Amy Adejokun
Section editor
This Sofitel hotel, which is part of the chain's new generation of hotels, offers stylish interiors. Opened in 2002, it really does deserve its excellent reputation and its business and upmarket clientele does it justice.
The hotel's location on Rue Sherbrook, a few streets away from the city centre, makes it a good base from which to explore the city on foot.
The 258 bedrooms are spacious, modern and classy, just like the rest of the hotel. A large picture window fills an entire wall with a view of the city or the mountains. Bedrooms have an ultra-comfortable bed, a large desk for businessmen who could even bring a client here thanks to a second armchair around the desk. The sober yet elegant colours go perfectly well with the atmosphere of the surroundings. The various lights, the bamboo shoot and the little candle transform the room into a romantic cocoon. For more relaxing evenings, a television and a mini-bar are provided. Finally, remember to bring your favourite CD for a musical wake-up call from the CD-playing radio alarm clock. The bathrooms are spacious and have a large shower and the famous Roger Gallet hospitality products found in all Sofitel hotels. Deluxe bedrooms also have a bathtub and a set of scales you could probably do without!
A large, modern, 18-storey tower. A superb, ultra-modern entrance hall with a high ceiling, stylish sofas, original lighting and bright colours makes for a very pleasant area in which to await the keys to your room, but unfortunately, the staff are a little to quick. Behind this area, three computers on a high counter are provided for guests to check their emails free of charge (which avoids having to register for 24 hours when you only want to check your emails). There is a relaxation area with a small gymnasium and a sauna on the 6th floor. Businessmen love it as it gives them chance to relax after a stressful day!
The Renoir restaurant is renowned throughout Montreal and serves a set gourmet menu costing around £36 in the evening. In the morning, à la carte continental breakfast is served with fresh orange juice, Viennese pastries and fruit salad, all served by charming waitresses. As far as lunch is concerned, the menu is less expensive than in the evening but the food is just as delicious.
The hotel also has "Golden Key" Concierges, the crème de la crème of concierges, who know everything there is to know about the city and its attractions, restaurants and museums and who will help you explore Montreal.
The staff's uniforms were created by the famous French designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
Valet service also provided.
massage, beauty salon, sauna, keep fit, spa, Turkish bath
tennis, gym, golf, fitness, sports
Colin David F.
centre ville, accessible à tous les places important
service exceptionnelle, proche à tous les grandes spectacles modern comfortable, bonne restaurant dans l'hotel, près des autres bonnes restos
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Very modern, this Novotel stands out because of its contemporary style and well-deserved 4 stars. The very comfortable rooms and the tasty albeit expensive cuisine served at the restaurant are just two of the hotels advantages in addition to its ideal location: opposite the ice-rink where the hockey matches take place! Puck lovers will be delighted!
This hotel has two different aspects: on one side, the basic-standard rooms, the reception and amenities, all of which is a little outdated and of simple comfort, on the other side, Deluxe bedrooms and ultra-modern suites, stylish and contemporary, worthy of a top hotel. Make your choice! And whichever it is, make the most of the ideal location, a few streets away from Vieux Montreal.
Note for those who are broke and have nowhere to stay. If all the hotels are full and it is minus 30° C outside, choose the Econolodge, which has the advantage of being not too far from the centre on foot.
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In pure Montreal spirit, contemporary art merges with a historical touch in this hotel located slightly out of the centre. Whether businessmen or tourists, the lively evenings and the arty spirit will surely delight young fans of contemporary art and comfort.