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Kensington College Backpackers
2 stars

Kensington College Backpackers

280 Augusta Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 2L9, Canada
Toronto, Canada
See location+1 416 929 4777
From
614 ﷼
Cheapest

rate per night

6.0
Okay
based on 1225 reviews
1,225 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
614 ﷼

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About Kensington College Backpackers

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities

College Backpackers is a budget accommodation located in Toronto, Ontario. It is located less than two miles from the Toronto Island Airport, it also provides easy access to other things that guests will want to see and do in the city. Pearson International Airport is 11 miles away and Queen’s Park can be reached in 14 minutes on foot. Kensington Market is just four minutes away by foot, and the Blue Banana Market is even closer. For those interested in a little R&R, the VRPlayin entertainment center is in walking distance.

There are 48 guestrooms on property, and all of them are nonsmoking. Guests will be able to choose between single, double, and dormitory rooms to fit their needs and the size of their group. Note that this is a hostel-like property with minimal amenities, but plenty of affordability. Rooms offer air conditioning and bedding. Note that the bathrooms here are shared. Some of the rooms offer balconies that overlook the surrounding area, as well.

The property itself offers additional benefits and amenities. Guests will find a shared kitchen where they can make food. There’s also a shared lounge and TV watching area for communal enjoyment. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning, and there is free high-speed Internet access.

Guests will need to venture out to find lunch and dinner. Thankfully, there are plenty of options, including Seven Lives, which serves up contemporary food. Ramen Isshin offers Asian food, while The Burgernator delivers American-style fast food. Mother’s Dumplings offers Chinese cuisine, as well.

Latest deals for Kensington College Backpackers

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Queen room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Amenities at Kensington College Backpackers

  • Business center
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Hairdryer
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Refrigerator
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bicycle rental
  • Kitchenette

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Currency exchange on-site

Basics

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

General

  • Storage available

Reviews of Kensington College Backpackers

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6.0
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6.0Friends
5.4Couples
5.5Families

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Location

280 Augusta Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 2L9

What's nearby

  • Kensington Market323 m
  • University of Toronto0.9 km
  • Art Gallery Of Ontario0.9 km
  • Royal Ontario Museum1.4 km
  • TIFF Bell Lightbox1.5 km
  • Princess of Wales Theatre1.6 km
  • Nathan Phillips Square1.6 km
  • Toronto Eaton Centre1.8 km
  • CN Tower2 km
  • Rogers Centre2 km
  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada2.1 km
  • Hockey Hall of Fame2.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Kensington College Backpackers

  • Where is Kensington College Backpackers located?

    Kensington College Backpackers is located at 280 Augusta Avenue in Downtown, 1.7 km from the center of Toronto. Kensington Market is the closest landmark to Kensington College Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Kensington College Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Kensington College Backpackers.

  • How far is Kensington College Backpackers from the airport?

    Kensington College Backpackers is 3.5 km from Toronto Island.

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Good to know

Value for money

4.6

Distance to city center

1.7 km

Nearest Airport

Toronto Island

Distance to airport

3.0 km