Plateau Mont-Royal

Montreal

Plateau Mont Royal showing street scenes, shopping and a city
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Plateau Mont Royal which includes heritage elements
Plateau Mont Royal featuring street scenes
Plateau Mont Royal which includes street scenes, a house and outdoor art
Home to artists, students and bohemians of all types, this borough is Montreal’s creative and countercultural haven. 

The northeastern borough of Plateau-Mont-Royal is the most densely populated in Montreal. It is typically recognized as the liveliest and the “coolest.” Artists and students dominate this neighborhood, home to the city’s edgiest coffee shops, boutiques, bars and galleries.

Plateau-Mont-Royal is named after the flat region to the northeast of Mount Royal, the hill in the center of the island of Montreal. This borough consists mostly of heritage, low-level townhouses which are often brightly colored and ornate. Inspect the Victorian houses around Saint-Louis Square for some of the best examples.

The neighborhood of Mile End is one of the most famous parts of Plateau-Mont-Royal. A haven for creative people of all kinds, Mile End has produced many of Montreal’s world-famous artists. Actor William Shatner grew up in Mile End, and it served as the headquarters for famed indie rock band, Arcade Fire. Many consider Mile End the center of Montreal’s indie rock scene.

Part of Plateau-Mont-Royal is known as the “McGill Ghetto” due to the high concentration of McGill University students who take advantage of the area’s cheap apartments. The student population of the area adds to its countercultural reputation.

Most of the houses in the borough lack yards so on nice days crowds of Plateau-Mont-Royal residents escape to La Fontaine Park, the largest park in the area. Take a bike ride along the paths toward the park’s northern end. Cool your feet in the wading pools and discreetly observe the neighborhood’s hippest residents relaxing in the grass.

When it’s time to eat, Plateau-Mont-Royal has plenty of distinctive cuisine available. One place that simply can’t be missed is Schwartz’s Deli. This 80-year-old institution is the best place to sample a Montreal delicacy: smoked meat sandwiches. The heavily marinated roast is like nothing you’ll find outside the city.

Several metro and bus stops lie along Saint-Denis Street in the southern part of Plateau-Mont-Royal. If you are driving, parking can be scarce.


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Plateau Mont-Royal Hotel Deals

L'Appartement Hotel

L'Appartement Hotel

3 out of 5
455, Sherbrooke West, Montreal, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥22,276 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥22,276
¥26,507 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,881 reviews)
"Basic but very clean"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

L'Appartement Hotel
Casa Bella Hotel

Casa Bella Hotel

2 out of 5
264, Sherbrooke West, Montreal, QC
The price is ¥8,347 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥8,347
¥9,933 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Notre ...
6.6/10 (1,009 reviews)
Great Downtown Location
"We were very happy with our stay at Casa Bella and it has become one of our favorite hotels in downtown Montreal. The location is excellent - less than a 5 minute walk to Place des Arts where there is always something fun and interesting to do/see/hear. There was a medium/small fridge with a separate ..."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Casa Bella Hotel
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Le Guerin Apartments Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Le Guerin Apartments Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

3.5 out of 5
4501 Rue Drolet, Montreal, QC
The price is ¥23,342 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥23,342
¥27,777 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy concierge services, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Notre Dame Basilica ...
9/10 Wonderful! (286 reviews)
"Perfect except for not replying to messages"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Le Guerin Apartments Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
Boulevard Suites - M11

Boulevard Suites - M11

2 out of 5
3724 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC
The price is ¥19,188 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥19,188
¥22,834 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Notre Dame Basilica and Bell Centre are located ...
7/10 Good! (29 reviews)
"The apartment was very clean, but we stayed the night on the weekend and didn’t know it was a hopping bar street. So unfortunately we didn’t have a good rest."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Boulevard Suites - M11
Pensione Popolo

Pensione Popolo

2.5 out of 5
4871 Boul. Saint Laurent, Montreal, QC
Stay at this guesthouse in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Notre Dame Basilica and Bell Centre are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (209 reviews)
"Loved that it was above a mexican restaurant and we got a discount on dinner"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Pensione Popolo
Hotel de l'ITHQ

Hotel de l'ITHQ

4 out of 5
3535, rue Saint-Denis, Montreal, QC
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
"Veryy clean, quiet, we felt safe and breakfast was good"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Hotel de l'ITHQ
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Other neighborhoods around Plateau Mont-Royal

Mile End showing signage

Mile End

You'll enjoy the churches and coffeehouses in Mile End. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Laurent Boulevard or Saint Denis Street.

Mile End
Gay Village which includes street scenes, outdoor eating and cafe lifestyle

The Village

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

St. Catherine Street transforms into a lively pedestrian mall during summer, offering outdoor terraces at numerous bars and restaurants. Easily accessible via Beaudry and Papineau metro stations, the area boasts vibrant rainbow pillars at Beaudry station's entrance.

The Village
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Quartier des Spectacles

4/5(210 area reviews)

Great live music, charming cafes, and jazz venues are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.

Quartier des Spectacles
Downtown Montreal featuring a city, a square or plaza and art

Downtown Montreal

4.5/5(3,189 area reviews)

Central business district with numerous skyscrapers, Downtown Montreal offers an underground mall, high-end retail stores, and various museums. Enjoy convenient transport options, including Central Station and Montreal Metro.

Downtown Montreal
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Outremont

Outremont is well-liked for its churches and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Laurier Avenue and Outremont Theatre are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Edouard Montpetit Station or Outremont Station to get around.

Outremont
Me in Chinatown!

Chinatown

4/5(199 area reviews)

Take time in Chinatown to visit attractions like The Underground City and Saint Laurent Boulevard. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Place d'Armes Station to see more of the city.

Chinatown

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