Toronto Homestays

This is my starting point in Canada with my son. Originally, I was slightly anxious because of the late flight, and I was instantly melted by kindness after I arrived at the landlord's house. The landlord’s son took the initiative to help communicate and coordinate late at night, and the landlord’s aunt had already cooked a pot of hot soy milk in the house. The room is very clean and the facilities are complete, but the most precious thing is the human touch that flows here. Auntie took care of us like a family: handed over the bus map, introduced the nearby Chinese supermarkets and restaurants, patiently explained the traffic route, even helped us change the change in advance, and even told us about the trivial matter of handling the phone card. The most memorable thing was that morning, my aunt spent half a day with me in the kitchen, slowly boiling a pot of tomato beef sauce. For us who are new to the language, this pot sauce not only fills my son's stomach, but also gives him confidence in the face of unknown life. We will always remember this friendship of our fellow citizens across borders.

The house is close to the Ontario Lake Waterfront. It's super convenient to walk to attractions like the waterfront, CN Tower, and Rogers Centre. It's also not far from Chinatown, the University of Toronto, and the Royal Ontario Museum to the north. The service was impeccable, highly recommend!

An unexpectedly warm stay, highly recommend to anyone visiting Toronto! Choosing ”Maplewood Abode” in downtown Toronto was an excellent decision. The location is superb, within walking distance to the subway and major shopping areas, making it incredibly convenient for getting around and sightseeing. What touched me most was the host. Communication was seamless throughout my stay, truly a case of ”no question left unanswered.” Whether it was advice on transit, restaurant recommendations, or tips on avoiding tourist traps, the host patiently offered tons of practical suggestions. Many were hidden gems only locals would know, saving me a lot of unnecessary detours. The room was decorated very warmly, the bedding was clean and soft, and the surroundings were quiet. I was able to get a sound night's sleep every day, and all my travel fatigue just melted away. Even more delightful, the host enthusiastically shared some homemade food with me! I tried a chicken bun and a pork and radish bun – the wrappers were thin, the filling generous, and the taste was wonderfully authentic home-style cooking. Each bite was full of human kindness. Overall, the experience far exceeded my expectations. It offered both the cleanliness and convenience of a hotel, along with the warmth of visiting a friend's home. I will definitely choose Maplewood Abode again on my next trip to Toronto, and I genuinely recommend it to anyone traveling for leisure or business in this city!

Entry to the accommodation is self-check-in. The room is clean and comfortable. However, the common areas are less so. The bathroom isn't cleaned regularly; there's a lot of hair lying around and the grout is black. The floor is also very slippery, almost dangerous. The kitchen is large but there aren't enough utensils. A colander for draining pasta would have been nice. There are only two chairs for all the rooms. In conclusion, the room is too expensive for what it is, even though it was the cheapest option we found in the city. The room is a 15-minute walk from the metro station entrance and an hour from the city center by metro.

Comfortable and quiet. Late check-in was no problem with good communication from host. I unfortunately arrived late and left early and didn’t get a chance to speak with anyone! (Oh well maybe next time.) Plenty of on street parking, good residential neighborhood close to York area as indicated. I would stay again. Don’t expect a 5 star experience and you won’t be disappointed. Perfect for my needs.

The place is neat and well clean

I read the comments and my heart was half cold, mainly because the price was too cheap. In this area, next to Chinatown, it is best to have a local mobile phone to contact him for convenience. The short message is also the first time to return, and the introduction is also very detailed. The deposit needs to be delivered online, but the refund is quite fast. The air conditioner is also quite quiet, and I will live again next time.

The hotel is well located and very clean, which is appreciated. However, I had a bad experience during my stay. At 4:20 AM, some suspicious people knocked on my door, waking me up. I also heard them knocking on other doors in the hallway. It was disturbing and ruined part of my experience. A shame, because the hotel has potential...

Nice and tidy rooms, a but spartan, but great for a quick place to snag for a night orntwonif youre visiting. The staff were very helpful eith a very late check in, so I very much appreciated it. Has a parking spot too if you ask. (~15 bucks)