Montreal is the largest city in Quebec, known for its blend of European heritage and North American dynamism. Between Old Montreal with its cobblestone streets, Mount Royal, and a culinary and festival scene among the most active in the country, it can be visited just as well in the summer for its terraces and festivals as in the winter for its atmosphere and Christmas markets.
Type of trip
City, festivals, gastronomy
Ideal season
Summer, from June to September
Airport
Montreal-Trudeau (YUL)
See our review of the Ritz-Carlton Montreal
Hotel Review in Montreal
Montreal has dozens of hotels accessible with Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors or Amex Membership Rewards points. The right choice depends mainly on the neighborhood: downtown is suitable for business and shopping, Old Montreal for its heritage atmosphere, and hotels near the airport for a connection or an early morning flight.
Downtown Hotels
Hotels in Old Montreal
Old Montreal offers cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages and the river just steps from your door, at the cost of a slightly longer trip to the main commercial arteries.
Hotels near the airport and on the South Shore
For an early morning flight or a connection, these hotels avoid the trip to downtown. They are also suitable for a stay near the bridges to the South Shore.
Flight reviews departing from or arriving in Montreal (YUL)
Montreal-Trudeau serves Europe, the United States, Asia, and the Middle East with several carriers. Our reviews detail the comfort, service, and value of points redeemed for these flights, in both economy and business class.
New routes and airline news in Montreal
Airlines regularly add new destinations from Montreal-Trudeau. Here are the recent announcements for routes, partnerships, and service changes at YUL.
Airport lounge reviews at Montréal–Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Access to a VIP lounge changes a layover at Montreal-Trudeau. We detail the Air Canada, Aspire, Amex, and Odyssée Desjardins lounges, along with the cards and statuses that grant access.
Montréal–Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Our complete guide to Montreal-Trudeau Airport covers terminals, transportation to downtown, and on-site services. You will also find the latest news affecting YUL’s infrastructure.
The Canadian F1 Grand Prix in Montreal
The Canadian Grand Prix attracts tens of thousands of visitors to Montreal each year. Here’s how to optimize your budget with points, covering accommodation, transportation, and VIP access.
Guides, activities, and things to do in Montreal
Between terraces, festivals, and family attractions, Montreal offers enough to fill a stay all year round. Our guides cover the best outings by season, as well as tips for saving money locally.
Summer in Montreal
The high tourist season coincides with patios, festivals and the Grand Prix. This is also when hotel prices climb the most, especially on festival weekends.
Fall in Montreal
The colors and Halloween mark the beginning of fall, followed by a quieter calendar until Thanksgiving.
Winter in Montreal
Winter slows down tourism but brings hotel prices down, except during the Holidays. It’s also the season for indoor activities and Christmas markets.
Practical guides for your stay
These guides cover practical topics useful before or during a stay in Montreal, such as local infrastructure changes or ways to save on groceries.
Best credit cards for your travels
A good travel card speeds up points accumulation and often provides access to airport lounges. Here are three of the most popular options, or see our best travel credit cards page to compare all options.
