EDITOR’S CHOICE
I didn’t think anything would be able to top our free night at the Park Hyatt this summer, but I admit, I was quite impressed with the Hilton. I’ve never stayed at a Hilton hotel before. The only reason I stayed there this summer was because I was heading to Toronto with a couple of girlfriends and we wanted a nice five-star hotel to bunk down in.
I bid on a downtown Toronto hotel on Priceline and that’s where I was placed. So I guess I have Priceline to thank for a great stay in Toronto and for turning me on to Hilton Hotels.
Our room was great, the service was impeccable, and I loved my stay there. I really enjoyed the modern ambiance of the hotel. The lobby was huge with lots of wood, glass, beautiful lights and tasteful decorations that really made the whole area feel very welcoming.
We were all impressed with the scenic elevator. We whisked our way to the top floor for a great view of downtown Toronto. After we viewed downtown Toronto from a birds-eye view, we headed out into the streets. The location of the Hilton is ultra-convenient. Toronto’s main attractions: the CN Tower, the entertainment, fashion, theater, and financial districts, even the Four Seasons Center of Performing Arts are all within walking distance.
Our room was tastefully decorated with large, comfortable beds and extra dark blinds that plunge the room into darkness when it’s time to sleep. Personal grooming products by L’Occitane made us feel quite extravagant.
We were really impressed with the indoor/outdoor pool. Located on the 2nd floor, the pool overlooks University Street and there are lots of lounge chairs and plush towels for sunbathing.
The only thing I wasn’t impressed with was the $15 fee for Wi-Fi. However, I found out later that if I had presented my HHonors VIP card, I could have enjoyed complimentary Wi-Fi and access to the Executive Lounge. Ah, well.
All in all, though, we enjoyed our stay at the Hilton. I’d definitely consider staying there again.
I’m confused, you say that you have not stayed at a Hilton Hotel before but you had a HHonors VIP card?
Hi Leigh,
Yes, I can understand your confusion. I was confused as well when my card arrived in the mail. I assume they were handing out reward cards for promotional reasons. Whatever the reason, having that card provided the encouragement I needed to give the Hilton a try.
I really hate how hotels have the nerve to charge us for internet. It cannot cost them that much to give us the internet! I have been seeing more and more hotels just include internet which is a good sign.