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3-star hotels in Vaughan
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Vaughan, Ontario, ranked here by what each one offers guests. It is for travellers comparing an emerging downtown base near a subway station with the highway-side hotels out west along Highway 7.
Staying in Vaughan
Vaughan combines residential neighbourhoods with commercial and industrial areas and a growing urban centre, and visitors commonly come for the theme park, the shopping, or events at venues like the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. The city is known for Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan Mills shopping centre and the Kortright Centre for Conservation, and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection shows Canadian art in a woodland setting. Highways 400, 407 and 7 cross the city, and the Toronto subway's Line 1 extension reaches Vaughan Metropolitan Centre station. Most of the hotels on this list sit in the western part of Vaughan. The hotels are spread by distance from the centre, from 0.4 km to 7.9 km. The mix suits couples on a short break, families heading to the theme park or the shops, and business guests who want a fitness centre, business centre and parking on site.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Element Vaughan Southwest
6170 Highway 7, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereElement Vaughan Southwest sits on Highway 7, with an indoor salt water pool and a fitness centre for guests who want to keep moving. The terrace and picnic area give families somewhere to spread out, and pets are welcome. Its 4.4 rating from 1028 reviews is the highest on this list. A good fit for longer leisure stays away from the centre, 7.8 km out.
See Element Vaughan SouthwestNovotel Toronto Vaughan Centre
Bass Pro Mills Drive 200, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereNovotel Toronto Vaughan Centre puts guests 2.5 km from the middle of Vaughan on Bass Pro Mills Drive, with free car parking and an indoor pool that includes a kids pool. The fitness centre and lounge round out the day. With 1896 reviews and a 4.3 rating, it is the most reviewed hotel here, and it suits families and drivers who want the centre within easy reach.
See Novotel Toronto Vaughan CentreSpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan
612 Applewood Crescent, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAt 0.4 km from the centre on Applewood Crescent, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan is one of the closest options on this list. Every room has a microwave and refrigerator, useful for families, and there is an indoor pool and fitness centre on site. Breakfast is served, and a restaurant covers later meals. A 4.2 rating across 1524 reviews backs it up.
See SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto VaughanHomewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan
618 Applewood Crescent, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHomewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan on Applewood Crescent offers kitchens and dishwashers, so guests can self-cater, and the indoor pool and fitness centre handle the downtime. Mini golf and a market are on site, and pets are allowed. It sits 0.4 km from the centre, which makes it a practical base for longer family stays. Guests rate it 4.2 from 946 reviews.
See Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto VaughanCourtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan
150 Interchange Way, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCourtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan on Interchange Way has an indoor pool, a gymnasium and a fitness centre, plus free car parking and a restaurant. A terrace and picnic area add outdoor space, and family rooms are available. The hotel lies 1.3 km from the centre and holds a 4.1 rating from 1163 reviews. It works well for guests who want fitness and dining in one place.
See Courtyard by Marriott Toronto VaughanAloft Vaughan Mills
151 Bass Pro Mills Dr, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereAloft Vaughan Mills on Bass Pro Mills Dr pairs an indoor pool and pool bar with a fitness centre, and parking is free. Pets are welcome, and the hotel sits 2.5 km from the centre. With 998 reviews and a 4.1 rating, it suits guests who want a relaxed, sociable stay with easy driving access and a restaurant on site for meals.
See Aloft Vaughan MillsStaybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG
3600 Steeles Ave W, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereStaybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG brings kitchens, dishwashers and a garden to Steeles Ave W, 3.1 km from the centre. Free car parking and free wifi keep the logistics simple, and pets are allowed. The fitness centre and terrace cover exercise and fresh air. Rated 4.0 from 861 reviews, it is aimed at guests settling in for several nights.
See Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHGHilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan
3201 Highway 7 Vaughan On L4k 5Z7, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereHilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan on Highway 7 has both indoor and outdoor pools, a pool bar and a gymnasium, plus a game room and basketball court. It sits 0.9 km from the centre and allows pets. With 1768 reviews and a 3.9 rating, it is a busy, activity-heavy choice for families and guests who want sports and swimming on site.
See Hilton Garden Inn Toronto VaughanFour Points by Sheraton Vaughan
3400 Steeles Avenue W, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
Why stay hereFour Points by Sheraton Vaughan on Steeles Avenue W provides kitchenettes, microwaves and dishwashers, making longer stays easier to manage. Free car parking and free wifi are included, and there is a fitness centre and a restaurant. Family rooms are available, and the hotel is 2.7 km from the centre. It holds a 3.8 rating from 513 reviews.
See Four Points by Sheraton VaughanMonte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites
705 Applewood Cresent, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereMonte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites on Applewood Cresent combines a gymnasium and fitness centre with a golf course, and free car parking is included. Room service and a bar/snack café cover meals, and family rooms are available. The hotel is 0.4 km from the centre, one of the closest here, with 1669 reviews and a 3.7 rating.
See Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan SuitesResidence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan
11 Interchange Way, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereResidence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan on Interchange Way offers kitchens and kitchenettes with dishwashers, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Free car parking and free wifi come with the stay, and pets are allowed. It lies 1.0 km from the centre. Room service is available. The hotel suits guests planning a longer stay with cooking space and swimming on hand.
See Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto VaughanHome2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON
6200 Highway 7, Vaughan, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHome2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON on Highway 7 gives guests kitchens, kitchenettes and dishwashers, with an indoor pool and fitness centre in the building. Breakfast is served as a buffet, pets are allowed and a market is on site for essentials. It is 7.9 km from the centre, so a car helps; family rooms and sofa beds make it a strong option for groups.
See Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Element Vaughan Southwest | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,028 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7.8 km |
| Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,896 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.5 km |
| SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan | ★★★ | 4.2 | 1,524 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan | ★★★ | 4.2 | 946 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan | ★★★ | 4.1 | 1,163 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| Aloft Vaughan Mills | ★★★ | 4.1 | 998 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.5 km |
| Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG | ★★★ | 4.0 | 861 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.1 km |
| Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan | ★★★ | 3.9 | 1,768 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Four Points by Sheraton Vaughan | ★★★ | 3.8 | 513 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.7 km |
| Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites | ★★★ | 3.7 | 1,669 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7.9 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear at Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON. Novotel adds a kids pool alongside its indoor pool. SpringHill Suites, Courtyard and Home2 Suites all run restaurants on site, and Home2 Suites and Homewood Suites include kitchens in their facilities.
Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre · SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan · Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan · Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan · Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON
For longer stays
Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan and Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG both list kitchens and dishwashers, with a market on site for provisions. Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan pairs a kitchenette with an indoor pool and breakfast.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan · Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG · Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan · Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON
For fitness and business
Element Vaughan Southwest, Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Aloft Vaughan Mills each list a fitness centre and a business centre. Novotel and SpringHill Suites sit 2.5 km and 0.4 km from the centre respectively; Element Vaughan Southwest is the furthest out at 7.8 km but holds the highest guest rating on this list, 4.4 out of 5.
Element Vaughan Southwest · Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre · SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan · Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan · Aloft Vaughan Mills
For pets
Pets are allowed at Element Vaughan Southwest, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Aloft Vaughan Mills, Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan, Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON. Element Vaughan Southwest also provides a picnic area and a terrace, useful for a break outside with a dog.
Element Vaughan Southwest · Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan · Aloft Vaughan Mills · Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG · Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan · Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Vaughan is easily accessible by car via Highways 400, 407 and 7, and Toronto Pearson International Airport is a short drive away. The Toronto Transit Commission's Line 1 subway extends to Vaughan Metropolitan Centre station, providing direct connections to downtown Toronto; from Toronto you can also drive north on Highway 400 or 407. Within Vaughan, public transit is served by York Region Transit and Viva rapid transit, though a car is often convenient for reaching attractions like Canada's Wonderland and Vaughan Mills.
When to go
The best time to visit Vaughan is during the summer months, June to August, when Canada's Wonderland is fully open and outdoor attractions like the Kortright Centre are enjoyable. Spring and fall offer milder weather and fewer crowds, which suits travellers who prefer to pair shopping and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection with time outdoors. Winters can be cold and snowy, but indoor attractions and shopping remain popular, so the hotels with indoor pools stay in use year-round.
Questions, answered
How do I get to Vaughan from Toronto?
You can take the Toronto subway's Line 1 to Vaughan Metropolitan Centre station. By car, it's a short drive north on Highway 400 or 407. Among these hotels, Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre and Aloft Vaughan Mills sit 2.5 km from the centre, while SpringHill Suites, Homewood Suites, Monte Carlo Inn and Element Vaughan Southwest are 0.4 km and 7.8 km away respectively.
Is there public transit in Vaughan?
Yes. York Region Transit and Viva provide bus services within Vaughan, and the TTC subway connects Vaughan to Toronto via Line 1 to Vaughan Metropolitan Centre station. The site notes that a car is often convenient for reaching attractions like Canada's Wonderland and Vaughan Mills.
Which hotels are closest to the centre?
Four hotels are listed at 0.4 km from the centre: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Monte Carlo Inn Vaughan Suites and, at the same distance band, the neighbouring Applewood Crescent addresses. Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan is 0.9 km away and Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan 1.0 km.
Which hotels have an indoor pool?
Element Vaughan Southwest, Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Aloft Vaughan Mills, Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan, Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON all list an indoor pool. Novotel also has a kids pool.
Which hotels include breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Element Vaughan Southwest, Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON. Novotel also offers breakfast in the room.
Which hotels have kitchens?
Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG, Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan, Four Points by Sheraton Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON list a kitchen or kitchenette, several with a dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator.
Are pets allowed in these Vaughan hotels?
Pets are allowed at Element Vaughan Southwest, Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan, Aloft Vaughan Mills, Staybridge Suites Toronto Vaughan South by IHG, Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Vaughan, Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Vaughan and Home2 Suites by Hilton Vaughan Toronto ON. Guests travelling with animals should confirm the arrangement with the hotel directly.
What can families do in Vaughan?
Canada's Wonderland offers rides and entertainment for all ages. The Kortright Centre for Conservation has nature trails and educational programs, and Vaughan Mills is a major shopping destination with entertainment options. Hotels with family rooms here include Novotel Toronto Vaughan Centre and Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Vaughan.