Sameen & Ainan

Where to stay in Toronto?

We have provided a few recommendations on where to stay during the wedding. Some options are closer to the Reception venue, some are closer to our parents' homes, and some are for those who want to check out downtown Toronto.

Feel free to choose what works best for you! 

This hotel is located ten minutes away from the Wedding Reception Venue - The Guild Inn Estate. 

There are some good rates for this hotel if you book through Expedia - but definitely book in advance! 

This hotel is located a few minutes away from our parents' homes. 

Its close to a movie theatre, many restaurants, stores and activities

The group link to book this hotel is here

These suites are also located a few minutes away from our parents' homes. They are more apartment style, and are great for families. Its a walk away from the movie theatre, restaurants, stores and activities.

Please go to the following website: www.torontooakville.homewoodsuites.com and add the following corporate code: 560061264

The suites can be booked for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night. Cancellation and Change Policy is 48 hours prior to arrival.

There are tons of nice places to stay in Toronto - here are a few hotels we listed out:

- Fairmont Royal York

- Westin Harbour Castle 

- Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

- Chelsea Hotel

- Shangri-La

- Thompson Hotels 

- One King West

With the many options for hotels around downtown, we recommend booking with airbnb to find something that works for you!

There are so many fun things to do around Toronto! 

For those of you who have not been here before, we thought we would share some of our fun activities and our favourite places to eat! 

Feel free to ask us if you need any additional insights during your stay! 

If you want to travel to downtown we recommend taking the GO Train / Bus. Driving downtown can take time during the summer. Usually there is a lot of traffic to and from the city, and finding parking can get difficult.   

Every GO Station has a parking lot where you can park your car, (overnight included for most) and make your way downtown.

Here are some of our favourite local activities in Toronto:

St. Lawrence Market: This is a major public market in Toronto and is a must-visit for any foodie in Toronto

Kensington Market: This is a walkable bohemian neighbourhood that draws artists and tourists to its indie shops, vintage boutiques and arts spaces 

Ripleys Aquarium: This one is great for kids! If you want to check out a giant aquarium with all kinds of sea creatures - this is the place to go! Its also right beside the CN tower so you can get some good snaps of that too! 

Graffiti Alley: If you are walking around the city, this is a great route to pass through. The name is says it all - its long alley with graffiti / murals along the way! 

Here are some of our favourite restaurants to check out:

Pai - Great place to enjoy some Thai food! 

Kinka Izakaya - A fun and loud place to enjoy Japanese tapas

Byblos - A little more on the pricier side - but one of our favourites! Try a great a contemporary spin on Eastern Mediterranean cuisine

La Carnita - If you are in the mood for tacos - this is a standard for us! 

Lee – by Susur Lee - Balancing the epicurean traditions of China with the classical techniques of French cuisines

Oakville is a smaller suburban city outside of Toronto. Here are a few of the fun things to do in Oakville:

Dave & Busters - this is the Chuck-e-cheese for adults! A mix of food and arcades. For those of you staying at the Hilton Garden Inn, in Oakville, this is a very close by!

Cineplex Cinemas Winston Churchill - if you're in for a movie, this place is full of different restaurants and activities. For those of you staying at the Hilton Garden Inn, in Oakville, this is a very close by! 

Walk by Oakville or Burlington Waterfront - if you go south towards the lake, there are plenty of parks and trails to stroll through! 

Aerosports Trampoline Park - this a fun place to jump around with the kids (and adults!) 

Here are some great eating spots in Oakville:

Waton Kabob - This place is known for their tasty Afghani food - its a family favourite, and is also super reasonable! 

Harpers Landing - This is a light-filled bistro offering pizza, pasta & burgers with a large patio

Maro's - This place is known for their homestyle middle-eastern food with a twist! 

The Plank - this place has a rustic feel with seasonal small plates, gourmet pizza, and fresh eats. Its a great place for family dining. 

Colossus Greek Taverna - if you are in the mood for some greek food, check this place out!