The DNA: At the The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal, the city’s only still operating grand hotel and indeed the first Ritz-Carlton hotel, décor blends modern comfort with more classic features. The elegant Palm Court in the entrance lobby sets the tone – think grand marble fireplace, vaulted painted ceilings and chandeliers. In rooms, the general theme is classic with a contemporary finish in the colours and lines, kitsch light fixtures and feature walls. The rooftop indoor pool, with its view of the city skyline, is a design highlight.

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 129 rooms & suites (37-530m2) (398-5,705 sq ft) • hotel opened: 1912 • architecture: Provencher_Roy • on-site parking (charged) • pets allowed on request • 24-hour front desk • wheelchair accessible