The Annex

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near University of Toronto - St. George Campus

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Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Signature Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Signature Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 290 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Toronto

Downtown Toronto stay.Your stay at this Downtown Toronto hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Toronto - St. George Campus and Casa Loma. Trinity Bellwoods Park and CF Toronto Eaton Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Toronto - St. George Campus - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Casa Loma - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • CF Toronto Eaton Centre - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rogers Centre - 8 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • CN Tower - 10 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Future Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crafty Coyote - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Victory Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tranzac - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wild Hearts Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Annex

3.5-star hotel 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 is 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 comforters, and premium bedding. This Toronto hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPad

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 lbs 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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The Annex Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Annex to the airport?

The Annex is 2.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Annex have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Annex.

How close is The Annex to the beach?

This hotel is 2.9 mi (19-min drive) from Hanlan's Point Beach and 8.3 mi (24-min drive) from Woodbine Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Annex offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Annex, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 5 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Annex?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Woodbine (23-min drive) and Woodbine Racetrack (25-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Annex?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Annex?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Annex have a pool?

The Annex does not have a pool.

Does The Annex have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Annex have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Annex to downtown Toronto?

The Annex is 1.5 mi away from Toronto.

The Annex Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

dany

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Usually the property is quite clean and good. But recently it is less
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Chao chang

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

review

Great location and beautifully designed. Some elements are starting to show their age and could use from TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Madeleine

A charming boutique hotel with a lovely staff in a great location. People should know there is no elevator ( tho the staff was very helpful with our suitcases). Some design flaws in our room: you have to walk thru the shower to get to the toilet (potentially slippery ), overhead nightlights high up and hard to reach the switch, interior steps in the room that require attentive walking. No closet or drawer space. One side of the bed (very comfortable otherwise) against the wall. Overall chic, welcoming, but some impractical features in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carole

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

10/10 Excellent

carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl, Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
During the day, The Annex area is quirky and interesting with tonnes of very good graffiti art. But, there was no place close or open for breakfast and I’m not sure I’d want to stray too far from the hotel after dark. But there are tonnes of restaurants nearby for dinners.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At no fault of the hotel, others staying on our floor were very loud at night. Found some garbage left behind in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew BOB

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ian Kent

Beautiful rooms and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kemo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really.love the cool vibe if this hotel So easy toncheck in and out. Staff are great! Love the bar and lounge area, record player and records in room. Lots of space and natural light. Lovely toiletries. The only thing better would be some sort of parking deal closer, more than 2 thin towels in the room, a steamer or iron in the closet, and netter shower ( it was constantly hit and cold and leaked into the bathroom). But we would stay here again in a minute! Location is so great for subway, restaurants, etc
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I came, the people at the front desk were very helpful. Somebody offered to bring one of my bags up to my room. And then when I went to my room, unfortunately the sink was clogged and somebody came right away to fix it and my room ended up being really great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Geneviève

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025