Queen Nest Hotel

2.5 star property

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, kitchenette, and unique zebra-striped artwork.
Room numbers and a charming street scene artwork adorn the wall.
Staircase features colorful, patterned tiles and contrasting yellow and white walls.
Welcome to the Queen Nest Hotel, where you can check in and enjoy a comfortable stay.
Vibrant artwork featuring a crown and bold text adorns the wall.

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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650 1/2 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M6J 1E4
  • Rogers Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • CN Tower
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Toronto, ON (YYZ-Pearson Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

City Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Queen Nest Hotel

Hotel in Toronto, a short walk to Queen Street West
Express check-in, express check-out and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hotel.
Queen Nest Hotel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.
During your stay at Queen Nest Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Queen Street West. Features include free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Queen Street West and a 3-minute drive from Rogers Centre
As a guest of Queen Nest Hotel, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Toronto hotel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 25
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must notify the property of their expected arrival time in advance, and confirm their arrival time by phone at least 24 hours before check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: CAD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: CAD 5 (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Tax ID - 702065715RT0001
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Queen Nest Hotel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Palmerston
Palmerston Hotel
Queen Nest Hotel Hotel
Queen Nest Hotel Toronto
Queen Nest Hotel Hotel Toronto

Queen Nest Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 235 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hala

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience! Sink outside the bathroom - very unclean. Two bunk beds in one room. Noise disturbing my sleep. Worst part is the staff. There is a male Italian looking manager who mistreats guests. I had two trolleys he came down and started complaining and complaining right in front of my face to one of his colleagues saying “How do those people think” and using really disrespectful body language. He carried one trolley and yelled the f word. He then checked my booking and told me that I already booked with my friend - why does she not come and help instead with the bags. He later complains that I left my trolley bag inside the room open and starts a lecture with a smirk on his face threatening to make me leave. Terrible experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a private room and it was wonderful! Such a great place, convenient and in a really cool area. The facilities were great and the staff was very friendly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There’s bedbugs on the bed and blankets!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

the ventilation and lights at the room needs improvement
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Yuko

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

HOJUNG

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
You’ll get what you paid for. It’s one of the cheapest accommodations in Toronto, but even compared to the cheapest hostels I’ve stayed at in other cities like LA Vancovuer, this was something else. The staff was really kind, though.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, bad roommate.

It was fine enough. I don't expect much for $40 a night. However, no staff even stuck their head out the door to greet me, and I had a few issues with one of the women in the room. She stunk like she didn't even own a shower, thought the room was her own private one, and refused to shut the door or turn off lights unless I said something to her. I understand the issues inherent to rooming with other people, but the staff didn't seem to care she was causing an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Haven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kimisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theron

It was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO KITCHEN NO LIVING AREA NO NUTHIN.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Disliked: Amenities
Bad neighborhood..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Will stay here again! Worth it for the price. We had a mix up with my date booked, and last minute the hotel and Expedia came through and changed our reservation without any issues! Thankful for that! A tad bit noisy because of its location and people in the hallway. But that’s to be expected honestly. Self check in was very easy, and it smelled very nice when you walk in. Booked this place on a whim and I’m glad we did :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANKARA SUBBU DURAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location. No staff after 10pm, no emergency office phone number if something unexpected happens after 10pm.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed myself
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Altaf

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

You get what you pay for..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ibrahima Medina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Bronx

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was wonderful for the price. It had very attentive management who even gave us a gift when we arrived. I will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025