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Top 15 Cool and Unusual Hotels in Toronto

Toronto’s creative spirit and cosmopolitan energy shine through in its ever-evolving hotel scene. I spent a year living in the city, staying in everything from stylish boutique hideaways in historic buildings to sleek, design-forward stays with skyline views — and I’ve narrowed it down to my personal favorite 15…

My photo of my hotel stay near Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal taken summer 2024

Top 15 Cool and Unusual Hotels in Montreal

From my many visits, I found that Montreal’s creative spirit shines through its hotels too. From boutique hideaways in Old Montreal to Insta-worthy sleek modern towers with rooftop views, here are the one-of-a-kind places I loved staying at in the city…