Sukhdev Toor, Manga Hotels, and a family vision for the future
FEATURE PROFILE: Feature from the FALL 2024 ISSUE of STAY Magazine
Canadian hotelier, Sukhdev Toor has announced details about the first TOOR Hotel, a distinct lifestyle hotel and residence coming very soon to downtown Toronto.
The boutique property will offer 232 guest rooms and suites as well as 181 premium residential rental units. The project will feature a modern French-inspired bistro and bar set over two floors, valet parking, a 1,500-square-foot fitness centre and yoga studio, a 3,000-square-foot terrace, and an additional 1,100 square feet of meeting and event space. The 33-story development will offer guests and residents unobstructed views of Toronto and Lake Ontario.
TOOR Hotel provides easy access to the best of Toronto. Centrally located in the Garden District in downtown Toronto, TOOR Hotel is close to the financial district, historic sites, green spaces, world-class shopping, dining, arts and theatre. It is also steps away from the new Moss Park subway station.
Over the years, TOOR Hotel president and CEO, Sukhdev Toor, has developed dozens of hotels across Canada and the United States under Manga Hotel Group. He brings almost four decades of experience in operational excellence to this new property. "As Toronto continues to grow, this prime location makes it a perfect retreat for travelers [SIC]. The TOOR Hotel epitomizes the essence of a true urban lifestyle hotel, bringing a new offering to Toronto," says Toor. “From the downtown positioning to our thoughtfully designed spaces and architecture, no detail has been spared in providing our guests a unique and memorable experience.”
"TOOR Hotel is proudly Canadian and represents the values its citizens are known for globally—hospitality and approachability. With a commitment to supporting Toronto, TOOR Hotel highlights the best of the city with personalized touches including locally sourced amenities and offerings," says Toor.
A vibrant and celebratory architectural design
The Arcadis IBI-designed hotel aims for sophistication with its modern design and character representative of Toronto and its continued growth. “We embodied a sense of playfulness when creating this building, introducing organic elements of the natural environment of the Garden District, and using a juxtaposition of articulated boxes, one floating above the other to embody distinct programmatic functions. This interplay of forms alongside the unique combination of luxury hotel suites, rental residences and a shared amenities floor and restaurant make this unlike any other location in the city,” says Mansoor Kazerouni, global director of buildings at Arcadis IBI Group.
The guest rooms and suites feature Canadian designs inspired by Toronto’s vibrant parks and green spaces. Guest rooms and suites by DesignAgency, a Toronto-based award-winning international design studio, include contemporary interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and modern amenities. The washrooms have been designed with custom artwork and soothing colours, pulling the room’s atmosphere into additional spaces. All guest rooms have Lutron lighting to create a custom atmosphere with its range of smart controls.
Muse Bistro + Bar
TOOR offers destination dining and gathering spaces with the Muse Bistro + Bar. Designed by Mackaywong, Muse Bistro + Bar is a dining hub with European-designed interiors and modern French-inspired cuisine. The two-story restaurant is over 2,500 square feet, and features a ground floor with space for meetings and working. The second floor will offer a more refined dining experience alongside an additional 1,100 square feet of meeting and event space—with a custom menu designed by The Fifteen Group.
TOOR Hotel and Residences
TOOR Hotel will open in 2024 and will be the first of four boutique TOOR Hotel Collection properties scheduled to open in downtown Toronto locations over the next five years. The collection will range from lifestyle to luxury 5-star hotels, with each property curated to reflect its neighbourhood’s aesthetic and atmosphere.
Elevated above the TOOR Hotel, premium rental units comprise the top 15 floors of the building. The 203 Residences will be the first of its kind to offer multi-family residential rentals situated above an upscale hotel. Occupancy begins in early summer 2024.
FEATURE PROFILE: Feature from the FALL 2024 ISSUE of STAY Magazine
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