1. Le Germain Hotel Maple Leaf Square
The soft, modern decor of the Le Germain Hotel Maple Leaf Square serves as a pleasant contrast to the hustle and bustle of downtown Toronto found just outside the hotel’s doors. Comfy beds with goose-down duvets and feather pillows sit in each of this boutique hotel’s guest rooms. The well-equipped rooms (think Molton Brown toiletries, complimentary Wi-Fi access and iPod adaptability) include bathrooms with rainfall spa showerheads that guests describe as impressive. Recent travelers also praise the hotel staff’s commitment to excellent customer service: The staff provides personal touches to suit each traveler’s needs. This Le Germain offers Bar Le Germain, which makes for a perfect stop for a drink and a bite before heading out to nearby events. Make sure you stick around the hotel for breakfast, too; Le Germain Hotel Maple Leaf Square provides a free deluxe breakfast to all guests every morning. Next to the Scotiabank Arena (home of the Toronto Maple Leafs), the Maple Leaf Square is perfectly situated for sports enthusiasts, though some guests warn of noise from sporting events.
2. Ripple cove Lakefront Hotel & Spa
If you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway, you can’t go wrong with the Ripple cove Lakefront Hotel, according to recent guests. Sitting on the shores of Lake Massawippi’s in southeastern Quebec, the hotel offers a stunning setting year-round. In the colder months, you can ice skate, ice fish, snowshoe or ski, while warm weather allows for lake cruises, kayaking, tennis and hikes along the Tomifobia Nature Trail. Aside from its picturesque location, visitors were pleased with Ripple cove’s accommodations, especially the Luxury Rooms, which boast lake views, balconies and fireplaces. If you’re not in the mood to splurge, Classic Rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi access, coffee makers and iPod docking stations.