Area Guide

Getting Around

Named after the Mont Royal that provides a green backdrop to its cityscape, Montreal sits on an island surrounded by lakes and rivers, including the magnificent St. Lawrence River. A closer look at this lively city reveals a cosmopolitan hotspot. Residents and visitors fill the streets on their way to museums, boutiques, galleries, attractions and cafés. It's a vibrant, modern city that never forgets its deep and pervasive French roots.

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Featured Activity

Take in Montreal and the famous Lachine Rapids by raft or hydro-jet. A guaranteed fun-filled and exciting adventure for all ages. Brave the waves and start planning your adventure with the help of the hotel's Concierge.

Points of Interest

In addition to the sites surrounding Mont Royal, a profusion of cultures is yours to discover from the historic Old Montreal and its port, to the trendy Plateau Mont-Royal, Little Italy and Chinatown. Other attractions include the Saint-Joseph’s Oratory, the Olympic Park, the Montreal Botanical Garden, the Bell Centre and Cathedral of Sainte-Mary.

Museums

Local museums include Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal Museum of Contemporary Arts, Pointe-à-Callière, the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History, and the Montreal Planetarium.

Sporting Events

Montreal is home to the Montreal Canadiens (NHL), Montreal Impact (soccer), and the Montreal Alouettes (CFL). Spectators also have the chance to enjoy the annual Grand Prix of Canada, the Rogers AT&T Open, and the Tour de I'Île de Montréal Sporting activities include golf, swimming, tennis and winter sports including skiing, snowboarding and ice skating.

Culture

Montreal has a diverse arts and culture scene that includes everything from traditional ballet to experimental theater, including Cirque du Soleil, the Montreal Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Kent Nagano, the Montreal Opera, I Musici de Montréal, Pro Musica Society, The Piggery Theatre, Centaur Theatre, Yiddish Theatre, Théâtre du Rideau Vert, and the Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal.