Auberge du Vieux-Port
"The location is pretty striking. Can you tell us a bit more about the site?Auberge du Vieux-Port is the only hotel on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, and it's set a few feet from where Montreal was actually founded. With its 18th-century buildings and cobblestones, rue de la Commune feels like the Rive Droite in Paris—except instead of a rivulet, the water is the size of a sea. From this spot on the waterfront, you'll be perfectly positioned for a long walk westward from Old Montreal along the Lachine Canal to the Atwater Market in St-Henri. If we have the option, what room should we go for?Pick a Deluxe Queen room, which overlooks the St. Lawrence River. The decor has a loft vibe, thanks to the bamboo floor, exposed brick or stone wall, and large windows you can open. Given that we're on the waterfront, there must be a great view.In summer, the International des Feux festival sets off fireworks over the St. Lawrence. This is the perfect place to watch—either from your room or from the rooftop terrace. For first thing in the morning, we've heard they've got us covered.A la carte breakfast is included with all stays; enjoy it in your room, on the street-level terrace, or in a leather banquette at Taverne Gaspar. For a particular splurge, where should we go?Try the water treatments at Bota-Bota, the spa across the street, which is built into a moored boat. Give us the highlights: When, and why, should a visitor to Montreal stay here?Because of its location—facing the St-Lawrence River and the Old Port—nothing beats watching summer fireworks from Terrasse sur l’Auberge up on the roof." - Isa Tousignant
