Hôtel William Gray

"Turn a corner on a narrow cobblestone street in Old Montreal and you'll fall upon the William Gray, an unassuming hotel pulling in an international crowd of travelers in-the-know. Walk in to find the most stylish temporary home you could ever imagine. Freshly built inside a historic building, the hotel has an irregularly shaped lobby with exposed concrete beams, twinkling light fixtures, tall barn-wood tables with leather stools, and a smattering of guests pitter-pattering away on laptops. It's like a real living space. The deluxe suite is decadently roomy, with a gorgeous mustard wingback armchair, French doors leading out to a small balcony, and a bathtub in addition to the multi-jet rain shower. The William Gray is a mix of playground and workplace, with little nooks for anything you want to do, a thorough dedication to local artisans and goods, and comfortable rooms." - Isa Tousignant, Todd Plummer

"Hotel William Gray blends modern decor with historical elements in its 18th-century buildings. It features a central library bar, a luxurious spa, and rooms adorned with local art. The hotel offers a lively atmosphere and great views from the rooftop terrace." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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"Set the scene.Turn a corner on a narrow cobblestone street in Old Montreal, and you'll fall upon this unassuming hotel, which is marked by a discreet sign. Walk in to find the most stylish temporary home you could imagine. Inside, the William Gray has an irregularly shaped lobby with exposed concrete beams, twinkling hanging light fixtures, tall barn-wood tables with leather stools, and a smattering of guests pitter-pattering away on laptops. It's like a real living space. Who else is there?So far it's drawn an international crowd of in-the-know travelers. With great work facilities—meeting room, comfortable laptop spots, Wi-Fi—and great design, it attracts lots of young professionals. Given the choice, what room should we be staying in?The deluxe suite is decadently roomy, with a gorgeous mustard wingback armchair, French doors leading out to a small balcony, and a bathtub in addition to the multi-jet rain shower. Most importantly: the Wi-Fi. How is it?The Wi-Fi is strong and free. What about the dining scene?The William Gray has some of the best hotel dining options in town: Maggie Oakes, a rooftop bar, and Café Olimpico for a caffeine fix. Did you have a favorite place to hang out during your stay?The rooftop garden is perfect for a quick drink with a colleague; the vibe is celebratory and the view of Old Montreal reaches from the Jacques-Cartier Bridge to the Lachine Canal. What sets this one apart from other hotels in Montreal?The William Gray is a mix of playground and workplace, with little nooks for anything you want to do, a thorough dedication to local artisans and goods, and comfortable rooms." - Isa Tousignant

"There’s no place in North America with more historic character than Old Montreal — which means that a design hotel like the William Gray, made from a pair of 18th-century heritage buildings and a contemporary addition, gets maximum impact from its stylistic contrast. Once you’re inside the modern section, with its soaring glass atrium, it’s clear that you’re in for a 21st-century luxury-boutique experience." - Mark Fedeli