A TikTok video posted by a man is causing a stir as it reveals his ordeal with bed bugs and bites allegedly encountered during a stay at Toronto’s Chelsea Hotel, rekindling concerns about infestations in the city.
In the video shared by user temkaslife on TikTok, he displays red welts on his body while capturing bed bugs on a pillow and sheets at the hotel. The clip, accompanied by a caption describing his early morning discovery, has garnered 2.5 million views and sparked numerous comments from individuals recounting similar experiences in Toronto accommodations.
CityNews attempted to contact the Chelsea Hotel for a response but received no reply. Meanwhile, Reddit threads have sprung up discussing not only bed bug encounters in hotels but also in apartments, short-term rentals, and public spaces in Toronto.
The online conversation mirrors past incidents like bed bugs being found on TTC Line 1 trains. Orkin Canada previously named Toronto the worst Canadian city for bed bugs in 2024, with other Ontario cities also ranking high on the list.
Pest control experts emphasize the importance of vigilance, advising travelers to thoroughly inspect their accommodations before settling in to prevent potential bed bug encounters.
