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Nested by the gates of the Old Port of Montreal, near the St-Lawrence river and by the remnants of the fortress wall, the Hotel Champ-de-Mars offers unique and affordable accommodations to travelers of all types. Built in 1898, the recently renovated hotel retains much of the charm of its roots as a rooming house and tavern favored by sailors. The most popular activities in Old Montreal include leisurely strolls, general visits and simply hanging out. This reflects the rich heritage value of Old Montreal, its friendly and warm atmosphere, unique architecture and recreational and tourist attractions that contribute to a relaxing visit. HISTORY In the 18th century, the city of Montreal banned the construction of wooden buildings inside its fortified perimeter. This action resulted in the poorest inhabitants being forced to sell their lots of land and move into the “suburbs”. The growth of the suburbs and the demolition of the original city walls original, which began soon after 1800, slowly forged the former fortified town and the suburbs into one entity. A real new city was taking shape with its own river front and port, military esplanade, a new market that would later be turned into Place Jacques-Cartier, monuments and great public buildings, such as the monument to Admiral Nelson, a courthouse and Bonsecours Market. The growth of the city and increasing wealth presented opportunities for ambitious entrepreneurs. In 1898 Joseph Moreau erected a four-story building close to the bustling port and opened the Hotel Le Relais. In 1911, Joseph Moreau transferred the hotel to two of his children, Joseph and Maria, who immediately rented the hotel to Napoleon Geoffroy. The hotel was also known as a tavern. It was in fact, a favorite hangout for many of the port workmen and sailors. In 1920, the hotel was rented to Ernest Henry Girard. Along with his brother, he would renew the lease until 1960 when they finally purchased the hotel, still under the corporate name Hotel Le Relais, from Joseph Moreau. From 1972 to 1998, the hotel went through several owners and names. The lack of stability and resulting disrepair forced the closing of the hotel. In 2000, it was given a new lease of life. Major renovations ensured a 21st century functionality to the hotel but yet did not encroach on the charm left by its rich history. Now named L’Hotel Champ-de-Mars, we hope to continue the building’s tradition of providing great service and comfort to all those who come to live the experience that is Montreal. The Hotel Champ-de-Mars is located at the eastern main entrance of the Old Port of Montreal, on 756 and 764 Berri Street. The street’s name is said to come from Simon Després, known as Le Berry, a wealthy landowner who was killed by Iroquois in 1663. The northern façade of the hotel is bordered by St-Louis Street, formerly the main road of the little suburb St-Louis, which had developed just outside the fortifications during the 1740’s. The southern façade of the hotel is bordered by the Parc de Ville-de-la-Flèche, which commemorates Jérôme Le Royer de la Dauversiere’s town of origin. He is the founder of the Société Notre-Dame, an integral force behind the foundation of Montreal in 1643. The Hotel Champ-de-Mars is also located near Place Jacques-Cartier, one of the liveliest spots in Montreal, where, for generations, people have gathered and reveled. Place Jacques-Cartier named after the famous explorer owes its existence to Jean Baptiste Périnaud’s conveyance to Jean-Baptiste Durocher, dated back to 1803, where it is specified that the square should always be kept as a public market. The city of Montreal is to this day bound by this clause. Nowadays, the Old Port of Montreal is laid out to maximize the convenience and pleasure of visitors. Here, they can enjoy adventurous trips on the river, continuous street animation and performances, expositions, the Imax Theater, the iSi center and bicycle paths all along the riverfront. During the winter months, visitors can admire ice sculptures, skate, explore aboard horse drawn carriages and take part in a great deal of other activities and festivities.

Abri du Voyageur, a Montreal Hotel, is a two star budget hotel located in the heart of the Entertainment District in downtown Montreal. We offer rooms with private bathrooms, shared bathrooms and modern studio apartments with private bathrooms and kichenettes. All our rooms and studios have air-conditioning, tv and free access to wireless internet. We are in walking distance of Montreal’s major tourist sites and international events: Place des Arts, La Vitrine ( the last minute ticket box office), Montreal’s world renowned festivals ( International Jazz Festival, Just for Laughs, FrancoFolies, Nights of Africa, World Film Festival), the Palais des Congrès ( Convention Center), Chinatown, the Old Port, the Underground City, the Latin Quarter and the Village.

On Christophe-Colomb at the south end intersection of Mont-Royal between rue Boyer and rue De La Roche is one of Montreal’s best kept little secrets. reBOOT Hostel is a grassroot hostel that feels much like a home, rather than a hostel, it’s more convivial and less impersonal than a standard Hotel or Hostel experience. Here you”ll find a community. Diversity, Affinity like minded, adventure seeking, experienced explorers and world travellers. Our location features a series of smart amenities like wall USB chargers to charge your android or iphone, intelligent eco-friendly lighting, lots of storage space for your bags and cabinet space for your food. Light dominates our spaces with French style windows and parquet floors give our place a very special look. We also are also one of the few Hostels in Montreal that accepts pets. Available throughout the premises is FREE WiFi or an RJ45 cable connection. We also have two game consoles PlayStation and xBox, some games are available for free others while others are made available for a small loan fee of $2.50. All monies collected from our loan program go towards purchasing new games. We also have several game boards for free. Decks of cards are on sale at $2.00. We have a job board and longer term housing options for HolidayMakers seeking employment. Available is a phone and fax, community mail services for those who need a stable address while they visit other parts of Canada and we can also offer cloud storage services for your mail, so that you can retrieve your important mail while you are on the road. Some rooms have a view on a quaint little summer terrace, while our backyard has urban graffiti and street art, other rooms look out on a busy commercial ruelle. The environment is eclectic and stimulating. As if that wasn’t enough, we house two beautiful dogs and several cats, so animal lovers will adore their experience with us.

Hotel Villa is an economic and affordable two-star hotel conveniently located in the heart of downtown Montreal and only two steps away from the Place-des-Arts and its Quartier des Spectacles to let you experience the rich and cultural scene in Montreal. Find out why it is considered as one of the best and most animated cities in North America! The hotel’s accommodations, amenities and services are tailored to suit your individual needs. Whether you’re planning a business trip, a family vacation, a business meeting, or an important social gathering, you can always count on Hotel Villa to make it a memorable experience. Numerous activities, events and tourist attractions are waiting for you just around the corner such as the International Jazz Festival, Just For Laughs, Francofolies, The Canadian Grand Prix, Loto-Quebec Fireworks, Fantasia Film Festival, Reggae Festival, Rogers Tennis Cup and so much more. Take a walk in the historic Old Montreal only 5 minutes from the hotel or stop for a bite in Chinatown only two blocks down. Not to mention the countless shops, restaurants and nightclubs in the area. Hotel Villa is also located right next-door to the Metropolis, a concert venue known for hosting some of the biggest acts in the music and entertainment business all-year round and just two steps from Club 281, the most renowned entertainment club in Quebec.

Votre pied-à-terre abordable au coeur du centre historique de Montréal. —– Your home away from home in the heart of the historic district of Montreal.

Confortable, contemporaine et conviviale. Bienvenue à l’auberge Saint-Paul! Notre nouvelle auberge est située dans un des quartiers les plus typiques de Montréal, celui du Vieux-Port et offre aux visiteurs une vue imprenable sur le Marché Bonsecours. L’auberge est à quelques minutes de ce que la ville a de meilleur à vous offrir. Le Quartier Latin, le Quartier Chinois, la station de métro Berri-UQAM et le Mont-Royal sont proches de notre établissement. Ces différents endroits sont célèbres pour leurs bars, restaurants, musées et centres commerciaux. Vous serez séduits par le confort et la luminosité de nos différentes chambres. Si vous souhaitez plus d’intimité, nous avons également une chambre privée. Toutes les chambres sont équipées de la climatisation et de casiers de rangement. Les draps sont fournis: il n’y a donc pas besoin d’apporter votre sac de couchage! Notre auberge de jeunesse offre un petit déjeuner gratuit et des activités nocturnes pendant le weekend avec des visites, des sorties organisées,… ce qui permet de rencontrer d’autres voyageurs et de découvrir la ville plus facilement. L’auberge dispose également d’une cuisine entièrement équipée avec tous les ustensiles dont vous pourriez avoir besoin pour préparer votre repas. Vous pouvez également vous détendre dans les canapés confortables du salon où vous pourrez regarder des films sur la télévision à écran plat. Notre équipe chaleureuse se fera un plaisir de vous conseiller sur les meilleurs endroits de la ville à découvrir lors de votre séjour. Venez partager des souvenirs incroyables avec d’autres voyageurs venant du monde entier! Comfortable, contemporary and friendly. Welcome at Saint-Paul hostel! Our brand new hostel is located in one of the most beautiful buildings of the Old Port and offers visitors a fantastic view over the Bonsecours Market. Our warm team will be pleased to advise you on the best places in the city to discover during your stay. What more can we say? Come and share incredible memories with other travellers from all around the world! The hostel Auberge Saint-Paul is minutes away from the best the city has to offer. Latin Quarter, Chinatown, Mont-Royal and the metro station Champ-de-Mars are literally at our doorstep. These quarters are famous for their diverse bars, restaurants, museums and great shopping opportunities. You will be seduced by the comfort our different kinds of dormitories, all with a great view and big ornate windows. If you desire more privacy, we also offer a private room. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and lockers. Linen is also provided so there’s no need to bring your sleeping bag! This clean hostel features a free breakfast daily and nightly activities on weekends with tours, parties, and music jam sessions making it easy to meet other travellers and get to know the city. The Hostel also has a kitchen, fully equipped with all the utensils you might need to prepare your meals. You can also relax in the comfortable couches in the salon where you can watch TV and movies on our flat screen television. Our warm team will be pleased to advise you on the best places in the city to discover during your stay. What more can we say? Come and share incredible memories with other travelers from all around the world! Have a good time in Montreal!

Please come to discover our new Hostel situated in the city centre of Montreal. We are trying our best to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. All our dormitories are equipped with Air Condition and lockers that can be closed with a pad lock. If you desire more privacy, we also offer private rooms. All the showers and bathrooms are completely renovated.

We think a hostel in Montreal should offer a vibrant style that surprises but is still comfortable. So far, it’s a work in progress. Don’t worry though, no one is working at the moment. We’re taking ideas and looking for artists.

One street away from the Latin Quarter, our newly 2009 refurbished backpacker hotel, is pleased to welcome all travelers looking to spend quality time in the heart of alternative Montreal at an affordable price.

Situated between old Montreal and the Latin Quarter, the two most entertaining districts of the city. Renown for their rich history and lively atmosphere, you will have endless possibilities to enjoy within walking distance. Constructed in 1867, the same year Canada officially became a nation our property has recently seen a complete refurbishment, maintaining the original authenticity by elaborating ornate stone masonry and the unique native architecture. Located within a 30 second walk from St-Catherine Street, the largest and most diverse shopping and amusement thoroughfare in the city is right outside your doorstep.

Centrally located in downtown Montreal, the HI Montreal Hostel is an ideal starting point to discover the best of the city and to meet other travelers! With 229 beds (shared room and private room), the hostel is a bustling nest of students, backpackers, families, groups and friends who like the idea of paying less for the night, while being able to use a bunch of common facilities and mingle easily with others. The hostel is part of Hostelling International (HI). HI is a not-for-profit organization with over 4 000 hostels worldwide and more than 60 across Canada. For more info: www.hihostels.ca. — HI-Montréal fait partie du réseau Hostelling International. HI est une organisation à but non-lucratif regroupant 4 000 auberges à travers le monde. Pour plus d’infos : www.hihostels.ca.