The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar

It was very easy to check in. The room was old, but very tidy and clean and had all the things I needed for my stay. The location can't be beat for the price. Very well soundproofed from the live performances downstairs, just the street outside is where the noise comes from which is typical for downtown Toronto. Comfortable bed and large enough space. I chose to have my own bathroom which was worth it.

When I arrived at the Rex I was a little daunted. The entry lobby was minimal, the area looked a bit rough, the corridors a bit narrow and my room very small and very unlike the chain motel model. I need not have feared however - the room was actually very comfortable and had everything I needed, where I needed it (often not the case in more glamorous looking rooms), the staff in that tiny lobby could not have been more helpful, the corridors were quiet as was my room - and the music in the bar was wonderful. I didn't mind paying the cover fee to dine while the live music played - it was well worth it - but if you did there were plenty of other restaurants nearby. While I was there I was privileged to hear a guest saxophonist who has been playing with the Rolling Stones for over 26 years - an old friend of the establishment. I walked the area a bit and saw no problems - it just had lovely, interesting, inner city grungy vibe, which even at 75 I loved. I had a room with private bathroom.

amazing location, great public transportation very close by, lots of shopping and food in walking distance, it was clean and cozy and great for the price. surprisingly not that loud above the jazz bar but I did stay on the very top floor. staff were nice and the room and amenities were just what a friend and I needed for 1 night after a concert. they let us check in a few hours early which was great as well. I would definitely stay here again and the friend I brought also told me she would as well, and I'd definitely recommend it to someone else.

Very unique and cool place in the heart of Toronto. Very helpful and friendly staff. Rooms where very basic but clean. The whole house has an artistic spirit and the neighbourhood is nice with many small shops and restaurants. We walked everywhere, even not too far to walk from Unionstation. We travelled with our 3 year old who enjoyed the all ages jam session at the Rex as well as the extra folding matress and his glas of milk for breakfast. Breakfast (coffee and toast) was served in the club or on the terrace. It was also possible to store our luggage on our day of departure. Thank you Rex!

It was a great location. It was clean. Good atmosphere out of the room. Good shower in the private bathroom. Convenient for main rail station. Whatever you read about what we didn't like, remember you get what you pay for. And it was inexpensive for the location. If breakfast not booked you can still have tea, coffee and toast. Hair dryer in room.