- 61% of Canadians believe that hotels have gotten better restaurant offerings in recent years1
- Nearly two thirds (64%) of Canadians believe that hotel restaurants are open to hotel guests and locals equally2
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, OpenTable and KAYAK 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 The Courtney Room 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 Masaki, 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 TOCA at the Ritz Carlton in Toronto and Montreal’s Maison Boulud 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 …