Montreal invites you to spend a night or two in several outstanding new accommodations. Among them is Hotel William Gray, a luxury property overlooking Place Jacques-Cartier in the heart of the historic district. The eco-friendly boutique Renaissance Montreal Downtown Hotel occupies prime real estate just steps from Phillips Square and Christ Church Cathedral.
Daytime activities include a visit to the new home of the Museum of Jewish Montreal on St. Laurent Boulevard near Duluth Avenue, housed in a former clothing factory where many members of the city’s early Jewish community once worked. At the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion for Peace will open with an exhibition by American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe on display through Jan. 22, 2017.
When exploring the city’s latest hotels, you won’t go to bed hungry. New dining options include Moleskine, known for its wood-fired pizzas, and Arthurs Nosh Bar, the city’s recent Jewish restaurant that highlights smoked fish, carefully selected wines and herbs grown in the restaurant’s own garden. Inspired by New York’s Russ & Daughters, owners Raegan Steinberg and Alex Cohen also serve coffee from the trendy 49th Parallel. Celebrity Portuguese chef Helene Loureiro continues to attract diners at her relocated restaurant, Portus Calle, now on the 30th and 31st floors of the former Tour de Ville. The venue’s 360-degree rotation system ensures sweeping city views from appetizer to dessert.
Whether you’re drawn by boutique style, cultural attractions or inventive dining, Montreal’s new hotels and restaurants offer a fresh way to experience the city. From historic districts to contemporary culinary spots and museum exhibitions, these recent additions make it easy to enjoy both the sights and flavors of Montreal in comfort and style.