An iconic address in the heart of Montreal, where history, contemporary design and the art of living come together.
An icon in the heart of Montreal
Some hotels are far more than simply a place to leave your luggage. They bear witness to an era, accompany a city through its transformations and, over time, become part of its collective imagination. In Montreal, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth is one of them.
Opened in 1958 and set directly above Central Station, the hotel established itself from the outset as one of the symbols of modern Montreal. Its distinctive silhouette, rich history and privileged downtown location have, over the decades, made it a meeting place for travellers, notable guests and Montrealers alike.
A historic legacy, reimagined
The appeal of The Queen Elizabeth lies precisely in this delicate balance: preserving the memory of a great historic hotel without ever giving the impression of living in the past. Following an extensive transformation, the property brought its 1960s heritage into a more contemporary, warm and urban aesthetic.
Its 950 rooms and suites carry this identity through. The lines are elegant, the comfort considered for today’s traveller and, depending on the category selected, the windows open onto striking views of downtown Montreal, Mary Queen of the World Cathedral or some of the city’s architectural landmarks.
Fairmont Gold, a hotel within the hotel
For a more exclusive experience, Fairmont Gold feels like an address in its own right within the hotel. Located on the upper floors, Gold rooms include access to a private lounge, continental breakfast, canapés served towards the end of the day and a dedicated concierge service.
It is a more intimate way to experience this grand hotel: step back into the energy of downtown whenever the mood takes you, then retreat to an atmosphere that is quieter, more refined and almost residential.
Suite 1742, a piece of history
It is impossible to speak of Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth without mentioning Suite 1742. In 1969, John Lennon and Yoko Ono held their celebrated Bed-In for Peace here. It was within the walls of this suite that Give Peace a Chance was recorded, transforming a Montreal hotel room into a place of lasting significance in popular culture.
To this day, the episode remains an integral part of the hotel’s identity. The John Lennon Yoko Ono Suite offers guests the opportunity to reconnect with that history while experiencing it through the lens of the contemporary hotel. Few addresses can claim such a natural connection between hospitality, music and history.
Rosélys, a gourmet interlude
On the ground floor, Rosélys embodies the culinary side of The Queen Elizabeth. Inspired by the Montreal flag, the restaurant brings together French sophistication and influences from English tradition in an elegant, approachable bistronomy concept.
The cuisine evolves with the seasons and places local ingredients centre stage. Large windows flood the dining room with light and frame views of Mary Queen of the World Cathedral. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea or a generous Sunday brunch: Rosélys accompanies each moment of the day while retaining the feeling of a lively destination in its own right, frequented by travellers and Montrealers alike.
Far more than a room
The experience continues at Nacarat, a cocktail bar with a more vibrant energy; at Marché Artisans, conceived as an urban market within the hotel; and throughout the spaces dedicated to wellbeing. An indoor pool, whirlpool, saunas, a fitness centre open 24 hours a day and Moment Spa offer the opportunity to slow down without ever leaving downtown Montreal.
This variety is undoubtedly one of The Queen Elizabeth’s strengths: despite its scale, the hotel never feels like a mere succession of rooms. It is somewhere to sleep, dine, have a drink, work, meet or simply allow yourself a few hours away from the rhythm of the city.
Why the address stays with you
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth achieves something rare: it is an institution without feeling frozen in time, a grand hotel without becoming impersonal, and a historic address that nevertheless continues to look towards the future.
You may come for its exceptional location, the comfort associated with Fairmont, the story of Suite 1742 or the Fairmont Gold experience. Yet what stays with you most is the feeling of having stayed somewhere that belongs deeply to Montreal.
An address that does not simply tell the story of its past, but continues, stay after stay, to write what comes next.
