Suspended 17 stories above downtown, Hôtel Bonaventure isn’t just a place to stay—it’s an architectural landmark. Built atop the massive Place Bonaventure complex in 1967, this brutalist monolith was part of Montréal’s push into the future during Expo 67. Half a century later, its unique design remains a defining feature of the city’s skyline, offering panoramic views and a rare rooftop sanctuary in the urban core.

Step off the elevator, and the city fades into a carefully curated oasis: winding streams, koi ponds, and landscaped gardens that change with the seasons. Even in winter, heated fountains keep the resident ducks content. And then there’s the pool—Canada’s first rooftop swimming pool—heated and open year-round, letting guests float between skyscrapers no matter the weather.

Recent renovations by Lemay-Michaud have brought the hotel into the present without stripping away its storied past. It’s still one of Montréal’s most distinctive stays—where modernist ambition meets quiet retreat, just above the city’s hum.