A Royal Welcome

 

  

Canada's first luxury hotel, the King Edward (or King Eddy - as we all call it) is celebrating its 110th anniversary with a $110 rate and program of special events and amenities throughout the month of May, such as the unveiling of History Wall, specially re-created food and beverage offerings and, of course, afternoon tea.

It's not all about the past, though.  The King Edward Hotel recently transformed three floors to luxury condos - owners are now taking occupancy - and renovations have begun on its 301 guestrooms.

The updated look manages to be both traditional and contemporary - with rich marble and oversized mirrors, sleek, dark wood, and a restful palette of putty, taupe, and ivory punched up with red or (royal) purple.  I love that they've brought the hotel's original crown logo back; not shown here, the throw pillow on the bed will be emblazoned with the King Eddy crown.

The first floor of new guestrooms is expected to be ready by the end of August or early September. Renovations will continue floor-by-floor and likely be complete by the end of 2014.  The hotel has also renovated its large, windowed fitness centre and filled it with brand new equipment.