Clean facility, Good security, Quiet neighborhood, Historical house (circa 1880) with outside…read morecharacter that does not follow through to newer (mixed) decor in room itself. Nice alternative to hotel ---and adding in the parking fee, is essentially a similar price to a mid-level hotel. Smaller room than hotel, but that should be expected given the edifice. Overall: recommended.

When planning my Toronto vacation (for September 1-5, 2017) the toughest decision I had to make was…read morein deciding where I was going to stay. I wanted to be in or near downtown but the hotels in the heart of the city were so expensive around Labor Day. After searching a few other travel pages, I went to the trivago.com site and was fortunate to find out about Victoria's Mansion. The first thing I noticed was the affordable price, then the location and finally the positive reviews. I'd never stayed in a vacation guest house but in this case affordability outweighed fear of the unknown. The trivago site switched me over to hotels.com and from there I made reservations. I'm an early planner, so it was in March when I booked a basic single room for my September vacation. I paid about half the cost right away and didn't have to pay the rest until I checked in. The total price was only $277.98 in US dollars! After making the reservation, I got an email from Victoria's Mansion thanking me and telling me other things I needed to know (like check in times are between 3-7pm, they don't have elevators and if you're driving you need to make parking arrangements ahead of time). Their courtesy made me feel even better about my decision. Victoria's Mansion is in a very convenient location. After I got off the subway at Wellesley Station, all I had to do was turn left and walk about half a block until I got to Church Street. Then I made left down Church St., walked maybe two blocks until I got to Gloucester St., made another left and it was right there. One thing I immediately discovered while walking there is that the neighborhood is in a predominately gay/transgender area. Rainbow flags are hanging outside most of the nearby stores and I saw gay couples & a few TG/TV while on my way to the house. Also there is a gay nightclub and another club that has nightly drag queen shows close by on Church St. This wasn't an issue for me because I respect people's sexual orientations. Besides, the neighborhood is safe and clean. There is a local grocery, pizzerias, a Baskin Robbins & other fast food restaurants like Hero Burger. It was a little after 1pm when I arrived and the front door was locked. After I called on my phone, someone came, let me in and I completed my check in even though I was early. I was given a passcode to dial when entering the front door and manual keys (not a card key) to room 5. I had to walk down some steps and my room was on the same floor as their laundry room. The house looks & smells older in person but it's well managed. It's not really a mansion but a large house with lots of rooms. My room was very small, with a low ceiling that had a light I kept hitting my head on even though I'm only 6ft tall. With the exception of some dust on the phone (which looked like it hadn't been used in a long time) my room was clean. It has a television, a little refrigerator, a microwave, a cabinet with dishes inside, and a tiny restroom. The bed was about the size of a twin bed but was very comfortable. My room was small enough to where I once had to leave the room so housekeeping would have enough space to clean it. But since I was traveling alone the size of the room wasn't that big of a deal to me. Not all rooms are the same size as mine but I chose the cheapest one available. Here are a few other things you should know: 1) There is only one iron & ironing board and everyone staying there shares it. They keep it in the laundry room. 2) One of the rules there is that you cannot bring people who aren't staying there inside. So if you meet someone you're attracted to, you're going to have to take that person someplace else for a "nightcap." 3) There is no check out process. When you leave, all you do is just drop your keys in a slot by the front desk. 4) There is a dark, grungy 24 hr internet cafe on Yonge St. about a 10 minute walk away. I went there to print my airline boarding pass for the flight home. You'll see the weirdest people in Toronto at that internet cafe though. 5) I left early in the morning before the subway was running. I paid a whopping $65 (Canadian dollars) for a taxi from Victoria's Mansion to Pearson Airport! 6) Just about everything (CN Tower, the Toronto Island Ferry, Rogers Centre, Royal Ontario Museum) is easy to get to via public transit. Dundas Square (Toronto's answer to Times Square) and the Brass Rail strip club (read my yelp review on this club) are within walking distance. 7) I only saw one housekeeper while I was there, so the time your room is cleaned varies. I really enjoyed my stay at Victoria's Mansion. The little room grew on me and even though there were other guests staying there it was quiet and I never really saw them. It was like crashing at a relative's home where they let you come and go as you please, so long as you obey the house rules. It suited my needs perfectly and I would definitely stay there again.

This B and B is just what the name indicates an Estate with all the things that you would expect…read more "Stately, great view of the lake and Buffalo, big rooms, well decorated, friendly dog, a great host who does an outstanding job in making your stay a memorable one!" Breakfast was great and well presented. Lucias was was great place for dinner and you can walk if you choose to. Les Smeach Rootstown Ohio

This property and Ms. Tracy, the host, was exceptional. Tracy made us feel like welcome friends as…read morea guest rather than just another customer passing through. Highly recommended.

The Wilson House is under new ownership this year, and hopefully this time it sticks because it's…read morethe best effort yet. The burgers are great. Love the truffle fries and the giant pretzel, especially with the loganberry cream cheese. Our pickier son really liked the chicken fingers when I brought him. Usually he barely touches his food, but finished most of his dinner and even the leftovers, which almost never happens. Still need to try dessert. Drinks are great. They just added a specialty French 75 that's great. There's a spacious bar area with seating and a separate dining area if you want something brighter and quieter. Great service.

Good service and good food! The lake street chicken sandwich was so delicious; not dried out or…read morebland. Everyone else in my group had the baked or battered fish fry and they all loved their meals. I went around 5 PM on a Friday and it was already very busy so keep that in mind. I also loved the cozy ambiance of the old stone walls and large fireplace in the dining area. Definitely a great spot for dinner!

Stayed for three nights in the self-catering suites. Phenomenal stay... Room was very…read morewell-appointed, the welcoming and orientation process was warm and thorough. Awesome location if you want to be in a chill neighbourhood but within easy access of TTC subway and streetcar and onward to the rest of Toronto. All-in-all, if you're interested in staying somewhere where you can live like a local and be left to come and go as you please, this is your place!

Wonderful, cozy, clean room in quiet, quaint, convenient location. Self-catering option was…read moreperfect, and we had our own fridge in which to store food. As another review says, you feel tucked away, yet are right next to public transportation. The surrounding neighborhood and nearby High Park are lovely areas to stroll through, and the backyard of 89 Indian Grove is perfect for relaxing. You also feel very secure and safe in both the room/house and surroundings. Ziggy and Margo were very welcoming and accommodating as well, yet non-intrusive. Would absolutely stay here again!

What luck to be asked to be a plus one at a Yelp event at this amazing one-of-a-kind mansion. The…read moredecor inside is very eclectic, very unique and a whole lot of fun. It's as if Dali, Picasso, bits of mannequin, loads of a taxidermy shop where shaken all up and strewn all over in a very interesting and tasteful way. Each room is unique and very comfortable looking and each have their own special charm. One room has its own open tiled shower, balcony and four post bed. Another room has a suspended bed floating and hanging from the ceiling. And still another has a sitting area and resident stuffed black panther. A stay here would certainly bring fun into anyone's life as you can't help but smile as soon as you walk in the front door.

Since having moved from Toronto to Hamilton I've crashed on a LOT of my friends' couches when I…read moreneed to be in Toronto. Last week, I didn't want to ask anymore and I wanted to sleep on a bed for a change. Enter The Darling Mansion. It's a beautiful old mansion converted into a very cool B&B. Think Wes Anderson themed rooms and a mix of contemporary and old decor with Helmut Newton photography everywhere. Swoon. I loved being located on a residential street (Dovercourt!) near Queen West & Dundas West. Made me feel like I lived in Toronto all over again. Tanya, the "innkeeper"/brains behind the operation is a really cool person who made us feel right at home. In the morning she offered us delicious coffee and homemade breakfast. We stayed in the Wes Anderson room and for $99 it was a great deal. There's a shared bathroom for that room which was super clean & came with great shampoo, conditioner and loads of towels. I'll definitely be staying there again.

Great downtown deal The owner is always willing to…read moreaccomodate and make sure you are comfortable. You probably won't even see him since transactions are mostly done online or on the phone but he is always available by phone. I have had a few friends stay here and they were all happy. Good price with nice results, great location

I have stayed here twice now and it never disappoints. This year I went for Pride and lucked out…read moreas there was a last minute cancellation. My room was in the back of the house with a beautiful view of the back yard. I met some of the funniest and sweetest of people while staying there. The owner is just as sweet as he could be (and insanely hot). The decor of the place, the rooms, and just the whole vibe of the place is always so comforting to me. Thanks Dave, you're the best!

Nice rooms, clean and modern. steps to everything. Walking distance to History Venue. Streetcar at…read moredoor. Walking distance to the Beaches. Super market No Frills, Dollar store, Shoppers drug mart and many food options across the street. Free parking right in front.

I stayed on a Friday night because I had an early thing the next day. The booking system is kind of…read moreweird as you have to email them on their website and then they get back to you. They're quick to respond but I would've preferred an online system to book. The rooms are also at different prices. The upstairs are a bit more ($120) than the downstairs rooms ($105). I requested a quieter room so was booked upstairs, but I didn't find out until I got there. Its an extra $15 if you have an extra guest. For the location, I think this is actually cheaper than a lot of airbnbs and you also get breakfast. There's lots of restaurants on the same street and you're also not far (5 minute walk) from Dundas and Spadina where the Chinatown restaurants are. I met Issa at the house to check in and she was really nice. She showed me the house and the room with the codes for the door. The house is really clean and warm. They have a shared kitchen space with a stove and microwave which was nice if you want some snacks late at night. Upstairs, there's a cute little library and tv. For a Friday night, I expected the house to be loud but it was pleasantly quiet. I left too early for the breakfast but wish I had a chance to try -- the menu looked yummy!

The tiny, unassuming front of the house belies the warm, homey interior you encounter once inside…read moreBaldwin Village Inn. The entire home is very clean, spacious and well maintained. The building itself is very secure and you get your own passcode to enter. Parking is at a nearby lot, which by Toronto standards is an affordable $20 for a day, and is enclosed so your car is safe from the elements and most harm. The rooms themselves are comfortable, with a queen size bed, fresh linens and towels, a desk, your own tv, and we even had a couch. The shared bathrooms are nice and clean, although given how popular and large the B&B is with visiting professionals and professors it means that first thing in the morning there is a little bit of jockeying for the shower. But since everyone is friendly they do their shower shift quickly so that the next person can hop in. They also offer a huge selection of movies if you wanted to stay in and watch something in the common area, which is relaxed and comfy. Tess and her husband are fantastic - very friendly hosts, and they have a lot of interesting people stay there at the B&B, including business men, doctors, researchers/professors, and even students for the universities, and of course travelers like ourselves. The breakfast conversations are therefore lively and interesting. The breakfast itself is great, they have bagels and breads with different spreads and cheeses, fresh fruit, cereals, fresh coffee and juices (they had almond milk!!), and they will make you any egg dish that you want. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of the city near Chinatown and a bunch of museums and universities, and the street itself is filled with Japanese and a few other Asian restaurants, cafes, and vegetarian friendly places. It's a shame that we couldn't stay longer - but that just means that we'll have to come back to Toronto soon!

We stayed here recently for 3 nights. Very clean and comfortable place. Lisa and Doug are great…read morehosts. Their employees were wonderful too. They provide a huge, delicious breakfast. Very reasonable rates. Therese B.

This B&B was a great location while seeing the sites Toronto has to offer. Parking is available…read morenext to the B&B (for a daily rate) which was a big plus for us. The house was tidy and the breakfast tasty. The breakfast consisted of homemade granola, yogurt and fruit to start with and eggs (made to order), bagel, fried potatoes, and Canadian bacon to follow. If you are a light sleeper, I'd recommend the third-story rooms. We were in a second-story room and could hear the creaking floors with the foot steps of the guests upstairs. The second floor has a shared bathroom, which was clean and handy to the bedroom. Our room felt a bit cramped. It had too many pieces of furniture in it to feel roomy. Overall, it was what we were looking for during our couple days in Toronto.