Épik Montreal
171 rue St-Paul Ouest, Montréal, Québec H2Y 1Z5, Canada
Why We Like It
Epik Montreal is aptly named, full of monumental architectural details and flashes of contemporary glam. This boutique hotel's Old World charm is showcased from the beamed ceiling to the original wooden floors. If you want to leave the hotel to explore--and that's a big "if"--the location is great for sightseeing.
Bipolar in the best possible way, Épik marries the rustic ambiance of the Old World with hot-shot design and stainless steel. The contrast is stunning.
YOU SHOULD KNOW There are only 10 rooms, so make your reservation very well in advance.
room
It’s impossible to overstate the impact of the bedroom’s beamed ceilings and large-scale windows. The soundproof shutters are a thoughtful touch. All rooms have faux fireplaces and flat-screen TVs.
bathroom
There are no bathtubs, except in the penthouse, but there are roomy glassed-in rain showers.
lobby
Built for people watching along rue Saint-Paul, the lobby’s backdrop is an elegant mix of rough stone walls, brick, and marble--there are lots of types of walls in this hotel lobby. Unlike many Old Port lobbies, it’s airy and wide.
The lobby’s Negroni Bar, and its same-named cocktail, adds an Italian flair that foreshadows the restaurant’s (Italian) menu.
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LOCATION
Getting Around
Watch out for cars if you’re walking on the narrow sidewalks. Tourists tend to wander into the road. Rue St-Paul is particularly narrow and busy, with no parking. The hotel is just a 10- to 15-minute walk from the Square Victoria metro. Taxis and Ubers are good options.
Restaurants
For a crowd of flirty young go-getters, there’s Méchant Boeuf (10-15 minute walk), a pub with craft cocktails and great burgers. Don't overthink it--just go. It's right down the street.
