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Chelsea Hotel Toronto
Canada's largest hotel, opened in 1975 with around 1,590 rooms, a family recreation area, an adult-only pool and gym, and casual dining at the Elm Tavern and Branches Deli.
At a glance
- Type
- Family-friendly hotel
- Area
- Downtown, Toronto, Canada
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- chelseatoronto.com
Good to know
- Family recreation area
- Adult-only pool and gym
- Tavern
- Deli
Why we recommend it
The Chelsea Hotel opened on 15 October 1975 as Delta's Chelsea Inn and, with around 1,590 rooms and suites, is described as the largest hotel in Canada. It has been owned by Hong Kong's Great Eagle Holdings since 1996 and operated by Langham Hospitality Group since 2013.
The Chelsea is a mid-range, family-oriented hotel rather than a luxury property, and that is its strength. The hotel runs family activities, which makes it a practical choice for parents travelling with children, while adults have their own separate pool and gym.
Dining is casual, with Branches Deli and mobile dining alongside the Elm Tavern.
Location is another advantage. The hotel's official address is 22 Elm Street in downtown Toronto, and Barberian's Steak House is just along the same street at number 7.
The Chelsea suits families, groups, budget-conscious travellers and anyone who wants a central base without paying luxury prices. Book directly with the hotel to see room types and packages. The hotel has recently completed a major multi-year renovation, and families are now at the centre of its offer. On the second floor, The Hive includes The Workshop, with play-based activities for younger children, The Studio, a digital and social space for older children and teenagers, and The Cove, an indoor pool with a 130-foot indoor corkscrew waterslide that the hotel says is the only one of its kind downtown. On the 27th floor, The Heights is an adults-only wellness area with the heated indoor Skyline Pool and its views over downtown, the outdoor Horizon Deck and a renovated movement studio. Room types run from standard Chelsea Rooms and studios with kitchenettes to one- and two-bedroom suites. The Elm Tavern serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, with a terrace in good weather and a daily happy hour from 4pm to 6pm, and children aged five and under eat free with an adult main course. Monarch's, on the lobby level, has live entertainment, and Time Zone Escapes runs two 60-minute escape rooms for groups of four to eight.
Reservations can be made by phone or online, and general enquiries go to the hotel's own email address.
Chelsea Hotel Toronto FAQs
Is it the largest hotel in Canada?
Yes. With around 1,590 rooms and suites, it is described as the largest hotel in Canada.
When did it open?
On 15 October 1975, as Delta's Chelsea Inn.
Is it good for families?
Yes. The Hive is a family recreation area, and the hotel runs family activities.
Is there a pool?
Yes. The Heights is an adult-only pool and gym.
Where can you eat?
The Elm Tavern, Branches Deli and mobile dining.
Where is it?
At 22 Elm Street in downtown Toronto.
Who operates it?
Langham Hospitality Group, for owner Great Eagle Holdings.
How can you contact the hotel?
By phone on 416 595 1975 or by email.