Zen Hostel

Hotels
5.1 (57 reviews)
137 Danforth Avenue , Toronto , ca

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 57 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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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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Osman solo_traveller gh
7
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Hicham Elabassi solo_traveller ma
6
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
M
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
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Shimizu solo_traveller jp
5
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
J
Josefin nathali couple dk
1
Cons:

Vores værelse var lige ud til rygestedet så vi kunne ikke lufte ordentlig ud før der kom en duns af hash.

Derudover lugtede min tid af gammelt urin og da jeg sagde det reagerede de meget voldsomt og irriteret og sagde den lugtede rent! (Dog fik jeg en ny)

Derudover var både toilettet og køkken meget beskidt og også værelset vi så kryb . (Se billede)

Derudover var køjesengen også meget upraktisk lemmerne var så brede i øver køjen at den næsten faldt i gennem, foruden dette alt pakket ind i plastik så det larmede voldsomt! Hvergang man vendte sig.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Asif solo_traveller cz
4
Pros:

The bed was very big and wide.
Washroom was equipped with Muslim shower.

Cons:

Very old. Room's door was broken. Most of doors do not have handels. Main entrance door's lock was problematic

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Bobby solo_traveller us
10
What a great place ! Great price !!
Pros:

Zen Hostel was a great experience . Great Location! The staff were very friendly and they helped me navigate the area and experience Toronto .

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Astride Vassard solo_traveller ca
7
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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DUY solo_traveller us
2
Good Location But Disappointing Condition
Pros:

Location is very good.

Cons:

The condition of the hostel is disappointing …I am not a picky traveler but everything looks dark and old and sketchy. My friends and I left to another hotel. I honestly didn’t expect much because it was the cheapest option in Toronto but if I compared this place to any $20ish hostel in Montreal, this place has a lot to learn from and change.

They have good location to their advantage, if they can manage to do some innovations, e.g. improve the lightings, add some decorations, new painting, make the place look more clean and welcoming, they will be successful.

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Bel Hadj Ali solo_traveller ca
1
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Jean-Felix solo_traveller ca
1
Cons:

Ce n'est pas un hotel, c'est un appartement. Il y avait une odeur de cigarrette et personne ma répondu a l'arrivé

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Yaqua solo_traveller gb
1
Extremely bad is an understatement
Pros:

Nothing, extremely dissapointed

Cons:

Very dirty and and unhygienic, the images are fake! Most likely generated by AI, it did not look like that at all when I got there, if you are from Europe, hostels of this standard would be illegal, please avoid, you will thank me, luckily a hotel nearby had one available room and I booked that immediately and evacuated. No offence, it looked like an homeless shelter

2026-03-14 via Nuitee