The Village

Montreal

Gay Village featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and café scenes
Gay Village featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and signage
Gay Village which includes signage, outdoor eating and a city
The Village
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Eat, drink and party in this lively centre of Montréal’s cuisine and nightlife. See why the city’s gay district is thought to be one of the largest in the world.

Also known as the Gay Village, this area north of the Quartier Latin is so LGBT-friendly that even its metro station has rainbow pillars. Although the Village is the epicentre of Montreal’s gay scene, just about anyone would enjoy the festive atmosphere. Due to low rents, a young population and a high density of cafés, restaurants, bars and clubs, the Village is one of Montréal’s most exciting areas.

The Village is centred on St. Catherine Street. From June through September, this street is closed to traffic, so the whole neighbourhood feels like a vast plaza. Walk along St. Catherine Street and notice the professional street art lining the façades. On a sunny day, sit out on one of the many restaurant terraces for a cup of coffee and watch the fashionable crowds.

There are hundreds of restaurants to choose from in the Village, each of those varying in uniqueness and popularity. You can get anything from a cheap dinner, in a bistro with in-house DJ, to a pricier meal based on the nouveau-French cuisine in an elegant décor.

Most locals hit the bars at just before midnight, which is a good time to hop around between the many different nightlife options. Catch a cabaret show performed by the Village’s most flamboyant drag queens. If you rather have a chat over a cocktail, visit one of the many gay bars in the area. And, if you are enjoying yourself, party until the next morning at a late-night dance club.

The best time to visit the Village is during one of its famous week-long parties. Divers/Cité is the neighbourhood’s spectacular annual festival, which lasts a week between July and August. It culminates with the gay pride parade. Watch Mascara, the world’s largest drag show, which takes place during this festival. Black and Blue is a week-long series of big techno parties during Canadian Thanksgiving throughout various venues in both the Village and other parts of Montreal. Get tickets for these festivals in advance, because they are world-renowned, and fill up fast.


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Hotel St André

Hotel St André

2.5 out of 5
1285 Rue St-Andre, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $113 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $113
CA $134 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Old Port of Montreal and Notre Dame Basilica are ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"You get what you pay for. The room needed minor maintenance, but was perfect for a two-night stay. The staff were attentive and friendly."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

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Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

4 out of 5
900 rue De La Gauchetiere West, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $195 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $195
CA $254 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,574 reviews)
"The beds were comfortable, there was a nice restaurant. If you have mobility issues, please note that the hotel is one floor; however, there are a few stairs to the rooms. The outdoor pool was great, especially since it's very hot, sadly Aug 12 around 2 pm they had to close and drain the pool due ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

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Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

3.5 out of 5
1240 Drummond Street, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $151 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $151
CA $180 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,091 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

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Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

3.5 out of 5
1110, Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $181 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $181
CA $216 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,450 reviews)
"The one thing that we didn't like was elevators. 28 floors hotel have 3 small elevators. The waiting time was a bit long."

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Hotel Universel Montreal

Hotel Universel Montreal

3.5 out of 5
5000, Rue Sherbrooke Est, Montreal, QC
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The price is CA $165 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $165
CA $196 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,792 reviews)
"Good area near Olympic studio"

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

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Hotel Chrome Montreal

Hotel Chrome Montreal

3 out of 5
215 Boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $99 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $99
CA $117 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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Stay at this 3-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (3,234 reviews)
"We were able to stay with our small dog and no issues. Parking instructions in a separate private parking were clear and the amenities around the hotel were great"

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

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