The Village

Montreal

Gay Village which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and cafe lifestyle
Gay Village which includes outdoor eating, signage and street scenes
Gay Village which includes a city, street scenes and signage
The Village showing a bar, a city and street scenes
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Eat, drink and party in this lively center of Montréal’s cuisine and nightlife. See why the city’s gay district is thought to be one of the largest in the world.

Also known as the Gay Village, this area north of the Quartier Latin is so LGBT-friendly that even its metro station has rainbow pillars. Although the Village is the epicenter of Montreal’s gay scene, just about anyone would enjoy the festive atmosphere. Due to low rents, a young population and a high density of cafés, restaurants, bars and clubs, the Village is one of Montréal’s most exciting areas.

The Village is centered on St. Catherine Street. From June through September, this street is closed to traffic, so the whole neighborhood feels like a vast plaza. Walk along St. Catherine Street and notice the professional street art lining the façades. On a sunny day, sit out on one of the many restaurant terraces for a cup of coffee and watch the fashionable crowds.

There are hundreds of restaurants to choose from in the Village, each of those varying in uniqueness and popularity. You can get anything from a cheap dinner, in a bistro with in-house DJ, to a pricier meal based on the nouveau-French cuisine in an elegant décor.

Most locals hit the bars at just before midnight, which is a good time to hop around between the many different nightlife options. Catch a cabaret show performed by the Village’s most flamboyant drag queens. If you rather have a chat over a cocktail, visit one of the many gay bars in the area. And, if you are enjoying yourself, party until the next morning at a late-night dance club.

The best time to visit the Village is during one of its famous week-long parties. Divers/Cité is the neighborhood’s spectacular annual festival, which lasts a week between July and August. It culminates with the gay pride parade. Watch Mascara, the world’s largest drag show, which takes place during this festival. Black and Blue is a week-long series of big techno parties during Canadian Thanksgiving throughout various venues in both the Village and other parts of Montreal. Get tickets for these festivals in advance, because they are world-renowned, and fill up fast.


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The Village Hotel Deals

Hotel St André

Hotel St André

2.5 out of 5
1285 Rue St-Andre, Montreal, QC
The price is $92 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$92 total
per night
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Old Port of Montreal and Notre Dame Basilica are ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"You get what you pay for. The room needed minor maintenance, but was perfect for a two-night stay. The staff were attentive and friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

4 out of 5
900 rue De La Gauchetiere West, Montreal, QC
The price is $183 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$183 total
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,591 reviews)
"Pros: Rooms were clean, beds were comfortable, internet access was great, the swimming pool had a great vibe (although very busy the Tuesday we most recently stayed), the bell boys and the front desk staff were kind and helpful. The location is perfect walking distance from so much around you to ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Radisson Hotel Montreal Airport

Radisson Hotel Montreal Airport

3.5 out of 5
6500 Côte de Liesse, Montreal, QC
The price is $93 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$93 total
per night
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (1,027 reviews)
"Cozy and warm"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Radisson Hotel Montreal Airport
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth

4.5 out of 5
900 Boulevard Rene Levesque West, Montreal, QC
The price is $331 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$331 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"All was good…"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

3.5 out of 5
1240 Drummond Street, Montreal, QC
The price is $123 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$123 total
per night
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,123 reviews)
"We Stay here when we go to Montreal love the location and everyone one there are awesome"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

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Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

4.5 out of 5
1050 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC
The price is $193 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$193 total
per night
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,833 reviews)
"I like the ambiance of the hotel. The service is excellent as well. I will definitely use this hotel on my future vacation. Thank you."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
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