It’s so easy to get caught up in our everyday lives, that sometimes taking a staycation can be the most refreshing and relaxing thing possible. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ll know that I stayed in the Thompson Toronto last weekend, and it was just what I needed to refresh.
Upon entering the hotel, I immediately felt at home amidst the modern decor. The staff were super friendly, and went out of their way to make my stay as comfortable as possible. I arrived at the hotel in the evening, so after settling in, the first thing I did was order dinner – truffle mac n cheese. Guys, this was the best mac n cheese I have ever had in my life. I still wake up dreaming about it. To my Toronto friends, if you have yet to go to the Thompson diner, I beg you to pay them a visit, your life will never be the same again. Afterwards, I checked out the rooftop bar which is known for the best view of the city. I was totally taken aback by how beautiful the skyline looked and it gave me a whole new appreciation for the city I call home.
I think pictures speak louder than words, so I hardly need to tell you what an incredible experience I had. I returned home the next day feeling energized and ready to take on the week. To my international readers, if you’re ever in the city and are looking for a great hotel in one of Toronto’s coolest neighbourhoods, I couldn’t recommend The Thompson more. Every aspect of my stay was perfect, and I feel myself constantly feeling the urge to take another staycation!
That breakfast in bed looks so good, and I love that marble bathroom!
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What a wonderful staycation! So relaxing! Thanks for sharing Siffat! 🙂
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I had the best time!
I agree, a staycation can be just as relaxing as vacationing away. I love your room, it does exude your modern style, so I know you must have really loved it and felt at home! Those pancakes look so delicious, now I’m having major cravings, haha! Thanks so much for sharing, beautiful, and I hope you’re having a great start to your week so far!
XO,
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Oh Jalisa, you have no idea, I’m drooling just thinking about the food!
Beautiful photos.
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Thank you!
Siffat, thank you for sharing your experience! I already stayed at Thompson hotels in Chicago and Miami in the past, and I was really impressed by the friendliness of the staff and the decor. If I travel to Toronto, I’ll make sure to book a room there and try that mac n cheese:)
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I was so happy with my stay that I’d definitely stay in the other branches when I travel! You must stay here when you’re in town!
Beautiful staycation! Love the room , so clean and fancy 🙂 and breakfast looks delicious!
Happy New month gorgeous!
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It was perfect, I had such a wonderful time.
what a relaxing staycation. I really wanna try that truffle mac n cheese. sounds too good to pass up. the pics are really making me hungry now. hehe.
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geri
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The truffle mac n cheese was beyond words delicious.
Oh myy! Your place looks really cozy! and ur bfast looks heavenly. I’d love to have a staycation like urs <3
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It was the perfect weekend getaway!
These pictures just made me feel so warm and fuzzy, looks like such a gorgeous staycation! Gah I want to see Toronto so bad xo
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You should visit!
what a wonderfully beautiful relaxing staycation. Love the room, Loved this post….and the breakfast luks so delicious…
xo, Neha
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Thanks Neha, it was delicious!
This is a perfect staycation.
I love the view and the look of the room.
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The view was absolutely incredible, it took my breath away!
This hotel looks so lovely and it is always so awesome to be able to do a mini-staycation – you get the benefits of going far away (relaxation, a new scenery) without breaking the bank! Sounds like you had an incredible time!
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Exactly, it’s just nice to get a change of scenery to refresh 🙂
Wow! Stunning photos and the hotel looks awesome! Looks like you had a fantastic time! <3 xxx
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The hotel is truly one of the best in the city!
Wow, looks like an awesome Hotel!
Kisses,
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It really is!
I take note and hope to go in Toronto some day! This hotel look really cool and the view is amazing! Have a nice day x
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A hundred percent, you should definitely come!
fab room, breathtaking food and scrumptious food, what more u could have asked for. love the post.
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Right? It was the perfect weekend!
What a pretty hotel! That food looks DELISH!
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The pancakes were unreal!
How lucky you are! Love this place! So relaxing and cozy. Thanks for sharing Babe! Have a wonderful day!
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It was so much fun, super relaxing 🙂
This look divine!!
So glad you enjoyed yourself!
xo, Shell
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Thanks Shell, it was such the perfect weekend!
those pancakes look soooo super delicious 🙂
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They were like little clouds in my mouth!
I just discovered your blog & I love it! Keep on the good work, girl:)
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That’s so sweet of you to say, Natasha! I’m happy you like it!
Beautiful photos! Sounds like it was a wonderful staycation! Truffle mac and cheese sounds so good!
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Oh gosh I can’t even tell you how amazing it was!
cool!!
Kisses darling
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The decor looks so nice and that skyline really is stunning! My cousin is planning a trip to Toronto in a week and I can already tell he’s in for a treat!
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Oh he’s going to love it – so many great restaurants to try!
The food looks delicious!
xo, I
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It was to die for!
Beautiful photos! Just discovered your blog and I’m in love!A staycation is such a lovely idea:)
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You’re so sweet, so happy you like it! And yes, the staycation was fabulous!
This hotel looks amazing, lovely pictures siffat. Good that you felt like home as you entered it. Have a great day ahead!
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Thanks lady! It was the perfect weekend!
Amazing!! Ive been wanting to visit Toronto! Gives me great ideas!
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You should! We could brunch 😉
Lovely room you got Siffat… and all that food MAJOR NOMS
Happy Wednesday
Filipa xxx
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The food was to die for!
Everything looks so elegant! The room is amazing!
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It was perfect, had the best time!
WOW! The hotel looks so so welcoming! Glad you enjoyed your stayca there hun!
xoxo, Aldora
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Thanks Aldora, it was so much fun!
Love love love your photography! Those pancakes look so amazing!
xoxo, Christina
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Thanks girl, it was all delicious!
Everything looks amazing! Great place!
Xoxo,
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It was just what I needed!
This place looks amazing !! And truffle mac and cheese .. yum !! Great post ! 🙂 Xx
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The truffle mac and cheese was incredible!
Beautiful place and photos!
xx Elisa
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It was fabulous!
Beautiful pictures dear! The breakfast in bed looks so yummi!
Hugs, Pisa ❤
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It was to die for!
Completely agree, a short stay just over the weekend can make all the difference! Especially if you have children at home.
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Oh I can only imagine how necessary it must be to take a break now and then if you have kids!
I LOVE staycations. They are seriously so refreshing. This looks so fun! Great hotel.
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Right? It was just what I needed to refresh!
Beautiful staycation! Love the room , so clean and fancy 🙂
Everything looks amazing! Great place, and great photos!
Have a great week!
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It was fabulous!
OMG! Beautiful photos! Dreaming of having a treat like that in bed! Everything in the photos look so amazing! Enjoy! xo Anita
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It was such a great weekend treat, the food was to die for!
the hotel looks so inviting! I love your photography!
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the hotel looks so inviting! I love your photography!
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It was just what I needed!
View from the rooftop bar is amazing! Even a day away for relaxing can make so much difference. That marble bathroom look fab!
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Oh I couldn’t agree more – it was just what I needed!
Oh I hear this is so true. And wow what a gorgeous place to stay! Love it. I may get a bunch of bloggers together here in NY and we may stay is a high end hotel for fun! So right with you.
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That sounds like such a fun staycation, you should definitely do it!
Oh this place looks amazing and the view you had is incredible!
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The view was absolutely unreal!
This hotel looks amazing and that breakfast looks divine! You took such beautiful photos, you’ve captured the modern essence of the hotel! Love this post <3
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That view is amazing! And the truffle mac and cheese sounds delicious. Looks like such a great place to stay.
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This is such a refreshing staycation 🙂 Love the ammenities and that breakfast is delicious!
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It looks like you have an awesome staycation at the beautiful hotel! Thanks for sharing!
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Great post babe x
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This place looks amazing! I love the room and the view! I love Toronto skyline. The food looks so yummy.
Mac n Cheese with truffle is very good, I have tried it in France. If you want to do it at home, you just need to buy Truffle oil. It’s much more affordable than truffles and easier to find (I’m not sure you can even find fresh truffles in Canada). Actually a lot of restaurants use truffle oil to give a truffle taste to their dishes. It’s good on pizza too 🙂
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Lovely pics!!!
nice info
thanks for sharing!!!
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Thanks Itzel!
I am so with you on this one and I’ve felt it quite a lot this past week. It was a really crazy one and as someone who loves spending time on her own, and who loves having time for herself, I really needed a bit of me time. So it was hard. I think – doing things like these are quite worth it because they’re great experiences and allow you to relax. But relax in a way that you feel alive again once you leave. And that is hard to find in the little things we do sometimes because we’re all so worried about something else.
I love this, I love the pictures and I’m happy you had a great time,
Ella x
It looks so vibrant and calm at the same time and these pancakes !!
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Wow! That hotel room looks absolutely stunning. Like a home away from home. And I cannot tell you how much I love truffle mac n cheese. Sounds like a lovely staycation.
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