With an unrestrained love for the arts, festivals, all things creative and generally living life to the hilt, Montreal is known for being the cultural hub of Canada. It’s a place where quaint gas lamp-lined squares sit side by side by gentrified industrial ports filled with vegan smoothie bars, trendy spas, and rooftop electro dance parties.
The abundance of tech startup offices gives Montreal an energetic, progressive vibe and one of the many funky eclectic neighborhoods in the city has even named as one of the coolest places to live in the world. Thinking of staying? Here are the best cool and unusual hotels in Montreal, Canada (in no particular order)…
1. Auberge du Vieux-Port – a mid-1800s warehouse turned gorgeous Parisian-style boutique in a great location in Old Montreal
A meticulously renovated mid-1800s warehouse building located on St Paul Street and overlooking the St Lawrence River. Packed full of period features like exposed beams, rough brick walls, and original casement windows, the Auberge du Vieux-Port is a stunning hotel full of class and character.
Bedrooms offer wrought iron bedsteads, high ceilings, wooden floors, and soft, sumptuous bed linen, as well as are WiFi and flatscreen TVs, while bathrooms at the creative Montreal abode are equally as beautiful with period features and first-class fittings.
The Taverne Gaspar just next door serves up comforting cuisine inspired by British Gastro Pubs with a distinctly French twist.
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2. Hotel Epik – a unique boutique that mixes contemporary with historic chic located in Old Montreal
Set in the historic Vieux-Montreal district, the much-loved Hotel Epik is a stylish boutique hotel situated just a short walk from the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal and the Place-d’Armes Metro, surrounded by a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants.
Bedrooms are beautiful with exposed thick brick walls, polished wooden floors and high thread count linens, whilst bathrooms are tiled in white with contemporary touches.
The lobby area is simple and chic with granite flooring, brick walls and soft leather seating, and the stunning in-house Epik Retardant serves up Italian cuisine, in spacious yet sumptuous surroundings. The cool Montreal hotel also offers an extensive wine and cocktail list.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Epik Montreal
3. W Hotel – a hip, trendy and Instagrammable hotel with a real wow factor perfect for partying Millenials and Gen Zs
There are many great things to do in Montreal but staying in a hip hotel is most definitely one of them. Enter this awesome hotel which is nestled away on the historic Banque du Canada building, the W Hotel is perfectly placed in the centre of Downtown Montreal.
Offering luxury accommodation throughout, the W Montreal is full of the brands signature quirkiness and whimsical touches including a huge lobby area with wooden walls and brightly colored, unusual furniture.
Bedrooms are bold but beautiful with monochrome color ways brought to life with pops of gold and yellow, and bathrooms that have a true luxe feel about them complete with soaker showers.
The sleek, sexy and sassy Montreal hotel has its very own NOM NOM restaurant, which is unusually styled with canvas dividers and industrial light fittings, and serves up good quality food, as well as the Bartizen bar and nightclub that specializes in Quebec gins and various tonics.
- To book, check prices or availability for W Hotel Montreal
4. Hotel 10 – a hip upscale downtown hotel set in 1915 Beaux-Arts townhouse perfect for design-loving Millennials and Gen Zs
Set within a Beaux-Arts townhouse, dating back as far as 1915, this historic hotel has been extended with a modern annexe to provide a range of stylish suites and rooms in downtown Montreal.
Upscale interiors and chic design make the 4-star exceptionally rated Hotel 10 one of the most popular in the city, and stylish bedrooms are uber-cool with muted tones, sumptuous bedding and glass-walled soaker showers in the super chic bathrooms.
Suites provide separate living areas, floor-to-ceiling windows and separate luxury bathtubs. Guests can visit the onsite nightclub with a trendy terrace, BLVD 44, sip drinks at the LE BAR20 or enjoy epicurean pleasures at the BAR20 Bistro.
There is also a chauffeured car service that will deliver visitors anywhere within 5 km radius for free.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel 10 Montreal
5. Hotel Monville – a refined contemporary design hotel with a modern hi-tech urban vibe housed in a striking glass-fronted downtown tower
This boutique hotel with a hi-tech urban vibe is located in the heart of the Quartier International de Montréal, at the junction of Old Montreal and downtown. It’s close to McGill University and Chinatown and within walking distance of some of the best shopping and dining that Montreal has to offer.
The striking design of the building facade is matched by the elegant functionality of the interior designs, where muted neutral shades with plenty of wood and leather accents produce a restful effect.
The rooms have king-sized beds and generous windows with views of the city. In keeping with the tech-savvy theme, your room service will be delivered by a cute robot named H2M2, who could be a close relation of R2D2.
There’s a fitness center and large rooftop terrace to enjoy the views, and you can bring food and drinks from the grab and go food market in the lobby. The Moneme Restaurant & Bar has an extensive menu of Old Montreal and global favorites.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Monville
6. Humaniti Hotel Montreal, Autograph Collection – a modern, sleek and sexy lifestyle hotel set within a striking downtown skyscraper
Located close to Old Montreal and the business core, Humaniti is a new lifestyle hotel with a focus on sustainability. The sleek dual towers of the award-winning building faced in polished granite and reflective-transparent glass are designed as a vertical community, as a kind of city within the city.
The interiors continue the theme of merging geometry with art and human living, with sculptures and nature-inspired artwork. The rooms are spacious and light-filled, with wood accents and touches of color.
With the focus on wellness, you’ll find locally sourced healthy snacks in the minibar, and the gym is open 24/7. There’s also a rooftop swimming pool and the Humaniti Spa where you can stop by for a massage or beauty treatment.
The onsite h3 restaurant has three seating options, with the restaurant and lounge overlooking outdoor sculptures and seasonal terrace seating on the 9th floor.
- To book, check prices or availability for Humaniti Hotel Montreal, Autograph Collection
7. Le Mount Stephen – Montréal’s newest lifestyle boutique hotel housed in an elegant neo-Renaissance building with a sleek modern tower
Found in a grand neoclassical building, history and modern convenience combine at this delightfully first-class hotel located in the Golden Square Mile. Rich wood paneling and stained glass windows are perfectly paired with sleek modern furnishings to create a uniquely beautiful feel.
Bedrooms at the 5-star exceptionally rated Le Mount Stephen are large and comfortable with lots of neutral brown tones and bold design touches like LED lighting under the beds and Japanese toilets in the bathrooms.
The hotel’s restaurant and bar area are popular with locals and visitors alike, and exude the uber-cool air of those looking to enjoy fine dining and carefully crafted cocktails, while guests at the trendy Montreal hotel can also enjoy access to the 24-hour gym, spa and concierge services.
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8. Hotel William Gray – a stunning, cool and hip hotel located in a reinvention of two landmark 18th-century maisons in the heart of Old Montreal
A heady mix of the old and the new, 4-star exceptionally rated Hotel William Gray is housed in an old building that has been transformed with the addition of a glass atrium and an eight-story tower, to become a smart, design-conscious hotel in the heart of Old Montreal.
With glass walls and ceilings, the lobby area is an impressive entrance to this beautifully modernized building, while bedrooms come in a variety of shapes and sizes offering charcoal and white color schemes, high-class linens and furnishings, and stunning marble-clad bathrooms with rainforest soaker showers.
The Emily Oakes restaurant is lively and large and serves up showcase beef dishes that are popular with locals and visitors alike or take advantage of the rooftop terrace to sip drinks overlooking the Place Jacques Cartier.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel William Gray
9. Hotel Gault – a trendy loft-style hotel housed in an 1871 building in Old Montreal
Located right at the heart of Old Montreal, the 4-star exceptionally rated Hotel Gault offers exceptional suites hidden away between a magnificent nineteenth-century facade.
Offering stunning lofts and suites, the design of the hip and trendy Montreal hotel is traditional but cool with plenty of exposed brick, concrete floors, and fabulous leather beds with crisp white linens.
Bathrooms are created with cool greys and bright white subway tiles, whilst some of the larger suites offer freestanding bathtubs in the bedrooms themselves.
The Gault Restaurant is an elegant affair with views across old Montreal, that delivers gourmet food all day long, or stop in the carefully crafted cocktail bar and enjoy a drink and a light snack.To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Gault Montreal
10. Hotel Nelligan – a trendy and creative boutique with plenty of European elegance housed in a 19th-century building in Vieux-Montréal
Housed in a converted 19th-century building in Vieux-Montréal, this upscale chic and sleek Montreal hotel is close to the Basilique Notre-Dame, the Promenade du Vieux-Port, and a wide range of restaurants and galleries.
With exposed brick walls, thick wooden beams, and a Victorian industrial feel throughout, the 4-star exceptionally rated Hotel Nelligan is cozy yet chic, and a truly beautiful place to stay.
Bedrooms are warm and welcoming with crisp white bedding and rich warm wood furniture, while upgraded suites offer separate sitting areas and whirlpool baths and terraces.
The elegant and funky Montreal hotel offers its very own highly refined French Restaurant, Verses Bistro, offering well thought out European and Canadian cuisine, or you can enjoy drinks at the bar and higher dishes at the Terrassee Nelligan.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Nelligan Montreal
11. Vogue Hotel Montreal Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton – a large award-winning chic upscale hotel located in the heart of the city
An award-winning chic and trendy Montreal hotel located in the heart of downtown Montreal, close to the Fine Arts Museum, trendy galleries, hip restaurants, and high-end shopping.
Oversized bedrooms and bathrooms are a feature at the Hotel Vogue Montreal, as are Egyptian cotton bed sheets, loveseat sofas, and vintage framed Vogue covers above the beds, while marble bathrooms with whirlpool tubs and their own TV’s also come as standard.
La Société Bistro serves a modern twist of French brasserie cuisine in surroundings that feel distinctly Parisian, while the hotel’s Lux Lounge is open from Tuesday to Saturday, serving up signature cocktails and great entertainment.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Vogue Montreal
12. Hôtel Uville Montréal – a fashionable and trendy hotel with a cool retro vibe close to the Old Port of Montreal
If you love everything retro, you’ll feel right at home in this groovy hotel situated next to a park called Place de la Grande-Paix or Place of Great Peace. The great location near Notre Dame Basilica puts you within easy reach of the Old Port, Underground City, Museum of Contemporary Art, Bell Centre and other downtown attractions.
The hotel and rooms, with material from the National Film Board of Canada, are a museum recalling the excitement of Montreal in the 1960s and ‘70s. The rooms have views of the park and mod decor, simple lines and retro touches like avocado green furnishings and a record player with vinyl records.
You can have a complimentary breakfast brought to your room every morning, or eat in the lobby, or pick up a packed breakfast to take with you.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hôtel Uville Montréal
13. LHotel – a unique art-filled boutique hotel with quirky-chic details housed in an 1870 historic boutique a 3-minute walk from Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal
A 19th-century hotel located in Old Montréal, full of antique furniture and period features, just a short 10 minutes walk from the Palais des Congrès Convention Centre.
With its very own on-site art gallery, visitors to the cool and unusual Montreal hotel can immerse themselves in world-class art paired with beautiful accommodation. Bedrooms at 4-star exceptionally rated LHotel Montreal are refined and traditional with dark wood furniture, high thread count linens and beautiful bathrooms, as well as modern conveniences including flatscreen TVs and free WiFi.
The Winter Garden dining room serves delicious breakfasts and filling fare, or sit up at the bar to sip cocktails before heading out to explore the very best this beautiful city has to offer.
- To book, check prices or availability for LHotel Montreal
14. Hotel St.Thomas – a chic and romantic boutique hotel housed in an elegant stone heritage building in downtown Montreal
This 4-star boutique hotel located in a charming Georgian building is right next to the happening Plateau neighborhood, near McGill University. Walk or borrow a complimentary bike from the hotel to explore major attractions like the Old Port of Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, Sainte-Catherine Street and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
Understated luxury is the theme in the 23 rooms with custom furnishings, patterned wallpaper, plush velvet chairs, matte black steel and gold accents, and quirky artwork.
Some of the rooms have balconies, and the penthouse suite has its own private terrace looking out over city views. There’s also a gym and a yoga mat in each room.
The Salon Thomas serves breakfast, coffee all day, and snacks in the evening. With lots of natural light and comfortable seating, it makes a great workspace as well. Another highlight of your stay will be a visit to the spa, which has a Turkish steam bath, plunge pool, lounge and outdoor terrace.
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15. Le Petit Hotel – funky modern meets historic chic in this gorgeous boutique hotel housed in a 19th-century building in Old Montreal
A polished and elegant hotel, housed in a 100-year-old building located in Downtown Montreal. Dressed with modern, colourful furnishings and original artwork throughout, The exceptionally rated Petit Hotel offers a funky slant on traditional contemporary cool.
The bedrooms at this Montreal boutique hotel are beautiful with exposed brick walls, polished wooden floors and original windows, as well as sumptuous fresh white linens and bathrooms swathed in marble and stainless steel.
The lobby area has the feel of an upmarket French salon, and doubles up as the Petit Cafe with character wall murals and swish leather furnishings, serving freshly brewed coffee and tasty treats throughout the day.
For hungrier diners, the bustling streets of Downtown are packed full of fabulous cafes, restaurants and bars.
- To book, check prices or availability for Le Petit Hotel
16. Hôtel Birks Montréal – a historic and sophisticated place to stay in Montreal housed in a former 19th-century jewelry store located near a metro station
The magnificent building on St. James Street has been a landmark since it was built in 1894, and has now been meticulously restored and redesigned as a 5-star oasis of luxury. The ornate facade and grand entranceway with classical pillars, molding and chandeliers sets the tone for a unique merging of classical and contemporary elegance.
The rooms have been redesigned in soothing neutral accents with rich fabrics, brass detailing and fireplaces, some have private terraces with magnificent views of the city. Room service will deliver meals from the adjacent Henri Brasserie Française, or you can book a table there for delicious French comfort food with sustainable ingredients.
You may not want to leave the hotel but Old Montreal, the Fine Arts Museum and many other attractions are nearby, waiting to be explored. To round out the experience, the luxury spa offers a range of revitalizing treatments.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hôtel Birks Montréal
17. David hotel – a relaxed mid range boutique hotel with industrial-style decor located very near Notre Dame Basilica
The 4-star boutique hotel is located in the heart of Old Montreal, just steps away from the Notre-Dame Basilica and close to the Place des Arts, Museum of Contemporary Art, Eaton Centre, the Old Port of Montreal, Underground City, Place Jacques Cartier, train and tube stations, and La Fontaine Park.
The greystone walls harmonize with the furnishings for a quiet, restful ambience. There are just 24 loft-style studio rooms, well equipped with a mini-kitchen, dining area, laundry, and a work desk.
Visitors will want to explore the pubs and eateries to explore in the area, including the trendy Garde Manger restaurant nearby.
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18. Hotel Kutuma – an African-inspired themed creative boutique located in the buzzy hipster district
Located on the vibrant Rue Saint-Denis in the Plateau-Mont-Royal district, the exceptionally rated Hotel Kutuma is an African-inspired boutique hotel that is an absolute delight for the senses.
Bedrooms offer custom-made furniture and plush fabrics while suites offer whirlpool tubs and penthouses have exposed brick walls, open fireplaces, kitchenettes and separate living areas. All rooms come with free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. Le Nil Bleu restaurant has an impressive interior fountain and serves up well-executed Ethiopian-style food, as well as offering an extensive wine list.
The streets around the hotel offer a wealth of casual cafes, laid-back eateries, busy bars, and contemporary galleries and theatres for visitors to explore.
- To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Kutuma Montreal
19. Boutique Lofts Milton Parc – well-appointed cool contemporary apartments in a central location perfect for longer stays
Located in Downtown Montreal, close to the Place des Arts subway, the exceptionally rated Boutique Lofts Milton Parc are well-appointed and perfectly placed for visitors looking to explore all sides of the city.
The exclusive selection of loft-style apartments available all offer exposed brick walls, bright modern kitchens, polished marble floors, and contemporary living and dining areas.
Bedrooms are calm and cool with high-quality crisp white linen and large king-sized beds, while marble bathrooms with soaker showers are spotlessly clean.
If you don’t fancy cooking, you can step outside a find plenty of local cafes, bars, and restaurants including the Chez Gautier Restaurant located close by.
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