W Hotel Brings Hip Luxury To Toronto's Yonge & Bloor

Toronto's burgeoning hotel scene took another step forward yesterday with the opening of W Hotel Toronto in the heart of the city's downtown. After more than three years of renovation and reinvention, the former Marriott Toronto Bloor Yorkville has been completely transformed and elevated.

The Public School is the street-facing cafe at W Hotel Toronto, located at one of Canada's busiest intersections.

"From its street art scene and ongoing musical legacy, Toronto is a natural fit for W Hotels," said Benoit Racle, VP of brand management, W Hotels Worldwide. "Our unassuming, playful interpretation of luxury is poised to make W Toronto a regular stop for those living and working in Toronto as well as the perfect place for an out-of-town guest to revel in the city like a local."

The 'Wonderful Room' is the entry level category at W Hotel Toronto. The bright, well-designed space features the W Signature Bed, a seating area, Nespresso machine and minibar space. One panel controls drapes, lighting and temperature. In total, there are 254 rooms and suites.

A seating area and workspace is part of the W Hotel Toronto 'Wonderful Room.'

Guests are invited to mix their own drinks in their rooms at W Hotel Toronto. Recipes are provided.

The seating and dining area at one of two 'Extreme Wow' suites at W Hotel Toronto.

Communal spaces are a big part of the W Hotels philosophy. The Living Room features 'Toronto tapas,' global coffee and tea drinks, house-infused culinary-inspired spirits and sparkling wine.

A rooftop hideaway with indoor and outdoor spaces, the Skylight Lounge features all-day drinks, food and music, with the volume increasing as night falls.

The Skylight lounge at W Hotel Toronto features a wide selection of Mediterranean mezze.

A seafood raw bar is one of the offerings at W Hotel Toronto's Skylight lounge.

The architects of W Hotel Toronto cleverly combined indoor and outdoor spaces, like this patio at the Skylight lounge. There are even 18 'Marvelous Terrace' rooms that feature patio space away from the noise of the city.

A curated art collection is a hallmark of the W Hotel experience, adding beauty and whimsy throughout the property.

Music is constantly in the background at W Hotel Toronto, moving more to the fore as evening turns to night. There's even a professional recording studio available to musicians, podcasters and others.

Being a part of and reflecting the local community is a pillar of W Hotels. Local branded products give guests an opportunity to taste the flavours of Toronto.

Replacing a property that had grown tired in a challenging location, W Hotel Toronto has created a vibrant space where art, music, food, drink and luxury mingle. It's sure to be a hotspot for gatherings and getaways in years to come.