Family-friendly hotels in Montréal
Hotel Accommodations
Been saving up for a fun family getaway? Montréal’s always there with a warm welcome, plus awesome four-season experiences for everyone, whether you’re in the mood for festivals, attractions, museums, exhibitions, professional sports or general streetside exploring. And that’s not to mention our mouth-watering food scene! To help you pick the best place for you and your crew to stay—whether you’re on budget or will be splurging—we’ve put together a list of some family-friendly hotels in the city.
Old Montréal
History, architecture and culture are just some of what Montréal’s old city has going for it. Explore fun like a zip line (even in winter), street performers, the Montréal Science Centre, an IMAX theatre, rappelling, cruises and more. There’s all that, but most important, here’s where you can stay while getting in on the action:
Hôtel Hyatt Centric Montréal
Offering gorgeous views of Canada’s first railway station on historic Place Viger, the Hyatt Centric in Old Montréal will wow your people with its chic/comfy interior, proximity to the oodles of fun and attractions in the Old Port, indoor parking and onsite restaurant, plus outdoor pool in warmer weather.
621 Notre-Dame Street East
Auberge du Vieux-Port
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the old city while relaxing in the AVP’s luxe surroundings. Some of the sophisticated rooms can sleep up to three—and connect with more rooms. Designer bath products, plush bathrobes and linens, Nespresso coffee maker plus an array of other amenities and services like childcare on arrangement give it that next-level attentiveness.
97 De la Commune Street East
Hôtel Gault
Splurge on this noteworthy Old Montréal property and enjoy stunning apartments with kitchenette, living room and workspace that give everyone a little room to relax in. Slumber in dreamy king and queen beds, sip Nespresso, enjoy state-of-the art tech and amenities, plus delicious breakfast at its in-house Gault restaurant.
449 Sainte-Hélène Street
Hôtel Place d’Armes
Let everyone enjoy a little ooh-la-la in this luxury establishment where kids under 12 stay for free. Enjoy breakfast at the Brasserie 701 (or order it up!), Nespresso, jetted tubs and the traditional hammam at its onsite Rainspa. The Place d’Armes also just received a prestigious Clef Michelin for offering an outstanding hotel experience.
55 Saint-Jacques Street West
Hôtel Nelligan
Everyone will be down with these deluxe Old Montréal digs. Book spacious suites with Jacuzzi in bathroom, enjoy free Wi-Fi, the mouthwatering modern Greek cuisine of its Mama C restaurant, and proximity to galleries, shopping and fun of the harbour.
106 Saint-Paul Street West
Hôtel William Gray
If your kids are aesthetes, the curated and contemporary William Gray will wow them (and you) with its charms. It boasts an amazing in-house restaurant, the cool OTH boutique, fitness centre and spa, rooftop terraces and green courtyards. The fun also includes its Living Room with pool table and vinyl collection as well as loads of the latest tech perks, and cribs and essentials if you’re travelling with baby.
421 Saint-Vincent Street
Le Petit Hôtel
What do you say to a family-friendly XL room that can accommodate 4 or more people with king size bed, futon, rollaway bed, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, Nintendo Wii and babysitting services? A big yes? This historic property also features European continental-style breakfast and an onsite coffee counter open 24/7.
168 Saint-Paul Street West
Le Saint-Sulpice
Families get to slumber in high style in this beautiful 4 Diamond property. Oskar, its on-site restaurant (with outdoor dining) shines the spotlight on local products, while kitchenettes come with mini-fridge and microwave, a handy alternative when the little guys get hungry. Cribs are also available for your little ones, plus it offers babysitting services. The beautiful Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal is a mere hop and skip away.
414 Saint-Sulpice Street
Le Westin Montréal
This upscale property is situated between Old Montréal and the Quartier international, and keeps you close to everything: attractions, restaurants, historic sites, shopping and more. Besides all the swishy touches, you can bring along your furry people, work out at its fitness studio and dine at the inhouse farm-to-table gaZette restaurant. That is, if you can ever get the kids out of the pool…
270 Saint-Antoine Street West
Downtown
Like to be at the heart of the action? Montréal’s downtown hotels are for you. Festivals, shopping, museums, restaurants, people galore and so much more will keep you and the kids hopping and bopping through your vacation.
Hôtel Honeyrose Montréal
Is yours a family of beauty and culture lovers? Then you’ll appreciate the vintage/modern vibe and warm rose and gold tones of the recently-built Honeyrose. This beautiful boutique hotel offers rooms with two queen beds, an indoor pool, hot tub, dry sauna, its Commodore restaurant and café and more. Plus, it’s steps away (literally) from the Quartier des spectacles’ fun and entertainment.
355 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West
Sofitel Montréal Le Carré Doré
Parents love the Sofitel for its family-focused attentiveness: 50 family rooms and 26 connecting rooms, babysitting services, free WiFi and its onsite Le Renoir restaurant. Step out the front of this elegant, eco-certified hotel to museums, galleries and shopping. In the back? The beautiful Mount Royal, ideal for a nature escape with the kids. It’s also pet-friendly.
1155 Sherbrooke Street West
Château Versailles
This four-floor walk-up keeps everything cozy, plus it lets you bring along pets (because they deserve a vacation too!). Each morning, the whole fam can feast on delicious buffet breakfasts before charting its course for a fun-filled Montréal experience.
1659 Sherbrooke Street West
DoubleTree par Hilton Montréal
What’s not to love about this sleek and stylish hotel at the heart of the Quartier des spectacles and its bounty of entertainment? Its family suites come with a 55-inch TV, a mini-fridge and a walk-in shower. Its restaurant Bivouac showcases Québec terroir products, with summertime on the terrace and wintertime under festive heated outdoor domes. Pet-friendly rooms, free WiFi and an indoor pool will have everyone diving into the fun. It also offers La Lune Sitters (professional nanny services) for date nights.
1255 Jeanne-Mance Street
Hôtel Bonaventure
Not only is there an outdoor pool heated year-round and supervised by lifeguards, but this hotel offers a special lunch and dinner selection for children under 12 years old (room and restaurant service), free WiFi, hot tub, sauna, spacious rooms and suites that can sleep up to six, plus cribs and foam mattresses . Parents can enjoy the relaxing massage treatments of Mia Spa too.
900 De La Gauchetière Street West
Hôtel Monville
A pet-friendly policy, charging stations, 24/7 gym and a grab-and-go resto are just some of the goodies that this hotel offers its patrons. Everyone will appreciate the fast, free Wi-Fi, while parents can save on time with online check-in/-out and de-stress with a cup of Nespresso. Ahhhh!
1041 De Bleury Street
Le Nouvel Hôtel
This cozy Shaughnessy Village property keeps you plugged in to Montréal’s urban scene and architecture (it’s steps away from the Canadian Centre for Architecture) as well as excellent izakayas. It features kitchenettes, an onsite restaurant, outdoor pool and sweet outdoor terrace where everyone can chill in warmer weather.
1740 René-Lévesque Blvd. West
Hôtel Le Centre Sheraton Montréal
This recently-renovated hotel has a lot going for it: indoor heated pool for the kids, spa and hot tub for you, Stanley, its new inhouse restaurant and prime location downtown, near the Bell Centre. And it welcomes pets, meaning barking boos can travel with you.
1201 René-Lévesque Blvd. West
Hyatt Place Montréal Centre-ville
This chic and cozy property near the Gay Village and the Quartier des spectacles gives you the pulse of the city’s entertainment scene and all those festivals, not to mention great restaurants and shopping. Unwind from your busy day with a delicious meal at Bistro, its in-house restaurant or dip in its indoor pool. It also has a fitness centre, and fur babies are welcome!
1415 Saint-Hubert Street
L’Appartement-Hôtel
This sensible, low-fuss (who needs fuss?) option at the heart of downtown lets you bring your pets, dine in thanks to kitchenettes, enjoy free continental brekkies, plus frolic in its indoor rooftop pool. Seriously soak-upable downtown views! Babysitting services are also available for a fee.
455 Sherbrooke Street West
Hôtel Zéro 1
If you are urbanist at heart, you’ll love the crisp and chic feel to this hotel, which not only enjoys an excellent Quartier des spectacles-adjacent location, but is next to two subway lines. An in-house restaurant, kitchenettes and welcoming of pets make this a choice to keep on your radar. Its indoor courtyard and panoramic terrace on the fifth floor are also bright features.
1 René-Lévesque Blvd. East
Hôtel Hampton Centre-ville Montréal
Right at the entrance to Chinatown and close to Old Montréal, this hotel offers rooms with kitchenettes, a superb rooftop terrace and outdoor pool during warm temps, plus it has a pet-friendly policy. Free hot breakfasts will help you get your day off to a healthy start!
985 Saint-Laurent Blvd.
Hôtel Le Cantlie Suites
With a prime location of downtown Montréal in all its glory, outdoor rooftop pool and sundeck – awesome views of the city! – plus two inhouse restaurants, Le Cantlie is a definite contender. Some rooms come with kitchenettes, which are great for when you just want to stay in, pets are welcome, plus it’s got a gym and a 24-hour laundry room.
1110 Sherbrooke Street West
Fairmont Le Reine Elizabeth
Splish and splash at the iconic Queen E’s indoor pool, check out the gourmet goodies at its urban market for on-the-spot and take-home edible treats. Its beautiful Rosélys restaurant will satisfy all cravings, while its Moment Spa and wellness centre will also come to the rescue. Some of its spacious suites offer kitchen facilities, plus pets are welcome.
900 René-Lévesque Blvd. West
Hôtel Travelodge Montréal Centre
Featuring economy bunk bed rooms, this hotel is just the right fit for families on a budget who still want to be at the heart of the action. Free continental breakfast, Wi-Fi and 24-hour desk service are just some of the many perks.
50 René-Lévesque Blvd. West
Le Mount Stephen
Families indulging in this ultra-swish downtown property get to enjoy, among the many amazing amenities, spacious rooms with two queen beds, Nespresso gourmet coffee makers, an onsite spa and restaurant and floor-to-ceiling windows. Fido can tag along too!
1440 Drummond Street
Rebecca Sellers
Hailing originally from the big country skies of Manitoba, Rebecca adopted Montréal over 20 years ago after living in Québec City and France as a student. When she is not writing, translating or teaching English, she can be found pedaling the city’s bike paths, strolling the streets in search of hidden gems, and striking up conversations with local merchants, creators and folks in the neighbourhood.