Located close to University of Toronto - St. George Campus and Casa Loma, The Annex provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
In the entertainment district, The Annex is in Downtown Toronto, a walkable area in Toronto with great shopping. Casa Loma and CN Tower are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit CF Toronto Eaton Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rogers Centre or Scotiabank Arena. Guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Bathurst St at Lennox St Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Bathurst Station is 5 minutes. Visit our Toronto travel guide
296 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON, M5S 2M7
What's nearby
University of Toronto - St. George Campus
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Bata Shoe Museum
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Royal Ontario Museum
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Queen's Park
16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Casa Loma
19 min walk - 1.0 mile
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
Paupers Pub
3 min walk
El Furniture Warehouse TO
1 min walk
A&W Restaurant
3 min walk
Sushi On Bloor
2 min walk
About this property
The Annex
Hotel near University of Toronto - St. George Campus
Located close to Casa Loma and Trinity Bellwoods Park, The Annex provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and 2 bars. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
Books, a porter/bellhop, and wedding services
A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and bicycle parking
Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and proximity to public transit
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and iPads, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Tempur-Pedic beds
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
Yes, The Annex allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Annex?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Annex on Nov 23, 2026 start from $169, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Annex?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for CAD 50 (subject to availability).
Where is The Annex located?
Located in Downtown Toronto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Toronto - St. George Campus and Casa Loma. Trinity Bellwoods Park and CF Toronto Eaton Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Bathurst St at Lennox St Stop and Bathurst Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Annex Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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It was great staying here. Good location very central to downtown Toronto and close to the subway. Everything was accessible. Room was really comfortable. I hope to stay here again.
I loved the rooms. The record player was great . Great selection of music. Close to the shoe museum and to great restaurants. Staff were very friendly and accommodating! I wouldn’t go
Anywhere else if I were in Toronto.
Love this stay! The staff is super nice and the place is very clean. Will definitely come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Carly
Sep 29, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location- close to good food and transit. Rooms are spacious and clean, though they could use a little TLC.
The building does not have an elevator, but is only 3 floors. In general, we enjoyed our stay and would stay again for the location and spacious rooms
Everything was great, I really appreciate how friendly and helpful the staff was. The only thing is I think it’s great how community oriented the place is as there were two different events going on the two days I was there so the amenities weren’t as accessible but I don’t fault the property and think it’s good they’re holding events I would just check to with them before booking next time to see if any major events corresponded with my stay. But I would Absolutely stay again!
Room was clean. Temperature was good and beds were very comfortable and there was a fridge. But no t.v., and bathroom was split into a shower and a separate sink and toilet section which made it awkward. No complimentary water.
This place has always been magic to me; tucked behind Bloor Street and so accessible to everything. But what really made it stand out over other places was the staff particularly Lila who is just the consummate host - she made us feel so comfortable and at home through meticulous attention to detail and ensured our stay was simply terrific. How fortunate for the hotel to have someone like this in their employ - and how lucky we were to be made to feel so welcome. Highly recommend this place.
I love staying at the annex. I’ve been there several times as soon as close to my nephew’s place. I feel so comfortable and at home in the rooms and just love the café downstairs.
It’s close to so many wonderful places!
Loved the minimalist look and feel of our room! Clean, bright and spare - in a good way. Staff and guests skew young, but that gives the place nice energy. Surprisingly quiet - well, there was that one night and that one couple ;) No elevator, so might be a challenge for some. Close to Bathurst station, Metro for groceries, Trendy Wash for laundry, and countless cafes and bars.
The Annex was the perfect home base for a few days exploring Toronto. The staff was great, check-in was easy, and the whole place has a cool, low-key vibe. The rooms have exposed brick, record players, and a minimal studio feel.
One heads-up: if you require a high level of bathroom privacy, this might not be your jam. The bathroom/shower setup is pretty open, with glass-door partitions. Totally fine for me, but worth noting depending on who you’re traveling with.
The hotel is located in a really cool neighborhood near the University of Toronto… super walkable, close to lots of public transit options, with tons of great restaurants, local shops, and plenty to explore. Overall, a fun, easy stay in a great part of Toronto.
Great Boutique Hotel - with a loft feel.
Really enjoyed the location - lots of restaurants and bars were walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Marianne
Jan 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, room was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John
Dec 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great little spot, easy check in and out, friendly staff and beautiful room. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
Feb 2, 2026
Impeccably clean rooms, the most comfortable bedding, private
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
janet
Mar 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was comfortable and clean. The area around it has many things to see and do. The on-site restaurant is a bit tired looking, but overall a great spot to stay and take advantage of Toronto amenities