We had a mixed experience working with this company to plan our wedding at their Salon Richmond,…read moreand felt it was important to share. On the positive side, the space is stunning and the food was excellent - both were highlights for us. However, our experience on the planning side raised several concerns. Communication and expectations were unclear from the outset. We initially believed we would be working with one team member, but later learned that a different person would be managing our wedding, which was not clearly communicated and created confusion early on. Throughout the process, we found the planner's approach to be rigid and not particularly collaborative. We were open to guidance, but often felt that our preferences were dismissed in favor of doing things a specific way. During our tasting, for example, some of our menu selections (chosen directly from the venue's own offerings) were criticized as not being "classy" or "elegant," which felt inappropriate and unnecessarily condescending. There were also multiple instances that felt unprofessional, including meetings starting late and recurring interruptions during scheduled time together. We also encountered a significant issue regarding payment transparency for a vendor booked through the venue. A deposit we paid was invoiced as a payment toward the band, but was not fully applied as such, and this was not disclosed at the time of payment. The matter was only resolved after escalation. While it is clear that the team is capable of executing events, our experience did not reflect the level of professionalism, transparency, or care that is essential when planning a wedding. A wedding is not just another event, and the planning process requires a level of respect, communication, and client focus that we did not consistently experience here. Due to these concerns, we ultimately chose to move forward with a different venue, as we did not feel confident continuing with the planning process. Based on our experience, we would not recommend this venue for weddings. Couples should proceed with caution and ensure they have a clear, documented understanding of vendor payments, responsibilities, and expectations before committing!

Attended a Sikh wedding and reception here. Absolutely beautiful and a space that can be versatile…read morebased on your needs!

This restaurant was amazing the food the M. the service was all top-notch one of the oldest inns in…read moreNorth America. We were not into fondue that night, but we could see by the many people around us. They were enjoying it to say the least. For a real Montreal experience I highly recommend this restaurant.

This is a tourist trap. It's super expensive and so not worth the price. The menus were ripped…read more The waitress immediately offered still or sparkling water but not tap. Right off the bat you know you're going to get hosed with that pushy nonsense. The fondue was really good but super pricey! $88 for two people and it's just cheese and bread. The steak was good but it came with some giant ball of butter on top. The ambiance is cool in that it's a super old building so there's history but it's definitely dark and some weird decor such as the two giant moose bodies with no heads. The bathroom sink was like a kitchen sink and faucet. I just feel they don't try because they know tourists will eat here like we did.

Really enjoyed our visit. The atmosphere is what makes this place special--it feels like working or…read morerelaxing in a beautiful historic library rather than a typical café. The space is spacious, quiet, and has a great vibe. The Wi-Fi also seemed fast, making it a great spot to get some work done. I had the flat white, and my wife had a decaf coffee. We enjoyed both. Definitely worth a visit whether you're looking for a good coffee or a unique place to spend an hour.

This is very much a spot to visit once in a lifetime, at least during their cafe hours…read more I came in at around 10:30am on a Saturday and the queues were already approaching the door. Looking around, the decor and layout was so beautiful. I thought, ok there are many people here so the drinks and offerings must be amazing. Once I ordered and got my brown sugar oat latte, I realized that it was just a plain old latte. Although the interior is absolutely stunning, their drinks are just fine and the crowds are too darn big. There are numerous places in Montreal that have great coffee with a significantly shorter wait time.

Every time I visit Montreal, the Phi Centre has some kind of interesting exhibit. The PHI Centre…read morewas developed to be at the intersection of art, film, music, design and technology. Through eclectic programming and a strong emphasis on content creation, the PHI Centre fosters unexpected encounters between artists and audiences. I have been there for virtual reality expositions, panel discussions about relevant topics, and visual art exhibits. Anyone can rent a space and present their artistry at the PHI Centre. A nice stage for different art forms for all to enjoy.

Went for Art, Unframed, did Pathway 3 which included: *…read moreHorizons VR * Marco Brambilla: Heaven's Gate Pretty good in the VR; rooms could be more unique and seperateseparatedd, also a separate communal room to relax between VR experiences would be great to decompress and reset.

Love tequila? Looking for a speakeasy while in Montreal? We've got you covered! Clandestino is a…read moretequila bar hidden beneath the hopping restaurant upstairs. Head through the hidden door, into a hallway and down some very dark stairs and you'll find yourself an intimate spot for some tequila cocktails. We both loved our drinks. CL got a couple but his favorite was the Ocho which had cacao and mole, to make for a "damn good" cocktail. I had the Passion Amarga, which was also delicious. We loved the vibe, it felt like being in a friends living room, with the furniture and the music was at a perfect level. The service was wonderful. The staff really helped us with picking out the perfect cocktails. Stop in here if you are in the area, you won't be disappointed! Lentz_explore

Best service and amazing drinks. Very friendly bartenders and a place where I felt at home. These…read moreguys made my drinks at the blink of an eyes and they were killer. Recommend 10/10

Beautiful hotel in old Montreal. Very walkable to nearby restaurants and sights. We had an alcove…read moreroom which was very spacious. They also had Le Labo Santal 33 toiletries (swoon!) , Nespresso machine, and nearby Cafe Olimpic and Maggi Oaks restaurant to grab coffee or a bite to eat. Unfortunately while we were here there was loud early morning construction that disturbed our sleep. We were on the third floor so perhaps ask for a higher floor.

The room was comfortable and location was good however it was too expensive for the services…read morepromised. Upon arrival we were told about the evening "turn down service"- which we never received! Room cleaning was substandard and wasn't completed until 5pm. I expected better!

I stayed here using the Amex FH&R $300 credit over Christmas and it was pretty empty. There wasn't…read moremuch going on since it was Christmas and everything was closed. But it's definitely in a good location, walkable to Old Montreal. I booked the Mega Guest Room, which was very spacious and came with a bathtub in an open bathroom layout. The FH&R benefit also comes with free breakfast and a $100 property credit, which we used to dine at the hotel restaurant (see my Restaurant Tbsp. review). Rather than a buffet breakfast, we got up to $50 credit per person and ordered à la carte. Overall, the service was great and the room was clean and spacious. Definitely a good use of the Amex FH&R benefit.

Incredible hotel! I was fortunate enough to be upgraded with my platinum status, so the room I was…read morein was huge and wonderful. I loved the double vanity sink, massive shower, and separate big bathtub. The separate couch and desk area blocked off from the bedroom with the tv columns was a lovely touch to be able to work all day and not be tempted to crawl back into bed :) Service was incredible, from check in to check out. The woman that checked me was seriously sweet and hospitable, I wish I had gotten her name.

Previously St. Joseph's Church, the building became a venue for social events. After seeing…read morepictures online, I wanted to see its interior. Then, Harry Potter Yule Ball from the Wizarding World was held here, so I jumped on the occasion to assist to the event. It was a magical experience as this venue was perfect for it.

This place is amazing. Great exhibitions, wonderful staff, revolutionary museum. Keep it up 1001!read more

Beautiful updated clean hotel with lovely staff, comfortable beds and quick friendly service. The…read moreyoga mats in the rooms were an added bonus especially after long flights or travel. It is very centrally located in Old Montreal yet it offer peace and quiet with no extra noise from the outside streets. Highly recommended for a wonderful stay.

"The drummers and jugglers in Montreal Don't even exist at…read moreall" (Rufus Wainwright) One of Nelligan's greatest attributes is its location. This grand hotel is squarely located between the Old Port and Old Montreal neighborhoods, so you literally have hundreds of cool places to visit or dine at within minutes. The Nelligan is an old hotel in an old city, so if you're expecting something like a Marriott in a suburban location, you'll be greatly disappointed. In the mid 1800's, the current Nelligan hotel was once four separate historic buildings that over the years contained a warehouse, grocery store, paper company and pharmaceutical store. In 2002, these various structures were rebuilt, refined, updated, and joined together to launch the new Hotel Nelligan. Walking around the hotel and trying to find your room number can be adventurous because we encountered numerous small staircases in the corridors. To go from our room to the elevator, we had to go up one small staircase, make a few lefts and rights in a hallway, and then down a second small staircase to the hallway with the elevators. And since I mentioned the subject of room numbers, that turned out to be a real thorny issue, because on check-in day, the signs directing us to room 323 brought us nowhere near room 323. The signs were wrong. We found a chambermaid who told us "the signs are wrong" and escorted us on a long circuitous walk to our room. The next day printed "corrections" to the room number signs had been tacked up. Another issue we encountered (although it sure wasn't the hotel's fault) was the construction on St. Paul West that effectively closed the street and vehicle access to the hotel. The street was totally torn up from curb to curb by heavy equipment and there were plywood walls defining the very narrow sidewalks up and down lower St. Paul West including the hotel entrances. There were also plywood sheets atop the torn-up sidewalks. Walking down the narrow sidewalk with suitcases was nearly impossible. When we drove up to check in, of course the street was closed, but there are some very helpful valets who have cones and markers set up on the corner of St. Paul and St. Sulpice. They were fantastic and let us park there while we walked to the hotel with our luggage and checked in with the front desk and the hotel valet station. Truth is, every hotel employee we interacted with was FIVE STAR FANTASTIC to deal with. Our room was pretty big with a cool stone wall. The satellite reception and WIFI worked well, the bed was comfy, and the big bathroom was great, with a huge rainfall shower and good pressure and temperature. So, as long as you can anticipate the traffic and access problems, and take everything else with a grain of salt, you can really enjoy your stay here at a very cool old-school hotel..