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What Is a Hostel?

If you're in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Montreal, one of the 13 hostels here could be a great option. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have the following:

• Shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms)
• Budget-friendly prices
• A social environment

Hostels are a great way to stay in Montreal for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and art galleries.

Hostels in Montreal

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first:

M Montreal - Located within a 5-minute walk of Sainte-Catherine Street and University of Quebec-Montreal. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a nightclub. Rooms come with free toiletries and desks.

Auberge YWCA - Located within a 5-minute walk of Sainte-Catherine Street and The Underground City. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a shared/communal kitchen. You'll find showers and TVs in all rooms.

Samesun Montreal Central - Located within a 5-minute walk of Sainte-Catherine Street and University of Quebec-Montreal. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, free toiletries, and linens in all rooms.

HI Montreal Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Lucien L'Allier Station and Montreal Lucien-L'Allier Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers.

Auberge Alternative du Vieux-Montréal - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of The Underground City. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Montreal?

The weather can be a big factor when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 44° F and nighttime temperatures average 4° F
• April-June: 79° F is the daytime average and 26° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 81° F and nighttime averages are around 43° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 63° F during the day and 11° F at night
• Average rainfall is 1.42 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Montreal?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these places:

• The Underground City
• Christ Church Cathedral
• Sainte-Catherine Street

• Mount Royal Park
• Montreal Botanical Garden
• Parc Jean-Drapeau

• Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
• Biosphere
• Montreal Biodome

Generally, Montreal is known for its:

• Architecture
• Museums
• Art
• Live music
• Theater
• Churches
• Festivals
• Cafés

How to Get to Montreal and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Montreal, QC (YHU-St. Hubert), located 6.8 mi (10.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Montreal, QC (YUL-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl.), which is 9.3 mi (15 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Square Victoria Station, McGill Station, and Bonaventure Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Montreal Central Station, Montreal Lucien-L'Allier Station, or Montreal Vendome Station.