Fodor's Expert Review Hôtel Le Crystal

It's no wonder A-list performers stay here, considering Le Crystal's dramatic style and luxury suites, which pamper travelers with spa-style bathrooms and separate soaking tubs. The downtown location is a big perk.

room

The floor-to-ceiling windows make every suite feel grand. Chocolate-brown accents, warm wood, and beige leather tub chairs set the mood. Everyone loves the kitchenettes, the ergonomic work stations, the dining room table, and the Nespresso machine.

YOU SHOULD KNOW Compared to the dramatic lobby, the standard Queen suites are surprisingly drab--lots of beige everywhere. Yawn. There is much more style in the executive suites and various penthouses.

bathroom

Nice and roomy, the bathrooms have glass showers, rain spouts, plush robes, soaker tubs, white "bowl" sinks on marble counters and crisp white towels.

lobby

Soaring ceiling, high drama. The lobby is a showpiece. It has enormous "snowball" chandeliers, contemporary seating, impressive columns, and a branded waterfall wall. There is a business center in the lobby with touch screen computers and an on-site Starbucks.

pool

Turquoise mosaic tiles make this indoor pool special. It's large enough to exercise and canoodle.

The Chrystal went above and beyond with this saltwater pool, as well as their outdoor hot tub and Swedish sauna. There's also a 9,000 square-foot fitness facility.

dining

The hotel's bistro, La Coupole, has a series of white plates of the blackboard wall, signed by celebrities. The bistro serves traditional, family cuisine using products from local artisans from southern Québec regions. On the second floor, there is also a lively terrace, not to mention one of the three different sections of the hotel's Bar & Lounge.