TRAVELODGE BY WYNDHAM TORONTO EAST, Toronto

The hotel sits just off Highway 401, making it easy to reach by car. The Toronto Zoo is within 10 km, Ontario Science Centre 16 km, and the Distillery District 25 km. The surrounding area is suburban with industrial parks and some plazas. A bus stop is nearby, but a car is the most practical way to get around. Free parking on site is a significant advantage. For sports fans, venues like Rogers Centre are downtown, about a 30-minute drive. The location suits those driving through or needing quick highway access.

Accommodation includes standard rooms with two queen beds or one king, as well as accessible rooms. Renovated rooms feature updated bathrooms and newer furnishings, while others show wear with scratched furniture and worn carpet. Rooms on the Markham Road side can be noisy; those facing the parking lot are quieter. Bed comfort varies - some are comfortable, others have hard mattresses or lumpy pillows. Air conditioning units can be noisy. Bathrooms in renovated rooms are clean and modern, but some unrenovated bathrooms have mold or grime. Windows in some rooms do not open properly. Overall, the property is functional for a short stay, but advance room selection matters.

Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, sausages, waffles, bagels, toast, cereal, juice, and coffee. The breakfast room is small - about 20 seats - so it fills up quickly, especially between 7:30 and 8:30am. Food is replenished but can run out during peak times. For lunch and dinner, StagsHead Bar & Grill is attached to the hotel, serving pub fare like fish and chips, burgers, and veggie options. It is open Sunday-Thursday 11am-midnight, Friday-Saturday 11am-2am. Many find the food good value and the bar has pool tables. There is also a coffee house on site and vending machines for snacks and drinks.

The indoor pool and hot tub are available for guest use. The pool area has been noted as clean, though some report that the pool shower was out of order on occasion. The hot tub is a nice way to unwind after a day of driving or sightseeing. There is no fitness centre or gym on site. The pool and hot tub are generally enjoyed by families, though during busy times it can be crowded. The facilities are simple but functional.

WiFi is free in all areas and works well. Parking is free but unreserved; during repaving the lot may be partially closed. The 24-hour front desk can assist with check-in, currency exchange, and luggage storage. A safety deposit box and ATM are available. Laundry, dry cleaning, and daily housekeeping are offered, though some note that housekeeping may need to be requested. Two meeting rooms provide 56 m² of event space. The hotel is non-smoking throughout and has an elevator. Family rooms and accessible rooms are available. A $150 deposit is taken at check-in.