Name: Parkside Student Residence
Address: 111 Carlton Street, Toronto, M5B 2G3, CA

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2026

Mary Louise

Great location, great price, staff were very helpful and friendly. Nice that security was 24 hours and the place is very secure. Also a great bonus having the cafeteria with meals and beverages included in the stay. The place was very clean, gym was great and nice to have a secure sitting area outside.

Unlike a hotel, there are no extras in the room other than the toiletries and towels. No fridge, microwave, hairdryer, hangers or iron. Also must say the bed and pillows were the main part that made me give it only 4 stars. Mattress felt like sleeping on a boxspring and the pillows were terrible.

All that said, I would stay again given the price of hotels downtown in prime tourist season.

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2026

Abir

decent breakfast, nice staff, good location

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2026

Alain

Tous les repas style buffet sont inclus. La proximité du métro pour se rendre rapidement au cœur de Toronto.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Eddie

Rooms were clean. Excellent location. Great value. Air conditioning worked too well!

A couple of things in the bathroom were loose (which we reported to the front desk), but shower pressure was very impressive.

Would highly recommend if you’re a couple of friends travelling to Toronto in the summer!

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2026

Alex

For the negative side of things I would have to say that I didn’t sleep well on the mattress it was very uncomfortable. The blanket and sheets were not great. The pillows were not firm at all for neck support. I must say I find the positives out way the negatives big time, The Staff was very helpful and informative. Air conditioning was great the room was always cold. The meals included in our stay was awesome and the food was great. I Will stay here again, and for the price you really have a good deal.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2026

Jack Ryan

it was very clean

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2026

Emma

Really yummy breakfast, I didn’t know it and we were too late but there was a dinner included as well. Beds weren’t the best but we felt safe and everything we needed was there

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

Samantha

Simple but clean rooms. Staff were amazing. The lounges and amenities were a bonus. Meals were greatly appreciated with a good variety of options.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2026

Krista

Great location, amazing that delicious meals were included. Nice to have air conditioning. Staff at the front desk were super helpful. Downsides: the bed wasn’t very comfortable and the shower leaked onto the floor. Would absolutely stay here again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

ghofran

Nous avons apprécié notre séjour l’emplacement est impeccable le transport en commun est accessible Paz de télévision dans le studio ni assez de couverture mais côté cafétéria, c’est vraiment impeccable plusieurs choix. Dommage que la résidence est disponible que en été j’y reviendrai.

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2026

Charlotte

Staff friendly and accommodating, with smooth check in/out. The location is great, very central, and the building’s amenities (gym, cafeteria) are amazing, especially for the fact it’s essentially student housing. However, staying in the room was a little challenging. The A/C is fine, and the shower was clean. Towels a little lacklustre, basic plasticky bedding. Blinds are almost blackout, but take a mask if you’re a lighter sleeper.

The noise is where it gets a bit ridiculous: you’re easily disturbed by your neighbours, which I was several times into the early hours. Relieved I wasn’t staying longer than one night. Perhaps I’ve been particularly unlucky, but I’m not so sure. Bring earplugs.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Jimmy

Great location. Staff is amazing

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2026

Jose

The breakfast was so good.

Family

4/10

Poor

03 Jul 2026

Juyun

There was an unpleasant smell in the room, and the noise from the machine outside the window was so loud that it made it difficult to sleep.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2026

Franco

great experience overall

Self

4/10

Poor

01 Jul 2026

Asa

This property location is in an area of downtown Toronto that has a large homeless population. It’s dirty and uncomfortable to walk around in the immediate area. The property itself is an off campus dorm and offers a cafeteria for meals. There is plenty of security however the staff was unfriendly and cumbersome to deal with.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

VICTORIA

Parkway is in the middle of every attraction meant to be seen by tourist, the food was great, the air conditioning was perfect, rooms very clean, bathroom also very clean. The staff were professional, helpful, polite and friendly. My kids and I enjoyed our stay and we will definitely stay again next time we visit Canada. I am already recommending it to my family and others. I give it 5 STAR.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Riya

great hotel! great facilities and great staff that always goes out of the way for the guests even after checkout.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Riya

food was amazing. you get breakfast lunch and dinner and the menus change everyday. staff is really nice. amenities are amazing and very clean. close to all major landmarks and right in downtown toronto with a coffee shop right under

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Lee

I wish that the terrace had been unlocked to sit outside

Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Claire

Would have liked an earlier breakfast on the weekend

Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2026

Isma

I had a very comfortable stay for a night. The staffs are friendly and supportive.
Rooms clean and decent.
Really like the breakfast/ brunch options.

Sure recommendation to anyone who is looking for a budget stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

ROWENA

The buffet meals was a hit!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Peter

Very well run place.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

joseph

Great room to stay in and great price for downtown Toronto

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Lee

The residence is clean and modern. 3 meals are included with your room- bonus!!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2026

Bob

Staff and instructions were inadequately helpful when I inquired how onsite parking works. I ended up with $45 penalty parking ticket because I was unclear how the system works. I've traveled all over the Americas and Asia and never had this happen before.

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

KATALIN MARIA

L'hébergement est bien situé et accessible avec le métro et le Tramway. Chambre propre il y avait des serviettes et champoin et savon disponibles.
Le personnel est accueillant et serviable surtout en cuisine. On devrait avoir un endroit aux étages où on peut avoir de la glace pour l'eau et les boissons.
Les repas sont bons et variés nous avions beaucoup de choix.
On peut venir séjourner en famille et se sera bien.
Une seule remarque l'heure d'arrivée (04 Pm) et de départ (09 Am) sont trop serrées on devrait les allongées.
Nous y revendrons en espérons avoir des réductions.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Melody

Clean room, quiet, very helpful staff, they offer breakfast, lunch and dinner vouchers, which is very helpful

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Zayn

Great

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Mauro

Awesome stuff and no words to describe how tasty was the food at the restaurant. 100% recommended.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Chris

Excellent stay at the residence. Room was very basic but we knew that, close to metro station bonus. Took advantage of the buffet cafeteria for mornings and dinner and it was excellent and save us a bit of money and time. Also took advantage of the gym. I’d like to acknowledge Gabriella at the front desk who was welcoming and helpful when we checked in. Will definitely repeat, thank you.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2026

Mars

Good food, friendly staff, nice room

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2026

Jodi

Had a super fun and quick visit!!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2026

vicky

Parfait sauf lit dur

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

Christian

The location is well-maintained, simple, but clean and secure. The eating in-house (all-you-can-eat buffet) is for all three courses, abundant and healthy. They even make it for you to take out lunches for the day.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Lama

Great budget friendly place to stay!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2026

Ruth

Our visit was for one night to avoid travelling into the city during the rush hour for our son's convocation the next morning. It is a great location for exploring the city and about a 25 minute walk to the university district. Accommodation is a student residence so we knew that the furnishings in the room would be basic, which they are, but they were comfortable and the room was clean. Lighting is something that could be improved though. The all day buffet offers a good variety of food and is included in the price.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jun 2026

Siegfred

Pleasantly surprised with the big breakfast buffet. Hotel is a very good value for the price and location.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Madison

Great deal and great location. All meals were complimentary which was thoroughly appreciated. The subway is only a 7 min walk away and the streetcar is right outside the doors.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Nancy

We loved staying in student housing. We appreciated the table tennis and the cafeteria

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

31 May 2026

Suryanarayanan

Decent and clean place mainly built mainly for students and guests. Good price to stay with 3 times food.

Family

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2026

Melinda

This is a great low budget property, especially considering that breakfast, lunch and dinner are included! It's very, very basic, but if you're not planning to spend a lot of time in your lodgings, it's a great alternative to a more expensive hotel!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Shivam

Could Provide room with garbage bin and little better vaccuming before check in. Overall it was great!.

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Ruibing

Excellent location, good amenities! Good food!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Gregoire

This is a student residence, not a full-on hotel. The beds are singles and there are two small en-suite rooms in the \"apartment\" setting. The location is great (near TTC Subway Station and Streetcar access). Not a particularly noisy part of Toronto. On-site dining at the cafeteria (reeeeeally good food!!) was convenient.
Everything in the description matched what was offered. If you are looking for a hotel experience, pay the higher price. This place (for the cost) is very efficient and convenient.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2026

Michaela

Rooms were clean but very basic. A lot for the price but then again, it's Toronto and the location quite well situated. Negative was definitely that I had to wait at least 10-15 minutes for check in and check out as staff was never present.

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

COLIN

Good room

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Clint

Amazing staff!

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Margie

Overall, this place is worth the money and near to everything.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Samuel Ying Kit

It was perfect for family traveling. Location is great and close to station and street cars. Food were great and kitchen staff was friendly and helpful. Facility is secure and my family felt safe. No issues at night. Front desk staff was very helful and gave us directions and advises. Amenities are great. There are table tennis table and pool table. My family have a comfortable stay and enjoyed the time in the residence. Thank you.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2026

Kay

The location was perfect. The room was a basic dorm room with a private bathroom that met my needs. I found the bed hard and the pillow too soft. Of particular note was the delicious buffet food. There were a number of food options and the staff was aware which items were gluten free. They even had gluten free bread!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Andrew

Awesome

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Terry

Solo parent traveling with a teen, the 'two bedroom apt' was absolutely perfect for us. Rooms are no frills and clean.

All meals are included, food was plentiful and very good, and the coffee was excellent.

Staff very helpful and kind.

We visit Toronto regularly, and wouldn't hesitate to stay again during the summer session.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Riya

the breakfast was excellent. loved the hotel room too. very clean rooms and bathroom amenities (to keep) were also provided. 100% would go back and also recommend to other travellers who would like to stay in downtown at an affordable price point. all inclusive, comfortable and safe.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Andrew

It was awesome

Friends

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2026

Sawsan

The best thing about this place is the staff… helpful, efficient, nice and kind!! The rooms were very clean and the whole building is clean and safe ! The only thing I don’t like was the parking , it’s public parking and time purchased is limited. You can’t purchase a full day or or 24 hours. Limited to a max of 12 hours . Plus it dirty and smells like sewer! Entrance to the hotel involves lots of stair steps. Overall I recommend this place!!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Juan

Excelente

Self

8/10

Excellent

20 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Nice and friendly staff great breakfast provided. Economical price bed and shower and washroom were okay. Location was decent too.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2019

Fernando

Excellent Option

The check in process was quick and they checked us in the midnight with no problems. The breakfast was also really good. Staff always kind.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2019

Terry

I liked the cleanliness, security, and location for this price range. The variety of breakfast options (yay, vegetables!) was great!

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

16 Aug 2019

Kendra

Great budget spot

Great option for the budget traveler. Breakfast was fantastic.
My stay didn't start off the best. The hotel was advertised with 24/7 check in, but I had to wait 20-30 minutes to check in, as the front desk person was on break. However, I was very impressed with breakfast - which redeemed them .
It's not a comfort hotel, it's a student residence building - dont expect luxurious bedding and comfy beds. But my stay was comfortable for a place I was only sleeping in. I wasn't able to adjust the temperature though so heads up - i found the room cold. Bring your own pillow if thats an issue for you.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2019

A

Amazing complimentary breakfast, good price great location

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Good student dorm

Honestly really nice place, it definitely felt like a student dorm but a good one! And like all the other reviews: the breakfast was amazing!!! HUGE university style buffet.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2019

Sean

Great service, location, and breakfast!

Excellent breakfast and lobby service. One female employee at the lobby desk seems easily irritated, but all other staff were friendly and helpful. The bed mattresses in the rooms are not very soft and were single beds, so that was not very comfortable, and the rooms were bland-looking. However, it didn’t really matter because who stays in their room much on vacation. You can tough it out. The location was quite good and there were subways and such very close to downtown. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to save on accommodations and who wants an excellent breakfast in the morning!

Partner

2/10

Poor

10 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

So upon arrival, the first thing i noticed is it looked nothing like pictures. Beds had non-fitted sheets and were slippery. The shower didn't drain properly and when we asked the front to assist they didn't do anything about it. There was zero housekeeping the whole 3 nights we were there. They didn't provide us any garbage bags to clean up after ourselves which when using a hotel shouldn't even be something to stress about. A single room key for the 3 people i had in my room. $30 charge if its lost.

They then proceeded to accuse us of smoking after finding a wet and broken and obviously unburnt cigarette butt. $500 fine, and damage to the carpet (stains, however if they had any housekeeping at all nothing would spill.

4/10

Poor

10 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Only the breakfast is good...So noisy at this place...I was in room # 914 for 2 nights and I didn’t sleep... Not noisy in the interior, but the windows is so tiny that we hear every noise....Traffic, police siren, fire truck siren, motorcycle,,,,Be aware if you want to sleep 💤 🛏

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2019

Jasmin

Clean, affordable, great location!

Front desk staff is really rude, very unprofessional but it’s worth the stay and you only have to talk to them twice, hopefully. Place is awesome, affordable and in a really great location. The complimentary breakfast is amazing! Legit. Stayed in a suite with private bathroom on the third floor. It was really clean and quiet. Easy temp control. Probably would not stay on the third floor again, there is a communal balcony and dudes were throwing frisbees that hit our window and kept looking in. So that was weird and uncomfortable but the blinds pull down and it was only one night. Overall, will stay there again for sure!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Aug 2019

Shea

The front desk attendant was very nice and accommodating. Real breakfast is provided. The cleanliness of the room was questionable. Can’t say I was completely comfortable. That being said, I understand that I get what I pay for and this stay was extremely cheap. It was actually worth what I purchased.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

07 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

The room was not clean, there were socks from whom ever stayed in the room before us left right at the front door, the room stank so much that we had to air it out while running the AC and there was hair in the bathroom. It wasn’t what I expected. The only perk was the breakfast. The breakfast was phenomenal. But with a 10am check out you barely have time to enjoy it. Also the parking garage situation was also terrible and very confusing. Overall will not be staying there again.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Excellent breakfast. Bedding was thin. Rooms aren’t cleaned during the day. Great location. Perfect for us.

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

The place was very nice and clean. I will highly recommend it to anybody who would want to spend some times with friends or family.

Friends_and_family Partner

4/10

Poor

04 Aug 2019

Irene

This is not a hotel, may be cool for students

I got to the room and it was dirty, the floors where dirty, there was a huge stain on the carpet, in finish stuff on the creaking, hairs on shower curtain. The mattress/bed made noise and was flat and springy. No cleaning service it is not a hotel

Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Nice stay

The residence is very well located at a walking distance from some major places.
The breakfast(buffet) was really good.
The staff was friendly.
However, the room is small and the mattress is not very comfortable.

2/10

Poor

02 Aug 2019

Veronique

Terrible stay

This place seemed fine until I tried get some rest. The bed and pillow were the worst, the air conditioning is very loud in the bedroom and when sirens went by on the street below it sounded like they were in the room with me. In the bathroom the next morning water started coming in from the ceiling all over the bathroom, soaking everything. Avoid this accommodation!

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Awesome breakfast. Helpful staff. Close to shopping.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2019

sudan

First time visiting Toronto

Both security and check in staff were extremely helpful. Excellent breakfast selections, lots of veggies and smoothie in additional to traditional cereals and pancakes. Keep in mind that this hotel is primarily a functioning dorm. All your basic needs will be met but dont expect white glove service. On site parking is operated by a difference vendor but fairly priced. Excellent location, walkable to everything.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

The place was accessible by public transport. You need access card to get in which is good. The down side is they only clean every 3 days. The bath tub was clogged but management was able to address the issue the day that I reported it. Breakfast was excellent though.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

26 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

For the amount of security it's sort of a dump. The room had nothing in it not kitchenette no tv and half the plugs didn't work so if I wanted to plug my laptop in to watch something I needed to unplug the room lamp and sit in the dark. The bed was like sleeping on a prison mattress the pillow and blanket were so thin I might as well slept naked. When I called they said there was parking with hotel and when I got there it turned out it was a third party parking that charged every half hour. The check in desk is one person and they treat you like a criminal photo copy your Id and credit card, they'll charge you $30 more if you lose a room key...you need to pass through like 2 gates of security to even get in or out of the hotel...I thought I was gonna have a fully loaded Room with that much security. The only good thing was breakfast was hot and tons of options . And the locations was close to everything

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Jul 2019

Al

Decent basic accomodation. Room booked for next guest too early. Guest woke me up.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Breakfast is great. The people working in the kitchen are awesome!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2019

Kat

It was great affordable, good location. Would absolutely stay again.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful colors of the design and quality of furniture, tired staff but accommodating.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2019

caroline

The safe were very nice and caring, I, enjoyed my staying

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Clean
Good location
Quality breakfast
Security at entrance
Poor linen (you can feel the plastic mattress
Shades don’t block light at all
Extremely poor drain of water in shower )

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2019

FATMA HULYA

r

The location is really good and the breakfast was excellent the staff were very friendly we loved being there

Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Jul 2019

HECTOR

Great breakfast!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2019

Linda

Wonderful place!

This place is great! Would stay here again. Affordable, great breakfast options, excellent location.

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

4/10

Super average room. No tv or fridge, beds were uncomfortable. But location was solid.

A little too expensive for what it is, but hey it's toronto and everything is expensive haha

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2019

Julie

A great option if you need something cheep and don’t plan on staying in your room much. It’s perfect for traveling and doing the tourist thing. And the breakfast was great especially with a trip where you’re walking a lot.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

No complaints. For what I paid for what I got, I'm very happy! Rooms are clean & comfortable with free breakfast that's quite good. This property is very well located for traveling around Toronto by foot, car, or transit. Location is totally fantastic! Amenities are everywhere around this location too! Loblaws supermarket & the subway station being so close is a total bonus for me for convenience & ease of travel.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

There should be a mini fridge in each room as it would have been useful to able to keep things cold.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2019

Pierre

High school graduation trip 2019

I took my high school graduates on a trip and stayed at parkside residence so they could get a feel of what student life is all about. The breakfast was better than any of the top scale hotels and was included in the reservation which was way cheaper than any other place near the downtown area. The staff was super courteous and went out of their way to ensure everything was perfect for my students. They even gave them a card that was preloaded for free so they could do their laundry. I was totally amazed by the whole experience and I told my students that my experience in residence when I was in university was nothing near to this and I would highly recommend this facility for anyone that’s planning a trip to Toronto on a tight budget especially if you plan on visiting and doing activities while you are there.

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2019

Kenneth

Location makes up for lack of comfort

Location made up for lack of comfort. We would stay here agin

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2019

Bruce

Great other than bed

Bed was not comfortable at all, but it is a dorm room after all. Other than that the food was great, service was good, check in and out was quick. No issues

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

I liked the location but as far as cleanliness goes well its to be desired, the bathroom had hairs stuck to the ceiling and areas that havent been clean in a while.The breakfast was great with a variety of items to choose from and staff was very friendly.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Great value and great staff! The team
was very friendly and the breakfast was definitely a bonus with lots of choices.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2019

Neasa

Last minute accomadation

Thus was 'emergency accomadation' for us so we were grateful to get something and so late.
Breakfast was very good.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Booked this place late at night after my flight out of Toronto was canceled, and the experience was great. Super nice staff, great wifi, a very clean private room, and solid free breakfast in the morning. Highly recommend.

Business_and_leisure

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Clean and central, we enjoed the stay. Of course It Is a student residence so services are based on this. Certo quite

Leisure Family