1. Windsor Arms Hotel
The Windsor Arms is an especially quaint Toronto boutique hotel, according to recent visitors. A brick exterior welcomes visitors to the elegant comforts inside. It’s the beauty of this Yorkville property, nestled among high-end shops, that keeps many guests returning to this spot, just steps from Bloor Street. Recent visitors said the 28 suites — equipped with an acoustic guitar, deep soaking tubs and flat-screen TVs — are spacious, but are in need of a refresh. And for the anglophiles who can’t get enough of the property’s English atmosphere, the Windsor Arms features an on-site tea room offering midday sips alongside a fireplace. For larger meals, try one of the hotel’s two on-site restaurants: The Gatsby or Savion. At the spa, a large terrace and saltwater pool are each refreshing ways to unwind before or after a treatment.
2. Sterling Inn & Spa
Staying true to Niagara Falls’ romantic reputation, the Sterling Inn & Spa caters to couples seeking a memorable escape with intimate surroundings and upscale amenities. Each of the Sterling’s rooms features a fireplace, a wet bar and a minifridge. Guests can also choose to have their rooms pre-stocked with romantic mood-setters like sparkling wine, chocolate-dipped strawberries or fresh roses (for a fee). And included in the price of the room is a romantic breakfast in bed, complete with pastries, yogurt, eggs, juice and coffee. For subsequent meals, guests recommend dining on-site at AG Inspired Cuisine, which serves up dishes like red wine braised lamb shank and espresso rubbed Cornish hen made from locally sourced ingredients. But what truly seals the deal for previous visitors is the upscale, yet laid-back atmosphere of the hotel, as well as the friendly and professional demeanor of its staff. You’ll find the Sterling Inn & Spa in central Niagara Falls.