Built over 65 years ago. The Royal York Hotel has become one of Toronto's most famous landmarks. For many people, the Royal York is a symbol of Toronto. It has held some of Toronto's most important and historic events. Built in 1929, the Royal York was the tallest building in Toronto and the British Commonwealth. The building rises in stepbacks to a green weathered pointed roof. The hotel has a roof garden on the top. The Royal York has 1362 rooms, and was the largest hotel in the British Commonwealth, when it was built. An addition was added to the hotel in the 1950's. Today the Royal York stands tall on the Toronto skyline. The building is visible on many parts of the Toronto skyline. The hotel stands right in front of the TD Centre. It's ROYAL YORK sign lights up the night sky. In 1989, the Royal York underwent a major renovation that cost $100 000 000. The Hotel cost $16 000 000 to build. The lobby is a very elegant and very detailed public area. With wood ceilings, marble staircases and elegant lounge area's.