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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
than two weeks or up to several months.
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All Rates subject to change: 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. |
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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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Lowther Suites
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Budget 'efficiency' units in downtown Toronto containing
both double and single bed, equipped kitchenette, private
bath with tub and shower, cable TV, direct-dial telephone,
free high speed internet and individually controlled heat
and A/C. Daily maid service, coin laundry rooms, available
on-site parking access. 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 . Weekly $455-$595 |
The Grange Hotel has studio units in a modern six story building. Each room has an equipped kitchenette and a private bath, along with cable television and free Internet access. Daily maid service is included and a coin operated laundry room is available for guest usage on every floor. On-site parking is available in our parking lot. |
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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 . |
Morningside
House For more information please contact: info@morningsiderooms.com
or visit
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Brunswick - Local Apartment |
Brunswick Avenue |
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 Program Team (programs(PUT_AT_SIGN_HERE)fields.utoronto.ca ">programs(PUT_AT_SIGN_HERE)fields.utoronto.ca ). 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 |
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
Gardens B&B (Jarvis and Gerrard) |
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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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Homewood Inn |
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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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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 For more information and to check availability, please contact Paulette Warren, 416 410 7561, or email at: paulette.warren@silkwoodproperties.com.
On-line Resources
Car Rentals
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Furnished 1 BR, $1600/month all inclusive, available May 1 - July 15 (image) Professor at U of T who is going abroad this summer, looking to sublet large sunny one-bedroom. It is walking distance from campus, as well as 5 minutes from the Rosedale subway station, and 10 minutes from the city center at Yonge and Bloor. It is on the 17th floor of a high rise, overlooking a park, balcony. Possible to make arrangements for a parking space if necessary. The building also has laundry, a gym, and a pool. Contact: jeelmi<at>gmail.com Casa Loma, 2 bdrm (posted April 16) 1200 sq.ft. top floor, small, quiet, heritage, brownstone on the park. French doors, wood burning fireplace, skylight, roof garden and sundeck, a/c, at TTC, close to shopping, street prkg, $2o00 + hydro. May 1, First and last required upon signing the contract. The condo is furnished and cleaning is included. Long term lease preferred. 416 516 2842 or 416 659 0648. info<at>foresthillreadingclinic.com Student Summer sublet (posted April 16) U of T student who is leaving for the summer and looking
for two people to sublet 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment
is on 222 Elm street, M5T1K5. Fully Furnished, High speed
internet all for $1500 Downtown Toronto home for rent. (Posted March 24, 2013) Available from mid-June 2013 to August 2014 (Flexible) 3 storey west Annex Victorian, beautifully decorated two bedroom + den, quiet tree lined street. Great neighbourhood, steps to Bathurst subway, grocery stores, coffe shops,parks and good schools. Short walk to ROM, RCM, AGO, UofT, Litlle Italy... Central AC, heating, laundry. Fully furnished, including dishes, linens, towels etc. Perfect for visiting academics and their families. Nonsmokers only, dogs ok. $2500 all inclusive. http://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/OfferedEdit.aspx?id=77105 For further details contact ifarah<at>mathstat.yorku.ca or call 416-300-6395. Room for rent (posted March 21, 2013) Private House in Prime Riverdale (posted March 5th, 2013) Available from mid-July 2013 to mid-July 2014 (Flexible) Large semi three story house on quiet residential street in Torontos Riverdale neighbourhood. Easy walking to two large, well equipped parks, Chinatown and The Danforth. Can get to downtown core easily and quickly either by bike, public transit, or car. Has one/two bedrooms and/or one/two offices. Fully furnished c/w fully equipped kitchen, linens, towels and electronics. House is comfortable, bright. Has legal street parking available. The monthly fee is $1500.00 p/m plus, including partial utilities only to the right candidate/s. Nonsmokers only, but will consider pets. For further details contact Pbartl<at>hotmail.com or call 416-469-9575. FURNISHED 2 Bedroom Apartment for rent Available September to May each year $2950/mth. Ask for discount for Fields Institute attendees. (Updated posting: Apr. 2013) Please inquire about availability. To view photos go to http://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/26616 Beautifully furnished, fully equipped 23rd floor condo in downtown Toronto: sunny, privately owned 2 bedroom (Queen and Double - second bedroom can also be used as an office/den), 2 bathrooms (master en suite). AEG and Liebherr kitchen appliances and washer and dryer. Common areas include 24/7 concierge, gym, sauna, party room, lounge (with 54" TV/VCR, pool table), roof top patio. Utilities, wireless internet, bed linens and towels, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and monthly light housecleaning service included. Would suit couple or can be shared by two academics (split bedroom layout provides privacy for both). $2950/mth Contact: Chantal [adelaidechurch<at>gmail.com] (*this location has been viewed by Fields staff and is recommended) Large I Bedroom Apartment available after Sept. 1, 2013
w/garden walk-out in Annex Location (posted April 30)
Private House (posted Feb. 1, 2013) Fully furnished, all-inclusive 1 Bedroom Available Immediately (posted December 17, 2012) Fully furnished, all-inclusive and updated south facing one bedroom Annex apartment with high ceilings and hardwood floors, a bright sunny kitchen with a walk-out to a large deck. The bedroom has a queen size bed & two closets. Includes heat, electricity, laundry, air-conditioning, internet and cable. Excellent for visiting academics and business people. 5 minute walk to U Of T campus, 15 minute walk to the hospitals on University Ave Or downtown. Available immediately or for January 1st. Call Anne Marie @ 416-806-3423 or email: info@lorusso.ca for a viewing. Photo Spacious 2 Bedroom, Available Early January-Close to U of T (posted December 4, 2012) U of T within 25 minutes, or take the subway three stops. Unfurnished 2 bedroom, well cared for 1930s walk-up. Steps to St Clair West subway, and shopping. Parks, Cedarvale Ravine and Wychwood Art Barns with weekly farmer's market are nearby.Call 416-652-0231 to arrange viewing. Details: Third-floor unit about 950 sq ft faces west big windows, very sunny living and dining rooms. Living room 18 x 14.5; dining room 10.5 x 11; master bedroom 16 ft x 14; 2nd bedroom 10.5 x 11. Ceiling fans in both bedrooms. Kitchen is 10.5 x 8, open to living room lots of counter space. Under-the-counter refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher. Kitchen and bathroom updated. Hardwood and window blinds throughout. Large window A/C in living room. On-site caretaker. Security system. Laundry in basement. Bicycle room in building and parking available nearby. *References and credit check required for minimum one-year lease*. $1,750/month includes all utilities. Pictures 1 Bedroom Available Immediately (posted December 3, 2012) Room is available immediately located at 25 Ross St. Toronto. Close to the University of Toronto, 2 minutes from Fields.The cost is $650 per month. (no kitchen usage). Contact: John Chow, 647-400-2578 Beautiful Renovated Victorian Home for Rent in Beaconsfield Village - Downtown Toronto Neighbourhood. (posted November 20, 2012) 3+ bedroom house, 2+ bathroom for rent in Beaconsfield Village. Ideal for young families, academics, professionals or executives. Rare, fully renovated exclusive home on quiet residential street between Queen and Dundas. This home has never been rented before and has been lived in by the current owners until now. Roughly 2,500+ sq. ft plus finished basement, 2 car garage, backyard and roof deck. Stainless steal appliances (dishwasher, gas stove and fridge), plus microwave, washer and dryer. Landscaped yard. LOCATION: Quiet residential street between Queen and Dundas, close to Ossington. (west side of city). Access to public transportation (street cars, buses and subway). Walk to grocery store, coffee shops, Trinity Bellwoods park, recreational activities, and restaurants on Ossington/Queen West. DETAILS: Unfurnished. $3995/month. Utilities extra. CONTACT: laurelsutton <at> gmail.com or 416.648.1161 Pictures: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 House available Feb. 15- July 31 (posted Nov. 15) For rent: A 3-storey, semi-detached completely renovated house with finished basement in historical and trendy Cabbagetown-district. Within 30 minutes walking & 10/15 minutes cycling distance from downtown Toronto + University of Toronto + Ryerson University. Easy access to streetcar, subway, and major highways. With three bathrooms, a powder room, 4 + bedrooms, a 3rd floor deck with view of downtown, and a patio and private garden, the house is very comfortable for a family of four to six. Price (negot.) 3,400/month includes heating, electricity, internet, phone. Available Feb. 15 to July 31 2012. For pictures and more info: http://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/ Contact info: Trudo.lemmens<at>utoronto.ca Apartment available for rent. (Updated October 10,
2012) Studio apartment for female, 18+ , non smoker (posted October 10, 2012) Wychwood Area near St. Clair Ave West and Bathurst St. Studio: with kitchenette boasting a bar height table with stools and has a mini fridge, microwave, kettle, dishes etc. and pantry. A four piece shared bathroom. Fully furnished for single occupancy. Room has Twin bed with a Serta Mattress, 32 inch television with CABLE and DVD player and internet (WIFI) is included. Dresser and mirror, writing/computer desk and a comfortable arm chair. Private entrance below grade level- but is an above average private space. Housing in a unit with professional business woman and two grown children and pet Maltese. http://yourhomeaway.wordpress.com/2012/05/05/st-clair-ave-w-and-wychwood-toronto-canada/ Laundry facilities are available once a week for free on the premises. The room has a lock on the door and your privacy is respected as we expect ours to be too. Street permit parking available. (Image) The room does NOT include telephone service or meals. This is a smoke free home and because we have a small quiet dog please no additional pets. Walking distance from subway and 24 hour public transportation service. Rental Per Month: $750.00 includes all utilities (WIFI and cable) Contact Information and for a tour, please send me your email or phone number and tell me a little about yourself and I will contact you: stayinYYZ 'at' gmail.com 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 Bachelor on King West (posted March 28, 2012) Easy transit to UToronto. Approx. 500 Sq.F., $1600/mth utilities and internet included. Building is equipped with security, exercise room, and pool. Call for details and viewing. Pictures: 1 2 3 4 5 Contact Victoria for more information: 416-520-6600 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
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)
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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