One King West Hotel, Toronto Canada
For a glimpse of Canada’s broad history, stay at the One King West Hotel in Toronto, Canada. Nearly 100 years old, the property opened in 1914 as the Dominium Bank before it was transformed into a hotel in 2005. By mixing historic elements with a sleek finish, the hotel maintains a rich history.
Carried by 19 horses, the bank’s original vault is now used as an event space. More history is preserved in another event space where tables once used for deposit slips have been touched up, as well as a former teller’s counter, which is now the longest bar in Toronto at 100 feet long. All of these, along with brass finishes and marble floors and staircases have turned the Canadian hotel into a spot adored by movie scouts. Blockbusters including Hulk, Red, Max Payne and 10,000 Black Men have all been filmed inside.
All this history is tastefully integrated in the modern scenery, mixing elegance and class with convenience and functionality. Located in the Downtown Corridor, the hotel is close to the historic district, harbor, plenty of shopping, entertainment as well as the Subway. Other amenities include: full kitchens, lobby business center, a unique rooftop fitness center, pool, sauna and hot tub.
When it comes to dining at the hotel, you can opt for in room service or visit the Bistro on King in the hotel lobby where you’ll find an international variety of dishes. Henri’s Bar will offer you the finest sprits, wine and beer for you to enjoy a drink any time of day.
Whether you are looking for a classy and highly functional event space to organize a conference or your wedding or you are just visiting the city and you want to get a touch of Toronto’s oldest history while enjoying yourself in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, The One King West Hotel is the place to go.
Room rates: $149 to $649 (Peak Season)
1 King Street West
Toronto, ON
416-548-8100
This will be a good place for at least a night in Toronto, so long as I don’t spend a lot between Arizona and Ontario, while en route.