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The Only Backpacker's Inn - Hostel, Toronto
Hostel with bar/lounge, near The Danforth Music Hall
- Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi
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$101 CAD
Price available on 28 Nov. 2021Restrictions related to your trip
- Check COVID-19 restrictions. Find out moreOpens in a new window
- At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
972 Danforth Ave, Toronto, M4J1L9, ON, Canada
8.4.Very Good.32 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
Only Backpacker's Hostel is associated with an expanded, complex up/downstairs bar and…
Jun. 8, 2021
It was a nice stay according to the price
Aug. 3, 2020
Enhanced health and safety measures
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Guests rated location
Safe10 positive mentions
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking
- Air Conditioning
Property highlights
Main amenities
- 7 shared guestrooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Bar/lounge
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Garden
What’s around
- In Old Toronto
- The Danforth Music Hall - 19 min walk
- Queen Street - 29 min walk
- Riverdale Park - 30 min walk
- Riverdale Farm - 38 min walk
- Woodbine Park - 39 min walk
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Enter dates for 2 guests
- Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
- Shared Dormitory, Women only
- Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
- Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (2 Bunk Beds)
- Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed
What’s around
Landmarks
- In Old Toronto
- The Danforth Music Hall - 19 min walk
- Queen Street - 29 min walk
- Riverdale Park - 30 min walk
- Riverdale Farm - 38 min walk
- Woodbine Park - 39 min walk
- Woodbine Beach - 2.5 mi / 4 km
- Ryerson University - 2.9 mi / 4.6 km
- University of Toronto - St. George Campus - 2.9 mi / 4.6 km
- The Distillery Historic District - 2.9 mi / 4.7 km
- Downtown Yonge - 3 mi / 4.9 km
Getting around
- Pearson Intl. Airport (YYZ) - 29 min drive
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) - 14 min drive
- Danforth Station - 5 min drive
- Union Station - 10 min drive
- Oriole Station - 13 min drive
- Donlands Station - 1 min walk
- Pape Station - 8 min walk
- Greenwood Station - 9 min walk
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972 Danforth Ave, Toronto, M4J1L9, ON, Canada
At a glance
Size
- 7 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/leaving
- Check-in time 2:00 PM-midnight
- Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
- Check COVID-19 restrictions.
- At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, go to Hostel's cafe If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: 972 Danforth Avenue - The Only CafeIf you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
- Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- No onsite parking
Other information
- Smoke-free property
- No alcohol allowed onsite
At the hostel
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast daily
- Bar/lounge
- Coffee shop/café
- Barbecue grills
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Garden
- Terrace
- Library
Languages Spoken
- Chinese
- English
- French
- Spanish
In the room
Home comforts
- Air conditioning
Freshen up
- Shared bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer (on request)
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
More
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared accommodations
Special features
Dining
The Only Cafe - Onsite pub.
Fees & policies
Hygiene and cleanliness
This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.
Social distancing measures are in place; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas.
Contactless check-out is available.
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
- Backpacker's
- Backpacker's Toronto
- Backpacker's Inn Hostel
- Backpacker's Inn Hostel Toronto
- The Only Backpacker's Inn - Hostel Toronto
Also known as
- Backpacker's
- Backpacker's Toronto
- Backpacker's Inn Hostel
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FAQs
- Yes, The Only Backpacker's Inn - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
- This property confirms that guests must provide documentation related to COVID-19 at check-in. Furthermore, disinfectant is used to clean the property, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
- Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Only Backpacker's Inn - Hostel.
- Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
- You can check in from 2:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
- Yes. Nearby restaurants include Mr. Pide (4-min walk), Magic Oven (4-min walk), and Von Doughnuts (6-min walk).
- The Only Backpacker's Inn - Hostel has a garden.
8.4.Very Good.32 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
- 10.0.Exceptional
Excellent place to stay in Toronto
The suite was modern, clean, comfortable, and had all the comforts and necessities of home.
Erica, 1 night trip with friends, Apr. 24, 2020
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 6.0.Good
great location seems like a small complaint but the ladders for the bunks dont feel great climbing into bed. and the mattress refused to stay on the top bunk. but other then that it was great
3 night trip, Dec. 31, 2019
Verified Expedia guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
it was great...
luca galea, 1 night trip with friends, Dec. 24, 2019
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
it is excellent and staff are very friendly and helping
luca galea, 1 night trip, Dec. 23, 2019
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 8.0.Very Good
soooooo coooooool ,i like this coffee shop and Bar
lora, 1 night family trip, May 16, 2019
Verified Expedia guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
Super friendly host. Clean. Nice breakfast. Recommend the place
1 night trip, Feb. 22, 2019
Verified Expedia guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
Exceeded expectations for a hostel with friendly, welcoming staff, bright, clean rooms, halls and bathrooms, plus kitchen, TV lounge and patio(for when it's warm enough). Loved the murals and mottos on the doors, and it's really handy having the cafe and bar (complete with board game shelf) downstairs. Will definitely stay here again
1 night trip, Nov. 28, 2018
Verified Expedia guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
Algonquin staging post
Crazy place, loved the atmosphere and great having a bar and cafe on site. Lots of history and a very homely feel about the place.
Del, 2 night trip, Sep. 1, 2019
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 10.0.Exceptional
This place was extremely accommodating & helpful with our trip. The place was clean & a great distance from downtown Toronto.
Emily, 3 night romance trip, Jul. 5, 2019
Verified Hotels.com guest review
- 2.0.Poor
The backpacker hostel didn't bother to list that u need a drivers license to stay there so I couldn't even check in and now it's been 2 days and they're still "thinking" about whether they're going to give me a refund for it... And Travelocity was no help either, every
Ashley, 1 night family trip, Apr. 28, 2019
Verified Travelocity guest review