The Annex

3.5 star property
Hotel with bars, near University of Toronto - St. George Campus

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Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Restaurant
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
296 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON, M5S 2M7
  • University of Toronto - St. George Campus
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Casa Loma
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • CN Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Tempur-Pedic bed
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Tempur-Pedic bed
Down duvet
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Tempur-Pedic bed
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Tempur-Pedic bed
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Tempur-Pedic bed
Down duvet
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Toronto

At The Annex you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like University of Toronto - St. George Campus and Royal Ontario Museum. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Downtown Toronto hotel include Casa Loma and Queen Street West.

What's nearby

  • University of Toronto - St. George Campus - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Ontario Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Casa Loma - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rogers Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • CN Tower - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Bathurst St at Lennox St Stop - 5 min walk
  • Bloor Station - 6 min drive
  • Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paupers Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lee's Palace & the Dance Cave - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sushi on Bloor - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Future Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crafty Coyote - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Annex

Hotel with bars, near University of Toronto - St. George Campus
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Annex. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This 3.5-star Toronto hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1902
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Annex offers 24 accommodations with iPads and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. This Toronto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CAD 24 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: CAD 5 to 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1902
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPad

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 5 to 20 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 24 per day (100 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Annex Hotel Toronto
Annex Toronto
The Annex Hotel
The Annex Toronto
The Annex Hotel Toronto

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Annex?

The Annex offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Annex?

The closest beach to The Annex is Sugar Beach (4.1 km).

What makes The Annex a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Annex.

Is The Annex family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Annex is a hit with families.

Does The Annex serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors adore the continental brekkie here! Offered daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Annex?

No, The Annex does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Annex?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Annex's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Annex?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Annex?

Dogs are welcome at The Annex, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet.

The Annex Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 688 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

You don’t need to stay in a chain hotel. This place is close to everything, it’s clean and there’s plenty of parking for a fee. Beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tatyana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s stylish, it’s cute, the check in and check out process is easy and the staff is lovely. The air in the room is a little too dry and too warm for my liking, but I was able to adjust the temperature before going to sleep. Great option if you are going out in the area. Does it worth $300/night?! Provably not…but everything costs an outrageous amount these days and you gotta pay people to run it. I have stayed here twice now and will likely do so again. It is a great option in the Annex neighbourhood!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The speakers and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just okay. You get what you pay for. Cleanliness was subpar, the rooms feel like a DIY job of low quality, yet trendy carpentry - think plywood with exposed heads of deck screws throughout the room. Ceiling paint is flaking off in the bathroom. No elevator. I was disturbed while I was sleeping by an attendant knocking repeatedly at my door who needed to replace batteries in my door lock mechanism. The walls have poor sound-proofing, which I attribute to the older building. I could hear a family in the hotel either next door, or beneath me - every single word of their conversation. Furthermore, I could hear footsteps in the hallway all hours, even with my headphones in the vibrations of footsteps could be felt. It’s suitable for a short stay, and if attention to detail and cleanliness doesn’t matter too much.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan, Peterborough

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Annex was chosen for convenience. I think it is overpriced for what you get. The bed is comfy, the fan for the heat was the loudest I have ever heard(several complaints in past on this). There is no heat in the shower, which also has a toilet - unique. They charged us for someone else bar items, and offered no apology. They did refund that part after an investigation, but expectation would be drinks on them for this inconvenience. I would not recommend, but if you come, bring ear plugs, and don't expect much friendliness from staff. SC
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinlong

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Unique, fun, excellent couples weekend hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaren

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really just lived this oasis. Such nice folks abound!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaren

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

The hotel is well located near many cafes and cute bookstores. The staff are friendly and answer to your needs quickly. The beds are very comfortable! I do recommend staying on the upper level if you want it to be more quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing opportunity to be here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shaoning

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025