Ontario Holidays

The Fairmont Royal York has hosted royalty and dignitaries since it opened in 1929. Today, it aspires to make every guest feel as pampered as its VIPs.

With the waterfront and its many attractions, as well as Union Station just a short walk away, the Delta Toronto couldn’t be better placed for city exploration.

A big and busy hotel in Downtown Toronto, the Chelsea Hotel has excellent facilities to enjoy after sightseeing.

Wake up to views of one of the most famous waterfalls in the world. Watch tons of water rolling off the edges of Niagara Falls while you sip coffee over breakfast and plan your day of exploration.

Prince of Wales is the epitome of old-world elegance with a royal flair. It’s only a hop, skip, and a jump away from Niagara-on-the-Lake’s charming boutiques, restaurants, and theatres and minutes from the waterfront.

You’ll sense the romance when you rock up at this plush waterfront establishment. Vintage vibes and swanky furnishings transport you back to the Georgian era, while modern comforts complement the decor to make you feel right at home.

Historic landmark hotel in the heart of the capital.

Fairmont Chateau Laurier appears more castle than hotel. Its stately appearance continues inside with tinkling grand pianos and sparkling chandeliers.

Its shared home with Ottawa’s art gallery makes Le Germain Hotel Ottawa something of a hidden gem. Expect uber-modern design, artistic flair, and carefully thought-out spaces to unwind in.

Far-reaching lake views, cosy public areas and a wide selection of facilities and activities await at The Rosseau.

The small, but perfectly formed, Annadore House is in the heart of the city.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto Downtown is a safe bet for a no-frills city stay in Toronto. Plus anyone who’s a sucker for a warm cookie to welcome them at check-in.

Set back from the shore of Lake Ontario, Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square is a contemporary hotel with loft-style guestrooms.

Hotel X is a modern retreat on the shore of Lake Ontario. It trumps just about every other city option if you’re judging a hotel purely on its facilities and views but contends as a favourite for its design and service too.

A cosy yet super stylish hotel amid Toronto’s trendiest neighbourhoods

Le Germain Hotel Toronto Mercer is a convincing choice for a stylish Toronto city break.

The esteemed Four Seasons brand is a place that assures its guests of the very best service amid the most elegant interiors. You may never want to check out…

Fly to Toronto for a whirlwind few days in one of Canada’s finest cities. From there, edge closer to the USA border to stay close to the action in a hotel that overlooks Niagara Falls. Take an unforgettable boat ride to Table Rock and feel the power of the Falls and take to the skies on a helicopter ride above the falls before visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake, a flower-filled town with quaint shops.

Sit back and relax as you make your way to the best of Canada’s glittering cities the old-fashioned way, travelling in daylight to see the best of the scenery and disembarking to stay in beautiful hotels. Take in Toronto’s cosmopolitan neighbourhoods, Ottawa's charms, Montreal’s multitude of museums, and Quebec City’s World Heritage-listed old town. None of the railway journeys exceed five hours, giving you ample time to explore the cities. Upgrade to our Capitals of Canada by Rail Deluxe Itinerary, staying at Fairmont hotels and travelling business class service on VIA Rail.

Sit back and relax on train journeys aboard Canada’s VIA Rail, travelling in business class seats to see the best of the scenery in comfort. You’ll begin in Toronto, staying at illustrious Fairmont hotels throughout, including Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in Montreal, and Fairmont Château Frontenac in Quebec City. These large luxury hotels all command excellent addresses in the cities and have plush guestrooms, top restaurants, and beautiful indoor swimming pools. The business class experience onboard VIA Rail begins in business lounges with comfy armchairs and refreshments. After priority boarding, you’ll have a wide ergonomic seat with meals and drinks included and served at your seat. None of the three railway journeys exceed five hours, and you’ll always travel in daylight to see the best of the scenery between cities.

Both of these giant cities flaunt distinct neighbourhoods that’ll draw you in – from Toronto’s fabulous Kensington Market to New York’s glittering Manhattan. Spend enough time in Toronto to get to know the city and head to Niagara Falls before jetting over the border to New York, where you can compare and contrast these two world-class metropolises.

Explore Toronto’s world-class museums, cloud-touching architecture, and performing arts par excellence. Everything you need from a cosmopolitan city escape is right here in Canada’s biggest city. Extend your stay and spend a day at Niagara Falls – it’s not far from Toronto.