Hotel Le St-JamesvsHotel Place d'Armes Old Montreal
Both Hotel Le St-James and Hotel Place d'Armes are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Le St-James ranks slightly higher than Hotel Place d'Armes. Hotel Le St-James ranks #4 in Montreal with positive reviews from 14 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Le St-James Show All Reviews
355 St-Jacques, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1N9, Canada
From $285/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"This restored fin-de-siècle hôtel particulier set a new standard for boutique luxury when it opened in 2002 in Old Montréal."
Fodor's
"Rock royalty frequents this lavishly furnished luxury hotel, which has also pampered European nobility, the business elite, and Hollywood moguls who appreciate the splendor." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Stepping into the St-James feels like stepping back into a genteel, Gilded Age manse." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This renovated 1870 building provides visitors with elegant surroundings. Conference facilities, a spa and other touches make one feel pampered."
Star Service
"It is also one of the city's finest examples of deluxe hostelry. In fact, this exceptional independent is considered the Ritz-Carlton's only serious competition." Full review
Gayot
"Brimming with antiques, objets d'art, French tapestries and fine art, Hotel Le St-James is an exercise in opulence."
BlackBook
"A dash of Rococo and a lot of rock ‘n’ roll, baby! If it’s good enough for Madonna and the Rolling Stones, it might just be good enough for you."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"At the majestic Hotel Le St-James, each room and suite is individually decorated with antiques and art." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Welcoming boutique hotel with classic style that attracts both tourists and celebrities... musicians performing at the many nearby music venues." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"European-style hotel in an ornately restored 19th-century bank building in the charming old section of the city." Full review
Hotel Place d'Armes Old Montreal Show All Reviews
55 Saint-Jacques W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 3X2, Canada
From $141/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Three adjoining buildings make up this romantic hotel, with their elaborate architectural details of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in abundant evidence." Full review
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Ask for a bright room if you prefer lots of sun.
Fodor's
"Three splendidly ornate commercial buildings dating from the Victorian era were merged to create Old Montréal's largest boutique hotel, pleasing jetsetters and business execs alike." Full review
Jetsetter
"19th-century architectural landmark turned contemporary boutique hotel, with two restaurants, a rooftop lounge, and a top-notch spa." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Consisting of three combined 19th-century office towers, the hotel features boutique-style rooms that mix historic details from the buildings’ past... with sleek, contemporary interiors." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This captivating hotel represents the crowning glory of the Antonopoulos family of Québec, who preserved much of Vieux- Montréal’s heritage architecture."
Michelin Guide
"This charming boutique hotel is strategically located on Place d'Armes in the center of the ecclesiastic and financial district of Old Montreal."
Gayot
"Tucked into Old Montreal, between the history of the old port, the skyscrapers of downtown and the flair of Chinatown, are 135 refurbished luxury accommodations."
BlackBook
"Oh, the glamor! You may want to keep your shades on 24/7 at this socialista destination extraordinaire."
Star Service
"Comprised of three restored brick buildings, elegant meeting space, a well-regarded dining room and a small but well-equipped spa, this eclectic boutique-style hotel is one of the best in its league." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Handily situated two minutes from the subway, and at the junction of three of the city’s most popular tourist neighborhoods, the Hotel Place d’Armes makes for an easy, car-free vacation." Full review
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The Place d’Armes has an easy upgrade policy, so it’s worth asking for one upon check-in; most guests will get an upgrade on request, depending on availability.