Decorating & Design
A Charming Old Montreal Hotel Gets A Fresh New Look
Updated on December 18, 2025
Nestled among cobblestone streets and iconic sights such as the Vieux-Port, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place d’Armes and the Saint Lawrence River, the AC Hotel Old Montreal is the ideal home base for exploring la Métropole.
The well-appointed address recently reopened after an extensive renovation of its common spaces and 124 rooms. Now a member of Marriott International’s global portfolio, the vibe is European elegance meets French-Canadian heritage.
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The lobby doubles as a library, with comfortable lounge furniture in muted colours and an étagère filled with books and objet.
One of the interesting titles available for perusing.
Guest rooms are spacious, with freestanding closets, headboards with integrated lighting and storage and lounge spaces.
Some rooms feature expansive private terraces with views out to the Old Port.
The large bathrooms boast indulgent oversized showers with chrome fixtures by Kohler.
Full-size bath products are provided from Greek skincare brand Korres.
In the mezzanine above the lobby, you’ll find the AC Lounge. Glass flush-mount light fixtures look like decorative pebbles on the ceiling.
The vibe is modern with upholstered seating in a textured tweed, mid-tone woods and backlit abstract art.
The menu features craft cocktails and Spanish-style tapas.
A curated buffet is available for breakfast, with à la carte options including a brioche French toast topped with fresh berries.
The signature cazuela — a savory mix of eggs, prosciutto and Manchego cheese — is another breakfast favourite.
After hours, grab a nightcap at the bar. The hanging, fluted glass light fixtures from A-N-D have a jewelry feel and echo the fluted details in the walnut bar.
The AC signature cocktail is a gin and tonic made with an exclusive tonic concentrate.
The tonic concentrate from Earl Giles Distillery in Minneapolis is prepared specifically for the hotel and has a rich botanical flavour.
Nearby attractions include shopping in Old Montreal.
From the hotel lobby, find direct access to the iconic Auberge St-Gabriel, which was built in 1688.
The former inn — the oldest restaurant in Canada — is now a fine dining restaurant featuring traditional French dishes such as Côte de Boeuf, and elevated classics made with seasonal fare from the onsite garden.
Simone Olivero, Adrien Williams, Patricia Brochu