88 Charles St E, Toronto

The well-known 1960’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel, originally the hub of bohemian society in Yorkville, was converted in 1990 into The Waldorf Astoria Lofts. Standing at 8-storeys of white concrete and stone, this building offers 131 Toronto lofts. The units feature renovated bathrooms and kitchens with tile flooring, stainless steel appliances, walk-in closets, ensuite laundry and electric fireplaces in master bedrooms. Amenities include a fitness facility, sauna and a rooftop deck. Living at 80-88 Charles Street East, replete with history, you also have a variety of culture and restaurants at just a few minutes' walk. On lazy days check out the Royal Ontario Museum or the Toronto Reference Library. Great places to eat include The Croissant Tree on Church Street, Ichiriki Japanese Restaurant on Bloor Street East or Bar Volo on Yonge Street for a unique mix of craft beer and cheese and meat platters. The Yonge and Bloor area has a perfect 100 Walk Score, with nearby bicycle-friendly lanes on Wellesley, College, and Sherbourne Streets. If you want to travel fast, the main hub of Toronto’s TTC network is right at Bloor and Yonge, giving you access to the whole city. For car-owners, the area is easily navigable with access to the Gardiner Expressway via Yonge Street and the Lower Jarvis onramp and the Don Valley Parkway via Danforth Avenue.