
As one of the most vibrant cities in the world, Toronto is a melting pot of ethnically diverse cultures, traditions, languages, and music. Home to numerous museums, historic sites, theatres, festivals, and sports activities, it is little wonder that this global cosmopolitan city is one of Canada’s leading tourism destination and attracts over 25 million tourists every year. Whether you are taking in breathtaking views of the city from the spire of the CN tower or vibing to the beats of electronic music exploding from one of the many bars in the Entertainment district, this city is full of exciting experiences that offer something for everyone. With loads of attractions and events, this major tourism destination offers all types of accommodation options ranging from grand five-star hotels to lovely bed and breakfast and guesthouses that differ in pricing and location. Here is a list of the best affordable Airbnb vacation rentals under 45 USD in Downtown Toronto, Canada, that will let you get the best of the city without spending too much.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 20, 2024.
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1. Cozy pad close to Scotiabank Centre and Chinatown (from USD 723)
Make the most out of your trip to Toronto by booking a stay in this affordable yet cozy pad near everything. When we say “everything”, we really do mean it as it’s close to the Art Gallery of Ontario, Chinatown, Kensington Market, University Avenue, Princess of Wales Theatre, restaurants, bars, cafes, banks, and malls—pretty much all you need to experience what the city is all about. Scotiabank Arena, which is the home of the NBA champs Toronto Raptors, is just 20 minutes away.
The pad can accommodate up to two guests, perfect for solo travelers or couples. Amenities include a 32-inch HDTV with cable, Fire TV, and Netflix, heating, cooling, wifi, a microwave, and a mini-fridge to make your stay as comfy as possible.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.61 km (1.0 mi) from CN TowerSuperhost
Accommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Host:
gary is a really nice hostgary was very responsive and accommodated all my requestsvery friendly host and always responds immediatelygary is a super duper host one of the most friendly people i ever metgary was very nice and accommodatingLocation:
the location is amazinggreat location for exploring torontogreat location close to most interesting neighborhoods in the citygood location and awesome valuegreat place to be close to downtownCleanliness:
while the room is small it is clean & comfortableclean slippers to wear inside was a nice touchclean and a great part of townthe place was clean and ready to gothe place was clean and very close to lot of restaurants and amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it was comfortable and i had good nights of sleepeasy check-in hot shower and quiet at night
2. Cute and cosy apartment in a quiet neighbourhood
Stay on the 24th floor of a 40-year-old sunny apartment. With a super welcoming and knowledgeable host who is ready to go out of his way to offer you a pleasant stay, this apartment includes two bedrooms, one bathroom, Wifi, digital TV, a fully functioning kitchen, a living area with sofas, and a balcony with a barbecue grill. The house is conveniently located at an eight-minute walking distance away from the downtown area and has close access to a public pool, an ice skating rink, biking trails, the distillery district, restaurants, movie theatres, and art galleries.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2.62 km (1.7 mi) from CN TowerAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
great host and good placegreat host extremely knowledgeable about the areavery nice place very nice hosthost is super thoughtful and went above and beyond for usbeautiful place such a helpful hostLocation:
excellent location in downtown and very quietsean's place is centrally located in downtown toronto with easy access to public transportation as wellthe place have all what you need and a very good location a steps from bus stopsthe location was brilliant too within an easy walk of the distillery districtplace is near main touristic attraction and safe areaCleanliness:
sean's place was great - simple cheap clean and comfortablestylish decoration and sparkling clean placeeverything was super cleanthe place is very clean and the bed is very comfortablesean's place is super clean and he is very informative with his knowledge of the toronto areaRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
from amenities to style to check-in sean was considerate and made his home very comfortablenice bedroom in a nice apartmentroom was good and we could use the rest of the flat too
3. Private room with a work desk (from USD 942)
Who says you can’t enjoy downtown Toronto on a budget? This affordable room hosted by Vicky is the place to book if you’re a solo traveler looking for a simple place to stay. This pet-friendly rental is an apartment that you will share with the host, but you’ll have a private room that includes a double bed and a comfy couch. There’s also a desk available for those working remotely.
Vicky’s guests are also welcome to use the fully equipped kitchen and the living room. After your city adventures, hang out by the balcony with a view of CN Tower.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
3.08 km (2.0 mi) from CN TowerSuperhost
Accommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Host:
vicky was a great hosti enjoyed myself the host was wonderfulvery nice person and good hostvicky is incredible and a great hostvicky is a cheerful host who will try her best to look after youLocation:
though bus is easier and close bythe location of the apartment is good and you can go to any attraction of toronto even walkingi booked vicky’s place literally last minute but she was fantastic and very accommodatingshe is very nice and the place is comfortable enough in a good locationCleanliness:
vicky is an excellent host the place is well located clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
no air condition but fans little hot in summer but not big problem for other seasonsthe room is private spacious and nice for moments you want to relax and sit inthe room is clean firm comfy bed desk couch and closet accessfor the price and the convenience i def recommend this apartmenti enjoyed my stay at vicky's apartment
4. Serviced apartment in the heart of downtown
Located bang in the middle of downtown Toronto, this cozy, clean rental is an ideal base to explore the city and its attractions. The studio offers two comfortable beds, a private washroom, a shared fully equipped kitchen, wifi, and a laptop-friendly workspace. The house is located on the third floor of an apartment with elevator access.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.8 km (1.2 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
great staff and quite affordablethe owners were amazing with their fast response to inquiriesthe host is very quick in responding which was nicethe hosts were very kind responsive and checked up on me after a dayresponds very quick and is helpfulLocation:
great location to down towngreat location just a few minutes walk from dundas and young squarethe location looked just like the picturesnice space in a central location with close proximity to a lot of stuffgreat place the location and value were amazingCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousgreat communication easy check in clean room- cleanliness: space was clean simple and didn’t have any clutter (which we enjoyed)place was spotless as wellit was a spacious beautiful sparkling clean roomRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is no television but the wi-fi is goodthis room is clean no special amenities but it was finethe room and bathroom are huge and privateand the bathroom was awesomethe room iis warmly & nice
5. Sleek and cosy house
Located on the ground floor with a short staircase leading to the streets of the downtown area, this one-bedroom loft is ideal for anyone looking to stay at a prime location and explore the famous landmarks of downtown Toronto. The private unit offers one bedroom, one private washroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge area with two additional sofa beds.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were friendly and quickly any questions we hadgreat host and very responsivegreat place with great hostsreally big and stylish check in was easy and the hosts responded quickly and kindlycheck in/out was simple and communications with hosts were prompt and courteousLocation:
fabulous locationfantastic location it was close to pretty much everythingnice location ok for the moneythe location is great we were within a fair walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shoppingclose walking distance to young/dundas square ryerson and cool restaurantsCleanliness:
very clean as wellplace was super cleanthe place was really clean and exactly as advertisedthe place was clean and comfortablekept very clean and check-in was very easyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi worked very wellwifi was fast and checkin easythe sofa beds could be a little cleaner but amazing size and really comfortablea tv would’ve been great but other than that i enjoyed my stayexcellent place to stay with lots of room would highly suggest for the price
6. Inviting room in a vibrant neighbourhood
Situated in the lively neighborhood of Little Italy filled with trendy bars, restaurants, and cafes, this lovely Airbnb attracts travelers from all over the world. The clean, well-maintained unit offers your own private room, a relaxing lounging area, a fully equipped kitchen and clean, shared washrooms. The house is ideal for anyone looking to meet new travelers in Toronto and share new experiences.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
3.01 km (1.9 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
quick response from host; easy access and parkingnice place and communication with the host was easyit was great hosting thank youLocation:
location is also great pretty close to many areas within walking distance or good transportationmany great restaurants within walking distancenice room close to toronto downtowngreat place and real close to everything downtownlovely comfortable room in a great location of torontoCleanliness:
clean and cozy place to stayso nice and cleana clean room with a bedcozy place and clean roomnice clean 5-10min from subwayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
appreciated outlets on both sides of bed to plug in all my devicesthe bathroom was clean and wifi was goodlovely place yes you can here some sound outside the room but it’s not noisy at allmy room was nice
7. Calm and spotless house in a fantastic location
This clean, peaceful house is located slap bang in the middle of the entertainment district and close to landmarks such as the CN Tower, Roger’s Center and Ripley’s Aquarium. The brand new, hip apartment offers one bedroom with three beds, a bathroom, well-equipped kitchen, wifi, laptop-friendly workspace, TV, washer and dryer, and access to a hot tub, pool, gym, and rooftop patio. This apartment is the best bet for anyone looking for a quiet stay in a neighborhood full of attractions.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
646 meters (0.5 ft) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
host was quick and responsivea great host with fast answersjay was a very helpful hostjay was the perfect hostquick responses from host and easy check in processLocation:
great location and apartmentthe location is superb toogreat apartment close to everythingvery cute condo and great locationnice place great locationCleanliness:
clean space very modernclean and fresh all aroundclean and easy to accessthe unit was very clean and easy to findgreat space very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this apartment has a great view of the area with good views of the cn tower as wellviews can even be had right from the comfort of your bedthe apartment has an amazing view and the location is perfectthe place was very well kept and amply furnished - very comfortable for a 3 day staythe apartment was clean and comfortable and the view was amazing
8. Unique and swanky loft
Located five minutes’ away from the subway, this charming apartment in a central location can accommodate a maximum of eight guests. The two-bedroom house offers a private washroom, a fully equipped kitchen, wifi, laptop-friendly workspace and is located on the second floor of an apartment with elevator access. The house is conveniently located on the dividing line of Old Town with historical attractions and the Church Yonge corridor with concerts and celebrations and lets you explore the best of both worlds.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.79 km (1.2 mi) from CN Tower
9. Trendy and clean studio
Located in the basement level down a couple steps on the stairs, this clean studio in a safe, quiet neighborhood is ideal to explore the core of downtown Toronto. The three-bedroom accommodation is in a stylishly furnished apartment and can accommodate a maximum of six guests. The studio is beautifully decorated and offers three comfy beds, a clean private washroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a lounging area with two additional sofas, wifi and a laptop-friendly workspace.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.77 km (1.1 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
the host was really nice and easy to contactthe hosts were super responsive as wellthey were very attentive and quick with responses all in all great findhosts were great at quick responses and the home is very cleanthe host are easy to joint and we have always quick answerLocation:
great central location in downtown toronto super cute spaceamazing location close to everythinggood location to thingsthe location was super convenient only a short walk from eaton centre and many of the main streetsthis place is central and easily located off the subwayCleanliness:
very clean and pretty spacethe space was impeccably clean and loved the decorgreat space very clean and tidygood stay and very clean placethe place was clean and easily accessibleRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
other than that the place was just like the photos and cozy as wellit was nice having the bed and two pull out bedsi particularly appreciated the simple check in process clean rooms and kitchen stocked with coffee and coffee whitener
10. Beautifully renovated 1890s Victorian townhome
Located in one of the major up and coming neighborhoods of Toronto, this lovely shared space is ideal for solo travelers and provides great value. The trendy unit offers your own bed, wifi, a laptop-friendly workspace, a shared fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities at a fee. You can choose to meet other travelers and chat in the spacious lounge or relax and work alone in your own private space here.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2.52 km (1.6 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
good place with nice hostamazing airbnb the host are friendly and welcomingvery kind and hospitable hoststhe hosts are very friendly approachable and responsive to questions and needsgreat host and nice cozy place elaine makes u feel at homeLocation:
the location is greatgreat location near distillery and stvery nice townhouse located a 25 minute walk from the eaton center and the rest of downtown toit's close to downtown toronto so easy to get thereclose to the busses and not far from the city you could easily walk thereCleanliness:
clean bathrooms clean kitchen and great beddingthe beds were clean and comfortablesuper stylish and clean spacevery spacious clean bathroom with a jet tubthe space was clean and nice and the beds were goodRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
especially i loved the curtain and he light for each bedthe bed seems that the privacy is protected from the other guestsi was apprenhensive about the shared room accomodations but it was actually super chill
11. Contemporary condo with amazing views
Start your day by waking up to the incredible views of CN tower. This modern, spacious apartment offers all the comforts of a home in a convenient location close to restaurants, bars, and amphitheaters. Ideal for couples, solo adventurers and business travelers, the one-bedroom apartment offers two beds, a fully functioning kitchen, a clean bathroom, a washer and a dryer, wifi, cable TV, a laptop-friendly workspace, gym facilities, and an indoor pool.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1.57 km (1.0 mi) from CN TowerTop guest reviews
Host:
awesome place and even better hostivan was a very good hostivan was a great host very personablewonderful place very accommodative hosthe was super quick with responses and very helpful throughout the whole stayLocation:
great location to all major downtown eventsgreat location bus stops and train cars very closelocation was good about 25 minutes walk from union stationthe location is amazing and close to everything downtownamazing place walking distance to everywhereCleanliness:
clean condo and well positionedgreat communication clean place excellent stayvery clean and just as pictureseverything was very clean and comfortable for usit’s very clean and tidyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beautiful view had a comfortable staylove the pool and amenitieslike other reviews have said bed is soft with an area sunken in in the middleapartment and building are clean and have all the amenities needed for an enjoyable stayapartment was clean with all the basic amenities you would need to feel at home in toronto
Experience Toronto the local way
Toronto is the biggest and the most expensive city in Canada with exciting events and activities all year round. Choose and book your accommodation with solid amenities and local recommendations from the above list of affordable Airbnb rentals in downtown Toronto and experience the best of the city’s downtown core without breaking the bank.
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