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One Diamond

These establishments typically appeal to the budget-minded traveler. They provide essential, no-frills accommodations. They meet the basic requirements pertaining to comfort, cleanliness, and hospitality.

Two Diamond

These establishments appeal to the traveler seeking more than the basic accommodations. There are modest enhancements to the overall physical attributes, design elements, and amenities of the facility typically at a moderate price.

Three Diamond

These establishments appeal to the traveler with comprehensive needs. Properties are multifaceted with a distinguished style, including marked upgrades in the quality of physical attributes, amenities, and level of comfort provided..

Four Diamond

These establishments are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service, and attention to detail.

Five Diamond

These establishments reflect the characteristics of the ultimate in luxury and sophistication. Accommodations are first class. The physical attributes are extraordinary in every manner. The fundamental hallmarks at this level are to meticulously serve and exceed all guest expectations while maintaining an impeccable standard of excellence. Many personalized services and amenities enhance an unmatched level of comfort.

Presenting the 2011 Diamond Award winners in Ontario

The number beside the establishment indicates the number of years they have earned the Diamond Award honour.

Four-Diamond Hotels

Location	Hotel	Number of Years Awarded
Alton	The Millcroft Inn & Spa	23
Bayfield	The Little Inn of Bayfield	16
Cambridge	Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa	16
Collingwood	The Westin Trillium House Blue Mountain	4
Elora	The Elora Mill Inn	7
Goderich	Benmiller Inn & Spa	16
Grafton	Ste. Anne's Spa	17
Lincoln	Inn On the Twenty	11
London	Hilton London Ontario	11
Markham	Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham Conference Centre & Spa	11
Minett	The Rosseau, AJW Mariott Resort & Spa	2
Mississauga	Sheraton Gateway Hotel In Toronto International Airport	18
Niagara Falls	DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton	6
Niagara Falls	Embassy Suites Niagara Falls Fallsview	7
Niagara Falls	Fallsview Casino Resort	7
Niagara Falls	Hilton Hotel and Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview	10
Niagara Falls	Mariott Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel & Spa	13
Niagara Falls	Sheraton Fallsview Hotel & Conference Centre	19
Niagara Falls	Sheraton on the Falls	9
Niagara Falls	Sterling Inn & Spa	3
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Harbour House Hotel	8
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Prince of Wales Hotel	12
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Queen's Landing Hotel	21
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Riverbend Inn and Vineyard	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Shaw Club Hotel and Spa	4
Niagara-on-the-Lake	The Charles Inn	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	The Oban Inn, Spa and Restaurant	5
Niagara-on-the-Lake	The Pillar and Post Hotel	11
Niagara-on-the-Lake	White Oaks Conference Resort & Spa	10
Ottawa	Brookstreet	8
Ottawa	Fairmont Chateau Laurier	14
Ottawa	Marriott Ottawa Hotel	4
Ottawa	Minto Suite Hotel	17
Ottawa	The Westin Ottawa	28
Richmond Hill	Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, Suites & Conference Center	4
Stratford	Touchstone Manor	7
Toronto	Cambridge Suites Hotel	6
Toronto	Four Seasons Hotel Toronto	13
Toronto	Hilton Toronto	9
Toronto	Hotel Le Germain Toronto	8
Toronto	Intercontinental Toronto Centre	9
Toronto	InterContinental Toronto Yorkville	21
Toronto	Le Meridien King Edward Hotel	16
Toronto	Park Hyatt Toronto	12
Toronto	Renaissance Toronto Downtown Hotel	7
Toronto	Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel	15
Toronto	Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel and Conference Centre	7
Toronto	SoHo Metropolitan Hotel	8
Toronto	The Fairmont Royal York	25
Toronto	The Old Mill Inn & Spa	9
Toronto	The Sutton Place Hotel	11
Toronto	The Westin Bristol Place Toronto Airport	4
Toronto	The Westin Harbour Castle	29
Toronto	The Westin Prince Toronto	35
Toronto	Thompson Toronto	1
Toronto	Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel	17
Toronto	Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville	15
Toronto	Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre	20
Toronto	Windsor Arms Hotel	11
Windsor	Caesars Windsor	12

One Diamond

These establishments must meet basic requirements pertaining to management, cleanliness and overall quality. The primary focus is on providing wholesome, straightforward and familiar food at an economical price. Generally, the menu selection is limited to a restaurant's specialty, such as hamburgers, fried chicken, pizza or tacos. Service is limited, in many instances self service, and the surroundings are often utilitarian.

Two Diamond

These establishments display noticeable enhancements to food presentation, such as the use of common garnishes in combination with the dishware. Typically, the menu offers a wide selection featuring familiar favorites or home-style foods often cooked to order and reasonably priced. The service, while often limited, is plain-speaking and relaxed. The surroundings, while limited in scope, typically reflect a clear theme. All elements combine to provide a familiar, often family-oriented experience.

Three Diamond

These establishments often employ a professional chef and a supporting staff of highly-trained cooks. The menu is skillfully prepared and often reflects interpretations of the latest trends or a mastering of traditional cuisine. Typically, there are expanded offerings of beverages in complement to the menu, such as international/regional wines, specialty beers, cocktails and soft drinks. A professional dining room manager leads a complement of efficient service staff. The service reflects some degree of refinement, such as reservations accepted, personal assistance or the ability to adapt to the guest's specific needs. The décor reflects the use of well-coordinated design mediums that provide a distinct theme and good comfort. Restaurants at this level convey an entry into fine dining and are often positioned as an adult-oriented experience.

Four Diamond

These establishments are geared to individuals in search of a distinctive fine-dining experience. Often orchestrated by an executive chef and an accomplished staff, menus reflect a high degree of creativity and complexity, using imaginative presentations to enhance high quality, market-fresh ingredients. The equally proficient service staff demonstrates a strong desire to meet or exceed guest expectations. A wine steward is typically available to provide menu-specific knowledge on wine selection. The ambiance is highly refined, comfortable and well-coordinated, incorporating quality materials and a variety of upscale design enhancements to give a first-class impression. The overall dining experience is typically expensive.

Five Diamond

These establishments are renowned and consistently provide a world-class experience. This is “haute cuisine” at its best. Menus are cutting edge, using only the finest ingredients available. Food is prepared in a manner that is highly imaginative and unique. The combination of technique and ingredients is extraordinary, reflecting the impeccable artistry and awareness of highly-acclaimed chefs. A maître d' leads an expert service staff that exceeds guest expectations by attending to every detail in an effortless and unobtrusive manner.

Presenting the 2011 Diamond Award winners in Ontario

The number beside the establishment indicates the number of years they have earned the Diamond Award honour.

Five-Diamond Restaurants

Location	Restaurant	Number of Years Awarded
Cambridge	Langdon Hall Dining Room & Terrace, (in the Langdon Hall Country HOuse Hotel & Spa)	7

Four-Diamond Restaurants

Location	Restaurant	Number of Years Awarded
Alton	The Millcroft Inn Dining Room	16
Bayfield	The Little Inn Dining Room	13
Burlington	The Carriage House	3
Goderich	The Ivey Dining Room @ Benmiller Inn & Spa	8
Kitchener	Verses	3
Lincoln	On the Twenty	12
Lincoln	Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant	8
London	Blue Ginger Lounge and Grille	10
Mississauga	Breakwater Restaurant	7
Niagara Falls	17 Noir	6
Niagara Falls	AG Inspire Cuisine	3
Niagara Falls	Ponte Vecchio	2
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Cannery & Carriages	9
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Escabeche Restaurant	12
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Hillebrand Winery Restaurant	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	LIV Restaurant at White Oaks Resort	9
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Peller Estates Winery Restaurant	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Restaurant Oban Inn	5
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Ristorante Giardino	12
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Riverbend Inn Dining Room	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	The Charles Inn Dining room	7
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Tiara Dining Room	16
Niagara-on-the-Lake	Zees Grill	5
Oakville	Olivers of Oakville	11
Ottawa	Beckta Dining & Wine	7
Ottawa	The Capital Dining Room	4
Ottawa	Perspectives Restaurant	8
St. Catherines	Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine	3
St. Marys	Westover Inn	16
Stratford	Rundles Restaurant	17
Stratford	The Church Restaurant	11
Thornhill	Terra Restaurant	9
Toronto	Annona	20
Toronto	Auberge Du Pommier	14
Toronto	Azure	7
Toronto	Bellini's	7
Toronto	Bymark Restaurant & Bar	7
Toronto	Canoe Restaurant and Bar	11
Toronto	Centro Restaurant and Lounge	12
Toronto	Epic	10
Toronto	Hemispheres Restaurant & Bistro	15
Toronto	Lai Wah Heen	14
Toronto	North 44	16
Toronto	One Restaurant	3
Toronto	Opus Restaurant on Prince Arthur	7
Toronto	Pangaea	5
Toronto	Rosewater	1
Toronto	Scaramouche Restaurant	4
Toronto	Senses	8
Toronto	Signatures	16
Toronto	Splendido	8
Toronto	The Fifth Grill	6
Toronto	The Old Mill	23
Toronto	Tundra	7
Toronto	Via Allegro Ristorante	7