I discovered this hotel through the raves on Tripadvisor.com and can attest it deserves the stellar rating. We stayed in a third floor suite and were surprised to find we had a huge private balcony that
made us feel like we were living in the neighborhood rather than renting a hotel room. This is a cozy townhouse hotel but unlike a B&B it feels totally private. We never heard another guest, the housekeeping staff is both meticulous and virtually invisible, and the hotel owner could not have been more gracious. He ran out and paid our parking meter while we unloaded our luggage, and hooked us up with a reservation at a nearby French restaurant that my husband is still raving about, weeks later (Leloux). The room itself was modern and sleek. Comfortable bed, great shower! And te bakery downstairs is to die for.

My husband and I just returned from a 4 day stay at Le Relais Lyonnais. We travel quite a bit and I have never felt so compelled to write a review. This boutique hotel has been beautifully restored yet retains the original character of the building. The location is perfect, as the Latin Quarter is lively and has much to offer and it is a short walk to Old Montreal, the greatest shopping areas and restaurants. The rooms (particularly the suites on the 3rd floor) are spacious, appointed beautifully and the bed is perfect is retire to after a long day of walking, shopping and eating. The service to make up your room is early in the day and never intruding. The rooms are spotlessly clean and very trendy with flat screen TVs and a great espresso machine. As if all of that wasn't enough, to top it off, there is the owner, Albert. Albert will welcome you as if you are a member of his family (and his favorite family member at that!) He is a GREAT guy with a warm personality and wonderful friendly smile. He sincerely cares and spares nothing to ensure that your experience stands out. He succeeds to the fullest extent! There is a wonderful cafe below the hotel that seems to be open all the time and Albert will be the first to set you up with a something to eat and drink upon arrival. We truly felt like Albert was an old friend taking "special" care of us and we thoroughly enjoyed talking with him. With this type of personal attention and care taken in every aspect of your stay, what else could you ask for? Oh and if you need a shirt perfectly pressed and returned to your room in no time at all - it won't be a problem at this exceptional hotel.

We loved what we saw when we walked into our room. This was the hotel I had most been looking forward to during our one month stay of US/Canada based on TripAdvisor reviews.
Loved the decor and the large shower. The hotel is located in the Latin Quarter and there are a lot of students in the area. At night it can be quite noisy with people walking by yelling. We stayed for 2 nights and had a room right next to the street. It would be worth asking for a room at the back of the hotel if possible.
Our first night was quite disruptive as the people above us had a party until 2am. We could hear every word spoken and every footstep taken.
The second night was better but there was still the street noise.
If not for the street noise and party noise I would not be able to fault this hotel. I know they cannot be blamed for the noise but this forms part of my overall opinion and sticks in my mind.

i was recently in montreal for my first visit and had the pleasure to stay at Le Relais.

THIS HOTEL is why tripadvisor works. Without this web site i would never have found this little jewel. I travel all over the world and this was one of the best stays i have ever had.

the room was great, the position excellent and the price fantastic. If you are looking for all the bells and whistles of a big hotel, then forget it. But if you want a great location, a modern clean and VERY comfortable room, the best hotel shower since the Grand Hyatt Tokyo and the MOST personable and friendly service, then this is the place for you.

Alert is a king! not only did he make me at home, but after discovering this was my first time in montreal, he was on the phone to a friend and had organised me a door pass at one of the best restaurant/bars in town.

The position is great, with restaurants and shops around and only a short ten minute walk to the old town or downtown,

And if you cant be bothered walking, then just go downstairs to Albert's and Jose's restaurant outside - a really great and homely feel to it, with good food at great prices. (but be warned, breakfast starts at 8.30am).

Le Relais is DEFINATELY my new home in Montreal