Central Waterfront Travel Guide

Toronto

An ice skating rink with people skating, surrounded by modern buildings and a brick building labeled "The Power Plant".
A city skyline with a prominent tower, a large tree, and a building with a sign.
A waterfront with a bridge, boats, and tall buildings including a tower.
A marina at sunset with several sailboats docked, reflecting in calm waters, surrounded by buildings and trees.
A waterfront boardwalk with a covered seating area and a Ferris wheel in the background.

Stay near popular Central Waterfront attractions

A waterfront with a large ferry named Ste. Marie I, people sitting on benches, and a sailboat in the background.

Harbourfront Centre

8.8/10 (1,130 reviews)
Enjoy concerts and dance performances, food festivals and art exhibitions, at this multipurpose entertainment center situated on Toronto’s waterfront.
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Things to do

Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Entry Ticket

Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Entry Ticket

฿1,094
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Entry Ticket
Toronto: Casa Loma Entry Ticket

Toronto: Casa Loma Entry Ticket

฿1,063
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Toronto: Casa Loma Entry Ticket
Art Gallery of Ontario: General Admission

Art Gallery of Ontario: General Admission

฿709
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Art Gallery of Ontario: General Admission
Picture 1 for Activity Ripley's Aquarium of Canada: Sharks After Dark Entry Ticket

Ripley's Aquarium: Sharks After Dark Entry (After 5PM)

฿1,094
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ripley's Aquarium: Sharks After Dark Entry (After 5PM)
Toronto: Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Cruise and/or Journey

Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour + Boat & Behind Falls Entry

฿2,060
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour + Boat & Behind Falls Entry
Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket

Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket

฿799
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Hockey Hall of Fame Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Central Waterfront

The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto

The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto

4 out of 5
1 Harbour Sq Toronto ON
The price is ฿8,487 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿8,487
฿10,165 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,310 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

3.5 out of 5
249 Queen's Quay West Toronto ON
The price is ฿8,472 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿8,472
฿10,148 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,243 reviews)
"Nice pool, great view for breakfast, friendly staff. The AC didn’t work in our first room and the fridge didn’t work in our second room but they comped me some of our charges because our food got wasted in fridge at least"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W Toronto ON
The price is ฿6,123 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿6,123
฿7,334 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Fairmont Royal York

Fairmont Royal York

4 out of 5
100 Front St West Toronto ON
The price is ฿8,723 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿8,723
฿10,449 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Toronto. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8,467 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Fairmont Royal York
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street Toronto ON
The price is ฿6,359 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿6,359
฿7,617 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,296 reviews)
"Credit to start with the negatives then the positives because they can’t impact the decision to go and stay there right now. The biggest issue is the roadworks on Carlton Street and the fact that we weren’t told that the parking was actually on Wood Street so we spent a lot of time effort and frustration ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites

Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites

3.5 out of 5
175 Wynford Drive Toronto ON
The price is ฿3,995 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿3,995
฿4,785 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.6/10 Good! (6,782 reviews)
"Air condition too noisy all the time"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Toronto Don Valley Hotel and Suites
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Where to stay in Central Waterfront

Find the best Central Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A row of international flags in front of a historic building with ornate architecture.

Downtown Toronto

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.

A modern building with a unique angular design, illuminated at dusk.
Photo by Leo Li
Open Photo by Leo Li

North York

Travellers love North York for its popular shops, and you can see more of Toronto by jumping on the metro at Sheppard West Station or Wilson Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Rogers Stadium.

A nighttime city street with a moving train, illuminated buildings, and a sign for the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Toronto Entertainment District

Travellers choose Toronto Entertainment District for its popular aquarium. Hop aboard the metro at Spadina Ave at Bremner Blvd North Side Stop or Spadina Ave at Front St West North Side Stop and check out top sights like Rogers Centre.

A pedestrian bridge with a white arch structure, surrounded by tall buildings and greenery.

Etobicoke

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Etobicoke. Spend some time visiting top spots like Sherway Gardens, and catch the metro at Islington Station or Royal York Station to see more of the area.

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a small island, and calm waters at sunset.
Photo by ‎‎‎‎‎‎Princess Garcia
Open Photo by ‎‎‎‎‎‎Princess Garcia

Scarborough

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Scarborough. Spend some time visiting top spots like Scarborough Town Centre, and catch the metro at Scarborough Centre Station or McCowan Station to see more of the area.

Central Waterfront Travel Guide