Stylish Design and Comfortable Rooms

When you step into the Kimpton Saint George Hotel, you’ll be instantly captivated by its stunning design. The hotel boasts beautiful archways and a colour scheme of blue and gold, complemented by rich leather accents and wood. Every detail has been thoughtfully chosen to create a luxurious and inviting atmosphere.

Once you settle into your room, you’ll find comfort at its finest. The beds are incredibly cozy, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. You’ll also be treated to soft bathrobes, perfect for lounging and relaxation. In addition, you can request a plant brought to your room, adding a touch of nature to your stay.

Entertainment is not forgotten at the Kimpton Saint George Hotel. Each room is equipped with a big TV and a chrome cast, allowing you to stream your favourite shows and movies. If you happen to forget any essential items, the hotel is happy to bring them to your room. And don’t worry if it rains during your stay, as an umbrella is provided in your room.

Hotel Amenities and Convenient Location

The Kimpton Saint George Hotel offers a range of amenities and features to enhance your stay. You can keep your exercise routine with their well-equipped gym, which includes a peloton bike, kettle balls, dumbbells, treadmill, multi-use weight machine, and a step climber. If you prefer a more relaxing activity, take advantage of the complimentary wine hour from 5-6 pm.

For culinary delights, look no further than the Fortunate Fox restaurant. Enjoy pub favourites like roast chicken, steak frites, chicken wings, fish and chips, and more. Indulge in their great cocktails from classic favourites to their custom creations. And if you’re there for breakfast, you’ll have a variety of options, such as the Fox Breakfast, Eggs Benny, pancakes, and lox.

The Fortunate Fox also offers daily events to keep you entertained throughout the week. From half-price pizza on Mondays to karaoke on Wednesdays and live music on Fridays, there’s always something happening. Don’t miss their Fox After Dark specials, featuring $5 shots, $7 select beers, and $10 feature cocktails from 9 pm to 2 am.

Explore Toronto’s Vibrant Neighbourhoods

The Kimpton Saint George Hotel’s prime location allows you to easily explore some of Toronto’s most exciting neighbourhoods. Just a stone’s throw away from both St George and Spadina stations, you have easy access to public transportation to travel around the city.

Step outside the hotel, and you’ll find yourself in the heart of Toronto’s cultural scene. The hotel is conveniently located near the Annex and Yorkville neighbourhoods and not far from Toronto’s Chinatown, offering a multitude of shops, cafes, galleries, and independent establishments to discover. You’ll also be across from the Bata Shoe Museum, where you can explore the world of footwear.

If you’re interested in art and history, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is just a short distance away. Both museums have exclusive hotel packages available for purchase. And for sports enthusiasts or those visiting their kids who play for UofT, the Varsity Stadium is also nearby, offering the chance to catch a game.

Immerse Yourself in Kimpton’s Genuine Hospitality

At the Kimpton Saint George Hotel, you’ll experience Kimpton’s renowned hospitality firsthand. InnVest Hotels, one of the largest hotel owners in Canada, has developed this 14-story hotel with 188 beautifully designed guest rooms, including 20 suites and a Presidential Suite. The hotel also offers approximately 1,500 square feet of ground-level meeting space for any business or social gathering you may have.

Throughout your stay, you’ll enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre, complimentary PUBLIC bikes to explore the city, in-room yoga mats, and pet-friendly accommodations. Start your mornings with a complimentary coffee and tea service, and in the evenings, gather for a hosted nightly social hour to connect with other guests.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway, a culinary adventure, or a cultural exploration, the Kimpton Saint George Hotel in Toronto has it all. Embrace the Kimpton experience, and indulge in the vibrant charm of the city during your staycation.

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IN BLOOM Flowers and Footwear at the Bata Shoe Museum takes a fresh new look at how florals have inspired design and materials around the world. For centuries, florals have been admired for their beauty. Many cultures also consider the symbolism behind flowers. In Japan, the spring cherry blossoms are symbols of beauty, purity, and honour as well as sacrifice. In historic Persian art, the rose symbolized beauty and perfection.  This gorgeous exhibition walks through the importance and influence of flowers in both design and material used in shoemaking.

Canadian Modern at the Royal Ontario Museum is a great exhibition that explores Canadian design and craft movement and the impact its made in this world. The exhibition features over 100 examples of culturally significant objects crafted in Canada. From fashion to furniture to electronics and more, each item has a story to tell. Discover the inspiration and the artists/craftspeople behind them and how they’ve made an impact on a global stage. Designers include Alfred Sung, Jeremy Laing, Daphne Odjig, John Fluevog and more.

RUMI at the Aga Khan Museum is opening May 13.  This exhibition invites visitors to explore the life and timeless legacy of Jalal al-Din Muhammad Balkhi (aka Rumi). Considered one of the world’s most famous poets this exhibition is a visual exploration of his early years  in Central Asia. It also offers a glimpse in his transformation into one of the most fascinating poets.

Reclaimed: Indo-Caribbean HerStories at the Gardiner Museum recently opened.  This mixed-media ceramic based exhibition spotlights the power, courage and strength of Indo-Caribbean women past and present. Artist Heidi McKenzie offers insight into the little known histories.

Glowness Lab at Kandl takes candle making to the next level. This guided experience invites participants to explore wellness, mind, body, and spirit. Using mood enhancing essential oils, colour therapy and the healing powers of crystals, mom can customize her own beautiful candle on the spot and ready to take home.

YOGA at the Art Gallery of Ontario is a peaceful way to start the weekend. Several dates available Saturday mornings at 11 am. (must book in advance, ticketed events) Bring your mat and a few other yoga accessories and enjoy a restorative morning yoga session in the Galleria Italia section of the AGO with a registered yoga practitioner, Karmit Ifrah. This is a gentle Hatha yoga session created to promote balance, strength, flexibility and stillness. Then take in the latest exhibitions (we love the new Wolfgang Tillmans retrospective located on fifth floor in the contemporary galleries) and stay for brunch at the AGO Bistro.

Doors Open Toronto is happening May 27 & 28. Explore some of Toronto’s architectural, cultural and social significant buildings and sites for free. There are over 140 locations to explore! Favourites include the Aga Khan Museum, R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant, and Todmorden Mills. Complete list can be found on the official site.

Fleurs de Ville VOYAGE Spring Floral Installations at Bloor-Yorkville (May 10 to 14)offers a self-guided tour featuring the works of 35 outstanding floral artists. The colourful displays under the journey themed 5-day event will dot the entire area with stops along the way with special menus and features to celebrate the season. Floral Installations are free for the public to see. Complete list of locations available on their site.

Celebrate Her: A Mother’s Day Weekend Market at the Kimpton Saint George Hotel. Discover and shop all female-owned and local small businesses at this pop up event with mom. Tickets are free but reserve a spot here. all are welcome to this “sip and shop” event — wine courtesy of Grow Wild Wines. Vendors include skincare and beauty products by Radford Studio, upcycle bags and leather goods by Ronny Packs, sustainable home goods by The Keep Refinery, fresh flowers by Avida Flora and more.

Disney Animation Immersive Experience at One Yonge Street (Lighthouse Immersive) is a fun experience for Disney fans of all ages. Explore the world of Disney animated films unlike any other. Learn about the artists and the process behind some of the most iconic films. Then step inside the magic and take in an unforgettable overview of the greatest films in a larger than life 360º floor to ceiling projection.

And more just outside the city…

Avalon Lavender Farm is a first generation and family owned lavender farm located about an hour outside fo Toronto (in Mono). Bring mom to enjoy a Serenity Sunday experience hosed at the farm by a local florist.Guests will be guided through a floral centrepiece workshop and a stroll through the pre-season lavender fields. There will also be lavender wellness cocktails, personal charcuterie boxes, keepsake photo sessions and an Avalon gift bag. Tickets and more information available on their site here.

Haute Goat Farm is located about an hour’s drive just outside of Toronto to Port Hope and is a super cute and worth an afternoon trip for something different. Do yoga with Alpacas or Goats, walk the nature paths, and enjoy a casual lunch at the on site Screaming Goat cafe. For Mother’s Day they have a special day planned. “The Mother of all Mother’s Day” invites families to celebrate moms along with their animal moms. Activites include meeting the new baby goats, alpaca shearing demos, visits with Icelandic horses, goat yoga sessions, live music, and much more. Tickets are $10 per person (kids 5 and under get in free). Portion of the proceeds will go to the Humane Society of Port Hope.

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Wolfgang Tillmans: To Look Without Fear at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO): Tillmans was recently named by Time Magazine as one of the top 100 Most Influential of 2023 and his retrospective exhibition is an incredible collection of his photography and visual works. His images inspires connections and explores conversation on social issues on a personal and global scale. Hot on the heels of his spectacular exhibition at MoMA this is a must see for all ages. Be sure to also catch his visual album in Jackman Hall while you’re there.

IN BLOOM: Florals and Footwear at the Bata Shoe Museum: floral motifs have influenced fashion and design for centuries. Countries globally have incorporated blooms in various ways from textiles and in design. The language of florals and the interpretations is what makes this exhibition seriously fascinating. It also examines how nature plays a part over the history of the shoe including the materials. Beautifully displayed shoes along side descriptions takes visitors on a journey in a fresh appreciation for footwear over the centuries. Here you’ll find stunning historical pieces and more recent Nike and Christian Louboutin.

FILMS IN TORONTO:  TIFF Bell Lightbox: Catching a movie anytime with a bag of fresh popcorn is a great escape but if you’re a fan of discovering unforgettable and real gems then be sure to see what’s playing at TIFF Bell Lightbox. There is always something conversation worthy to see. Keep an eye out this May for Canadian Screen Award winners including Riceboy Sleeps and Brother.  Hot Docs Film Festival is also coming up quickly with an incredible line up of documentaries worth seeing including COVEN about three millennial women who identify as witches. We’ve interviewed one that also calls Toronto home. Her fascinating story leads her to learning about her ancestral ties to the Salem Witch Trials. Interview can be found here. 

Stranger Things Experience: For fans of the Netflix smash-hit series of the same name comes this fully immersive experience. Here you’ve agreed to be part of Hawkins Sleep Study Lab where you will undergo a series of tests. Superpowers will emerge as you come across different challenges. What it feels like to be in the Upside Down? It’s unforgettable. But don’t worry, once you get through to the other side, the “Mixtape” space will make you forget all about the demogorgons and enjoy everything 80s style. The experience takes place in the Port Lands area in a production studio space. Book in advance.

The Office Experience: (Yorkdale Shopping Centre)The mall may be a go-to rainy day activity and if you head to Yorkdale Shopping Centre and a fan of the hit television series The Office, then save an hour or two to explore this very creative experience. There are plenty of photo opportunities in the offices of Dunder Mifflin  from Pam’s reception desk to Michael’s office to the wedding chapel. You can make your confessions in the conference room and even have a disco party. If a phone rings, be sure to answer it! The “warehouse” is loaded with amazing gift items.

Disney Animation Immersive Experience: (One Yonge Street) Disney fans, young and old, will appreciate this massive experience that takes visitors behind the scenes with Disney’s most beloved animated movies of all time. Learn about the process from concept to artists to digital in making a film. Try your hand at drawing your favourite character. Then walk into the warehouse space where an incredible 360 degree projection offers a larger than life view of the all time favourite Disney animated films.

Theatre in Toronto: Various. There are many great theatre happens in our city and you can often grab last minute day-of tickets (also check sites for lotteries for special priced tickets including blockbusters Hamilton, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child). But there are other productions that also are worthy of your time this Spring. Check out Crow’s Theatre, The Factory Theatre, Theatre Passe Muraille, and the Tarragon Theatre to see what’s playing now. Three worth noting…

• Clif Cardinal’s The Land Acknowledgement or As You Like It: (CAA Theatre) due to popular demand, this thought provoking play returns May 4 to 7 and is a must-see. Indigenous actor Clif Cardinal gives us way more than any audience expects as he begins his play with The Land Acknowledgement.
• A Number: St. Anne’s Parish Performance Hall. Caryl Churchill’s play “A Number” is a fascinating investigation into cloning, humanity and father son relationships. This one-hour production by Toronto-based “That Theatre Company” will provoke audience members and inspire thoughtful conversations around science, privacy and the lengths we go to protect our loved ones. On stage until May 7. More info here. 
• A Chinese Lady: Crow’s Theatre. Afong Moy is 14 years old when she is brought to the United States from Guangzhou Province in 1834. Purportedly the first Chinese woman to set foot on U.S. soil, she has been put on display for the American public as “The Chinese Lady.”Alternatingly dark, poetic, and whimsical, the play is a searing portrait of Western culture seen through the eyes of a young Chinese woman. On stage May 2 to 21.

StretchLab Toronto: (410 Adelaide Street West) A rainy day is great for taking care your yourself. You can go for a massage but have you tried a professional stretch? Recently opened StretchLab has professionally trained experts give you the best body stretch EVER. First time visitors are assessed for balance, posture and more. Then, with a consultation the staff will give you a customized stretch to help you feel more flexible, recharged, and ready to face the world!

Rumble Boxing Studio: (1235 Bay Street) Looking to blow off some pent up energy? This new boxing studio offers personal training as well as boxing classes — thinks fight club meets night club. But it’s no-contact here. You’ll just take everything out on a heavy bag in a dark room with “motivators” that will give you an energized hour of power. Not only makes you sweat you’ll also have fun doing so. Read our review here.

KANDL Artistique: (88 Avenue Road) if you’re looking for something beautiful and creative to do, KANDL offers guided make your own scented candle workshops. Professionally trained candle makers walk you through a sensorial experience exploring various fragrance notes and how to layer the essential oils. You also get to name your creation and take home your signature scented candle. Call ahead for space availability.

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One such amenity is the Bata Shoe Museum, located steps away from the Saint George. The Kimpton and Bata Shoe Museum offers a unique collaboration. The museum is currently featuring the Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting Edge Kicks exhibit. This exhibit takes audiences through the evolution of shoes from cultures all over the world to futuristic auto-lace and virtual shoes. Bring your phone, through QR Codes, audiences are able to project and interact with virtual shoes. It is a great place to take kids or enjoy an afternoon to yourself exploring the beauty and evolution of shoes!

The experience at the Kimpton Saint George felt personalized from the moment of check-in. The staff were welcoming, offering a fast and easy check-in process and suggestions to hotel events and events taking place in and around Toronto. This evening in particular featured a social hour, wherein complimentary drinks were offered alongside an amazing local soca duo, V.K. Vocal Vybez. The ‘V’ stands for guitarist/singer Vincent Jamal – Jamal is a Bahamian R&B artist, with a recently released album, Solid Conversations; the ‘K’ is for Kimya (that’s Kee-MY-ah) a Vincentian songstress who recently opened for Brian McKnight. Their renditions of popular soca hits filled the 1,500 square foot lounge and lobby of the Kimpton and drew a crowd. This felt like the Bacchanal Social Hour, an obvious ode to Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival aka Caribana. The social hour occurs on a nightly basis between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Guests of the Saint George are offered breakfast options – breakfast time can be booked upon arrival – check with the front desk during the check-in process. Fitness is a priority at the Kimpton Saint George with a state-of-the-art fitness room, accessible from the second floor, now featuring a Peloton, and yoga mats are available in each guest room.

There are plenty of photo opportunities in and around the Kimpton – from the large lobby mirror to the Marble Moon art pieces featured in all guest suites by Ottawa artist and designer, Laura Langford. There are elements of not just Toronto, but celebrations of Canada sewn into the design of the Kimpton Saint George. Take advantage of the unique aesthetic which makes the Saint George its own work of art. Inspiration for the design of the hotel pays homage to the heart and soul of the Annex while highlighting the eclectic eccentricities Toronto has to offer. Details of the hotel, like the single white squirrel figures found in every room, are attributed to providing guests with more insight into landmark Torontonian attractions while adding a whimsical flair of city representation. The overall design and usage of colour provides visitors with a feeling of being in a home-like environment.

One of the most impressionable features of the Kimpton was the reminder note in the guest suite which offers guests easy access – via room service – to items they may have forgotten or overlooked during packing. The service is quick and adds an extra special element of security and comfort for guests.

The Fortunate Fox is located in the lobby of the Kimpton Saint George and offers an amazing selection of foods and beverages. As a vegetarian, options are often limited, however, the Garden Burger… delicious! Every bite, more delectable than the last. The combination of feta cheese and avocado was incredible. This restaurant was lively throughout the day and evening, offering a dimly lit, intimate environment.

This staycation in the city showcases Toronto from a unique perspective, wherein visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the many attractions Toronto has to offer while playing tourist. There are so many ways to enjoy the Saint George. Guests can’t help but feel welcome by the staff and overall feeling of warmth present while staying at the Kimpton Saint George.

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Art Gallery of Ontario: AGO From Home brings virtually brings visitors into the galleries through unique access to stories and experiences. Take a closer look at the artwork in the gallery’s collections and maybe discover something new. Learn about the work and the stories behind them. Experience some interesting moments at the AGO including Mick Jagger in concert with the Thomson Collection of Ships.  Feeling creative? The AGO includes DIY and How-to videos. Parents and teachers can also tap into the AGO’s teachers’ resource for additional insight.

Royal Ontario Museum: With 46, 637 pieces online to explore the ROM offers an extensive and fascinating look into the priceless pieces from around the world and what’s also in the vaults behind the scenes. And it doesn’t stop there. Home to over 13 million pieces of artwork, cultural objects, natural history, artifacts and more, the ROM continues to add to its online content for everyone to enjoy right in their own homes and at their own pace. Now that it’s springtime, families may be interested in exploring the butterfly & insect collection.

Aga Khan Museum: The curators, educators, and cultural programmers have collaborated on #MuseumWithoutWalls to showcase the best of the collections online. View captivating art and artifacts, interact directly with artists and curators via live webinars and gallery tours, download hands-on learning activities for children and more. Take a virtual 3D tour of the Museum’s Bellerive Room which is home to 60 pieces from the ceramic collection of the lates Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan and Princess Catherine Aga Khan. More virtual tours will be added in the coming weeks.  New content will be posted regularly to the Aga Khan Museum’s social platforms. Many of the experiences will tie into the exhibitions and events scheduled to take place at the Museum this spring and summer. Twice weekly there will be “Pocket-Performances” that feature the diverse sights and sounds from local and international performance artists. Also included is a new Spotify playlist programmed by the Museum’s Performing Arts team that tap into the themes and emotions in the upcoming Sanctuary exhibition — a collection of 36 woven carpets designed by leading contemporary artists.

Gardiner Museum:  The Gardiner Museum is home to fascinating historical ceramics from around the world as well as contemporary works by some of the most important artists today. Their latest digital initiative, #GardinerFromHome, features pieces from the museum’s collection of over 4,000 objects with an emphasis on works that speak to the current social climate. Follow them on social media for interesting morsels and insights about the works. You can also access 8 online exhibitions, spanning all areas of the collection, through Google Arts & Culture. Approximately 200 objects are currently featured, with plans to add more. Right now there’s a particularly interesting exhibition titled Northern Visions: Contemporary Inuit Ceramics. The Gardiner’s YouTube channel features studio demonstrations, interviews, and performances, including recent footage from the sold-out world premiere of Cassils’ Up To and Including Their Limits. You can also access interesting articles on the Gardiner Blog, including Five Groundbreaking Women Ceramists You Need To Know and Coming in Hot: How Teapot Racing is Gaining Steam.

Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival: The 24th edition of the city’s annual festival of photography exhibitions and public installations is adapting to the current landscape by revealing a selction of artwork (some for the first time) now live through the Festival’s official website. The online exhibition will include works from its Primary Exhibitions in collaborations with major museums, galleries, and artist-run centres, plus profiles on its Featured Exhibitions selected from submissions. Open Call Exhibitions will feature a range of works by local and international artists at the galleries and alternative spaces across the city. Continue to watch for updates on the CONTACT’s Public Installation program

Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA): Now is a great time to catch up on some of the great talks that have recently happened at the The Museum of Contemporary Art here in the city. Archived videos are uploaded on the site including Alan Emery in conversation with Jonathon Gatehouse. Emery (marine biologist) and Gatehouse (journalist) discuss changes in the oceans and how the shifts have impacted Canada where three oceans meet the land. Learn about the creative process with Carlos Bunga as he uses mass-produced materials in his installations. Watch Age of You Curators (Shumon Basar, Douglas Coupland, Victoria Sin, and November Paynter) as they share ideas of what they call “The Extreme Self”  and more.

Textile Museum of Canada: 15,000 objects from 200 regions worldwide spanning 2,000 years are online to explore. The collection takes visitors virtually beyond what is physically shown in the Museum. Includes featured works from ceremonial rugs to woven textiles from various cultures around the world.

Bata Shoe Museum: Check into the Museum’s social media platforms as they feature virtual tours of current exhibitions and online exhibition. Currently featuring Standing TALL: The Curious History of Men in Heels. Test your footwear history on their Instagram Stories. Tune into their YouTube Channel for interesting content that takes viewers behind the scenes in the Museum vault in the “The World at Your Feet” series.

Myseum of Toronto: The “museum without walls” offers the chance to explore art, culture and history virtually including special programming through exhibitions and events. Over the next few weeks, they will launch a series of exhibitions as part of their Intersections Festival- Quarantine Edition. They also been adding new content to the collection of Toronto Stories – a series of diverse historical narratives that acknowledge the impact of under-represented communities. The most recent exhibit tells the story of Canada’s Black Railway Porters and their fight for equality. The next installment of  Myseum Connects series, where they partner with community leaders from small and major organizations to strengthen the cultural sector in Toronto will be announced shortly. These panel/networking events will be held online over Zoom  (starting April 15) and will tackle topics like art, frontline workers, community care, and mental health and wellbeing, all during the time of COVID.

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