Hotel Le St James

Dating back to 1870, Hotel Le St James is a former merchant bank now stunningly restored and transformed into a luxury hotel. The whole building exudes character and charm and is renowned for excellent levels of service. Back in the 18th century Montreal was a fortified city and the Merchant Bank, which is now Hotel Le St James, stands on the vast tract of land where the wall once stood.

Location

Hotel Le St James stands on Rue Saint Jacques in the heart of downtown Montreal, which offers an abundance of shopping, dining and entertainment. The hotel is a 25 minute drive from the international airport and valet parking is available. Through the World Trade Centre, which is close by, there is direct access to Montreal’s subterranean labyrinth of shops, while Central Station is a 10 minute walk away.

Accommodation

With just 60 rooms and suites, this elegant property can be classed as a true, boutique hotel. There is a choice of rooms all offering fine goose feather quilts and Frette linen from Italy, marble bathrooms, iPod docking station, mini bar and evening turn down service, the hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi.

Dining

XO Le Restaurant is an elegant, fine dining establishment which focuses on superb local dishes and is open daily for breakfast, Monday to Friday for lunch and Tuesday to Saturday for dinner, alongside the a la carte menu and chef’s tasting menu is also available. XO Le Lounge is the place for an evening cocktail and casual dining. 24 hour room service is available and there are many excellent dining establishments a short walk from the hotel.

Facilities

Le Spa is located in the old bank vault and an atmospheric, candle lit space perfect for a little pampering. The hotel also offers a fitness room, shopping and valet parking.