Plateau Mont-Royal

Montreal

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Plateau Mont-Royal which includes outdoor art
Plateau Mont Royal which includes heritage elements
Plateau Mont Royal featuring street scenes
Plateau Mont Royal which includes street scenes, a house and outdoor art

Home to artists, students and bohemians of all types, this borough is Montreal’s creative and countercultural haven.

The northeastern borough of Plateau-Mont-Royal is the most densely populated in Montreal. It is typically recognized as the liveliest and the “coolest.” Artists and students dominate this neighborhood, home to the city’s edgiest coffee shops, boutiques, bars and galleries.

Plateau-Mont-Royal is named after the flat region to the northeast of Mount Royal, the hill in the center of the island of Montreal. This borough consists mostly of heritage, low-level townhouses which are often brightly colored and ornate. Inspect the Victorian houses around Saint-Louis Square for some of the best examples.

The neighborhood of Mile End is one of the most famous parts of Plateau-Mont-Royal. A haven for creative people of all kinds, Mile End has produced many of Montreal’s world-famous artists. Actor William Shatner grew up in Mile End, and it served as the headquarters for famed indie rock band, Arcade Fire. Many consider Mile End the center of Montreal’s indie rock scene.

Part of Plateau-Mont-Royal is known as the “McGill Ghetto” due to the high concentration of McGill University students who take advantage of the area’s cheap apartments. The student population of the area adds to its countercultural reputation.

Most of the houses in the borough lack yards so on nice days crowds of Plateau-Mont-Royal residents escape to La Fontaine Park, the largest park in the area. Take a bike ride along the paths toward the park’s northern end. Cool your feet in the wading pools and discreetly observe the neighborhood’s hippest residents relaxing in the grass.

When it’s time to eat, Plateau-Mont-Royal has plenty of distinctive cuisine available. One place that simply can’t be missed is Schwartz’s Deli. This 80-year-old institution is the best place to sample a Montreal delicacy: smoked meat sandwiches. The heavily marinated roast is like nothing you’ll find outside the city.

Several metro and bus stops lie along Saint-Denis Street in the southern part of Plateau-Mont-Royal. If you are driving, parking can be scarce.


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Plateau Mont-Royal Hotel Deals

L'Appartement Hotel

L'Appartement Hotel

3 out of 5
455, Sherbrooke West, Montreal, QC
$152 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$181 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,829 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay in Montreal. Excellent downtown location close to restaurants, shopping, and a grocery store around the corner. We really liked having a full kitchen in our suite and our kids loved the pool. Breakfast had lots of options for everyone. This hotel is very good value. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

L'Appartement Hotel
Casa Bella Hotel

Casa Bella Hotel

2 out of 5
264, Sherbrooke West, Montreal, QC
$79 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$95 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Bell ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"I would stay here again, the room was clean, the staff was super, air conditioning was sporadic but we didn’t have any problems embracing the experience- we were 2 late 60’s females travelling alone and we never felt unsafe. The beds were incredibly comfortable- the decor was old fashioned but that ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Casa Bella Hotel
Boulevard Suites - M11

Boulevard Suites - M11

2 out of 5
3724 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC
$154 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$183 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Notre Dame Basilica and Bell Centre are located ...
6.8/10 (27 reviews)
"Very spacious residence in a prime location, property manager was very communicative and accomodating."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Boulevard Suites - M11
Hotel de Paris

Hotel de Paris

3 out of 5
901 Sherbrooke East, Montreal, QC
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,485 reviews)
"Great location close to the subway and food spots. Hotel was clean and and comfortable."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Hotel de Paris
Hotel de l'ITHQ

Hotel de l'ITHQ

4 out of 5
3535, rue Saint-Denis, Montreal, QC
$181 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$215 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
"Clean and spacious hotel. Breakfast was great. View from hotel is beautiful. Staff is very friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Hotel de l'ITHQ
Parc Avenue Residence Mile End

Parc Avenue Residence Mile End

4 out of 5
5677 Parc Avenue, Montreal, QC
$221 nightly
The price is $263 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$263 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
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Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
7.4/10 Good! (258 reviews)
"Staff need to be friendly need to learn customer service"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Parc Avenue Residence Mile End
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Other neighborhoods around Plateau Mont-Royal

Mile End showing signage

Mile End

You'll enjoy the churches and coffeehouses in Mile End. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Laurent Boulevard or Saint Denis Street.

Mile End
Gay Village which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and cafe lifestyle

The Village

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

St. Catherine Street transforms into a lively pedestrian mall during summer, offering outdoor terraces at numerous bars and restaurants. Easily accessible via Beaudry and Papineau metro stations, the area boasts vibrant rainbow pillars at Beaudry station's entrance.

The Village
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Quartier des Spectacles

4/5(210 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
Downtown Montreal featuring a city, a square or plaza and art

Downtown Montreal

4.5/5(3,189 area reviews)

Central business district with numerous skyscrapers, Downtown Montreal offers an underground mall, high-end retail stores, and various museums. Enjoy convenient transport options, including Central Station and Montreal Metro.

Downtown Montreal
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Outremont

Outremont is well-liked for its churches and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Laurier Avenue and Outremont Theatre are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Edouard Montpetit Station or Outremont Station to get around.

Outremont
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Chinatown

4/5(199 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


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