IC Toronto or IC Toronto Centre
Sep 24, 2008, 3:20 pm
#61
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Sep 24, 2008, 3:36 pm
#62
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And also..
Yorkville and the Bay-Bloor intersection. If you pine for architecture that may (or may not
remind you of Edinburgh and Glasgow, take a walk around the U/T campus and Queen's Park.
"TO" (tee oh) is a wonderfully, culturally diverse city. Here's hoping the weather isn't rainy--as it can be--, but is bright and crisp--as it can be-- and that you can content yourself with just walking around.
If you hadn't made a hotel selection I'd have suggested Dundonald House, our fave B&B, an historical residence where we stay on our regular visits to "T'ronna." Say hello to the proprietors from me if you visit.
Happy travels!
remind you of Edinburgh and Glasgow, take a walk around the U/T campus and Queen's Park. "TO" (tee oh) is a wonderfully, culturally diverse city. Here's hoping the weather isn't rainy--as it can be--, but is bright and crisp--as it can be-- and that you can content yourself with just walking around.
If you hadn't made a hotel selection I'd have suggested Dundonald House, our fave B&B, an historical residence where we stay on our regular visits to "T'ronna." Say hello to the proprietors from me if you visit.
Happy travels!
Jun 14, 2009, 3:48 pm
#64
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Resurrecting this old thread
I'm looking to book a few nights starting boxing day then getting across to Niagara for NYE. Is there an updated consensus on which hotel to stay in or do I take the point slut approach and compare & contrast?
Any updated views would be appreciated.
Jono
Any updated views would be appreciated.
Jono
Jun 14, 2009, 4:57 pm
#65
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Both hotels are very good (and are 4 km far eachothers)
IC Toronto Dowtown
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Convenient to visit the south part of the town
Large indoor pool
Great executive suites (large, very nicely decorated)
Nice club lounge
Great views
Excellent service
Airport bus stops in front the hotel
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Some say that it looks too much the CP it was before. I don't think so
IC Toronto Yorkville
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Boutique hotel with intimate atmosphere
Elegant rooms
Just in front the Royal Ontario Museum, and a few meters from the chic boutiques
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No pool, no club lounge
IC Toronto Dowtown
+
Convenient to visit the south part of the town
Large indoor pool
Great executive suites (large, very nicely decorated)
Nice club lounge
Great views
Excellent service
Airport bus stops in front the hotel
-
Some say that it looks too much the CP it was before. I don't think so
IC Toronto Yorkville
+
Boutique hotel with intimate atmosphere
Elegant rooms
Just in front the Royal Ontario Museum, and a few meters from the chic boutiques
-
No pool, no club lounge
Last edited by nicolas75; Jun 14, 2009 at 5:11 pm
Jun 15, 2009, 2:42 pm
#67
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Big thumbs up to money_opp and nicolas75 for the prompt and tres informative responses. I think the only way to do the city justice is to have a stint in both - just hope the girlfriend agrees 
Jul 5, 2009, 3:21 pm
#68
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We always stay in the downtown (Front Street) during our annual visit because it has the pool and club lounge. Was it not the Yorkville hotel that was formerly a CP?
The Yorkville hotel is in a great location for eating, drinking and shopping, so it certainly has some pluses
Jul 5, 2009, 4:06 pm
#69
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IC downtown is also near the waterfront for the Summer. It is near the hip Queen St. W. for shopping and near King St. W. for entertainment. It is not boring like downtown U.S. cities and is within walking distance to many exciting restaurants, shopping, night clubs, and tourist attractions.
IC Yorkville is near the upscale shopping district and ROM as well as very nice restaurants and night clubs. It is near some of the other luxury hotels such as Four Seasons, Hazelton, etc.
Both are interesting locations but very different flavor.
If you want to experience downtown Toronto then stay in IC downtown, especially if it is lower in rates. Stay in IC Yorkville if upscale shops is your thing.
IC Yorkville is near the upscale shopping district and ROM as well as very nice restaurants and night clubs. It is near some of the other luxury hotels such as Four Seasons, Hazelton, etc.
Both are interesting locations but very different flavor.
If you want to experience downtown Toronto then stay in IC downtown, especially if it is lower in rates. Stay in IC Yorkville if upscale shops is your thing.
Jul 5, 2009, 9:31 pm
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Nope, the Yorkville property was a purpose-built IC, the first in Toronto. The Front Street IC was built and owned by CN Hotels and operated as their flagship Toronto property under the name l'Hotel. When that company was taken over by CP Hotels (now Fairmont) it was sold and rebranded as the CP. A few years later it was upgraded to an IC.
Jul 6, 2009, 8:52 am
#71
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We are staying three nights at the end of August at the IC Downtown. I wanted to do both, but wife didn't want to pack up and move. I'll report back.
But one question. This will be my first stay at an IC property. Should I expect PC Platinum to get me anything there? Thanks.
But one question. This will be my first stay at an IC property. Should I expect PC Platinum to get me anything there? Thanks.
Jul 6, 2009, 9:58 am
#72
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We are staying three nights at the end of August at the IC Downtown. I wanted to do both, but wife didn't want to pack up and move. I'll report back.
But one question. This will be my first stay at an IC property. Should I expect PC Platinum to get me anything there? Thanks.
But one question. This will be my first stay at an IC property. Should I expect PC Platinum to get me anything there? Thanks.
From the FAQ's on the Ambassador website:
As an InterContinental Ambassador, will I receive the same benefits at all brands of InterContinental Hotels Group hotels?
No, Ambassador benefits apply exclusively at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. However, Priority Club Rewards member status and benefits apply to all brands of IHG hotels.
I was surprised to see this statement.
mxm135
Jul 6, 2009, 10:25 am
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Aug 8, 2009, 5:31 am
#75
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Superior or Deluxe room?
I am about to book three nights using points at the IC Toronto Centre, the room options are either a superior or a deluxe room.
What is the difference and which type would be the best room? PC Platinum only, no Amb or RA.
Thanks.
Steve
What is the difference and which type would be the best room? PC Platinum only, no Amb or RA.
Thanks.
Steve