Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile unveils hotel-wide redesign

Montreal is a place for curious, free-minded travelers for whom luxury is both authentic and creative. Its cultural allure arises from world-class museums, epicurean energy and the arts, including renowned jazz and film festivals. Most of all, the city's eclectic cultural scene is sustained by its people, arriving from diverse areas of the world to call Canada their home. Discerning voyagers, drawn to this Quebec beacon where luxury meets lifestyle, gravitate to five-star hotels in Montreal for personalized service and exceptional gastronomy.

True sophistication also encompasses a décor narrative that expresses history and locality. Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile perfectly epitomizes this enticing blend of cosmopolitan poise and imaginative flair. 

Amid the early 1900s landmarks and sleek high-rises along prestigious Sherbrooke Street, Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile sits at the heart of the effervescent city. Steps from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and a kilometer from the replenishing greenery of Mount Royal, there's no better example of where to stay in Montreal for culture, nature and urban dynamism. It's fitting, then, that our setting is honored in design details like event space mosaics depicting regional landmarks. The same event spaces are named after French artists like Matisse and Gauguin, revealing both Canadian charm and the French joie de vivre that defines Sofitel.

Encounter this convergence of cultures, too, in our Candle Ritual every evening in the lobby. Be transported back to the City of Light in the 1860s, when 50,000 oil lamps provided illumination. The same warm glow presents itself in the sculptural lighting and rose-and-bronze metallic accents you'll find throughout our Montreal property.

After an enriching day exploring the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal or an evening discovering the vibrant theater scene, return to your sumptuous room or suite, where the style sits effortlessly between leading-edge Parisian fashion and timeless refinement. It's all part of Sofitel's unique Art of Sleep protocol, blending a restful environment and soothing bedtime rituals to help you effortlessly drift off. Your Sofitel MY BED, with an expert-designed mattress and signature bedding that together set the standard for luxurious sleep, is a haven of repose.  One of the tenets of the Art of Sleep is to wind down with a calming beverage, so perhaps a tisane from your curated minibar before you turn in?

Morning greets you with teal murals, coffee and, in many rooms, views of the city as it awakens. Looking out across the cityscape and the abundant foliage of Mount Royal, it becomes clear why Montreal is often included in itineraries for the great North American road and rail trips. Whenever suits your flow, make use of the yoga space in our fitness room – a moment to complement the revitalizing comfort of your room.

Absorb the essence of French Impressionism. This 19th-century movement focused on light, color and every detailed brushstroke, and the softly lit sunroom and chef's table in our reimagined RENOIR Restaurant exude the same. Under the expertise of renowned Executive Chef Olivier Perret and our dextrous pastry chef Paul Peyrat, RENOIR works with local and regional producers to source the finest local ingredients during each season. Experience signature dishes like Canadian lobster, Quebec rack of lamb and herb-encrusted scallops with Prince Edward Island mussels, each bite artfully composed and showcasing impeccable technique.

Savor the culinary dedication of Chef Olivier Perret, whose passion for local ingredients began in his native Burgundy. A creator of dishes for Air France Business Cabin, he is also a member of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France and Académie Culinaire de France.

Newly opened, NINI Salon à Cocktails, named for Renoir's beloved muse, sparkles with refinement around the rose-gold central bar. This is a cocktail bar Montreal residents meet in and city visitors delight in. The seasonal terrace, dappled in sunlight and lined with greenery, is both a haven and a hub for social life in the vivacious city. 

Natural light, soothing colors and wood paneling grace our meeting rooms and ballroom, where social soirées and corporate gatherings leave lasting impressions. Legendary French and European artists lend their names to the venues, like the Picasso Ballroom and the Monet and Chagall rooms – fitting for spaces where carefully chosen hues play a vital role. Contemporary artists are spotlighted too, in the mosaics conceived by Montreal and Romanian artists who depict icons of the city in mosaics that elevate the spaces.

This is also the kind of event space Montreal weddings deserve – elegant, breathtaking and with the bespoke service that defines five-star hotels. Event planners work through every heartfelt detail with you to craft the most blissful day, and French catering is overseen by our Executive Chef, Olivier Perret. In the West Foyer, the illustrious backdrop adds radiance to photos and moments of celebration.

With our Montreal hotel as your luxury base and our concierge as your guide, immerse yourself in this textured city. Enter into the grandeur of history as soon as you step out the door and onto the streets of the Golden Square Mile. Between the 1850s and 1930s, this area thrived as the most prosperous square mile in Canada. This opulence is still on display in the Victorian architecture encompassing Neoclassical, neo-Gothic, Art Nouveau and Romanesque styles. It's the same aura of old-world glamor you'll find in our hotel – an aura that makes Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile stand out among other five-star, boutique and historic hotels in the city.

Did you know Montreal is a UNESCO City of Design? Along with world-renowned art museums and galleries, take in public art on the streets around Jean Talon Market. These vast, striking murals speak of neighborhood identity as well as global issues, and contribute to Montreal's reputation as a beacon of art not to be missed during travels around North America.

Embracing our city means being mindful of it, too. That's why we attained 5 Green Key certification, recognizing our Montreal hotel's commitment to environmental responsibility within luxury hospitality. We're proud, too, to have “Elite” status in the ICI on recycle + program from the Government of Quebec. Relying on energy-efficient systems, reducing single-use plastics and prioritizing local, seasonal ingredients all add to our efforts to become more sustainable for our city and the global community.