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Our first stay at Atmosphere was enchanting from all points of view. Rooms are arranged with refinement and nothing disturbed our tranquillity. An accommodation not to be missed for a moderate price.
Atmosphère
1933 Panet
Montreal, Québec
H2L 3A1
Canada
Tél: 514-510-7976
www.atmospherebb.com
New York loft-style boutique hotel: dark wood, glass, mirrors and earth tones. A little self-consciously smart, it does, however, make a refreshing change from the usual soulless north American hotel/motel fodder. It’s also saved by its location in the downtown district with great views over the city. Around £100 per night for a double with breakfast.
2050 rue Mansfield
Tel: +849 2050
www.hotelgermain.com
For a taste of romantic Vieux Montreal, this is the place to stay. A converted 18th-century fur factory, the auberge’s huge rooms have thick stone walls, hardwood floors, marble baths and lots of antiques, and there’s an art gallery in the lobby. Atmospheric down to the freshly-baked croissants.
Rooms from C$115 a night
Rue St Paul
Tel: + 842 2634
www.lesanssoucy.com
If you like minimalism, this isn’t for you. The former Victorian bank specialises in over-the-top decadence. The Rolling Stones liked it so much they booked the whole hotel. Doubles from C$400.
355 rue St-Jacques
Tel: + 514 841 3111
www.hotellestjames.com
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