Top 8 best hotels in Montreal

What do you think is the secret to Montreal’s popularity?

Its democratic hospitality? Canadians are renowned the world over for their friendliness and acceptance of others. In hotels and at home, you’ll be welcomed with open arms and never made to feel ‘too much’ or ‘too little’. This benevolence is also felt in luxury hotels, whatever the level of prestige of the establishment.

The craze could also be due to the versatility of the city and its surroundings. Montreal promises a change of scenery. In the city itself, you’ll find a new surprise around every corner.

There’s plenty to do in the centre and in Old Montreal. To make the most of it from morning to night, there’s nothing like a hotel in a highly strategic location! At the same time, when you’re in the mood for nature, you won’t have to go far to explore the breathtaking landscapes, shaped by a marked seasonal pattern.

Last but not least, Montreal is also a friendly, multicultural and (very) hearty place to eat. The best hotels in Montreal will give you a front row seat to the culinary scene. Starting with your hotel restaurant, which will give you an ultra-flavoursome taste.

Where to stay in Montreal? Our selection of the best hotels

The verdict is in: Montreal will be your next travel destination! It’s never too early to book the ideal hotel in Montreal. There can be stiff competition for the keys to the best rooms in the best establishments in Montreal. Whatever your idea of the “best hotel”: price, comfort, decoration, restaurants or services… You’re sure to find what you’re looking for in Montreal, starting with our maple syrup-flavoured selection!

1. William Gray

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Location: 421 Rue St-Vincent, H2Y 3A6 Montreal

Category: Favourite / Prestige

Highlights :

• Spacious rooms
• Fabulous decoration
• Exceptional location
• Excellent facilities

Weak points :

• The influx of guests from outside the hotel.

Hotel description: A diversions into the historic district to discover this building, listed as a Historic Monument since 1969. The establishment had many lives before finding its vocation as a hotel. Now you will find a delicious cocktail of rusticity and modern design. Enjoy a long moment of relaxation in your bright, carefully decorated room. Then head to the hotel’s rooftop for a moment of disconnection with an extraordinary view over Montreal.

2. Hotel Nelligan

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Location: 106 Saint Paul Street West, H2Y 1Z3 Montreal

Category: Good value for money

Strong points :

• Very well located
• Quiet and authentic
• Charming decoration
• Good breakfast

Weak points :

• Some rooms lack soundproofing.

Hotel description: This hotel is a promise of old-world charm in Montreal’s historic district. The stone walls date back to 1850. In terms of decoration, the antique style combines natural materials and vegetation. The rooms are intimate and warm, and the tranquillity is always there. An honourable mention goes to the rooftop with its exceptional view of Old Montreal. It’s the perfect place to enjoy breakfast overlooking Notre-Dame Basilica and the St Lawrence River.

3. Samesun Montréal Central

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Location: 1586 St-Hubert, H2L 3Z3 Montreal

Category: Affordable

Strong points :

• Comfort and simplicity
• Friendly atmosphere
• Friendly staff
• Good location

Weak points :

• The breakfast rush.

Hotel description: This surprising hotel likes to disguise itself as a youth hostel. Not everyone is a fan of the ultra-friendly, offbeat atmosphere of this concept, so you’ve been warned! On the other hand, if you’re a budget traveller who isn’t afraid of the ‘holiday camp for adults’ concept, this is the place for you. The hotel has rooms with completely private bathrooms to ensure your peace and quiet. You’ll also benefit from a host of advantages: easy access to transport, a central location, excellent value for money… In fact, you’ll have all the advantages of a youth hostel without the disadvantages. Tempting, isn’t it?

4. Epik Montréal

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Location: 570 10th Avenue, Hell’s Kitchen, New York

Category: Unusual / Affordable

Highlights:

• Well located hotel
• Attentive staff
• Local breakfast
• Spacious and warm

Weak points :

• Rooms do not have fridges.

Hotel description: Discover a miniature hotel with great potential! This micro hotel has just 10 rooms. Travellers particularly appreciate the calm atmosphere and the availability of the staff. All around you, you’ll find stone walls combined with an elegant but unpretentious decor. You’ll find all the comfort you could wish for and one of the best value packages in the centre of Montreal.

5. Auberge du Vieux-Port

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Location: 97 Commune Street East, H2Y 1J1 Montreal

Category: Prestige / Unusual

Highlights :

• Total disconnection
• Friendly staff
• Very good location
• Lots of charm

Weak points :

• Some of the beds are so soft that they’re not universally loved.

Hotel description: Travel to Montreal without leaving too much of the classic European style behind. Still in the old city, this boutique hotel is nestled in a newly renovated 19th-century industrial workshop. The establishment is on a human scale and offers a vintage cocoon with all the modern comforts. For even more romance, we recommend the top-of-the-range rooms with their huge bathrooms! Either way, you’ll be sure to sleep soundly in comfort.

6. The Queen Elizabeth

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Location: 900 Rene Levesque Boulevard West, H3B 4A5 Montreal

Category: Good value for money

Highlights:

• Welcoming atmosphere
• Spacious rooms
• Modern decor
• Excellent catering

Weak points :

• WI-FI access is not free.

Hotel description: The name of this hotel colossus is fairly representative of the quality of the services you will find here. Without going into absolute luxury, this hotel is part of Montreal’s upmarket offering. Its ideal location and dazzlingly beautiful rooms make it a popular stopping-off point for travellers. Get up close to the windows to admire the city’s illuminations at nightfall, Mount Royal and the Marie-Reine-du-Monde cathedral. For the record, in June 1969, John Lennon and his wife stayed in suite 1742 to protest in their own way against the Vietnam War. Even today, this suite is the most coveted in the hotel!

7. Le Saint-Sulpice

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Location: 414 rue St Sulpice, H2Y 2V5 Montreal

Category: Good value for money

Strong points :

• Friendly staff
• Spacious rooms
• Excellent location
• Warm atmosphere

Weak points :

• The quality of the restaurant is not unanimously appreciated.

Hotel description: This hotel offers a rare family experience in the heart of Old Montreal. The charm of the district seems to have permeated this place, as refinement and touches of luxury, here and there, surround you. This attention to detail in no way detracts from the family atmosphere that reigns here. Especially as the suites have a large bath and kitchenette, which is ideal when travelling with the family. Don’t forget to make a diversion to the inner courtyard before setting off to hit the nightlife. The nightlife will literally be on your doorstep, never disturbing you!

8. Hotel Manoir Sherbrooke

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Location: 157, Rue Sherbrooke Est, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, H2X 1C7 Montreal

Category: Good value / Affordable

Strong points :

• Friendly staff
• Comfortable rooms
• Good location
• Atypical old style

Hotel description: You’ll love this charming hotel sandwiched between Mount Royal Park and the old town. Nestled in an old building where the cachet of the past is palpable, this hotel is a haven of peace in the heart of Montreal. You will appreciate the comfortable bedding and easy access to the various places of interest. Last but not least, the quality of the breakfast is ideal for getting the day off to a good start!