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Hotels with History

Five stunning hotels that will give visitors to Toronto a glimpse into the past.

By Expedia.ca Jul. 26th, 1:00 pm

Historicist: H.H. Holmes in Toronto

The search for—and discovery of—two of H.H. Holmes's victims in Toronto.

By David Wencer Sep. 13th, 12:00 pm

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Historicist: The Inn on the Park

Resort-style relaxation by the Don Valley.

By Jamie Bradburn Jul. 5th, 6:04 pm

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Royal York: Notorious, and Now Up for Sale

A look back at the history of the Royal York Hotel, which is now up for sale.

By Jamie Bradburn Jun. 4th, 2:30 pm

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Historicist: The Woodbine Hotel Fire

A fatal blaze in March 1914 increased calls for stronger building inspections and fire prevention methods.

By Jamie Bradburn Apr. 12th, 12:10 pm

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For Some, Maligned Hotel Waverley is Home

Toronto's most disparaged hotel may soon be torn down by a developer. Here's a tour.

By Edward Brown • Photos by Corbin SmithJul. 12th, 9:30 am

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Historicist: “A Carnival of Vice”

Toronto helps the Junction to celebrate the closing of its bars in 1904.

By David Wencer Sep. 15th, 12:00 pm

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The Elegant New Sutton Place Hotel

The downtown landmark awaits reincarnation as condos. Let's take a look at its explosive beginning.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 10th, 10:00 am

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Historicist: “The Warmest Welcome, At An Inn”

For more than 100 years, a modest hotel graced the northeast corner of King and York Streets.

By Kevin Plummer Dec. 31st, 11:00 am

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Historicist: Hospitality Without Pretension

From first nights in Toronto to one-night stands, the Ford Hotel saw a broad cross-section of life.

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 10th, 12:00 pm

Historicist: Lord Simcoe’s Folly

Old world charm, new world challenges.

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 20th, 12:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: A Castle on the Harbour

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 18th, 1:00 pm

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Historicist: Depression Skyscraper Debacle

By Kevin Plummer Jan. 30th, 12:00 pm

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The Delta Chelsea, Miles From Accurate!

By Stephen Michalowicz Dec. 30th, 1:00 pm

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Checking In with the Hotel on Queen

By Brenda Petroff Mar. 23rd, 1:30 pm

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Historicist: Royal Accommodations

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 1st, 12:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Someday Your Prince Hotel Will Come

By Jamie Bradburn Apr. 29th, 2:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: A Sporting Proposition in Muskoka

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 26th, 2:00 pm