Celebrate The Ex at the Westin Harbour Castle

News Release

August 17, 2012 - The Westin Harbour Castle invites you to join in the summer tradition and go to the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) this August.

As the official hotel partner for the Ex, The Westin Harbour Castle offers an exclusive package that lets you take in all the thrills and excitement when you stay from August 17 – September 3, 2012.

As the largest fair in Canada and one of the top 10 in North America, the CNE opens its gates on August 17^th just eight minutes away from the hotel. The CNE will celebrate an exciting line-up of concerts, food, performances and the celebrated midway rides.

The hotel’s CNE package includes two adult tickets to the Ex and overnight accommodation that offers a quiet space to refresh and relax after a day at the park. In the morning, start your day off right with a breakfast snack for two in the Lobby Café (valued at $10).

Rates begin at $169 per room, per night, plus taxes and gratuities based on single/double occupancy and availability. To book the package, call 1-866-716-8101, referencing rate code CNEPKG or visit the hotel offers page at www.westintoronto.com. If you already have tickets for the Ex, the hotel offers a special CNE room rate of just $129 per room, per night. This offer is available by referencing CNESPEC or booking online.

Located on Toronto’s waterfront with spectacular views overlooking Lake Ontario and the picturesque Toronto islands as well as the Toronto skyline, The Westin Harbour Castle is a welcoming oasis for visitors to the city.  With appealing onsite services and offerings, including the full service Votre Beaute spa, the rooftop Toula Italian restaurant, swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, children’s programs and activities along with a dynamic concierge team, guests will leave feeling more refreshed and renewed than when they first arrived.

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