January 17, 2017
Even in the middle of winter, Montreal charms its visitors and citizens with its animated streets and its historical buildings. Classified as one of the most romantic cities in the world, it is where many tourists spend their winter vacations, curious to enjoy the beautiful snow, sometimes for the first time. If you are looking for the perfect place to stay during your next staycation, or for a romantic escapade with your partner, here are five hotels that will seduce you.
The Ritz is hard to beat. It is the first of the hotels chain that was born in North America, and it is still today one of the most romantic places in the city. The butlers that welcome you charmingly starts off your stay with a welcoming ambiance. The rooms, renovated in 2012, kept a historical aspect to them, making this hotel the perfect romantic haven. Combining your stay with a meal at the Maison Boulud: pure bliss.
This magnificent building rests at the corner of St-Jacques street and is one of my favourite places in the entire city. In the summer, the rooftop terrace offers a beautiful view of Old Montreal, and the restaurant in the lobby, Suite 701, becomes vibrant at night. The brick walls and the minimalistic decor of the bedrooms create a relaxing ambiance, and some of them even offer a small balcony. The location makes it perfect to roam the streets of the Old Montreal with your loved one.
Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, in front of Ogilvy, the Loews is another well known hotel. Its rooms are garnished with works of art that focus on fashion and the classic decor adds a touch of finesse to this otherwise urban hotel. The hotel restaurant, La Société, extends the romance with its french bistro vibe and its tamed lighting. A perfect combination of glamour and romance.
This building was built in 1870, making it a charming historical site in the middle of Old Montreal. The richness of its decor and of its architecture is a precious touch for this otherwise very classy hotel. The victorian looking bedrooms take you back to another era, and the hotel restaurant, XO, is one of the most popular restaurants in the city. Are you convinced now?
Also located in Old Montreal, the Saint-Paul hotel is hard to miss. Its huge facade on McGill street attracts anyone passing by. Inside, the hotel is modern, gracious and comfortable. The decor of the rooms is simple and pure. Drinks are offered in the hotel bar, the Hambar. Food wise, you don’t have to worry; the Saint-Paul is a few steps away from some of the best restaurants in the city.