{"id":2285,"date":"2013-12-04T17:27:15","date_gmt":"2013-12-04T21:27:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/?p=2285"},"modified":"2013-12-10T18:21:15","modified_gmt":"2013-12-10T22:21:15","slug":"experience-torontos-queen-street-west","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/experience-torontos-queen-street-west\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience the Vibrant Neighbourhood of Queen Street West"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>\n<w:WordDocument>\n<w:View>Normal<\/w:View>\n<w:Zoom>0<\/w:Zoom>\n<w:PunctuationKerning\/>\n<w:ValidateAgainstSchemas\/>\n<w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false<\/w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>\n<w:IgnoreMixedContent>false<\/w:IgnoreMixedContent>\n<w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false<\/w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>\n<w:Compatibility>\n<w:BreakWrappedTables\/>\n<w:SnapToGridInCell\/>\n<w:WrapTextWithPunct\/>\n<w:UseAsianBreakRules\/>\n<w:DontGrowAutofit\/>\n<\/w:Compatibility>\n<w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4<\/w:BrowserLevel>\n<\/w:WordDocument>\n<\/xml><![endif]--><\/p>\n<p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>\n<w:LatentStyles DefLockedState=\"false\" LatentStyleCount=\"156\">\n<\/w:LatentStyles>\n<\/xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]><object classid=\"clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D\" id=ieooui><\/object>\n\n\n\n<style>\nst1\\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) }\n<\/style>\n\n<![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 10]>\n\n\n\n<style>\n \/* Style Definitions *\/\n table.MsoNormalTable\n\t{mso-style-name:\"Table Normal\";\n\tmso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;\n\tmso-tstyle-colband-size:0;\n\tmso-style-noshow:yes;\n\tmso-style-parent:\"\";\n\tmso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;\n\tmso-para-margin:0in;\n\tmso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;\n\tmso-pagination:widow-orphan;\n\tfont-size:10.0pt;\n\tfont-family:\"Times New Roman\";\n\tmso-ansi-language:#0400;\n\tmso-fareast-language:#0400;\n\tmso-bidi-language:#0400;}\n<\/style>\n\n<![endif]--><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-2288\" alt=\"Queen Street West\" src=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West.jpg\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West-45x45.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Queen-Street-West-548x548.jpg 548w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 180px) 100vw, 180px\" \/>Nestled between Toronto\u2019s thriving fashion and entertainment districts, Delsuites <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/suites\/qwest\/detail.php\">Qwest<\/a> (168 Simcoe Street) offers short term rentals that are perfect for a weekend getaway or for business travelers who may be able to enjoy the amenities close to this downtown destination. In the past year, the suites and building received a much-deserved upgrade which has made it a prime destination among guests. But beyond the stunning suites, staying at Qwest also means that you\u2019re situated at the intersection of commerce and culture; an area that has become synonymous with the city\u2019s growing arts and music scene. While the options are endless, here are two cultural hot beds offer all you need to quench your thirst for arts, music and so much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">A restored Victorian hotel, the Gladstone (1214 Queen Street West) is at the heart <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">of t<\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-2287\" alt=\"Katharine-Kareoke\" src=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Katharine-Kareoke.jpg\" width=\"171\" height=\"290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Katharine-Kareoke.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/Katharine-Kareoke-176x300.jpg 176w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 171px) 100vw, 171px\" \/><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">he city\u2019s indie arts and culture scene. From book launches to live bands, the daily event offerings are as diverse as the menu at the Melody Bar and Caf\u00e9, the two in hotel eateries. Every Friday and Saturday from 11PM until 2AM, crooners are welcomed to step up to the mike for free karaoke nights at the Melody Bar. Families with children may opt for the totally affordable ($10\/children, $16\/adults Acoustic Family Brunch Buffet on Sundays from 11AM until 2PM. With four rotating public gallery spaces, the Gladstone features 70 exhibitions every year including photography, along with hosting exhibition openings. This historic hotel also features unique venue spaces that may be perfect for hosting business meetings and events.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\">At the Drake Hotel (1150 Queen Street West), depending on the night, you could discover indie bands playing into the pre-dawn hours or stumble upon a DJ hosted dance party. From Qwest\u2019s location, the Drake Hotel is easily accessible, making it an accessible apr\u00e8s work venue or a great late-night weekend hot spot. Along with supporting burgeoning musicians, the Drake lends support to community, arts and cultural events throughout the year. From family-friendly pancake breakfasts to seasonal markets, it has quickly become a neighbourhood hot spot for community groups. After several years of indoor exhibits, the Drake now features outdoor installations steps from the Drake\u2019s front door. And with multiple eateries and bar locations, the Drake will keep you coming back for seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2293\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/bigstock-Museum-Visitors-47867966-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/bigstock-Museum-Visitors-47867966-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/bigstock-Museum-Visitors-47867966-548x365.jpg 548w, https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/bigstock-Museum-Visitors-47867966.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Whether you\u2019re musically inclined or curating your art collection, Qwest is the ideal destination when you\u2019re looking to explore the city\u2019s downtown areas. 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