Empress Hotel, Heritage hotel building in downtown Toronto, Canada
The red-brick Empress Hotel stood three stories tall at Yonge and Gould streets, featuring Second Empire and Romanesque Revival architectural elements.
Built in 1888, the structure operated as a hotel until the mid-1970s, when it transformed into a space for various commercial enterprises.
During the 1960s, under the name Edison Hotel, the building hosted numerous music performances that contributed to Yonge Street's rock and roll scene.
The structure remained at its original location until 2011, when a fire caused extensive damage, leading to the complete demolition of the building.
Toronto city council designated the Empress Hotel as a protected heritage property in July 2010, mere months before its destruction by arson.
Location: Toronto
Inception: 1888
Architectural style: Second Empire style, Romanesque Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 43.65740,-79.38100
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:44
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