Venue Detail
The Drake Hotel
About this venue
An absolute cultural institution anchored in the West Queen West art district, The Drake Hotel is Toronto’s original community-driven, boutique masterpiece. This isn't just a place to sleep—it is a sprawling multi-story sensory playground where high art, indie music, and curated hospitality seamlessly collide.
Practical details
Address: 1150 Queen St W, Toronto, M6J 1J3, Canada
Hours: The front desk serves hospitality round-the-clock 24/7. The main dining and lounge venue spaces operate daily from 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight), extending until 2:00 AM Wednesday through Friday.
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/es/toronto/venues/the-drake-hotel--2530
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Check-in wait
Check-in struts in starting at 3:00 PM (15:00), and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Best time to stay
For hotel guests, September delivers peak Hollywood glam during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), while Friday and Saturday nights are the ultimate vibe when the club energy activates across three full floors from 10:00 PM to 3:30 AM. Don't miss their iconic Saturday Drag Brunch or "Good Soul" vinyl Sunda
Guest mix
A fiercely energetic, stylish mix of local Queen West creatives, global artsy travelers, young corporate professionals, and live music aficionados.
Dress expectations
Smart Casual / Stylish Streetwear. Individual style is highly celebrated here, but avoid full sportswear, jerseys, or tracksuits on club nights if you want to pass the door vibe check smoothly.
Staff inclusion
Exceptionally progressive and prominently designated as a highly LGBTQ+ friendly space. The venue works actively to support open community events, providing a warm, authentic, and diverse environment where everyone feels safe to celebrate.
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