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At one time, the King Eddie was the only place in Toronto where Hollywood royalty, such as Liz Taylor and Richard Burton, would stay. In the 1980s, after years of neglect, some local investors spent C$40 million to rescue it. The result recalls its former glory, with rosy marble columns and a glass-domed rotunda dominating the lobby. Although the guest rooms aren't what I'd call spacious -- 28 to 33 sq. m (300-350 sq. ft.) is standard -- their uniformly high ceilings give them a sweeping grandeur that is unusual. Unlike the standard-issue rooms in many competing hotels, these guest rooms have been decorated with a personal touch. The bathrooms are particularly nice, with large marble tubs.
Afternoon tea is an institution at the King Eddie (it's served in the mirrored lounge just off the lobby). The wood-paneled Consort Bar is perfect for people-watching while sipping a champagne cocktail.
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User Reviews for Le Meridien King Edward
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Great location, staff and clean!
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With one day to explore Toronto, doorman Chris was an absolute lifesaver. He guided us to an awesome farmers market then gave us a rave review of the hockey hall of fame. The hotel...
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- posted on 05.27.12
- by Jmcc33
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charged me for "incidentals"
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Charged me for "incidentals" on my credit card. Hotel was pre paid and when I got home found out that the hotel charged me $150 for "incidentals", just in case there...
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- posted on 05.24.12
- by anthonyl238
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The Old King is Alive and Well
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Since the early 1980s, the King Eddie (properly "Le Meridien King Edward" on King Street East one block from Yonge, but no Torontonian has ever called it that) has been my...
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- posted on 05.21.12
- by JohnL76
Awards:
Frommer's
- Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +1 416 863 9700
- fax: +1 416 367 5515
- send email
Address:
- 37 King St. E.
- Toronto, ON M5C 1E9
Neighborhood:
DowntownAmenities:
- air-conditioning
- bar
- breakfast included
- business-facilities
- child-care
- currency-exchange
- fitness-club
- internet-available
- non-smoking
- pets-allowed
- more
Brand name:
- Le Méridien
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