TORONTO, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hotel restaurants are experiencing a revival among diners, evolving from convenient and comfortable options to refined dining destinations, as 61 per cent of Canadians believe hotels have gotten better restaurant offerings in recent years.1 Canadian search data also shows the use of KAYAK’s “restaurant” hotel filter almost doubled within a year (+99%), highlighting how travel and dining are becoming increasingly connected.3
To help diners and travellers find their ideal dining destination, and have joined forces to launch the Top 50 Hotel Restaurants across Canada in 2025. 4 The list is compiled by reviewing restaurants located in hotels and analyzing more than 1 million diner reviews and dining metrics, including diner ratings, reservation demand, among other factors.
“As hotel dining enters a new age with nearly two thirds (61%) of hotel restaurant diners being locals,2 it’s a chance to win over locals looking to dine out, not just overnight guests,” said Matt Davis, Senior Country Director, OpenTable Canada. “For travellers and locals alike, our new Top 50 Hotel Restaurants list offers great inspiration for elevated meals in standout spots across the country, from Akira Back in Toronto’s Bisha Hotel to in the Magnolia Hotel in Victoria.”
“Travellers aren’t just asking ‘Where should I go?’—they’re asking ‘What’s on the menu when I get there?’” said Kate Williams, Chief Communications Officer at KAYAK. “Great dining experiences are an essential part of today’s travel itineraries and hotels are rising to the occasion.”
New research shows:
- Doors are open to all. Nearly two thirds (64%) of Canadians believe that hotel restaurants are open to hotel guests and locals equally.1 Neighbourhood Gems like Niagara-on-the-Lake’s , are beloved by both travellers and locals alike.
- Put your money where your mouth is. Nearly half (46%) of Canadians said they have spent more on food and drinks at a restaurant than on any other activities during a trip.1 Spots like at the Ritz Carlton in Toronto and Montreal’s are both featured in the $51 and over price range, for those looking for a more luxurious meal.
- It’s all about the experience. Over two thirds (68%) of Canadians would book the same hotel again because of a positive dining experience in the restaurant, and nearly three quarters (74%) of Canadians would be more likely to try a hotel restaurant if it came highly recommended or its popularity was growing.1 The new is backed by diner insights, so those who rely on a positive experience or recommendation can rest assured to find something perfect for them.
For travellers hungry for more than just a place to stay, the top hotel restaurants offer innovative menus, top-notch service, and stylish interiors. To explore hotel room rates, average flight prices, and more, explore OpenTable & KAYAK’s top hotel restaurant hub. The following restaurants, listed in alphabetical order by Province, comprise the . 3
Alberta
Banff
Edmonton
Banff
Calgary
Calgary
Banff
Edmonton
Calgary
Banff
Calgary
Banff
British Columbia
Vancouver
Burnaby
Vancouver
Kelowna
Vancouver
Victoria
Whistler
Victoria
Vancouver
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Newfoundland and Labrador
St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Halifax
Halifax
Ontario
Toronto
Toronto
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Toronto
Niagara Falls
Jordan
Burlington
Toronto
Toronto
Cambridge
Toronto
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Toronto
Toronto
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Ottawa
Toronto
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Toronto
Ottawa
Quebec
Montréal
Québec City
Québec City
Montréal
Montréal
Montréal