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Knox Residence University of Toronto

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Basic Single Room | Desk
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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59 Saint George Street, Toronto, ON, M5S 2E6
  • University of Toronto - St. George Campus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • CF Toronto Eaton Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Rogers Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Basic Single Room | Desk

Basic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Knox Residence University of Toronto

Hostel in Downtown Toronto
This hostel features a front desk available during limited hours. Bathrooms are shared.
Knox Residence University of Toronto offers 90 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

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  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Property Registration Number 108162330

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

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Knox Residence University of Toronto Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Knox Residence University of Toronto offered me an affordable, unique accommodation in a very convenient location. The ambience and atmosphere of the residence is excellent, and the staff is very helpful and friendly. I would be happy to recommend Knox, and hope to be able to stay again in the future.
Beautiful and dramatic historic building
Welcoming room with Arts and Crafts style furnishings, leaded windows which open, and quiet, green outlook.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget friendly

I stayed here off and on throughout summer.Basic Simple place. Older historic building. Microwave n fridge in common area. Laundry. The only thing to keep in mind not much food access around. I walked everywhere u can take ttc. Security good there i felt really safe. Will be booking again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lu

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was great except the room was hot with no air conditioning. You can't sleep well at night when it's 26 degrees or more but very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamsani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrej

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a student dorm so don't expect luxury BUT the bed was comfortable, the building and the area are charming and the staff were friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krisha

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at a decent price. I wouldn’t recommend it during a heat wave, but it’s great if you enjoy historical buildings and architecture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Em

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved all of it, how secure and quiet it was, the staff were amazing, the property itself was beautiful, and everything was within walking distance. The only things I didn't like was that there was no AC as it is an older building (i was able to borrow a fan though), no elevator for those staying on a higher floor and the women washroom was on the second floor (i was on the first) all in all though I had a fabulous stay and would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget friendly simple place

Good budget friendly place to stay. Staff great. Bring your own towels toiletries. I be back here a few times for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay for 5 nights in the summer. It's not far from Queen's Park Subway station. The 506 Streetcar is close too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison, SAINT PAUL

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sevdiye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent for the price and location

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shuping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed at Knox Residence for three nights. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Location is excellent, about 5 minutes walk to metro 1 and 10 minutes walk to metro 2. I enjoyed the stunning architecture and the small beautiful darden as well. The only thing I don’t like is there is no air conditioner in the room. I stayed there during heatwave, it was very hot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the old stone architecture, the wood interior and the lovely courtyard. Very walkable to many places in TO. Beautiful surrounding grounds.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Petrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good budget friendly place

The staff was really good. The cleaning staff did there best to keep things clean. People staying there put lots paper towel in toilet which made it hard for staff to keep things clean. I had no issues other then it doesnt say in listing u need to bring your own towel pls be aware. I am staying here again in couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was a little dirty, as well as my window and blinds were broken and would not shut. Being on the first floor this was not the greatest. Other than that, solid stay for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dear Knox, I was staying in room 420 & my name is Clifford Ulmer. I checked out early this morning, Tuesday, but found the doors locked and no security guard on duty, contrary to what I was told at check in. I was able to exit the building and I put the keys in the mailbox outside the front door. Please acknowledge that you received the keys so I don't get charged for them. Thanks. Clifford Ulmer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Student residence in downtown Toronto. Bargain accommodation convenient to everything in the area. Two 'watch-for' items: 1) bring towels & toiletries and 2) no air conditioning. Quiet, clean and very affordable option for an expensive city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great stay for solo travelers who aren't looking for many amenities. I was able to walk to most of the places I wanted to go (some 30-40 minutes but I didn't mind). The only thing was the condition of the bathroom was not great. It was often a bit flooded and visibly dirty. However, I would still recommend this for a more low maintenance traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price is excellent. Rooms are spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOOSOUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buildings were stunning and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025