The hotel’s communal areas offer a contemporary and innovative design while remaining in sync with the characteristic style of RIU’s urban line. The reception is a mix of light and dark tones, creating a demure atmosphere. Matte chrome finishing touches and beige accents take centre stage, creating a relaxed atmosphere. The lobby has areas designed to offer privacy, providing a warm welcome to guests upon their arrival. The elegant and modern furnishings complement the hotel’s general aesthetic.
The hotel offers many services to guests, including a fully-equipped gym which is open 24 hours. There is also a conference room which can accommodate up to 40 people – a perfect option for those visiting Toronto for business purposes or for the city’s corporate guests.
In addition to the services it offers, what sets this hotel apart is its location at 30 Widmer Street, surrounded by the biggest attractions of Canada’s largest city and one of the country’s most important economic, cultural and financial districts. Just a few steps away from the hotel are famous spots like the Princess of Wales Theatre, David Pecaut Square, Rogers Centre Stadium and the iconic CN Tower. There are also excellent transport connections, making the hotel the perfect base for those travelling for both leisure and business.
This opening represents a significant achievement for RIU as Canada is one of the most significant markets for the hotel chain, especially in destinations like the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Canadian travellers know RIU and truly appreciate the brand. Now, for the first time, they can enjoy an RIU experience without leaving their home country.
The RIU Plaza Toronto is the twelfth hotel in RIU’s urban line, joining those in Panama, Guadalajara (Mexico), Madrid, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, New York, Berlin, London and Dublin. RIU is still expanding in the world’s largest cities and is currently building its third hotel in New York.
TUI Group’s long-standing joint venture partner, RIU, was founded in Mallorca, Spain, by the Riu family in 1953 as a small holiday company and is still owned by the family's third generation. The company’s activity is focused on holiday resorts and over 74% of its hotels offer its renowned “All Inclusive by RIU” service. With opening of its first city hotel in 2010, RIU expanded its offering with its own line of urban hotels called Riu Plaza. RIU Hotels & Resorts consists of 98 hotels in 21 countries. RIU is a global brand of TUI Hotels & Resorts‘ leading leisure hotel portfolio.