Downtown Montreal

Montreal

Downtown Montreal showing outdoor art, a city and a monument
Downtown Montreal
Downtown Montreal
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts showing a statue or sculpture, interior views and art
Downtown Montreal

Beneath the skyscrapers, this neighbourhood offers grand civic spaces, high-end shopping, 30 concert halls and the world’s largest underground complex.

Downtown is the home of Montreal’s beautiful skyline and vast subterranean centre. Come to Downtown for shopping, a mix of modern and heritage architecture and world-class concert halls and museums.

Spend daylight hours on the long stretch of Saint-Catherine Street which features blocks of high-end boutiques and shopping malls, plus access to the Underground City. After sunset, head to Crescent Street to spend the evening hopping between the many pubs and restaurants set amid classic Montreal townhouses.

The Underground City is one of the largest subsurface complexes in the world. A total 20.5 miles (33 kilometres) of pedestrian walkways run under Downtown, connecting metro stations, concert halls and shopping malls. Shop in the Promenades Cathédrale, an underground mall built to support the once-sinking Christ Church Cathedral above.

Take a walk through the Golden Square Mile on the west side of Downtown, which features the exquisite Victorian mansions of Montreal’s old upper class. This section is also home to McGill University, one of Canada’s top schools.

Downtown is the location of Montreal’s world-class annual festivals. The Montreal International Jazz Festival takes place in Downtown’s Quartier des Spectacles. These 250 acres (one square kilometre) of the city contain over 30 concert halls, including the Montreal Symphony House. Visit during a festival to see this part of Downtown come alive. The Montreal International Jazz Festival alone consists of about 800 concerts, and tens of thousands of people attend.

Spend a few hours in Montreal’s best fine arts institutions, also located in Downtown. The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is the largest museum in the city. It features a wide range of painting and sculpture from around the world, plus an exhibition dedicated exclusively to Québecois and Canadian art.

Most of the metro stops in Downtown are along Maisonneuve Boulevard, which is just one block away from Saint-Catherine Street. Bus stops are abundant throughout the area. Downtown covers a very large space, so it is a good idea to use public transportation. Paid parking is available in garages throughout Downtown. Look for southeast garages which tend to cost less than others.


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Downtown Montreal Hotel Deals

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
includes taxes & fees
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

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
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
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,106 reviews)
A Few Things To Promote Excellent Rating
"A few things would help improve comfort or safety: 1) Safety bars in bathtub 2)Stopper in bathroom sink stuck in place 3) Simple instructions need for older person to use the TV remote"

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa
Hotel Chrome Montreal

Hotel Chrome Montreal

3 out of 5
215 Boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $106 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $106
CA $127 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
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

Hotel Chrome Montreal
Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel

Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel

4 out of 5
1201 Boulevard Rene-Levesque West, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $212 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
CA $212
CA $252 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Montreal. Enjoy a 24-hour health club, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,696 reviews)
"Quite, nice staff, good area,"

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel
Le St Martin Hotel Particulier Montreal

Le St Martin Hotel Particulier Montreal

4 out of 5
980 Boul. De Maisonneuve West, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $242 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $242
CA $288 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,175 reviews)
"Amazing left me alone and very clean"

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Le St Martin Hotel Particulier Montreal
Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Montreal Centre

Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Montreal Centre

3 out of 5
50 René-Lévesque St. West, Montreal, QC
The price is CA $148 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $148
CA $176 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,512 reviews)
"I appreciate this location is in a central area in downtown Montreal. Very easy to get around the city thanks to the nearby metro."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

Travelodge Hotel by Wyndham Montreal Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Montreal

Latin Quarter featuring street scenes, a city and signage

Quartier des Spectacles

4/5(347 area reviews)

Great live music, charming cafes, and jazz venues are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.

Quartier des Spectacles
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

Golden Square Mile

Golden Square Mile is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City, and you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.

Golden Square Mile
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International District

While you're in International District, take in top sights like World Trade Center Montreal or The Underground City, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.

International District
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Chinatown

4/5(357 area reviews)

Take time in Chinatown to visit attractions like The Underground City and Saint Laurent Boulevard. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Place d'Armes Station to see more of the city.

Chinatown
Notre Dame Basilica featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views

Old Montreal

4.5/5(1,060 area reviews)

Explore preserved colonial mansions and cobbled streets, while visiting notable sites like Notre-Dame Basilica and Bonsecours Market. Easily accessible, enjoy waterfront dining at Les Terrasses de la Marina and convenient supermarket options.

Old Montreal
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Griffintown

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.

Griffintown


Downtown Montreal

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