Southwest Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
Lachine Canal National Historic Site
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lachine Canal National Historic Site during your travels in Montreal. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Atwater Market
During your visit to Montreal, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Atwater Market. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Les Quartiers du Canal
Les Quartiers du Canal is just one of the places to see in Montreal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Montreal: OASIS Immersion Entry Ticket
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Montreal: Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
McCord Stewart Museum - Admission
Top hotels in Southwest
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
Amazing experience
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
L'Appartement Hotel
Love the suite style rooms with balcony. Very clean
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Friendly staff, great location and nice amenities like cappuccino machines in the lobby and plush robes. The property is a bit dated with a cracked window in one hallway and ripped carpet in another. The outdoor pool was nicely heated and clean but overrun with kids on Saturday and Sunday with lots ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Faubourg Montreal
The overall experience was good and the staff service was nice. However, a few appliances in the room were not working properly. Other than that, everything was good and the stay was comfortable.”
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
The hotel was okay. The room had what we believe was a freshly painted ceiling but the smell was extremely strong. The room also did not have a window so it was impossible to get rid of the smell even with the bathroom fan on 24/7. We did spend the majority of the time outside of the hotel, however ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hôtel Ruby Foo's
Did not use a hot tub. Staff were polite and wifi was fine. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
Verdun
The restaurants and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Verdun. Saint Lawrence River and Wellington Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Verdun Station or De l'Église Station to get around the larger area.
Little Burgundy
If you're spending time in Little Burgundy, check out sights like Saint-Paul Street or Saint Jacques Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Georges Vanier Station or Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Saint Joseph's Oratory and Saint Jacques Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cote Sainte Catherine Station or Snowdon Station to get around the larger area.
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Bell Centre and McCord Stewart Museum, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
