Le Royal Meridien King Edward Edit Building

Identification

Approximate Address - 37 King Street East [map]

Neighbourhood - Downtown

City - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Region - Greater Golden Horseshoe

Nearby Buildings - 34 King Street East, One Toronto Street, 20 Victoria Street, Kingsquare, 18 King Street East, 20 Toronto Street, 15 Toronto Street, Deak International Building, 8 King Street East, Skyline Cosmopolitan

Technical

Type - Mid-Rise

Designation - Hotel

Status - Reconstruction

Floors - 9

Units - 294 suites

Companies

Architect - Edward James Lennox

Architect - Stanford Downey Architects Inc.

Developer - George Gooderham

Le Royal Meridien King Edward is a superior deluxe property located only 20 miles away from the Pearson International Airport. The King Edward hotel was named in honor of King Edward VII, who in the year 1902 graciously presented his seal of approval to both the King Edward Hotel coat-of-arms and the name of this fine establishment.

The hotel opened its doors at 6:00 am on Monday, May 11th, 1903 and has played host to Royalty, Heads of State and dignitaries from all over the world.This beautiful property offers an impressive array of guest rooms and suites, all tastefully furnished and elegantly appointed to combine Edwardian charm with contemporary luxury and convenience.

Building Record History

1981 - Reconstruction

Reference Material

Contributors: Bob Krawczyk, Rod Taylor

• "History of City Hall". Accessed 25 May 05.

• "RezCenter Hotel Profile". Accessed 25 May 05.

• "Toronto hotels are rich with heritage". Accessed 25 May 05.