Fron urban landmarks to tranquil mountain resorts and exclusive wilderness retreats along rugged coasts, Canada’s luxury hotel scene combines world-class service with distinct regional charm. Here are five outstanding hotels that will deliver unforgettable stays…
Nobu Hotel Toronto
A recent wow-factor addition to Toronto’s accommodation scene is the five-star Nobu Hotel Toronto, in the heart of the Entertainment District. It opened in June 2025 on the top floors of the west tower of the restored Pilkington Glass Factory, where the city’s Nobu restaurant was opened in 2024.
The hotel is closed to the public – only hotel guests have access, through a private lobby, tucked off Mercer Street. Once inside, they find an upmarket 36-room ‘sanctuary in the sky’, combining Japanese minimalism and local influences, with stunning views of the city, the CN Tower and Lake Ontario.
Accommodation ranges from deluxe rooms to junior and one-bedroom suites to a top-tier penthouse suite on the 45th floor with separate living, diving and bar areas plus a grand piano, huge walk-in closet and Japanese spa bathroom with a two-person deep-soaking bath. The penthouse suite can also connect to a deluxe king room to form a two-bedroom set-up.
General Manager Benoit Pretet describes the hotel as ‘a refined retreat where international design, elevated service, and cultural connection converge to create a truly singular guest experience’.
Muir Halifax
Muir Halifax, part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, on Halifax Harbour, blends refined Atlantic Canadian charm with sophistication, authenticity and elegance. Clients stay in one of Muir’s 109 bespoke rooms and suites overlooking the waterfront or the Atlantic Ocean.
Guests have private access to the hotel’s wellness centre, which includes a fitness centre, spin and yoga studio, hydrotherapy room and saltwater plunge pool. Its Drift restaurant serves refined traditional fare and crafted cocktails in a comfortable dining room and outdoor patio with waterfront views. The top room, The Watch, is a 187sqm Presidential Suite with separate living and dining areas.
The hotel organises exclusive private tours, including on its own yacht, the high-speed 24-ft motorboat Little Wing. Guests can book Little Wing for scenic views around Halifax Harbour and Georges Island, with the option to add on a picnic.
The Malcolm Hotel, Alberta
Nestled in Spring Creek, in the heart of Canmore, Alberta, The Malcolm Hotel is a luxurious mountain retreat surrounded by the Canadian Rockies. There are 124 guestrooms, each offering views of the Lady MacDonald Mountain Range to the north, Three Sisters Mountain Range to the south, or nearby Policeman’s Creek.
Accommodation ranges from Double Queen Rooms to a Mountain View Royal King Suite and Mountain View One Bedroom Suites, which have a queen-sized bed in a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed, and two balconies for southern views of the Three Sisters Mountain Range.
For memorable experiences, the hotel concierge desk in the Grand Lobby can help plan itineraries, provide recommendations and share their extensive knowledge of Canmore, Kananaskis, and the Rocky Mountains.
Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec
The five-star Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, in the heart of Old Québec City, is one of the most photographed hotels in the world. Perched on top of Cap Diamant, the castle-like structure overlooks the St Lawrence River and the city’s historic streets and waterfront. The hotel’s grand design and rich history make it a symbol of Québec’s European charm and cultural heritage.
The Château Frontenac was opened in 1893 by the Canadian Pacific Railway as part of its effort to encourage luxury tourism and rail travel across Canada. It reflects a blend of French château and medieval Gothic styles, with steep copper roofs, ornate turrets, and stone towers. Over the decades, it has undergone numerous expansions and renovations but maintains its old-world elegance and architectural grandeur.
The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac offers guests elegant rooms, fine dining restaurants, and modern amenities that blend seamlessly with the building’s historical character.
Fogo Island Inn, Newfoundland
The Fogo Island Inn, located on Fogo Island off the northeast coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, stands on stilts along the North Atlantic shoreline and is an example of contemporary architecture harmoniously integrating with a rugged natural landscape.
The inn has 29 suites with panoramic ocean views, where guests can look out for icebergs and sea birds, and features handcrafted furniture, patchwork quilts, and locally made textiles, reflecting the island’s long-standing traditions of craftsmanship and resourcefulness.
The inn was the vision of a Fogo Island native who wanted to revitalise the island’s economy and preserve its cultural heritage. All profits from the inn go back into the local community, to support cultural, ecological, and economic sustainability.
It doesn’t have a pool or spa, but it does have saunas and hot tubs on the rooftop, a high-end restaurant, a bar, cinema and art studio. The island offers opportunities for whale-watching, iceberg tours and local culture.
