Montréal is the second-largest city in Canada and is home to around 1.8 million people. The French-speaking city is situated in Canada’s Québec Province and offers so much to do and see!
Montréal is often referred to as the Europe of North America. The architecture is historic and the language is French. In Montréal’s Old Town, you literally feel like you are in France. You will find plenty of amazing restaurants, cool boutiques, trendy bars, and beautiful hotels in Montréal.
This post is all about where to stay in Montréal. Read on to discover the best neighborhoods and hotels in Montréal, Canada!
Where I Stayed In Montréal
Maisons & Co.
Maisons & Co. is a lovely apartment style boutique hotel located in the charming Old Town Montréal. With self check in and checkout out you will have a seamless experience at Maisons and Co. The rooms are thoughtfully decorated with stunning color contrasts and exposed brick walls.
Located within walking distance of some of the best shops and restaurants in Montréal, Maisons and Co. offers two small hotels (Saint-Therese and Saint-Vincent). They are situated just a few steps from each other.
Depending on your needs you can book a basic room with a bathroom and bedroom or a full apartment with a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. All of the rooms are decorated a little bit differently, but all have the same unique vibe combining comfort with sophistication.
You will find a rooftop area with amazing views of Old Town Montréal at the Saint-Therese property. Each morning find a basket of delicious croissants for guests to enjoy with their coffee.
The location of the hotels could not be better, so if you are looking for a hideaway in the heart of Old Town Montréal, Maisons & Co. is a fantastic option.
Best Montréal Neighborhoods
Old Montréal
Located on the St. Lawrence River in the city’s eastern part, Old Montreal is one of the most well-preserved areas in North America. Founded in 1642, you will find cobblestone streets, restaurants, cafes, and plenty of attractions in Old Montréal.
Old Montréal is a great place to stay for anyone looking to experience and learn about Montréal’s history. Old Montréal is home to must-see attractions – Notre Dame Cathedral, Rue Saint Paul, Vieux-Port, La Patinoire, and more.
Pros and Cons Of Staying In Old Montréal
Pros
- Gorgeous area (European style architecture)
- Plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shopping
- Walkable
- Safe
Cons
- Can be loud at night
- expensive
Luxury Hotels In Old Town
- Maisons & Co. – Maisons & Co. is located just a few steps from Rue St. Paul and fully embodies Old Town in their charming design and original features. You will find family sized rooms, comfy bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, and depending on the room you book, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room, and dining area at Maisons & Co. Maisons & Co. is perfect for anyone looking to do a long term stay in Montréal as well.
- Hôtel Nelligan – Located on the picturque Rue Saint Paul, Hotel Nelligan is a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Old Town. This 105 room hotel offers guests with a restaurant, breakfast served daily, a gym, and more! Hotel Nelligan is the perfect hotel in Montréal for families and couples.
- Hotel William Gray – Hotel William Gray is located in the heart of Old Town and has more of a modern feel to it. The luxury hotel offers a full service spa, a gym, a bar, laundry, and more.
Mid-Range Hotels In Old Town
- Hôtel Place d’Armes Old – Situated on the stunning Place d’Armes Street, The Hotel Place d’Armes is a great option for a mid-range hotel in Old Town. This charming boutique hotel offers a spa, gym, bar, an on-site restaurant, breakfast served daily, and more. If you are traveling with your family, they also offer family-sized rooms.
- Hôtel Gault – Hotel Gault is an adorable aparthotel located in the center of Old Town and just a few steps away from the famous Notre Dame Cathedral. At Hotel Gault you will find a fitness center, a bar, pet friendly rooms, family sized rooms, a restaurant, and more.
- Hôtel Épik Montréal – The centrally located Hotel Epik is a great middle range hotel option in Old Town. Hotel Epik is quite modern, but you can still see some of Old Montreal’s charm in the decor and features in the hotel. At Hotel Epik you will have access to a restaurant, bar, room service, and more.
Budget Hotels In Old Town
- Hygie Pod Hotel – There are not many budget hotels in Old Town as it is a highly sought after neighborhood to stay in. The Hygie Pod Hotel & Hostel is one of the only hotels that offers budget accommodations in Old Town. At The Hygie Pod you can either book a hostel bed or a private room. All the rooms are quite affordable!
Downtown Montréal
Downtown Montreal is easily the busiest part of the Canadian city. With bustling streets and tall buildings, Downtown feel less like a fairytale and more like reality. After spending my first night in Old Town, I remember walking into Downtown and thinking that I was back to present day.
Downtown is corporate with name brand shops rather than small locally owned boutiques. While it doesn’t have the same European flare as Old Town, Downtown Montreal is home to some of the best museums and attractions in the city.
Pros and Cons Of Staying In Downtown Montréal
Pros
- Centrally Located
- Lots of shopping, restaurants, and attractions
- Plenty of hotels
- Safe
Cons
- Busy area
- Expensive
Luxury Hotels In Downtown Montréal
- Four Seasons – You will find Montreal’s Four Seasons hotel in the heart of Downtown. The Four Seasons rarely disappoints. At the Montreal location, you will find elegant decor, a pool, a full-service spa, a bar, a gym, pet-friendly rooms, family-sized rooms, and much more!
- Ritz Carlton – Located a quick walk away from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the fabulous Rue Sainte-Catherine, The Ritz Carlton is a great luxury option in Downtown. At the Ritz you will have accesses to a pool, family sized rooms, a spa, a bar, a top notch restaurant, and more.
- Le Mount Stephen – Located in the heart of Downtown, Le Mount Stephen is the perfect luxury hotel. If you are looking for more of a local feel, Le Mount Stephen is a great option. You will be met with a full-service spa, a fitness center, a bar, a restaurant, laundry, and more at Le Mount Stephen.
Mid-Range Hotels In Downtown Montréal
- Hotel Birks – Hotel Birks is a charming 132-room hotel in the heart of downtown Montreal. This mid-range Montreal hotel is home to a spa, a gym, a bar, an exquisite French restaurant, and more.
- Hotel Bonaventure Montreal – Located on the outskirts of Downtown (near Old Town) is the lovely Hotel Bonaventure. This four star hotel is just steps from Montreal’s famous underground city and is right next to the stunning Mary, Queen of the word Basilica. Hotel Bonaventure is quite modern and offers everything you could need for a comfortable stay in Montreal.
Budget Hotels In Downtown Montréal
- Hotel Le Dauphin Montréal Centre Ville – Hotel Le Dauphin is an apartment style hotel. This charming, yet budget friendly hotel offers spacious rooms, a gym, laundry, and more!
- Hotel 10 – Located in the outskirts of Downtown Montréal (near Quartier des Spectacles), Hotel 10 is a great option if you are trying to stick to a budget in MTL. At Hotel 10 you will find a spa, pet friendly rooms, breakfast served daily, laundry, a restaurant, and more.
Griffintown
Located between Old Town and Downtown in the eastern part of the city, Griffintown is one of Montréal’s best art districts. This charming neighborhood is full of renovated warehouses and art studios making for an artsy and creative feel.
Not only are there amazing galleries in Griffintown, but you will also find unique restaurants, outdoor spaces, and shops that fully embody the neighborhood’s innovative feel.
Pros and Cons Of Staying In Griffintown
Pros
- Great restaurants, shopping, and cafes
- Perfect location in Montreal
- Safe area
Cons
- No Luxury Hotels/Lack of hotels in general
Mid-Range Hotels In Griffintown
- Hôtel Alt Montréal – The Eco friendly Hotel Alt is situated in the heart of Griffintown. This modern hotel is pretty basic, but it offers everything you could need for a comfortable stay in Montréal’s Griffintown neighborhood!
- Griffintown Hotel – Also in the heart of Griffintown, The Griffintown Hotel is a great option. At the apartment style hotel you will find pet friendly rooms, laundry, outdoor spaces and more.
Budget Hotels In Griffintown
- WERFY Luxury Apart-Hotel – Located on the outskirts of Griffintown (bordering Downtown), The WERFY is an apartment/hotel that is perfect for families, budget travelers, and long term stays.
Mile End
The Mile End neighborhood is the smallest neighborhood in Montréal. While it may be small, it is packed with color, culture, and art. This hipster neighborhood is home to some of the best indie shops, bagel joints, Greek and Italian eateries, nightlife, and coffee shops.
This spunky neighborhood is located in the northern part of Montréal (near Mont Royal). If you are looking to explore the local side of Montréal then The Mile End Neighborhood may be for you.
Pros and Cons Of Staying In Mile End
Pros
- Tons of great restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques
- Stunning art throughout the neighborhood
- Near Mont Royal
Cons
- Far away from Downtown and Old Town
- No luxury hotels
Mid-Range Hotels In Mile End
- Sonder Le Guerin – Located in the heart of the Mile End Neighborhood is the Sonder Le Guerin. This charming apartment style hotel is the perfect place to stay for a long term stay in Montréal. While at Sonder Le Guerin enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, spacious rooms, laundry, and more.
- La Maison Du Mile-End – Situated in the heart of the Mile End Neighborhood, La Maison Du Mile End is an adorable Bed and Breakfast. At La Maison you will find pet friendly rooms, laundry, breakfast served daily, and more.
Budget Mile End Hotels
- Pensione Popolo – Situated on the outskirts of the Mile End Neighborhood, Pensione Popolo is a Victorian guest house perfect for a cozy stay in Montréal.
- Auberge de La Fontaine – Auberge de Le Fontaine is an adorable Bed and Breakfast also located in the outskirts of the Mile End Neighborhood. The Victorian hotel offers breakfast served daily, a bar, spacious rooms, and more.
Quartier des Spectacles
Nestled between Old Town, Downtown, and Plateau Mont-Royal, Quartier is easily one of the best areas to stay in Montreal. With easy access to all the best neighborhoods in the city, Quartier des Spectacles is known for its museums, events, outdoor spaces, influence from many different cultures, art scene, and music halls.
Quartier des Spectacles is perfect for families, couples, and budget travelers because of its central location and affordability.
Pros and Cons of Staying In Quartier des Spectacles
Pros
- Location
- Restaurants and shopping
- Inclusive and safe
Cons
- Busy (especially during summer)
Luxury Hotel In Quartier Des Spectacles
- The Honeyrose Hotel – The Honeyrose Hotel is a elegant luxury hotel on the outskirts of Quartier des Spectacles (near downtown). At the swanky Honeyrose Hotel you will find a pool, bar, reatusant, gym, laundry service, hot tub and more.
- Hotel St. Thomas – Hotel St. Thomas is a luxury boutique hotel located on the outskirts of the Quartier des Spectacle Neighborhood. The stunning little hotel is home to spacious rooms equipped with a full bathroom, a mini bar, a tv, comfy beds, a desk, couch, and more. Hotel St. Thomas offers breakfast served daily, a full bar, a luxury gym, a thermal spa, and top notch service.
Mid-Range Hotels In Quartier des Spectacles
- Boxotel Montreal – The Boxotel Hotel is an eco friendly hotel located in the northern part of Quartier Des Spectacle (near the Plateau Mont Royal Neighborhood). This modern hotel offers guests with a hot tub, spa, pet friendly rooms, a gym, and more.
- Hotel Zero 1 – Hotel Zero 1 is an apartment style hotel in the center of the Quartier des Spectacle Neighborhood. At Hotel Zero 1 you will find family sized rooms, a gym, pet friendly rooms, breakfast served daily, and a rooftop terrace.
Budget Hotels In Quartier des Spectacle
- Hotel Manoir Sherbrooke – Hotel Manoir Sherbrooke is a charming bed and breakfast located in the heart of Quartier des Spectacle. The hotel is inside a Victorian style building and will make you feel like you are in a period film. All of the rooms are decorated differently, but they all have that old fashioned charm.
- Hotel Saint-Laurent Montreal – Situated in the center of Quartier des Spectacle, Hotel Saint-Laurent is a great budget friendly option in Montreal. Hotel Saint-Laurent is basic, but it has everything you could need and it’s in a great location!
Top 10 Things To Do In Montréal
Montréal is such an underrated city! With its French culture, stunning architecture, views from atop Mont Royal, amazing cafes, and delectable maple syrup, Montréal is a must visit city in North America. These are my top 10 favorite things to do in Montréal.
- Walk down Rue St. Paul
- Visit Crew Collective Cafe
- See the Notre Dame Basilica
- Explore Old Port
- Shop at Bonsecours Market
- Hike to Mount Royal
- Visit Mary, Queen of the World Basilica
- Explore the Mile End neighborhood
- Visit the Biosphere, Environment Museum
- Stop by Jean Talon Market
Best Time Of The Year To Visit Montréal
Summer and fall are the best times to visit Montréal (June – November). It comes as no surprise that Canadian winters are freezing. I would just avoid the winter and spring altogether because you wouldn’t get to do and see nearly as much in Montréal as you could in the fall and summer. There is not much spring in Canada, and it really doesn’t start to get warm until late May.
I visited Montréal at the beginning of November and had a lovely time. The fall foliage was in full swing, and it wasn’t too cold out yet!
Where To Stay In Montréal Wrap Up
Montréal is such a stunning and surprising little city. There are so many adorable boutique hotels throughout Montréal. I hope that this guide to where to stay in Montréal helps you plan the perfect Canadian getaway!
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