The hotel’s location is a bit far from downtown Montreal, but it offers a glimpse into life outside tourist areas. The room was okay—though the bed was unstable and the bathroom not very clean. My first night was rough due to thin walls; I could hear guests checking in, noise from the lobby, and someone yelling on the phone at 3 a.m., which made it hard to rest after a long trip. The hotel’s architecture was nice, and housekeeping did make my bed daily.
Entry is by passcode, but the keypad failed often. One rainy evening, I struggled to get in for about five minutes before a receptionist let me in. She was rude and spoke to me in a condescending tone. I suspect it was because I had tried to pull the door in confusion. Afterward, she spoke in French to another employee and made fun of me, not knowing I understood since I went to French school.
I never got to try the continental breakfast—it was always gone before 9:30 a.m. Overall, if you’re on a tight budget and don’t mind a 15-minute walk to the metro and a 20-minute ride to downtown, this place could work. But next time, I’ll pay more for a more comfortable and welcoming stay.