Zen Hostel

Hotels
5.1 (62 reviews)
137 Danforth Avenue , Toronto , CA

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Non-smoking throughout
Lockers
Invoice provided
CCTV outside property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
2.81
Several mentions of issues with cleanliness and maintenance, including smells and broken facilities.
Service
7.28
Mixed feedback on service; initially positive but breakdown in communication reported.
Location
7.32
Convenient location close to downtown but with some disturbances from other guests.
Room Quality
2.27
Multiple complaints about the age and condition of rooms, including furniture and overall comfort.
Amenities
3.8
Basic amenities available but significant improvements needed, especially in shared spaces.
Value for Money
7.76
Generally considered affordable, although with some complaints about overall value.
Food and Beverage
4.81
No specific feedback on food and beverage; treated as standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
4.78
Mixed experiences, with both positive aspects like staff and negative comments about safety and condition.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:45

Property Description

Modern Accommodation with Balcony and Free WiFi

Convenient Location with Garden and Terrace

Near Major Toronto Attractions and Universities

Book now to experience a tranquil stay at Zen Hostel in Toronto, offering modern air-conditioned rooms with balconies and free WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of a garden and terrace on the property, perfect for relaxation. Located just a short distance from the Royal Ontario Museum, The Distillery District, Ryerson University, and Yonge-Dundas Square, you'll have easy access to explore the city. Whether you're visiting for leisure or business, our non-smoking property ensures a comfortable stay. With amenities like provided towels and bed linen, along with proximity to Queens Park and the Hockey Hall of Fame, your Toronto adventure awaits at Zen Hostel.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

5.1
Based on 62 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.81
Service: 7.28
Location: 7.32
Room Quality: 2.27
Amenities: 3.8
Value for Money: 7.76
Food and Beverage: 4.81
Overall Experience: 4.78
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Jordan • solo_traveller • ca
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • solo_traveller • gb
2
Dingy hostel that will leave you feeling uneasy to unsafe.
Pros:

The property is situated in a very nice area and the owner seemed quite pleasant. The property is easily accessible from the subway and it is near to a nice park with a great view of the Toronto skyline. There is a communal guitar.

Cons:

Staying in this property is more like a sleepover than a hostel. You walk up some stairs into the property, which has no lobby area or check-in desk, just a living room type area. There is no natural light at all inside the property outside of the bedroom, giving the communal spaces a dingy-feel. The bathroom has a shower which has a peeling ceiling and mold, it is lit with a ring light and there is a blackout curtain covering the window. The room in which I stayed in was effectively the owners bedroom, he was staying there seemingly permanently and his belongings were piled up into the room, making it messy and cluttered. One guest appeared to me to be clearly under the influence of drugs after a strange interaction I had where he went to the bathroom without shutting the door, and then spoke complete nonsense to me. I felt uneasy at best and unsafe at worse throughout my stay in this hostel, which as a 6'5" male is the first time this has ever happened to me, despite staying in numerous hostels in both Europe and South America. I would encourage people, especially women, to seek alternative accommodation within the city.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Md • solo_traveller • bd
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Fabien • solo_traveller • ca
1
Pire endroit de ma vie
Pros:

je n'ai strictement rien aimé

Cons:

Je ne suis jamais aller dans un pire endroit que celui la, il est mieux de dormir dehors sur un banc que de rester cette endroit. Tout est faux sur les photos ne surtout pas réserver cette endroit pour votre sécurité, il n'y a aucunes réceptions c'est sale partout, une salle de bain pire qu'une prison et dortoire sale et insécurité total il y'a aucunes places pour mettre ses affaires en sécurité. Tout le monde peut rentrer dans cette endroit à n'importe quelle heure. Vraiment un désastre à fuir à tout pris j'espère que Booking va supprimer cette hébergement illégal du site car c'est vraiment mal. Je n'ai pas pris de photo de la chambre car il y'avais du monde dedans par respect de leurs identité mais vraiment insalubre payer un peu plus cher ou dormer dehors à la pleins étoile seras mieux pour vous.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Denis • solo_traveller • es
6
Bajas expectativas.
Pros:

Bueno, es económico dentro de lo caro que puede suponer alojarse por Toronto. Tiene el metro a poquísima distancia para poder moverse por la ciudad y un supermercado y varías tiendas interesantes cerca.

Cons:

Realmente es un sitio al que ir si tienes poco presupuesto. El sitio está reventado y no es ni agradable ni cómodo.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Anderson • solo_traveller • ca
7
Zen Hostel Review
Pros:

The location is perfect, being right on Danforth.

Cons:

I stood at the door for over 20 minutes, waiting for someone to answer the door.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Jofre • solo_traveller • es
2
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Jakob • solo_traveller • de
3
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Abderrahim • extended_group • ca
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Gabrielle • solo_traveller • us
10
the staff were amazing!! getting out of their way to help me even though it was late at night. Very kind and friendly!
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Hicham Elabassi • solo_traveller • ma
6
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Osman • solo_traveller • gh
7
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Clara • solo_traveller • fr
1
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Novaiz • solo_traveller • pk
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Olanrewaju • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • solo_traveller • ie
1
‏أنا من الجزائر كان هوستل سيئ سيئ سيئ سيئ
Pros:

‏لم يعجبني

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • solo_traveller • dz
1
‏كان حصل سيئ سيئ سيئ
Pros:

‏كل شيء

Cons:

‏كل شيء

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Awais • solo_traveller • ca
5
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • solo_traveller • ca
2
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jamal • solo_traveller • ca
4
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee