Easily search and book temporary hotels and short-term rentals. Securing your arrival accommodation in Canada ensures you have a comfortable place to land, rest, and explore neighbourhoods while you start your long-term housing search.
Landing as a newcomer is exciting but requires preparation. Your first few weeks are critical for getting your essential documents, setting up a bank account, and most importantly, viewing permanent apartments in person to avoid scams. By securing your arrival accommodation in Canada ahead of time, whether that’s an extended-stay hotel, a hostel, or a cozy short-term rental, you give yourself a stress-free home base to start your new life.
Jump straight to the best short-term accomodations in Canada’s most popular destination cities.
Choose a location close to a subway or major bus route to make navigating the city and attending apartment viewings easier.
Booking an extended-stay hotel or an Airbnb with a kitchen can save you a lot of money on food during your first weeks.
Scams exist. Use this temporary stay to ensure you can walk through permanent apartments and meet landlords face-to-face before handing over a deposit.
We recommend booking your temporary stay for 2 to 4 weeks. Finding a permanent, long-term apartment can take time, and you should never rush into a 12-month lease. Having a secure place for your first few weeks gives you enough time to recover from jet lag, set up your bank account and SIN, and tour permanent rentals in person.
It depends on your budget and family size! Hotels are incredibly convenient for your first few exhausted nights and require zero cleanup. However, booking a short-term rental (like an Airbnb or Vrbo) through our map often provides access to a full kitchen. Cooking your own meals during your first few weeks is one of the best ways to save money while you get settled.
We strongly advise against renting a permanent apartment sight-unseen. Unfortunately, rental scams targeting newcomers do exist. The safest route is to book your arrival accommodation in Canada first. Once you are physically here, you can inspect neighborhoods, walk through apartments, and meet landlords face-to-face before handing over a deposit.
Once you are settled in your temporary stay and ready to sign a 12-month lease, we have you covered. Learn how to navigate the Canadian housing market, build your rental profile, and find your permanent home.
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