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W MontrealvsHotel Place d'Armes Old Montreal

Both properties are rated very highly by writers. Overall, W Montreal scores marginally higher than Hotel Place d'Armes. W Montreal has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 11 reviewers such as Oyster, Fodor's and Frommer's.

W Montreal
8/10
901 Victoria Square, Montreal, Quebec H2Z 1R1 , Canada
From $193/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Otto, the restaurant, was an instant trend when it opened with the hotel in 2004, with seashell-studded banquettes as uncomfortable and cute as Jimmy Choos."
Fodor's Fodor's
"You'd never suspect it was decade old after walking through its whooshing sliding doors: upon entry, guests see a cubic water fountain and glowing red walls throughout the lobby." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Montreal’s reputation as a city of style is getting another boost with the newly minted W Montreal." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In Montreal, this is about as close to Las Vegas as you can get without jumping on a plane, and with the latest multi-million dollar redesign repeat guests will be satisfied." Full review
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Light sleepers should request a room on a high, high floor or risk bedding down with booming bass lines till the wee hours.
BlackBook BlackBook
"You can always count on the W to provide you with a chi-chi yet serene suite. Every imaginable amenity at the tip of your perfectly manicured pinkie."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A popular destination for couples and party weekends, including bachelor and bachelorette celebrations." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Housed in a bank building from the 1950s, the W’s austere exterior hides a bold, brash, ultra-hip interior rich in contemporary design with a pleasingly high level of attention to detail." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Housed behind the unassuming yet historic façade of an old Bank of Canada building, the W Hotel’s bold design, flawless service, vibrant bars and central location make it the ideal Montreal basecamp." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"W Hotel’s avant-garde design lands in Montréal."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
"W Montréal brings an energetic, youthful edge to the hotel scene in one of Canada’s oldest cities." Full review
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Hotel Place d'Armes Old Montreal
8/10
55 Saint-Jacques W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 3X2, Canada
From $141/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's 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 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 Jetsetter
"19th-century architectural landmark turned contemporary boutique hotel, with two restaurants, a rooftop lounge, and a top-notch spa." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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 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 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 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 BlackBook
"Oh, the glamor! You may want to keep your shades on 24/7 at this socialista destination extraordinaire."
Star Service 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 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.
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