Hotel in Downtown Montreal, Quebec, Quebec
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Montreal
The Queen Elizabeth (Le Reine Elizabeth) is Montreal's largest hotel and a legendary landmark. Famous as the location where John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their 'Bed-In for Peace' in 1969, the hotel has undergone a comprehensive $140 million renovation. The Suite 1742 where the Bed-In occurred is available to book.
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth — known locally as Le Reine Élizabeth — is Montreal's largest hotel and one of its most storied addresses, rising above Central Station (Gare Centrale) in the heart of downtown at 900 Boulevard René-Lévesque Ouest. The hotel connects directly to Bonaventure Metro station and integrates with the RÉSO underground pedestrian network, allowing guests to travel across downtown Montreal without stepping outside — a significant advantage during the city's cold winters. Opened in 1958 as a flagship mid-century grand hotel, the Queen Elizabeth underwent a comprehensive $140 million CAD renovation completed in 2017 that transformed its interiors while preserving its heritage identity. The hotel's most famous suite, number 1742, gained international fame in May 1969 as the location where John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their Bed-In for Peace protest and recorded Give Peace a Chance; the suite is available to book and is furnished with details commemorating the original event. The 950 guest rooms and suites — the largest hotel inventory in Montreal — are designed for both leisure and business travelers, featuring ergonomic workstations, high-speed connectivity, and premium bedding. Gold Floor rooms offer dedicated concierge lounge access and enhanced amenities. Rosélys restaurant serves contemporary Quebec cuisine in an elegant setting, complemented by several bars. Wellness amenities include an indoor heated pool, a full-service spa, and a comprehensive fitness center. The hotel's extensive convention and meeting facilities make it one of Montreal's primary hubs for conferences, galas, and corporate events. The concierge team is adept at managing large groups and individual leisure travelers with equal efficiency.
Amenities
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Multiple restaurants
- Bar
- Fitness center
- Business center
- Direct metro access
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Location
900 Boulevard Rene-Levesque Ouest, Montreal, QC H3B 4A5
45.4997, -73.5698 — View on map
Highlights
- Historic suite 1742 where John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their Bed-In for Peace in May 1969
- Direct underground connection to Bonaventure Metro and the RÉSO winter pedestrian network
- 950 rooms make it Montreal's largest hotel — exceptional for conferences and large groups
- $140 million renovation completed 2017 blending mid-century heritage with contemporary design
- Rosélys restaurant serving contemporary Quebec cuisine in an elegant downtown setting
Tips
- The underground metro connection means in winter guests can explore much of downtown without outdoor clothing — a major practical advantage.
- Suite 1742 is a unique cultural experience — book it for a milestone occasion or as a John Lennon pilgrimage.
- The Gold Floor concierge level provides dedicated check-in, lounge access, and evening refreshments for an enhanced stay.
- Parking at the hotel is expensive; the connected Gare Centrale parking structure offers more competitive rates.
- Convention and meeting groups should inquire about multi-room packages, which offer significant savings at this scale.
FAQ
What is the historical significance of Suite 1742?
Suite 1742 is where John Lennon and Yoko Ono held their famous Bed-In for Peace in May 1969, during which they recorded Give Peace a Chance. The suite can be booked by guests and is furnished with commemorative details evoking the original event.
How large is Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth?
With 950 guest rooms and suites, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth is the largest hotel in Montreal. It also contains one of the city's most extensive convention and meeting facility footprints, accommodating groups of all sizes.
What is the connection to the underground city?
The hotel has direct underground access to Bonaventure Metro station and connects to Montreal's RÉSO underground pedestrian network, linking guests to office towers, shopping centres, and restaurants across downtown without above-ground exposure to winter weather.
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
The hotel is well-suited for families, with spacious rooms, an indoor pool, and proximity to Montreal's main attractions including the Old Port, Science Centre, and Biodôme. The underground network connection makes winter family travel considerably easier.
Accessibility
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth is fully accessible throughout its public areas, meeting rooms, and guest floors, with dedicated accessible rooms featuring roll-in showers and wider clearances. The underground metro connection is also wheelchair-accessible, eliminating weather-related mobility challenges common in winter.