchette (microwave, mini refrigerator, electric burners, sink, cabinets with a small supply of plates, cups and utensils) I always bring a supply of instant oatmeal and tea and my breakfast is taken off the expense. Also for a refundable deposit a coffee maker, alarm clock OR iron can be supplied. I have always felt like the rooms have been maintained with routine cleaning. The staff is very friendly and eager to help with all inquires. One slightly negative feature is the plum tree mess at the entrance. Though the fragrance is amazing, the plums on the sidewalk creates an obstacle course to get around for those with pricy heels. I have never personally found it to be an issue but I would imagine some might be wary with first impressions. Don't let this stop you from checking out it's many features. One newer update to this hotel is the wireless internet option. This is new to the hotel and made access to work through the internet possible without a cable (past years). This makes all of the newer readers and smart phones technology just that much easier. If you are a budget conscious consumer and are Read more

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Very helpful at the front desk. Nicely located. Thanx a bunch.

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This hotel works because of its location to transpotation and that it is close to many venues. It works because you can bring food with you and this saves money. I would stay there again.

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All the time when iam travel to toronto,i make a reservation for this hotel..... I like so muchhhhhhhhhhhhh and my family to.

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Is good

Genuine Expedia guest review

And shockingly good value. It was about a 15 minute walk to the convention center; but at 1/3 the price and with a far more fun neighborhood it was great!

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This hotel rated at 1 1/2 stars. Really less than a 1/2. Poor amenities. Things didn't work.

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This hotel may be one of the cheapest hotels of downtown Toronto but I and my wife stayed 2 nights there and did not like it. Hotel is not in a very safe neighbourhood, room was dirty, furnitures were very old, airconditioninig device was not working properly. We can not recommend this hotel.

Genuine Expedia guest review

We stayed here as it was right up the street from a club we were going to for the night. If you're hitting the clubs on Queen Street West, or you're just looking for an inexpensive room, this is it. Nothing fancy here, but they do have kitchenettes and utensils. Chinatown is within walking distance, as well. Melissa and I found a really nice French […] cafe to grab brunch at the following day, The Boulevard Cafe. Overall, it was exactly what we needed, a room close to where we were going to. We would definitely stay there again. Read more

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Not bad, really. I needed a place to stay that was close-ish to downtown Toronto and could not afford the downtown prices. I chose to stay at Alexandra Hotel after reading a few reviews. The hotel itself is ok. It's a bit old and rundown. The elevator does door doesn't close unless you press the old fashion button that says "close" and won't go anywhere […] unless you push your desired floor. They also use REAL keys still! The room was cozy. Nothing fancy but it contained everything I need and some tiny perks that made my stay a bit nicer. For example, there were extra blankets in the closet. The closet was a decent size. I stayed on the 6th floor, which is the top floor I believe and I had a nice view of the park outside. The room had a mini fridge, mini microwave, sink, desk, couch, queen size bed, heating and a/c. The hotel has wireless which I didn't expect but was pleasantly surprised. The bathroom was clean and had 3 body towels- which were a bit on the small side and 2 washcloths. There was also a washer/dryer located on my floor. The iron is communal and is located in the washroom. A hairdryer was available at the front desk for a $10cn deposit- which was refunded at the end of my stay. Otherwise, the hotel is located about 4 blocks from Chinatown and Kensington Market- less if you cut through the park. It's also located near clubs so if you like nightlife there is plenty to do or people to watch on Fri./Sat. nights. Also, the hotel is located a few blocks from the fashion district. It's a bit like Melrose Bl. in Hollywood with many eclectic clothing shops. The area around the park by the hotel gets a bit shady at night I think but I didn't see anything particularly disturbing myself. It was between $10-$15 CN to take a taxi downtown. I took taxi's to and from downtown and walked all throughout downtown but I think you could walk to downtown in about 20-30 min. Finally, I'd like to say that the staff at the hotel were really quite nice. They offered plent Read more

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It was this or the 401....far away Excellent location close to downtown, especially if there is a HUGE convention in town. Very nice & helpful desk staff. Accommodation plain, rustic, and old.....but adequate for an overnight bed... Internet excellent... Not a great room...but happy to have found it in full Toronto.

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The room smelled very very badly like cigarette smoke. It was very hard to sleep with that strong odor. Besides the dirty carpet (but I assume it is quite normal in an old hotel room), everything else was clean. The location is not amazing and the street is quite scary at night. It is clearly a cheap hotel and you get what you pay for. The free wireless […] internet was a great plus. Read more

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I was not surprised by the condition of the hotel since I had read reviews. I selected the Alexandra for the location and price, and since it was a last minute reservation I didn't have a lot of choices. It was very convenient, not very clean. But it worked for a couple of nights. Hotel staff was helpful, not extremely friendly. The halls smelled like […] smoke but the room was not too bad. Read more

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The Alexandria is very close to Kensington Market and downtown Toronto, in a quiet neighborhood. Queen street shopping is a short walk away. It is a no frills hotel - we are no frills people. Staff was very helpful, room was clean, parking was available. Location is better for us than anywhere else in Toronto. The neighbor hood gardens are a joy to […] see on walks. Read more

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Nous avons été enchantés de notre séjour à l'hôtel Alexandra pour les raisons suivantes: Très calme et dans la verdure Proche du centre Kitchnette bien pratique Baignoire plutôt que douche Buanderie à disposition Excellent rapport qualité-prix. Il est peu probable que nous revenions une fois à Toronto (nous habitons en Suisse), mais nous ne manquerons […] pas, le cas échéant, de faire de la publicité pour votre établissement. Best regards Jane-Marie Nussbaumer Read more

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I would not take my wife and younger children to this hotel. We got what we paid for

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