Spotlight on Toronto: Where to Stay After RE/MAX’s Expansion — Neighborhoods and Hotel Options

Need a reliable place to stay in Toronto after REMAX’s expansion? Start here.

Business travellers and event attendees told us their top frustrations: last-minute meetings, confusing fees, and uncertainty about where to base themselves for efficient travel across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). With REMAX’s late-2025 conversion of two large Royal LePage brokerages and the addition of roughly 1,200 agents and 17 offices across the GTA, new pockets of business activity are emerging — and that affects where you should stay.

High-level takeaway (read first)

• Downtown Toronto / Financial District remains the go-to for conferences and client meetings (Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Union Station).
• North York and York Region are the smart choice for regional brokerage meetings, tech-sector clients and satellite offices.
• Mississauga, Brampton and Vaughan are best when you need Pearson Airport access or are meeting suburban corporate HQs.
• Serviced apartments and aparthotels are the cost-effective option for multi-day training sessions or agent onboarding events driven by REMAX’s expanded presence.
• Book direct for corporate rates, watch for parking and cleaning fees, and prioritise fast Wi‑Fi, flexible check-in and kitchen facilities.

Why REMAX’s expansion changes where business travellers should stay (2026 context)

In late 2025 REMAX announced the conversion of two large Royal LePage brokerages to REMAX-branded firms. The move brought roughly 1,200 agents and 17 offices across the GTA into the REMAX network. For business travel and events in 2026, this matters because corporate meetings, training days, open houses and regional conferences follow where broker teams cluster. Expect more evening agent events, weekday meetings and short-notice overnight bookings in neighbourhoods that host these newly re‑branded offices. For practical tips on organising travel to multiple meetings, see our field guide on Traveling to Meets in 2026.

Several macro trends in 2026 make this relevant:

• Business travel continues to rebound post-pandemic with a stronger focus on regional, hybrid-work-related trips rather than long-haul travel.
• Demand for serviced apartments, aparthotels and corporate housing has accelerated, as firms prefer flexible, apartment-style stays for onboarding and multi-day workshops.
• Event attendance has increased for real estate and local-networking events, driving short-stay demand in suburban hubs as much as downtown.

Neighborhood-by-neighborhood guide — where to stay and why

1. Downtown Toronto / Financial District

Best for: Conferences, client meetings, access to transit and corporate HQs.

• Why pick it: Unmatched access to Union Station (train/GO/UP Express), Metro Toronto Convention Centre, and major banks and law firms. Ideal for 1–3 day trips with back-to-back meetings.
• Hotel options: Luxury: The Fairmont Royal York, Shangri‑La; Upper-mid: Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto, Sheraton Centre Toronto; Budget-friendly: Holiday Inn Express, boutique options in King West.
• Short-stay / serviced apartments: Oakwood Premier Toronto, Sonder/Blueground units downtown, corporate housing near Yonge-Dundas and King Street.
• Event logistics: Stay within walking distance to avoid Toronto traffic. Reserve a quiet room on high floors for better Wi‑Fi and reduced street noise.

2. King West / Entertainment District

Best for: Evening events (Scotiabank Arena, theatres), client dinners and networking.

• Why pick it: Close to the city’s nightlife, restaurants and entertainment venues — great for agents hosting clients or attending REMAX social events.
• Hotel options: The Westin Harbour Castle (for waterfront), W Toronto, Thompson Toronto. Boutique hotels with meeting rooms are popular for small seminars.
• Short-stay: Aparthotels and loft-style short lets are abundant; check for building concierge and noise policies if you need daytime quiet.

3. Liberty Village

Best for: Tech-sector clients, creative agencies, and casual brokerage meetups.

• Why pick it: A short ride from downtown and home to many start-ups and satellite offices. Ideal for off-site team days and relaxed client presentations.
• Hotel/Stay options: Boutique inns and short-term furnished apartments; consider staying downtown and taking a short cab or bike share to Liberty Village to widen choices and save on nightly rates.

4. North York (Yonge & Sheppard / Don Mills)

Best for: Regional brokerage offices, training days and longer stays.

• Why pick it: North York hosts many corporate satellite offices and post-conversion brokerages. It’s well-connected by TTC and Highway 401, and ideal for week-long stays when multiple regional meetings are scheduled.
• Hotel options: Hilton Toronto/Markham? (Note: verify exact property names when booking), Courtyard by Marriott and business-friendly mid-range hotels near Yonge Street are common.
• Serviced apartments: Oakwood and local corporate housing providers offer 1–3 month options at discounted weekly rates — ideal for agent onboarding.

5. York Region (Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan)

Best for: Meetings with regional brokerage teams, clients in tech and real estate development.

• Why pick it: Many real estate firms and technology offices are based in York Region; it's common for REMAX agents to run training sessions and broker-managed events here post-conversion.
• Hotel options: Mid-range and extended-stay hotels (Staybridge Suites, Homewood Suites, local business hotels). Check for meeting space availability.
• Tip: If you need an evening arrival from Pearson, Vaughan and Markham are often faster than downtown because of highway access.

6. Mississauga & Brampton (Peel Region)

Best for: Airport access (YYZ), corporate HQs and large training events.

• Why pick it: Pearson Airport proximity, easy highway access (401, 403, 410), and numerous corporate head offices make Peel Region a practical base for multi-site visits.
• Hotel options: Mississauga City Centre: Sheraton on the Falls? (verify), Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale, and several airport hotels with shuttle service. Brampton: business hotels near Highway 410.
• Short-stay / serviced apartments: Airport-focused aparthotels and corporate suites provide kitchenette, laundry and free airport shuttles — useful for early flights.

7. Scarborough & East Toronto

Best for: Local brokerage meetings, residential open-house follow-ups and community events.

• Why pick it: Many community-focused agents serve east-Toronto neighbourhoods; short stays in Scarborough reduce travel time for multiple day-of viewings.
• Hotel options: Smaller business hotels and chain hotels near Scarborough Town Centre; serviced apartments are fewer but available in nearby areas.

Practical booking strategies for 2026 — get the best rates and reliable service

When you’re booking for business travel around REMAX-driven activity, the wrong hotel choice costs time and productivity. Use this checklist:

1. Book direct for corporate rates: Hotels often reserve their best corporate and negotiated rates for direct bookings — call the sales or reservations desk and ask about corporate codes, long-stay discounts, or meeting block rates. For negotiating travel logistics and meeting blocks, refer to our field guide on Traveling to Meets.
2. Prioritise essential amenities: Fast, dedicated Wi‑Fi, a quiet work desk, USB charging and printer access are non-negotiable. For multi-day stays, a kitchenette or in-room laundry saves time.
3. Watch for hidden costs: Parking fees (common downtown), cleaning fees for short lets, and local accommodation taxes can add £/CAD10–30 per night. Ask about parking and Wi‑Fi charges before you book.
4. Use serviced-apartment providers for week-long stays: Providers such as Oakwood, Blueground and local aparthotels offer corporate packages and often include utilities, cleaning and a workspace; marketplaces and booking platforms are evolving — see how cloud-enabled marketplaces are changing B2B booking in this spotlight.
5. Negotiate meeting room access: If your trip requires a one-day training session, negotiate a room credit or a reduced rate when booking 10+ rooms or multiple nights; vendor tech and event support options can affect pricing and availability—see vendor tech reviews for supplier considerations.
6. Leverage loyalty and corporate travel tech: Use loyalty points for upgrades and corporate travel platforms that consolidate invoices and simplify expense reporting. For maximizing returns and reward strategies, consider cashback & rewards tactics.

Short-stay and aparthotel recommendations — when to choose which

Choosing between a hotel and a short-stay apartment depends on trip length, privacy needs and group size:

• 1–3 nights (conferences, single meetings): City-centre hotels near Union Station or the Convention Centre win for time efficiency.
• 4–14 nights (training, onboarding): Aparthotels and serviced apartments often reduce per-night cost, provide space to work, and have kitchen facilities to keep food costs down.
• Group stays (team onboarding): Block-book a hotel near the event venue for consistent meeting spaces, or rent several units in the same aparthotel to keep teams together.

Transit and logistics: move fast across the GTA

Efficient movement is the backbone of productive business trips. Here are transit tips tailored to the neighborhoods above:

• Pearson Airport (YYZ): Use the UP Express to connect to Union Station (downtown) or pick an airport hotel with shuttle service if you have early morning flights.
• Billy Bishop (YTZ): Quick for downtown arrivals — ideal for short stays when time is tight.
• TTC and GO Transit: North York, Scarborough and York Region are linked by TTC subway and GO rail; allow extra time during rush hour and check GO schedules for suburban commutes.
• Car vs public transit: For multi-stop brokerage visits across suburbs (Markham, Vaughan, Mississauga), a rental car or rideshare can be faster; downtown parking fees are high, so use transit when staying centrally. Our field guide to traveling to multiple meetings offers tips for multi-stop days: Traveling to Meets in 2026.

Checklist for busy travellers (printable action steps)

1. Confirm exact office address and nearest transit stop for each meeting.
2. Ask your hotel about corporate Wi‑Fi speed and meeting-room availability.
3. Confirm parking, shuttle, and early check-in fees before arrival.
4. Book direct and request a corporate invoice or group folio if travelling with colleagues.
5. For stays longer than a week, request a weekly cleaning schedule and pay-as-you-go laundry or in-room facilities.
6. Keep two booking options: a downtown base for convention days and a suburban base for brokerage-region meetings to minimise daily travel time.

Case studies — real-world itineraries

Case study A: 2‑day convention + 1 regional meeting (compact itinerary)

Scenario: You’re attending a two-day conference at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, then meeting a REMAX regional manager in North York on day three.

1. Night 1 and 2: Book a downtown hotel within walking distance of Union Station — reduces transfer time to the convention centre and keeps you in range of evening client dinners.
2. Day 3: Check out early, take UP Express to Pearson only if flight; otherwise use a pre-booked taxi or GO Transit to North York and stay one additional night in North York near Yonge & Sheppard if the day’s schedule is heavy.
3. Reasoning: Downtown base saves time at the event; a suburban night reduces commute time to multiple regional meetings.

Case study B: 7‑day onboarding and local open-houses

Scenario: You’re running a week-long onboarding for 10 new REMAX agents with multiple open-houses across Markham and Vaughan.

1. Reserve serviced apartments or an aparthotel in Markham or Vaughan for the team — kitchen facilities and laundry reduce costs and provide flexibility.
2. Negotiate a daily meeting room at the aparthotel for onboarding sessions; include breakfast and consider shuttle service to save travel time.
3. Book vehicle rentals for the week or arrange a contracted shuttle to handle multiple open-house stops.

2026 trends every traveller and event planner should watch

• Hybrid event models: Many brokerages will use hybrid training (in-person + livestream) — ensure your room has reliable upload speeds and a quiet backdrop for video. For planning around live events and discovery, see Edge Signals, Live Events and the 2026 SERP.
• Serviced-apartment growth: Expect more branded, tech-enabled aparthotels in suburban nodes, with on-demand meeting pods and pay-as-you-go office services.
• Sustainability and wellness: More hotels offer carbon-offset options, plant-based breakfasts and wellbeing packages — request these when booking if they matter to your team; workplace wellbeing trends and amenity changes are profiled in Employee Wellbeing Programs Must Embrace Wearables.
• AI and contactless services: Digital check-in, AI concierges and room automation speed stays; confirm availability if they’re key to your workflow.

Final practical tips and red flags

Before you click 'book', run through this quick test:

• Red flags: No business Wi‑Fi speed confirmed, unclear cancellation policy, surprise cleaning or resort fees, inability to issue a corporate folio.
• Green flags: Free high-speed business Wi‑Fi, in-room desk and ergonomic chair, meeting room access, transparent fees, and 24-hour front desk or concierge.
• Negotiation tip: If you’re booking 5+ nights or 5+ rooms, always ask for a complimentary meeting room or breakfast credit — hotels will often accommodate. For marketplace and supplier considerations that affect negotiated bundles, see this marketplace spotlight and vendor reviews such as vendor tech reviews.

“With REMAX’s increased footprint across the GTA, short-term accommodation decisions are now as much about neighbourhood strategy as they are about price.” — Local travel strategist.

Actionable next steps

1. Map your meeting addresses and identify the neighbourhood cluster with the most stops. For neighbourhood-level planning, check the Neighborhood Micro‑Market Playbook for ideas on clustering and local services.
2. Choose a primary base (downtown for conferences; suburban for regional visits) and a backup hotel for flexibility.
3. Book direct and confirm corporate rates, Wi‑Fi speeds, parking and meeting-room availability.
4. Consider serviced apartments for stays of 4+ nights, and request weekly cleaning for teams.

Wrapping up — what this means for business travellers in 2026

REMAX’s conversion of two large Royal LePage brokerages in late 2025 has shifted the pattern of business activity in the GTA. As the REMAX brand consolidates more regional teams and hosts more in-person training and events, expect increased short-stay demand across both downtown Toronto and suburban hubs in York and Peel Regions. The smart traveller plans by neighbourhood, prioritises serviced-apartments for extended stays, and negotiates corporate rates to avoid last-minute surprises.

Book with confidence

If you’re attending an event or meeting with REMAX teams, use this guide to pick the right base, save travel time, and keep your trip efficient. For a tailored hotel shortlist based on your exact meeting addresses, reach out with your itinerary and we’ll create a concise, cost-optimised plan that includes transit options and recommended properties.

Call to action: Ready to lock in accommodation for your next REMAX meeting or GTA event? Contact our Toronto hotel experts to get a custom shortlist, corporate rates and a one-page logistics plan for your trip.

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