These hotels in Ontario were granted Michelin keys. Here’s which ones made the list
The Michelin Guide does more than scour the best restaurants in any given city across the world, it also searches for the top places to stay at. This year, 13 hotels were awarded Michelin Keys in Ontario (and not all of them are in Toronto).
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The Michelin Guide to Ontario hotels For the last six years, the Michelin Guide has compiled a list of standout hotels around the world, awarding the most outstanding with keys. Inspectors judge hotels on their architecture and interior design, service, overall personality and character, value for the price, and how the hotel contributes to the neighbourhood. (Ace Hotel/TheHazelton Hotel/Merrill House)
The Michelin Guide to Ontario hotels The hotel equivalent of the Michelin star awarded one-key distinctions to 2,020 hotels. The annual guide also awarded two-keys to 657 hotels and three-keys to 155 hotels. While Ontario isn’t home to any three-key establishments (yet), there are two hotels that were granted two-key distinctions this year. Here are the hotels that made the list for 2026. (Shangri-La Hotel Toronto/Lauren Miller/Johnny C. Y. Lam)
1 Hotel Toronto, One-Key, 550 Wellington St. W., Toronto The rooms are “surprisingly sunny” at this hotel nestled in the King West Village. (1 Hotel Toronto)
1 Hotel Toronto, One-Key, 550 Wellington St. W., Toronto The Michelin Guide also applauds 1 Hotel Toronto for its sustainability measures and stylish interiors. (1 Hotel Toronto)
Ace Hotel Toronto, One-Key, 51 Camden St., Toronto This downtown hotel Toronto boasts a retro-futuristic feel with its curved edges and vintage-inspired furniture. (William Jess Laird/Ace Hotel Toronto)
Ace Hotel Toronto, One-Key, 51 Camden St., Toronto The Michelin Guide says the rooms here are warm, unique, and “anything but ostentatious.” The hotel also has a bar on the 14th floor that has panoramic views of Toronto. (William Jess Laird/Ace Hotel Toronto)
Belvedere Hotel, One-Key, 141 King St. E., Kingston There are 19 unique rooms and suites honouring the historical floor plan. There is also a modern spa reminiscent of a classic European bathhouse. (Lauren Miller/@lomillerphoto)
Belvedere Hotel, One-Key, 141 King St. E., Kingston The Belvedere Hotel was once a private residence in the late 1800s, but it has since turned into a boutique hotel. (Lauren Miller/@lomillerphoto)
Bisha Hotel, One-Key, 80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto Kitty corner from the CN Tower, the Michelin Guide applauds the Bisha as a lively place to stay with elegant interior design and its four unique bars and restaurants. (Bisha Hotel)
Bisha Hotel, One-Key, 80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto The guide gave a special shout out to KOST thanks to its “top of the world” views, complete with a front-row seat to the CN Tower. (Bisha Hotel)
Fairmont Château Laurier, One-Key, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Overlooking the Rideau river near Parliament Hill, the guide says the rooms at this iconic hotel are "classically styled but thoroughly updated." (Fairmont Château Laurier)
Fairmont Château Laurier, One-Key, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa Guests who opt for the gold experience get their own check-in and access to a private lounge, where breakfast and evening canapes can be enjoyed. (Fairmont Château Laurier)
Merrill House, One-Key, 343 Main St. E., Picton In the heart of Prince Edward County, guests can stay inside of this red brick Gothic Revival mansion where each room is different from the next. (Merrill House)
Merrill House, One-Key, 343 Main St. E., Picton There are 14 eclectic rooms and suites boasting plenty of playful décor. It’s right off Main Street, so it serves as a quieter stay off the downtown drag. (Merrill House)
Park Hyatt Toronto, One-Key, 4 Avenue Rd., Toronto The rooms at this Yorkville hotel are either large or enormous, with some offering stunning views of the Toronto skyline. The Michelin Guide applauds the Park Hyatt for its location. (Hyatt)
The Ritz-Carlton, One-Key, 181 Wellington St. W., Toronto Right in the heart of the downtown core, guests can spend the night in a “lavish yet tasteful” room or suite at The Ritz-Carlton. (The Ritz-Carlton Toronto)
The Ritz-Carlton, One-Key, 181 Wellington St. W., Toronto The guide applauds the "impressive views" from The Ritz and its amenities like the Clarins spa, terrace and lounge. There are several places to visit and restaurants to eat at within walking distance of this hotel. (The Ritz-Carlton Toronto)
The Royal Hotel, One-Key, 247 Main St., Picton In the middle of the main drag of Picton, guests can step inside this red-brick hotel that blends contemporary finishings with heritage glamour. (Brooke Stephenson/The Royal Hotel)
The Royal Hotel, One-Key, 247 Main St., Picton Tourists flocking to PEC to visit the various wineries can stay here for "stylish and luxurious lodging", according to Michelin. The guide also notes the restaurants here prioritize farm-to-table cooking. (Doublespace Photography/The Royal Hotel)
Shangri-La Hotel, One-Key, 188 University Ave., Toronto Across all its 202 guest rooms, a quarter of which are suites, heated floors and floor-to-ceiling windows are the staple. (Shangri-La Hotel Toronto)
Shangri-La Hotel, One-Key, 188 University Ave., Toronto The Michelin Guide says even the most standard guest room is larger than you’d expect, and it applauds its amenities (like a yoga studio and Miraj Hammam Spa). (Shangri-La Hotel Toronto)
The Smith Hotel, One-Key, 221 Queen St., Kingston Those looking for a more unique place to stay can spend the night here, which used to be a 19th-century church. (Lauren Miller/@lomillerphoto)
The Smith Hotel, One-Key, 221 Queen St., Kingston There are lofts on the lower levels and there is a co-working space on the main floor of the church. (Lauren Miller/@lomillerphoto)
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Two-Keys, 60 Yorkville Ave., Toronto This hotel is tucked away in the heart of Toronto’s chic Yorkville neighbourhood. (Four Seasons Hotel Toronto)
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Two-Keys, 60 Yorkville Ave., Toronto The Michelin Guide says the rooms are sunny, stylish and tasteful, noting that since it’s the flagship Four Seasons, the service is its real strength. (Four Seasons Hotel Toronto)
Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Two-Keys, 60 Yorkville Ave., Toronto "Guests are looking for authenticity, a genuine sense of connection and the confidence that every detail has been thoughtfully considered on their behalf," General Manager Chelan Goonetilleke said. Goonetilleke says the goal is always to make every guest feel like they are having a genuinely personal experience when they stay at the Four Seasons in Toronto. (Four Seasons Hotel Toronto)
The Hazelton Hotel, Two-Keys, 118 Yorkville Ave., Toronto Of all the luxury boutique hotels in Toronto, the Michelin Guide says this is the crème de la crème because of its design, stunning interiors and “unashamedly high-end” suites. (The Hazelton Hotel)
The Hazelton Hotel, Two-Keys, 118 Yorkville Ave., Toronto The Michelin Guide compares this Yorkville hotel to the Waldorf-Astoria in New York and the Savoy in London, reflecting how these iconic hotels "must have once been." (The Hazelton Hotel)
The Hazelton Hotel, Two-Keys, 118 Yorkville Ave., Toronto The Hazelton Hotel is also brimming with high-end amenities, as the Michelin Guide points to its private screening room, spa, and hotel bar as major draws. (The Hazelton Hotel)
