Hotels near Toronto Islands

The Toronto Islands are a chain of 15 small connected islands in Lake Ontario immediately south of downtown - the largest car-free urban islands in North America, reached by a 15-minute ferry from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. The islands include 5 beaches (Hanlan's Point is clothing-optional), 600+ residents in tiny island homes, the Centreville Amusement Park for kids, and the most photographed view of the Toronto skyline.

Ferry departures every 15-30 minutes; round trip 8.50 CAD adult. Three ferry destinations: Centre Island (most attractions), Hanlan's Point (beach), Ward's Island (residential). Bike rentals (15-20 CAD/day) at Centre Island let you ride the 5 km island chain. Sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding available at the Harbourfront. Free island entry; ferry-only cost. Best weather May-September.

Pro Tip: Take the Ward's Island ferry rather than Centre Island - drops you on the quietest, most residential island. Walk west along the boardwalk towards Centre Island; you'll pass tiny island homes, swimming beaches, and the famous skyline view photo spot just past Algonquin Island. Buy ferry tickets online to skip queue.