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Hotels and InnsThese hotels are frequently used by Fields Institute visitors. Most are within walking distance from the Institute. Please note rates are subject to change. Effective in 2004, a 3% Tourism Marketing Levy Tax will also be applicable to all room accommodations. (This tax does not apply to all Inns below. Please check for more information when reserving)
Short-term Apartment
Apartment hotels can be used when accommodation is required for more
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Holiday
Inn Bloor Yorkville
Metropolitan
Hotel
Hilton
Garden Inn Toronto City Centre
Courtyard
by Marriott Downtown Toronto
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Please note we require a valid credit card number and expiry
date, either Visa or MasterCard. No pets allowed.Weekly
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Town Inn Suites (suitable for 1 wk-6 mth rentals) 620 Church Street Toronto M4Y 2G2 Tel: (416) 964-3311 Fax: (416) 924-924-9466 E-mail: reservations@towninn.com Daily and monthly rates. Monthly accomodation must be prepaid prior to check-in, and is non-refundable.Rates include continental breakfast, facilites include swimming pool, tennis courts and laundry facilities. Ask for "University of Toronto" Corporate rate when booking |
Gloucester
Suites – a Victorian 5-plex located on a tree-lined
residential street close to Bloor/Yonge/Yorkville. Walking
distance to Fields
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Request "University of Toronto" rate to receive
10% discount, and show invitation letter or confirmation
of registration to The Fields Institute when checking in.
Rates do not include room tax .
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Located on the top floors of The Sutton Place Hotel Toronto
Apartment rentals with that little extra . . . Located from the 19th - 31st floors these Studio, One or Two bedroom units are located in The Sutton Place Hotel and have access to the general hotel services and amenities such as 24 hour Room Service, Business Centre, Fitness Centre and Pool, Restaurant, Wi-Fi Internet access and Concierge. Many units have a balcony and all units have a fully equipped
kitchen with full sized appliances including microwave, stove
with an oven, and refrigerator. Some units have a dishwasher. Approx. rates depend on lenght of stay and season |
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- Local Apartment (15 minutes walk to Institute - 3 blocks to Spadina) 280 Brunswick, Toronto, ON Please register on-line. E-mail: keith@bandnob.com Non-smoking, 14 night minimum; leave on three days notice Self-contained apartment, private entrance * Please only respond if you never smoke: other guests have been promised a smoke-free environment and the heating system circulates air throughout the house. |
Brunswick Avenue |
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Executive Apartments |
Morningside
House For more information please contact: info@morningsiderooms.com
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Ave.) 97 Spadina Rd. 416-828-0841 Email: dolenzc@hotmail.com Rates: $700+/mth Minimum stay: 2months Amenities: A/C, private kitchenette, furnished, coin-laundry, parking avail. Transit: Located near Spadina subway station; 5min to campus |
Garden Suite: Suitable for families and monthly stays,
2 bedroom apartment, fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom,
shower room, powder room laundry room, fireplace, private
deck. $250.00 CDN + 13% HST. City Pad: Spacious three bedroom apartment. Large open concept Living room with bay window looking out to a tree lined residential street. $275.00 + 13% HST . |
Village
by the Grange
Lowther
Suites
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Chestnut Residence, University of Toronto
Apartments
on Bay
PoshDigsStudent Residences and Rooms for Rent
The residences listed below are available throughout the year for
students.
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UToronto
Summer Accommodation |
Student
Housing Office, University of Toronto
Long-term visitors to the Fields Institute are eligible to use the housing services of the University of Toronto upon presentation of a letter of confirmation, available from the Members Liaison. The housing office is in the Koffler Centre, 214 College Street. You must purchase a $22 membership to use the service for 8 weeks. You may find the application form on the following website: http://www.housing.utoronto.ca/student/order_membership.aspx |
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This residence is in the heart of downtown about 15 minutes
walk to Fields, easily accessible by subway and Airport Express
shuttle. Non smoking, centrally located university residence
that offers space for visitors affiliated with the University
of Toronto. |
Planet Traveller
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Hostel (Affordacom) Affordable Accommodations 280 Augusta Avenue,Toronto, M5T 2L9 (416) 929-4777 • Fax (416) 925-5495 • Located in Kensington Market area, 10 min. from Fields • Shared (dorm) and private rooms • Phones & Free local calls in all rooms • Other Fields visitors have not recommended this location, it's only features are that it is close to Fields and relatively cheap Approx. Daily Rates + tax (*subject to change without notice) Single (1 double bed) 1 Person $65, 2 People $75: Double (2 double beds) 2 People $85 Approx.Weekly Rates+ tax (*subject to change without notice) Single (1 double bed) 1 Person $395, 2 People $450 Double (2 double beds) 2 People $495 |
Bed and Breakfasts, Guest Houses and Inns
There are many B&B's in downtown Toronto. Prices vary from
$55 - $115 per night, breakfast included. Some are equipped with
kitchen and laundry facilities for longer stays. Those located within
walking distance from the Fields Institute are listed below.
For more resource information see The Toronto Bed and Breakfast Association or Bed and Breakfast Homes of Toronto Association
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Baldwin
Village Inn 9 Baldwin St. Toronto Inn is a 5 minute walk from the Institute, within the restaurant patios of Baldwin Street. Has 6 guest rooms on the first and second floor.All guest rooms feature queen-sized high beds. Room rates start approx. $80-$110 plus taxes, based on single occupancy. Premium continental breakfast is included with your stay. Note all have shared washrooms. (note they also have facilities for longer stays-Click on "Extended Stay" see website www.baldwininn.com. |
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Amis - A Vegetarian B&B (15 minute walk to Fields) 31 Granby Street Toronto, ON Tel: (416) 591-0635 Fax: (416) 591-8546 E-mail: Paul-Antoine & Michelle Buer Viewed by Fields staff an unassuming local B&B, very centrally located From College & Yonge, walk 1 block south of College (called Carleton after Yonge) and across the parking lot to Granby Street. They're three quarters down the street. French and English spoken. Shared bathroom. Prices subject to change. Non-smoking environment. Twin beds available Approx. Rates (*subject to change without notice): Single: $85; Double:$115 |
Au Petit
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Mansion Guest House (Yonge & Bloor area) 68 Gloucester Street Toronto, ON M4Y 1L5 Tel.: 416-921-4625 Fax: 416-944-1092 E-mail: victorias.mansion@sympatico.ca Web: www.victoriasmansion.com Rates may change without notice: Single Rooms: from $69 depending on season. Double Rooms: from $99 depending on season. Queen/King Rooms: from $109 depending on season. Studio Apt. with kitchen: from $139 depending on season. Weekly & monthly rates available. Self-contained bed-sitting rooms with privatebath, microwave, and fridge. dishes, linens, laundry room, maid service, TV, phone, wireless internet, AC, and parking. |
Global Guest
House (Spadina and Bloor St.) |
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Each of our eighteen ecologically friendly rooms is equipped
with en suite bathroom, in room phone and high speed internet
connection, mini-fridge, coffee-maker, cable T. V. On site
laundry and parking also available. A variety of cold breakfast
snacks are available for your convenience. Smoke free environment.
*FREE Wi-Fi* Annex Quest House does not charge Tourism
Marketing Levy Tax on monthly rates. |
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Alan
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Guest House (Bloor & Spadina area) 118 Spadina Road Toronto ON M5R 2T8 Tel: 416-922-5220 E-mail: info@havinn.com Web: www.havinn.com Approx. rates, subject to change: Single room: $59.00 + Tax/day, Double room: $74.00 + Tax/day. Weekly and Monthly rates available (January 01 to May 31). Victorian home, shared bath, super continental breakfast,cable TV with free movie channels. Free wireless internet service. Kitchen privileges. Non-smoking. Onsite parking, Walk to campus. Environmentally sensitive. |
Feathers |
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Toronto Townhouse
B&B Toll Free Reservations: 1-877.500.O466 We have had many satisfied patrons of the Fields Institute
stay with us in the past, and look forward to many more visitors.
213 Carlton, Toronto Townhouse B&B are multiple Toronto
Tourism Award Winners! We offer suites, and affordable rooms
in the heart of downtown Toronto. Public transit stops at
our door. Parking available. FREE Local and Long Distance
calling within North America for our in-house guests! FREE
Wi-Fi as well! Directions to Field's: Walk west on Carlton Street, which turns into College on the other side of Young Street. Continue walking west for about five and a half blocks to 222 College St. |
Single/Double occupancy rates (*subject to change without
notice):
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Beverly
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Madison Manor
Annex
Quest House
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Woman's Guest Room & Subterranean Guest Rooms
Castlegate
Inn
Apartments and Longer Term/Sublet Accommodations
(rentals for more than one month)
The Fields Institute actively seeks out long-term accommodation
resources for Institute members who are visiting for an extended period
of time. Resources will be listed here for your use. All rental arrangements
must be made directly between tenant and rental agents or landlords.
Fields Institute staff cannot do this on your behalf.
- Bachelor: $900 - $1000
- One-bedroom apartment: $1000 - $1500
- Two-bedroom apartment: $1500 - $2000
Please be aware that Toronto's rental housing vacancy rate is one of the lowest in Canada. Program participants are advised to visit Toronto several months in advance of their stay at the Fields Institute in order to find appropriate accommodation. This is particularly important for members visiting with their families. Approximate rental rates in Toronto are as follows:
Local resources for housing can also be found in the daily Toronto
Newspapers.
Daily Newspapers listing classified ads for rental accommodations:
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If
you stay at one of these locations and have issues or compliments
regarding your stay, please let us know so we can inform other
visitors.
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U of T Real Estate Department -Visting
Faculty Housing Program. Village by the Grange (15 minutes walk to Fields, very central, next door to Art Gallery of Ontario and Grange Park) 53 McCaul St. Unit 360, Toronto, ON Phone: (416) 599-5797 Fax: (416) 599-5796 E-mail: vbtgfurnishedsuites@yahoo.ca Sizes vary from a Junior 1 Bedroom Apt. (420 Square Feet) approx. .$1700.00 Per Month up to a Large 2 Bedroom Apt. (885 Square Feet) approx. $2250.00 Per Month Please note we require a valid credit card number and expiry
date, either Visa or MasterCard. No pets allowed.Weekly
Rates Are Available Upon Request. Lowther Suites 88 Lowther Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5R 1E2 Short or long-term. (Bloor-St.George. 10 minute walk through U of T campus to Fields.) Fully furnished and equipped apartments in a restored Edwardian mansion listed in the Toronto Historic Register. Comfortably small building with just five suites on 3 floors, some with deck and fireplace. Weekly housekeeping, all kitchenware, linens, ensuite laundry, complimentary local telephone, hi-speed internet, satellite TV and radio, DVD, parking, all inclusive. Located on a quiet residential street, yet just a block away from shops, supermarkets and restaurants on Bloor Street. Rates vary depending on length of stay and size of suite. Monthly from $2900; weekly from $1050. Mention Fields Institute for discounts. For Reservations call 416-925-4600 E-mail info@lowthersuites.com Note from Fields staff: Location viewed, suitable for senior researcher, beautiful building, quite posh, easy walk to Fields Minto Furnished Suites15-20 minute walk to Fields. Suites in downtown Toronto, a one bedroom apartment on Elm St. Yorkville Location 38 Elm Street Location Approx. Rates: $105-155 per night, one month minimum Contact (416) 923-1000 or Toll Free at 1-800-667-8483  Gloucester
Suites – Most suites are rented on a monthly basis.
Rates from $70 to $150 per night, based on 30 day rentals. The
bedrooms in the two bedroom suites each have ensuite bathrooms
for added privacy, great for sharing!Some pets may be accepted,
with deposit for damages and special disinfecting cleaning.For more information and to check availability, please contact Paulette Warren, 416 410 7561, or email at: paulette.warren@silkwoodproperties.com.
On-line Resources
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Toronto Sabbatical Rental Furnished Bachelor on King West (posted March 28,
2012) Apartment for sublet (posted March 8, 2012) 44 Charles St West Toronto, Ontario M4Y 1R7 (North-east corner of Bay St and Charles St) 5 minute walk to the University of Toronto. Above the Manulife building, Holt Renfrew Shopping Centre and Yonge-Bloor Subway Station. Direct access to the international airport using one subway token. Fully furnished 2 bedroom apartment, 2 full bathrooms, spacious kitchen with a large island, large living room with upright piano and 24-hour security. AVAILABLE July 15, 2012 to September 20, 2012 *The start date could be earlier. Minimum rental period is two months. A shorter rental period can be negotiated. Rates: $2600 per month for use of the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms $1800 per month for the use of one bedroom and 2 bathrooms *Rates negotiable Contact: Carol or Ron rytsin2004@yahoo.ca Toronto Sabbatical Rental (posted February 3, 2012) Large Victorian house in vibrant safe Annex neighborhood: : 3 bedrooms plus self contained 3rd floor flat and deck.; Large back yard, parking, and all amenities Minutes to subway and surface transportation; Walk to Univ. of Toronto, major medical centers and research libraries; excellent schools. Available Aug.2012-Aug.2013. $3500.Will consider swap with NYC apt. For information contact: frieda.forman@utoronto.ca FURNISHED 2 Bedroom Apartment for rent Little Italy (Posted February 14, 2011) Beautiful newly fully furnished 1-bedroom-plus-den modern condo at the Europa, College St & Palmerston Ave. Unobstructed south view. Minutes from UofT or the Fields'. Includes parking, all utilities, $2450 monthly. 647-729-0834, je.palmerston@gmail.com. Photos available at http://www.showitoff.ca/308palmerston/. Bedroom in 4plex available for rent-Bayview and Eglinton
area, $600/month (posted Jan. 11, 2012) Exceptional 1 bedroom sublet overlooking UofT-Available for 6 months or more (posted Nov. 17, 2011) Location: Just north of Bloor St. It's a 3-minute walk from campus and the Royal Conservatory and 2 minutes to the St. George subway line. Description: The apartment, in a 1960's building, consists of 2 rooms (plus full kitchen and bath), is furnished and well equipped-all rooms enjoy unobstructed full south views (lots of sun). In addition, there is a south-facing 40ft. long private balcony/terrace, with views over the city and neighbouring park. Cost: $1175 per month. Guarantees required Term: Available for 6 months or more. Occupancy any time after Nov. 22. Contact: 416-920-9398 until Nov.20; 305-600-5169 after Nov. 20 Email: mccrae1@att.net One-bedroom Suite, 3rd floor Suite in Private Annex Home Close to UToronto, Bloor and Bathurst, $100/night double or single occupancy, microwave and mini fridge, min. 3 days, max 2 weeks. Contact David or Deborah 416 532-1428 dkirshner<at>hotmail.com (Posted Jan.3/11) Long term rentals (originally posted July 15, 2010) Spacious and bright one-bedroom loft, freshly fitted with quality furnishings (approx. 800 sq ft). The loft is fully equipped with all bedding, bathroom and kitchen accessories. A convenient location, only a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute streetcar ride to the Fields Institute. Included: Internet, cable and local phone service Ensuite washer and dryer Central Air Conditioning and Central Heating Parking available at an additional cost No smoking permitted inside the building. Available for short and long stays. Rates depend on the time of the year and the length of the stay, starting from $2,500 a month. For inquiries please email CamdenLoft@gmail.com or call (647) 729-0834. Furnished 1-Bedroom Flat on Tree-Lined Street (Posted Dec. 16/10) Available year-round; please inquire for availability. For photos & maps, visit www.indiangroveflat.com/piedaterre.html $1,600/month, including utilities, wireless High-Speed internet, cable TV, and local telephone. One-bedroom apartment in the High Park area of Toronto. It is on a very safe, green, and quiet street, one block (4 minutes' walk) from Keele subway station. The University of Toronto (at St. George Station) is 8 subway stops away. The flat is around the corner from 400-acre-large High Park. The neighbourhood has thriving shops, bakeries, cafes & restaurants.. The flat is on the first floor of a house, is very bright, clean, and nicely furnished, and has its own private deck overlooking the garden - as well as shared access to the garden and the front porch. It is very well-equipped with everything one might need for a long-term stay and has access to an attached laundry suite. The flat and premises are Non-Smoking. Parking space included. Email: Shannon [contact(at)indiangroveflat.com]
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Shared Accommodation
Visitors who would like to share accommodation or have a room,
apartment or house to share may use this site as a bulletin board.
All rental arrangements must be made directly between parties, Fields
Institute staff cannot do this on your behalf. Notices or requests
for shared accommodation can be sent to housing@fields.utoronto.ca
Shared Accommodations Downtown Toronto, 2 Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment (posted February 3, 2012)
Apartment to shared:
Two bedroom two floor apartment at Gerard and Jarvis in downtown Toronto. The bedroom is large with a large closet and a private entrance. Shared washroom, living room, dining room and kitchen, dishwasher, laundry, parking and some storage. Includes high speed wi-fi internet and internet phone. 10 minutes to Dundas or College Subway stations and is located in a gay community of Toronto.
The room is $600.00 per month inclusive. Room is 15 x 15 ft has its own private entrance to parking and deck including a large closet. Contact Brett at 416-708-7109 or brettreneau@gmail.com
Pictures: Dining and Kitchen Living Room Living Room 2 Living Room 3
Roommate for my two bedroom apartment. (Posted July 21, 2011)
penthouse on two floors with three bathrooms, two bedrooms (each bedroom has its own bathroom) and an open concept living/dining area. intersection of Strachan and King, on the streetcar route.
$ 1200 including the utilities, cable, internet and basic phone. Contact : Grazia Viola [graziaviola(at)gmail.com]
This information is presented as a matter of service only; there may be changes without notification. Users of this list communicate, enter into contracts, and do business with individuals, companies or firms at their own risk. The Directors, representatives or employees of The Fields Institute shall not be liable for any errors or omissions made in the compilation or printing of this list.