Making Waves Boatel: A Toronto Bed & Breakfast
When was the last time you slept on a boat? Set on a boat and docked in Toronto Harbour, the Making Waves Boatel offers a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast experience. As the first ever Canadian B & B in Canada to receive the Green Leaders badge, they are not only innovative, but provide excellent customer care.
Rated #2 on TripAdvisor, Making Waves Boatel offers an unforgettable experience that combines luxury accommodations with the charm and adventure of staying on a boat.
What Makes Making Waves Boatel Special
Unbeatable Views
Imagine waking up, sipping your morning coffee, or enjoying a delicious breakfast and watching a panorama view of Toronto’s skyline. Amazing, isn’t it? That’s exactly what you can expect to experience at Making Waves Boatel.
Apart from the stunning view of Toronto’s skyline, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the endless Lake Ontario. Guests consistently point out that the view is outstanding.
Unique Accommodations
This seasonal B&B is unlike any other. Guests stay aboard a 65-foot yacht gently rocked to sleep by the water. Making Waves Boatel offers comfortable, small yet cozy cabins, with plenty of space on the boat to enjoy during your stay. The bathrooms are clean and well-maintained making your stay both pleasant and refreshing.
Convenient Location
The Making Waves Boatel is docked in the heart of downtown Toronto. It’s close to many city landmarks like Toronto Music Garden, Roundhouse Park, Rogers Centre, and the CN Tower. The location is perfect to leave your car behind and explore the city on foot.
Delicious Breakfast
Before you start exploring Toronto, a delicious gourmet breakfast is served onboard that will fuel you up for the oncoming journey. Besides, guests have noted that freshly baked cookies are available at all hours, ensuring you never go hungry!
What People Have to Say About Making Waves Boatel
Guests of Making Waves Boatel consistently share positive reviews of their experiences. With over 200 reviews on TripAdvisor, we have chosen to summarize some of the most notable comments from their guests. Here’s what they have to say:
“Great stay with Diane and Ted. They welcome you onto their boat and make you feel right at home. Close to everything in downtown Toronto but yet tucked away in a quiet section dockside.”
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“The most relaxed environment you can ever imagine, but yet steps away from the heart of Toronto. Highly recommend for those looking to avoid the impersonal experience of staying at a downtown hotel.“
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“Diane & Ted are wonderful hosts! We felt right and home and enjoyed their company and the delicious breakfast’s that Diane prepared each morning. The setting is beautiful, and the location was very convenient.”
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“What a wonderful experience! The hosts were so welcoming and knowledgeable. Our room was so clean. There was something about being on the water, enjoying our wonderful breakfast and being in such a calm environment.”
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“We so enjoyed our stay on the boatel! A bed and breakfast spot that can’t be beat — easy access to downtown Toronto sites, and a unique change from motel/hotel accommodations. Nice relaxing breakfast, very helpful hosts who know the city, and fresh cookies at all hours!”
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Insider Tips
Making Waves Boatel is a family owned bed & breakfast and is open between June 1st to September 30th – before the ship heads off for hibernation at the Bahamas. Ask about booking the entire boat for a special occasion. You can even enjoy dinner on the skylounge or take a romantic evening cruise in the harbor.
Remember, life on the water is addictive. Your first visit won’t be your last!
Location: 539 Queens Quay W, Toronto, Ontario M5V 3G3, Canada
Neighborhood: Toronto Harbour
Languages Spoken: English, French
Nearby Attractions: CN Tower, Toronto Waterfront, The National Ballet of Canada, Ireland Park, and more.
Booking your stay
- 2 nights minimum stay
- Dockside accommodation: they do not leave the dock with guests on board
- Get 10% off when you say Queen Tour referred you
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