5 Ways to Live Like a Local, Midweek in Toronto 

1. Enjoy a Seat at the Table Whether it’s settling in for sushi and cocktails at Drake Lounge or heading out for dinner at an up-and-coming neighbourhood spot, weeknights mean you can stroll in without the wait. Bonus: bar seats are prime for people-watching and spontaneous conversations (remember those?) Whether you’re looking for a table or coveted spot at the bar, securing a reservation is so much easier midweek. The pace is relaxed, the service is personal, and the atmosphere is refreshingly unhurried.

2. Art, Music + Culture (Without the Crowds) Toronto’s creative scene doesn’t wait for the weekend. Whether you’re checking out a live music performance or surprise DJ set at Drake Underground or exploring a contemporary art exhibition by an inspiring local artist, our weeknight programming is not to be missed. When you stay at The Drake, you’re invited in as a friend to Toronto’s cultural community.

3. Midweek Rates, Maximized Stays Take advantage of midweek pricing while enjoying the same style and comfort The Drake is known for. With more favourable pricing, treat yourself to a room upgrade, linger longer over room service, or simply lean into the perks of staying like a local in vibrant Queen West.

4.Discover the real Toronto Midweek is when Queen West truly shines. Step out of The Drake and into a neighbourhood alive with creative energy and true community. Start your day off with a coffee among locals at Drake Café, browse the many curated, independent boutiques, unwind with a cozy lunch, explore tucked-away galleries, and wander through bustling laneways. Experience the Toronto locals know and love – and that’s rarely found in guidebooks.

5.Creative Recharge (With WiFi) Need to stay connected? Our unique rooms and communal spaces offer plenty of quiet corners to get things done. And once the laptop is closed, The Drake helps you experience life offline with comforting bites, energizing live music, or a crafted (well-earned) nightcap. Need to mix business with pleasure? Set up in our Lobby Bar, at a cozy booth in the Café, or stay-in and enjoy remote work like it was meant to be – taking Zoom calls from a comfortable, art-filled suite. Our stylish communal spaces and in-room desks make it easy to sneak in a few productive hours between local adventures.

Curious Where the Locals Go? Just Ask.

Our team lives and breathes Toronto. Ask anyone from The Drake for the best tips, must-see events, Queen West gems, or get an insider’s guide to our favourite all-time haunts – think tucked-away cafes, midweek happy hours, and where to find the best late-night eats.

Midweek at The Drake is a chance to tap into the creative pulse of Toronto, like a real local. Come stay for a few nights midweek and experience a side of Toronto most visitors miss.

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