We loved The Nelligan. The location in Vieux Montreal was perfect for walking and seeing the sights of the city. We enjoyed the complimentary glass of wine and cheese each evening in the lobby bar and the continental breakfast buffet in the mornings. Unfortunately the weather was cool and damp, so we did not get a chance to enjoy the rooftop. Our room (412) was delightful. It was a corner room, so we had windows on two sides for lots of light (although, as mentioned above, no sun!). The brick interior walls coupled with the contemporary bedding made for a comfortable and pleasant appearance. The only possible complaint I could make would be the lack of good counter space in the bathroom. The desk staff was very helpful (and can switch from French to English in the blink of an eye). We were especially impressed when we were asking about a cab to the airport for checkout day. We had a rental car to pick up. The concierge immediately said that there were closer Avis pick up points and called the car rental company to arrange for us to pick up the car only a short distance away in downtown. We were able to save at least a couple of hours by not having to go to the airport - and, even though the car rental was done through Priceline.com, we were not charged for different pick up and drop offs. We also learned that The Nelligan offers complimentary airport shuttle service. We had not known this and suggest anyone flying into Montreal with reservations at The Nelligan should check into it. We highly recommend this hotel.

No doubt about it, this is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. Located in the middle of Vieux Montreal, it's within easy walking distance to great shopping, dining, sightseeing, and the squeaky clean Montreal metro system.
The hotel is lovely, too. The room my daughter and I shared was exceptionally large, beautifully appointed, and immaculate. I'm a sucker for exposed brick walls. They add warmth and a sense of history to interiors---and this is perfectly true at Hotel Nelligan., where the retro feel of the brick walls is balanced by top of the line electronics provided in each room.
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, especially the concierge Jeanne LeFebvre, who took care of us with an enthusiasm and competence that were simply outstanding.
Continental breakfast, free for guests, consists of delicious bread and pastries, yogurt, cheeses, hardboiled eggs, good coffee, a superb fruit melange, fruit juices, and more. Hot dishes may be ordered from the menu, at additional cost.
Though the hotel's two main restaurants get really good reviews,
the only other meal we had there was lunch at La Terrasse on the roof, overlooking the city. I had seared salmon salad on a bed of grilled, julienned vegetables---it was simple, fresh, and perfectly prepared. The wait staff and chef were very accommodating to our need to be served quickly so we could catch a taxi to the airport.
I'm so happy to have stayed at the Hotel Nelligan. I will certainly visit it again.

Great Location on Rue St. Paul where all the restaurants, shops & galleries are located in the Old Port Area & one block behind the waterfront promenade.

Very spacious & modern inside (we stayed at a loft King) with a electric fireplace, great entertainment center which included wide screen LCD, stereo and a complimentary varied CD collection. Besides a closet, plenty of drawer space , nice lighting and wide windows although not much to see outside. Impressive marble bath w/ separate tub/spa & glass shower & 2 wash basins with all the little personal hygiene stuff, including robes & sandals.

Upstairs they have a wide open terraza with a bar to spend some time enjoying great views. Downstairs nice cozy lobby with sitting area to enjoy the very appreciated & included afternoon wine & cheese & check out the crowd. Also included a pretty good continental breakfast with all kinds of goodies including hard boiled eggs,sweets, cereal, yogurt & of course coffee & tea. Turndown evening service was another nice touch especially for those who like to take a snooze mid afternoon &/or take another shower and the place needs another spruce-up.

There really wasn't anything to find fault at. Even the staff was very pleasant which sometimes can be an issue w/ English speakers in this predominantly French part of Canada.

As a footnote Nelligan has two sister hotels in the area. Its sister property (Auberge du View Port) stayed there a few years back overlooks the waterfront. Also very nice more cozy than modern.
The other sister hotel "Place D'Armes" located a little further out across the plaza from the very impressive Notre Dame Basilica. W'll try that next time. Its a historically old building and the closest to the Metro of the three.

$17CAN gets you an unlimited 3 day tourist transportation pass. $35 gets you a taxi ride to or from the airport. Due to the appreciation of the Canadian $ (1-1 as of this writing) a 3 course dinner at a nice restaurant will set you back about $100 ( not counting a bottle of wine).

My husband and I chose this hotel for a romantic night away. The location is perfect being in Old Montreal but the hotel itself has such charm! The room was beautiful and big. It looked like the pictures on the website and more (often the sites look nothing like the rooms). The staff was helpful, the bed comfy and the Jacuzzi bath a blast. We did not eat at the main restaurant "verses" but at the more casual one Méchant Boeuf. It was delicious (although really big portions). The complimentary breakfast was nice and light. Nothing to complain about! I would recommend without hesitation.