We are going to be in Montreal in August for the Canadian Open and to visit the city. We have never been to Montreal and need information on where to stay. WE are looking for a 3 or 4 star hotel close to the metro and resturants.

Thanks,

Carla

Hi Carla. I would start by doing a quick search on this site for Montreal hotels. There have been lots of discussions. And check www.bonjourquebec.com for ideas. Tell us your interests. Your question is too all-encompassing, as the metro system is large and there are thousands of restaurants.

czsat, I stayed at the Hotel XIX Siecle in a deal I got off of luxury link. This is a gorgeous building with very nice architectural features. It is in the financial/historical district,I walked everywhere). I had a huge room, well appointed, excellent breakfast included...and it was very uncrowded. I found the staff at the front desk to be exceptionally helpful. They handled my dinner reservations, gave excellent directions...and even told me where to find the fashion district sales. Couldn't beat that!
Here is the address:
Hotel XIXe Siecle
262 rue St.-Jacques, Montreal, Quebec

You may want to get a feel for the layout of the city before you decide where to stay. There are three areas of the city that are best for visitors:
1. The downtown, which is centered along St. Catherine St. This is the main business & commercial area of the city with lots of big stores, restaurants and skyscrapers and hotels. Much like Manhattan with a French twist. Lots of access to the Metro.
2. Old Montreal - 1600's architecture, cobblestone streets, outdoor cafes, botique hotels and b&bs. A small area a bit removed from the metro.
3. The Plateau/St. Denis area - About 20 minutes from the downtown. Very French, lots of small shops, cafes, b&b's, small hotels and quiet tree lined streets. Some Metro acess, but not as much as downtown.

The Fairmont hotels in Canada are amazing - I stay in them whenever possible. Most of them are historic, classic hotels that encompass both the history of the city, the history of Canada with lots of Canadiana. The rooms are beautiful and well worth the room rates. Try a hotel package for a good value and lots of extra goodies!

Best Regards,
Julia

Not in Montréal, unfortunately. The Fairmont Queen/Reine Elizabeth is a good first class hotel, but there's nothing classic or historic about it.

Hi,

I agree that not all of the Fairmont Hotels are historic or classic, but a lot of them ARE historic or classic, such as the Banff Springs Hotel or the Hotel Vancouver. But, they are a upscale, first-class hotel.

Best Regards,
Julia