The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar

Hotels
7.5 (2046 reviews)
194 Queen Street West , Toronto , CA

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (Queen West / close to transit)
Live jazz/music and vibrant atmosphere
Friendly, helpful staff
Good on-site food/pub and good showers
Many rooms reported as clean and comfortable
Cons:
No elevator — difficult with heavy luggage
Shared/hallway bathrooms; some reports of unclean shared facilities
Small rooms and small bathrooms
Street/band noise for some rooms
Complimentary breakfast is basic and starts late

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Many reviewers report rooms being clean and acceptable, but multiple comments note shared bathrooms can be dirty and hallway bathrooms are an issue.
Service
8.5
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and courteous across reviews; service is a clear positive.
Location
9
Consistently praised — ideal Queens West/Queen Street position, close to transit, restaurants and downtown attractions.
Room Quality
6
Rooms are described as small and sometimes noisy (street or band), with small bathrooms and occasional maintenance issues (door not closing), though beds/pillows and showers were comfortable for many.
Amenities
7
Strong live-jazz venue and on-site food/drinks are major positives, but lack of an elevator and reliance on shared bathrooms lower the score.
Value for Money
6.5
Several guests note city-centre prices feel high; some feel the location and cleanliness justify cost, others find it pricier than expected.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Pub/restaurant food and the jazz-bar experience receive positive mentions; complimentary breakfast is very basic and service starts late for some guests.
Overall Experience
9
Overall a joyful, memorable stay for many due to location, music and friendly staff — negatives (small rooms, shared baths, no lift) reduce appeal for some but do not dominate most reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-28 22:39

Property Description

Live Music Every Night
Experience the vibrant music scene at The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar, located in downtown Toronto. Enjoy the lively atmosphere and talented musicians while staying in the heart of the city.

Modern Rooms with Amenities
Relax in our modern guest rooms equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms even feature private bathrooms for added convenience during your stay.

Convenient Location
Located on Queen Street West, surrounded by trendy shops and restaurants, our hotel offers easy access to popular attractions like the Canadian Opera Company, Art Gallery of Ontario, and Toronto Eaton Centre.

Book your stay now at The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar for a memorable experience in Toronto!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that full payment is required upon check-in.

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Payments upon arrival must be made upon check-in by the registered guest. Payment Options: eTransfer or Paypal to [email protected], Debit Card, Cash or Credit Card.

Payment MUST be made with CHIP AND PIN enabled Visa/Mastercard/Amex or Interac Debit card. Cash payment can be made with guest's pre-authorized credit card.

​​​​​​​A 2% Surcharge will be added for payments with Credit Card.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YYZ

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 2046 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9
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Ronald • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Good value and location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
5
Great location but not a great room
Pros:

Location, staff and the jazz

Cons:

The room was tired, dated and tatty and small

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • family_with_children • it
7
Pros:

L'atmosfera, la location, disponibilità dei gestori

Cons:

Equipaggiamento della stanza sotto lo standard: difficile usare il riscaldamento, senza toiletteria ne frigobar.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • it
7
Comodo hotel in zona centrale
Pros:

Posizione eccezionale per la comodità a quasi tutti i punti di interesse cittadini. Prezzo conveniente per gli standard di Toronto. Stanza piccolina ma dotata di tutto l’indispensabile (un bollitore sarebbe stato top!). Ok per brevi soggiorni.

Cons:

Struttura datata che meriterebbe una rinnovata. Nella stanza ho trovato diversi capelli non miei, per cui più attenzione alla pulizia. La mensola posta sul lavandino minuscolo ne impedisce un utilizzo consono.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • family_with_children • ke
10
Pros:

The different Jazz bands, proximity to Shops and transport facilities.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
B
Bruno • family_with_children • br
9
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Yavor • family_with_children • il
8
Pros:

The location,
The music shows.
Good value.

Cons:

Only basic facilities in the the room and in the hotel.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • couple • cr
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
B
blurpblurp • family_with_children • fr
5
Pros:

L'emplacement : 15 min de la gare. 10 min du stade Rogers, de la CN tower...
Des fast food à profusion autour
La propreté de la chambre
Le personnel

Cons:

Le bruit ! Le bruit du bar, du monde devant le bar, de la circulation, du système de chauffage...

Les horaires du petit déj : quand on est touriste on essaie de profiter le plus possible de la journée et 9h30 c'est trop tard pour attendre !

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • au
8
Fun, comfy and quirky stay in Toronto.
Pros:

Enjoyed the jazz entertainment while having a couple of local beers and dinner.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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sinitintti • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Sijainti on täydellinen ja helppo löytää jopa pimeässä. Hotellin wifi toimii paremmin eli hyvin kuin suomalaisen Elisa puhelinfirman Extra maksettu Reissunetti, jokai ei toiminut, eikä Elisan asiakaspalvelu osannut auttaa. Hyvä sänky, rauhallinen huone ja hotelli, ystävällinen henkilökunta. Lähellä metroasemaa ja kävelymatka ihan Express lentokenttä junalle. Hyvät liikenneyhteydet julkisilla ja kävelymatkan päässä oli paljon koettavaa. Eikä hotellin oven ympärillä ole kodittomia hortoilemssa. Kiva liikkua hotellin ympärillä, kun katujen asukkaat ovat vähän kauempana ja yksittäisiä. Jos tulisin uudestaan Torontoon tämä oli se hotelli!!!!

Cons:

Ei mitään

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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sinitintti • family_with_children • fi
9
Pros:

Sijainti, upea näkymä ikkunasta. Hyvin toimiva wifi. Samaa ei suomalaisesta Elisan extra maksetusta Reissunetistä, joka ei toiminut Torontossa eikä Elisan asiakaspalvelu ei osannut auttaa. Hyvä sänky, hiljainen huone. Ympäristö hotellilla siisti ja turvallisen oloinen. Mukava hotelli, jos tulisin uudestaan Torontoon hotelli olisi tämä.

Cons:

En osannut käyttää ikkunan niitä sälekaihtimia. Olisin nautiskellut maisemista eli pilvenpiirtäjästä.
Valaistus aavistuksen hämärä lennolle passin skannaus aiheutti haasteita valon puutteessa, vaikka valon tehot täysillä.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
8
Historic venue with built in entertainment
Pros:

Great location for easy access to the subway, I was in Toronto for one evening and wanted somewhere that was easy to get to from Union St. I’d never been to a Jazz Club before and that’s what caught my eye for this location.

Cons:

I knew it was an older property so went in with my eyes wide open.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Cristiham • solo_traveller • gb
8
Amazing location and warm hotel!
Pros:

Location, staff hotel and the Jazz bar downstairs is a bonus!!!!!

Cons:

Cleaning standards in the communal areas like toilet and shower, but I can’t blame the hotel……. They always are some guest without any respect to others.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • ca
8
Accueil chaleureux et très bon divertissement
Pros:

Très bien situé, facile d’accès pour tout déplacement à pieds.

Cons:

Le tapis du corridor des chambres aurait besoin de nettoyage.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Kate • family_with_children • us
8
Great location with friendly staff; I would not hesitate to stay here again!
Pros:

Love the live music downstairs! Great food options available nearby, even late-night and early-morning. Close to transit. Staff was super accommodating and let us drop our bags off early, and even brought them up to the room prior to check-in.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Rosa Maria • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Yoko • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

Customer survives

Everyone very friendly and kindly

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Steve • family_with_children • gb
7
Enjoyable for a short stay.
Pros:

Excellent friendly staff. Easy, quick check-in. Basic room but a decent bed. Nice bar. Drinks not expensive. Free live music, but not noisy in the room late on.

Cons:

Budget room, small space, basic furniture, shower not good. Probably wouldn't want to stay more than a couple of nights - but good for a short stay

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
K
Kurt • couple • us
9
Pros:

Location is great. We walked from the train station to the hotel. Staff members were friendly.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee