Gîte du Survenant

FROM OUR GUEST GUIDE

Make Montréal your own.

Our food favourites, ideas for days out and the practical details that make your stay easier.

Marché BonsecoursThe columned entrance and silver dome of Marché Bonsecours in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Marché Bonsecours · official gallery (opens in a new tab)
Rue Saint-PaulA pedestrian street scene on Rue Saint-Paul in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Tony Webster · CC BY 2.0 (opens in a new tab) · License (opens in a new tab)Cropped to fit the layout.

YOUR MONTRÉAL, IN YOUR POCKET

Take Montréal with you.

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Arrival & check-in

2645, avenue Desjardins, Montréal, QC H1V 2H8

ARRIVE. SETTLE IN. EXHALE.

Your door code. No check-in queue.

Everything is arranged before you arrive. We send you your door code and arrival instructions in advance, so there is no lobby queue, reception stop or paperwork to deal with when you get here.

From your agreed check-in time, simply let yourself in with your code, head to your room and settle in. After a long journey, you can get straight to relaxing. Regular check-in starts at 4 p.m.; an earlier arrival must be arranged with us in advance.

Early check-in and late checkout

From Montréal-Trudeau Airport

  1. Take the 747 airport bus and get off at Lionel-Groulx metro station.
  2. Transfer to the Green Line (Line 1), towards Honoré-Beaugrand.
  3. Get off at Pie-IX station.
  4. Walk to Gîte du Survenant at 2645 Avenue Desjardins, a few minutes from the station.
747 airport bus routes, schedules and fares (opens in a new tab)

Check métro operating hours for late arrivals and choose a fare valid for your airport journey.

From Gare Centrale

  1. Walk to Bonaventure métro and take the Orange Line towards Montmorency.
  2. At Berri-UQAM, transfer to the Green Line towards Honoré-Beaugrand.
  3. Get off at Pie-IX and walk to the gîte.
See the illustrated route
Route from Bonaventure to Pie-IX via Berri-UQAM, with a walking map to the gîte.
Illustrated route from Bonaventure. Open the image for a closer look. See the current STM network map (opens in a new tab)

Parking

A neighbour offers a parking space for rent. Contact us for the details, then arrange the rental directly with the owner.

For indoor parking, the Olympic Park’s P1 and P2 parking facilities are nearby. Check the official parking information for access, availability and current rates.

Free street parking is also available in the neighbourhood where permitted. Read the signs carefully for reserved zones, time limits and temporary restrictions.

Olympic Park parking information (opens in a new tab)Ask about private parking

Three days in Montréal

Three days to adapt to your interests, the weather and availability. Check opening hours and reserve activities that need advance booking.

DAY 01

Olympic Park and the neighbourhood

Olympic StadiumMontréal’s Olympic Stadium and inclined tower illuminated at dusk, with the moon in the sky.
BiodômeThe forest ecosystem inside Montréal’s Biodôme. (opens in a new tab)
Moverofmolehills · CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab) · License (opens in a new tab)Cropped to fit the layout.

Start close to the gîte: choose the Biodôme or the Botanical Garden for your main outing, with a walk around the Olympic Park area. Pick up supplies on rue Ontario and return for dinner at a nearby restaurant, or prepare a meal in the kitchen.

Explore the nearby attractions
DAY 02

Old Montréal and the river

Marché BonsecoursThe columned entrance and silver dome of Marché Bonsecours in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Marché Bonsecours · official gallery (opens in a new tab)
Rue Saint-PaulA pedestrian street scene on Rue Saint-Paul in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Tony Webster · CC BY 2.0 (opens in a new tab) · License (opens in a new tab)Cropped to fit the layout.

Walk along Rue Saint-Paul to admire the stone façades, galleries and cafés, stopping at Marché Bonsecours and Place Jacques-Cartier. Continue towards the Old Port, or add the Museum of Illusions for an indoor outing. Leave time for dinner before heading back; the transport section below explains the métro route from Pie-IX via Berri-UQAM and Champ-de-Mars.

Restaurants in Old Montréal
DAY 03

Plateau and Mile End, on foot

Avenue du Mont-RoyalThe pedestrianized Avenue du Mont-Royal with wooden seating, planters and colourful umbrellas. (opens in a new tab)
Intervia · Avenue du Mont-Royal (opens in a new tab)
Summer street performancesA giant puppet horse and a street performer among spectators on pedestrianized Avenue du Mont-Royal. (opens in a new tab)
Société de développement de l’Avenue du Mont-Royal (opens in a new tab)

Explore Avenue du Mont-Royal, its independent shops, cafés and neighbourhood street life. In summer, the pedestrianized avenue fills with terraces, public art and seasonal events. Wander through the surrounding streets, then continue towards Mile End for a café or bagel stop. Check the avenue’s programme for pedestrian-season dates and events during your stay.

Our Plateau and Mile End addressesThe pedestrian avenue and its events (opens in a new tab)

Getting around

The métro, starting at Pie-IX

The gîte is near Pie-IX on the Green Line. Trains are labelled by their terminus: Angrignon takes you towards downtown; Honoré-Beaugrand brings you back towards Pie-IX from downtown.

Example: getting to Old Montréal

From Pie-IX, take the Green Line towards Angrignon. At Berri-UQAM, change to the Orange Line towards Côte-Vertu and get off at Champ-de-Mars.

Useful transfer stations

Berri-UQAM
Green, Orange and Yellow lines
Lionel-Groulx
Green and Orange lines
Jean-Talon / Snowdon
Orange and Blue lines
STM maps, fares and service information (opens in a new tab)

Exploring by BIXI

Bike sharing is another way to explore Montréal. Use the BIXI app or station map to find a bike and an available dock for your return. Follow the instructions to confirm that the bike is locked when you finish.

BIXI stations, how it works and prices (opens in a new tab)

At the gîte

Cook at your own pace

Yes. Every room has access to a full kitchen with a fridge, stove, microwave, toaster and everything you need to prepare a meal, including utensils, cutlery, plates, pots and pans.

Free guest laundry

Yes. Guest laundry is free on the main floor, and we provide detergent. The machines are available every day from 9 a.m., during daytime hours only. They are switched off at night to keep the house quiet for other guests.

Mornings at your own pace

Prepare breakfast in the equipped kitchen or discover nearby cafés and restaurants, including L’Œufrier, Le Canard Café and Arhoma.

Neighbourhood groceries and restaurantsRead the full FAQ

BYOB: a Montréal way to dine

Look for “apportez votre vin” on the sign or menu: it means bring your own wine (BYOB). These restaurants do not sell alcohol, so buy your bottle before you arrive if you would like wine with dinner. You are equally welcome to enjoy your meal without alcohol.

  1. Choose your table

    Look for the BYOB badge in our restaurant cards. Restaurants labelled “Alcohol sold on site” serve drinks from their own menu.

  2. Stop at the SAQ

    The SAQ is Québec’s wine and spirits retailer. Pick a bottle you like, or ask the staff for a pairing within your budget. Check the store’s hours before dinner.

  3. Bring it to dinner

    Bring your wine with you. Ask the restaurant about other accepted drinks and any corkage fee when booking; BYOB does not mean every type of alcohol is accepted.

Our BYOB picks

Bagatelle BistroÉtat-MajorNori SushiLe Jardin de PanosLa Couscoussière d’Ali Baba

Each card below includes a link to find the closest SAQ. Hours and restaurant policies can change; check the linked sites before heading out.

Where to eat

Follow each restaurant’s link for current menus, opening hours, reservations and delivery options. For bring-your-own-wine restaurants, confirm the policy before your visit.

Every card shows its alcohol model. Where a policy is marked “to confirm”, ask the venue before bringing a bottle.

Tap a photo for a larger view. Photos give a sense of the setting and food; menus, plating and locations may vary.

In Hochelaga-Maisonneuve13
AtmosphereBagatelle Bistro — atmosphere. (opens in a new tab)
opentable.ca (opens in a new tab)
On the menuBagatelle Bistro — on the menu. (opens in a new tab)
postcard.inc (opens in a new tab)

Bagatelle Bistro (opens in a new tab)

4323, rue Ontario Est

BYOB · bring your wine

French bistro cooking and a bring-your-own-wine option.

Visit website (opens in a new tab)Walking directions (opens in a new tab)

AtmosphereÉtat-Major — atmosphere. (opens in a new tab)
etatmajor.ca (opens in a new tab)
On the menuÉtat-Major — on the menu. (opens in a new tab)
etatmajor.ca (opens in a new tab)

État-Major (opens in a new tab)

4005, rue Ontario Est

BYOB · bring your wine

Seasonal cooking in a bring-your-own-wine restaurant.

Visit website (opens in a new tab)Walking directions (opens in a new tab)

Rosemont, Angus and nearby6
Old Montréal4
Downtown, Griffintown and beyond8
Plateau, Mile End and Outremont12
AtmosphereLe Jardin de Panos — atmosphere. (opens in a new tab)
lejardindepanos.com (opens in a new tab)
On the menuLe Jardin de Panos — on the menu. (opens in a new tab)
postcard.inc (opens in a new tab)

Le Jardin de Panos (opens in a new tab)

BYOB · bring your wine

Greek cooking and a bring-your-own-wine option.

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Villeray, the Village and several locations5
AtmosphereLa Couscoussière d’Ali Baba — atmosphere. (opens in a new tab)
restomontreal.ca (opens in a new tab)
On the menuLa Couscoussière d’Ali Baba — on the menu. (opens in a new tab)
fr.restaurantguru.com (opens in a new tab)

La Couscoussière d’Ali Baba (opens in a new tab)

BYOB · bring your wine

Couscous, tagines and Mediterranean flavours in the Village.

Visit website (opens in a new tab)Walking directions (opens in a new tab)

Ordering in

Check delivery coverage, service hours and pickup options directly with the restaurant. Here are a few choices from our guide.

Things to do

From Montréal’s big events to neighbourhood walks and museums, choose outings to suit the season and your interests. Official links provide dates, tickets and entry information.

Festivals and eventsWalks, museums and attractions

Festivals and big events

Grand Prix atmosphereFormula 1 cars and grandstands at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve during a past Canadian Grand Prix. (opens in a new tab)
GPFans · Canadian Grand Prix (opens in a new tab)
Explore the circuitCyclists riding beside the red and white kerb at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. (opens in a new tab)
© Société du parc Jean-Drapeau (opens in a new tab)

Canadian Grand Prix & Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve (opens in a new tab)

Île Notre-Dame · Parc Jean-Drapeau

21–23 May 2027 · Race: Sunday 23 May

Experience Montréal’s Formula 1 weekend at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. Outside event closures, the circuit is also open for walking, cycling and driving a car during its public opening times. Drivers must respect the 30 km/h limit and share the track with other users. Check the park’s live schedule before visiting: Grand Prix preparations, other events and cycling-only sessions can restrict access.

Official 2027 Grand Prix schedule (opens in a new tab)Circuit access: walking, cycling and driving (opens in a new tab)Directions to the circuit (opens in a new tab)
Food trucks at Olympic ParkFood trucks, picnic tables and visitors at Les Premiers Vendredis on the Olympic Park Esplanade. (opens in a new tab)
Le Journal de Montréal · Les Premiers Vendredis (opens in a new tab)

Les Premiers Vendredis (opens in a new tab)

Esplanade du Parc olympique · Pie-IX

Food trucks, flavours from around the world and live music on the Olympic Park Esplanade, a short walk from the gîte. Come hungry, try dishes from several trucks and enjoy the outdoor atmosphere. This is a seasonal event held on selected dates, not every Friday; check the official calendar before heading over.

Official event calendar (opens in a new tab)Walk to the Esplanade (opens in a new tab)
Summer nights, live musicA crowd at an outdoor Montréal Jazz Festival performance under purple and blue stage lights. (opens in a new tab)
Festival International de Jazz de Montréal · 2024 (opens in a new tab)

Montréal International Jazz Festival (opens in a new tab)

Quartier des spectacles

Summer evenings filled with music in the heart of downtown: explore the free outdoor concerts, or book an indoor show from the festival programme. Leave time to wander between stages and stop for dinner nearby. Use the official calendar for the next edition’s dates and lineup.

Programme and tickets (opens in a new tab)Directions from the gîte (opens in a new tab)
A night of comedyA comedian holding a microphone on a purple and orange-lit stage at Just For Laughs Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
The Main · Just For Laughs Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Just For Laughs Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Montréal · venues vary by show

Make room for a comedy night during Montréal’s summer comedy festival, with established performers and new voices on stage. Choose a show from the official programme, check its venue and language, and book your tickets. English- and French-language programming offers different ways to enjoy the festival.

Programme and tickets (opens in a new tab)
Winter nights in the Old PortIgloofest visitors in winter clothing among illuminated stages and installations in Montréal’s Old Port. (opens in a new tab)
blooloop · Old Port of Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Igloofest Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Vieux-Port de Montréal

Dance outdoors in the Montréal winter, with electronic music, DJs, striking stage lights and a crowd dressed for the cold. This Old Port festival is an evening out with a very different atmosphere from the summer events. Wear warm layers and check the programme, tickets and admission rules before choosing your night.

Programme and tickets (opens in a new tab)Directions from the gîte (opens in a new tab)
An illuminated evening walkVisitors walking through illuminated palace façades and arches at Festilumi. (opens in a new tab)
Festilumi · Adam Pulicicchio Photography (opens in a new tab)

Festilumi Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Marché Central · 315, rue du Marché-Central

An outdoor evening walk through illuminated worlds, colourful installations and larger-than-life creatures at Marché Central. A playful outing for families, couples or friends, with plenty of photo opportunities. Themes and opening dates change with the season; check the official calendar and choose your entry time before heading out.

Programme and tickets (opens in a new tab)Directions from the gîte (opens in a new tab)

Walks, museums and attractions

Rue Saint-PaulA pedestrian street scene on Rue Saint-Paul in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Tony Webster · CC BY 2.0 (opens in a new tab) · License (opens in a new tab)Cropped to fit the layout.
Marché BonsecoursThe columned entrance and silver dome of Marché Bonsecours in Old Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Marché Bonsecours · official gallery (opens in a new tab)

Rue Saint-Paul (opens in a new tab)

Vieux-Montréal

Slow down for a walk along Rue Saint-Paul: cobblestones, historic stone façades, art galleries, little shops and cafés. Make time for Marché Bonsecours and Place Jacques-Cartier along the way. A lovely outing for architecture, browsing and a coffee stop; comfortable shoes help on the uneven paving.

Open the walk on the map (opens in a new tab)Explore Marché Bonsecours (opens in a new tab)
Play with perspectiveTwo visitors appear different sizes in the blue perspective room at the Museum of Illusions Montréal. (opens in a new tab)
Viator · Museum of Illusions Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Museum of Illusions Montréal (opens in a new tab)

44, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest

Rooms that play with perspective, optical illusions and playful photo opportunities: an indoor outing for a rainy day or a break while exploring Old Montréal. Find the museum near Place-d’Armes métro, and check the official website for tickets and opening hours.

Tickets and opening hours (opens in a new tab)View on the map (opens in a new tab)
Beneath Old MontréalAn illuminated underground brick passage in the Crossroads Montréal exhibition at Pointe-à-Callière. (opens in a new tab)
Pointe-à-Callière · Crossroads Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Pointe-à-Callière (opens in a new tab)

350, place Royale

Go beneath Old Montréal to explore the archaeological remains of the city’s beginnings, underground passages and exhibitions about its history. A rewarding indoor stop to pair with a walk along Rue Saint-Paul. Check the museum’s website for current exhibitions, tickets and opening hours.

Plan your visit (opens in a new tab)Directions from the gîte (opens in a new tab)
A landmark on Mount RoyalSaint Joseph’s Oratory with its green dome and broad stone staircase on Mount Royal. (opens in a new tab)
Lonely Planet · Shutterstock (opens in a new tab)

Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal (opens in a new tab)

3800, chemin Queen-Mary

Discover the monumental dome, basilica and views from the northern slope of Mount Royal. The Oratory welcomes visitors for its architecture, history and peaceful atmosphere, as well as for prayer. Gardens are seasonal; consult the official site for opening hours, accessible entrances and visitor information.

Plan your visit (opens in a new tab)Directions from the gîte (opens in a new tab)

Practical tips

An evening out

Rue Ontario is a convenient place for an evening close to the gîte. For a different atmosphere, explore Crescent Street, rue Saint-Denis, boulevard Saint-Laurent or Old Montréal’s restaurants and terraces. Check opening hours and plan your journey home.

Le Trèfle Hochelaga (opens in a new tab)

Wine, beer and local finds

The Ontario–Pie-IX SAQ sells wine and spirits. Grocery and convenience stores also carry a selection of beer and wine. For Québec products to discover or bring home, explore Le Bièrologue and Marché Maisonneuve.

SAQ Ontario–Pie-IX (opens in a new tab)Le Bièrologue (opens in a new tab)Marché Maisonneuve (opens in a new tab)

Tipping

At a restaurant with table service, a tip of about 15–20% of the bill before tax is customary, depending on service. Check whether a service charge has already been included, especially for a group. The amount is your choice.

Practical visitor information from Tourisme Montréal (opens in a new tab)

Your Montréal home base

A stay at your own pace.

A comfortable room, the métro nearby and a neighbourhood to explore on foot.

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