Montreal Gay and Lesbian Vacations

Divers/cite Montreal

Alexander Dunphy

Your gay Montréal vacation

Rainbow columns on the subway entrance to The Village might be your first clue that Montréal is one of the most friendly and inclusive cities in North America. The largest French-speaking city in the world after Paris, it's also Canada's second-largest metropolis. Montréal remains a beacon to the gay and lesbian community, who can't get enough of its creativity, not to mention free-spirited and fun-loving character.

Featured Hotels

LGBT-welcoming Montreal hotels

Nightly rates from $128

Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain

4 stars
4.0 / 5 71 reviews
Swanky Montreal hotel in city center with Mediterranean restaurantConnected to a metro station, a VIA Rail Canada station and the Underground City, the 36-floor Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain hotel is within walking distance to the Bell Centre. Features include an on-site Mediterranean restaurant with an open kitchen, a fitness center with indoor lap pool, steam room and jetted tub, and guest rooms with oversized, arching windows framing expansive city and river views. Amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access hold appeal for business and leisure travelers alike. Highlights Fitness center with cardio equipment, indoor lap pool, steam room and spa tubSpacious guest rooms with sweeping city views through large, floor- to-ceiling windowsDirectly connected to transportation and shopping of the Underground City RoomsAll 611 guest rooms at the Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain hotel have one king or two double beds with arching, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city or Saint Lawrence River. Rooms also offer work desks, complimentary wireless Internet access and cable TVs with premium programming. Coffee makers, irons and ironing boards and hair dryers are on hand, and guests receive complimentary weekday newspapers. Deluxe rooms, some with panoramic views, feature upgrades such shoe-shine machines, minibars and CD players as well as access to a 35th-floor lounge with complimentary continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres and evening sweets. FeaturesThe 36-story Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain hotel is perched above the Underground City, directly connected to metro and the VIA Rail Canada stations, and within walking distance from all major festivals. A Mediterranean restaurant with open kitchen and a fitness center with lap pool, steam room and Jacuzzi offer a place to unwind, while a full-service business center with copying, faxing, translation, and secretarial and postal services keep guests at the Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain hotel connected throughout their stay. Guest rooms, which feature large windows with city and river views, have complimentary wireless Internet access and free weekday newspapers. Transportation Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (8.7 mi/14 km) Attractions Old Montreal (0.1 mi/0.1 km)Palais des Congres de Montreal (0.6 mi/1 km)Old Port of Montreal (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Montreal Symphony Orchestra (0.8 mi/1.3 km) Business More than 29,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space in 25 roomsFull-service business center
Value Rate includes breakfast
Nightly rates from $92

Hotel St-Denis

2 stars
3.8 / 5 32 reviews
Affordable downtown Montreal hotel with newly renovated roomsThe historic, 1920s-era Hotel St-Denis is at the crux of many major Montreal attractions. Featuring newly renovated, modern guest rooms, a health club, a business center and a restaurant specializing in fine Italian cuisine, it also houses a conference room accommodating up to 20 people. Situated in the Latin Quarter, the Hotel St-Denis is close to shopping, dining, nightlife and many sites, including Old Montreal, and it is also near the subway station, bus and the train. Highlights Historic 1920s hotel housing modernized guest rooms with wood flooringIdeal location, moments from major sites, shopping, dining and nightlifeValue-minded hotel with convenient amenities, including an on-site Italian restaurant and conference facilities RoomsThe comfortable, recently remodeled guest rooms at the Hotel St-Denis have one king or two double beds as well as wood flooring, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, hair dryers, cable TVs, phones with voice mail phone, wake-up calls and wireless Internet access (fees apply). Some rooms also feature desks and sofa beds for two. FeaturesBuilt in the 1920s, the Hotel St-Denis is a value and comfort-minded hotel in the Latin Quarter with many amenities, ranging from a business center and workout room to an on-site lounge and restaurant serving Italian fare. A convenient location -- coupled with a friendly staff -- add to its charm. Situated near sightseeing, shopping, dining and nightlife, the smoke-free Hotel St-Denis caters to both business and leisure guests and is close to both the Palais des Congres and Old Montreal. TransportationNear the subway station, bus and trainMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (15 mi/24.1 km) Attractions Old Montreal (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Atwater Market (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Galerie de Bellefeuille (0.2 mi/0.3 km) Business Newly built conference facility totaling 1,000 square feetBusiness center
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Nightly rates from $135

Chateau Versailles

4 stars
4.0 / 5 94 reviews
Century Hotel with beautiful luxury guest rooms and suites in a historic settingSituated along the Golden Mile of downtown Montreal, the Victorian style Chateau Versailles is steps from fine shopping, dining and attractions. This 100 year old historic, sculpture-laden property -- complete with fitness room, sauna and business center -- has spacious meeting and banquet facilities as well as guest rooms outfitted with original crown moldings and Matisse prints. Added perks include complimentary buffet breakfast, room service, and optional babysitting services. This four-story hotel does not have elevators. Business Banquet and meeting facilities for up to 20Around-the-clock business center with computers, printer, fax machine and wireless Internet services Highlights Historic, art-adorned Victorian boutique property with high ceilings and ornate architectural detailsConvenient, luxury location amid the Golden Mile of MontrealComplimentary, elaborate continental breakfast RoomsAll 65 luxurious guest rooms and suites at the Chateau Versailles are located on four floors and are adorned with numbered Matisse prints, rich colors, high ceilings and original crown molding. Rooms have one queen or one double bed with minibars, in-room safes, cable televisions with pay movies, clock radios and wireless Internet service (fees apply). Some rooms at the Chateau Versailles overlook Sherbrooke Street. Additional amenities include video consoles and bathrooms with hair-dryers and bathrobes. FeaturesAdorned with art, including numbered Matisse prints in architecturally stunning guest rooms, the Victorian-style, boutique Chateau Versailles is conveniently located within the Golden Mile of Montreal. While the setting is historic, the property has a keen eye toward the comfort of its guests, with features that range from an on-site restaurant and fitness center with saunas for both men and women to banquet and meeting facilities and a complimentary buffet spread at breakfast. The hotel does not have elevator facilities. TransportationMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (8.1 mi/13.1 km) Attractions Le Hameau (0.1 mi/0.2 km)Museum of Fine Arts (0.3 mi/0.5 km)St. Deni Theatre (1.6 mi/2.7 km) Policies and fees Valet parking is available for $27.00 per dayThe hotel serves afternoon tea to all guests
Nightly rates from $107

Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel

4 stars
4.2 / 5 52 reviews
Centrally located, renovated Montreal hotel with lap pool and spaNestled in to the heart of downtown Montreal, the recently renovated Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel is the recipient of a 4 Green Keys award for its environmental program. Located one block from Saint-Catherine Street, the property is outfitted with an indoor lap pool, whirlpool and sixth-floor fitness center, plus a bistro and bar. A tree-shaded terrace and 37th-floor club lounge with panoramic city views afford a place to unwind. Meanwhile, guest rooms with plush, pillow-top mattresses and plump duvets ensure a comfortable slumber. Highlights Complimentary, interactive communications hub called Link@Sheraton to keep guests connected throughout stayRecently renovated property in the heart of downtown MontrealAwarded 4 Green Keys for its environmental program RoomsAll 825 recently renovated guest rooms at the Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel have one queen, one king or two double, signature Sweet Sleeper Beds with LCD flat-screen cable TVs with premium programming, in-room laptop safes and wireless Internet access (fees apply). Club-level rooms, located on floors 34-36, have sitting areas, full-length mirrors and art print-adorned walls and include access to the 37th-floor lounge, which serves complimentary continental breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres. FeaturesThe luxurious, updated Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel is a 37-story property in the center of downtown Montreal, steps from Saint-Catherine Street. Among its attributes are a plush, banquette-lined bistro, trendy café/bar and 37th-floor club lounge serving a complimentary continental breakfast with sweeping views of the city. A heated indoor lap pool, sauna, hot tub and massage studio are met by perks such as a fitness center, sixth-floor terrace and complimentary communication hub with free wireless Internet service and workstations. Added amenities include expansive, flexible meeting spaces and cushy guest rooms with plush pillow-top mattresses and fluffy duvets. TransportationMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (12.4 mi/20 km) Attractions Bell Centre (0.1 mi/0.2 km)Cathedral of Marie-Reine-du-Monde (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Crescent Street (0.5 mi/0.8 km) BusinessMeeting space at Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel spans 51,846 square feetTotal of 43 mix-and-match meeting and function rooms Complimentary communication hub with wireless Internet access, workstations and printer access Policies and feesFor non-U.S. hotels, rates confirmed in USD may be converted to local currency by the hotel at your time of stay, based on the exchange rate used by the hotel. Effective January 1, 2011, the Quebec Provincial Sales Tax (TVQ-PST) will increase from 7.5 percent to 8.5 percent. Please contact the hotel for more information.
Nightly rates from $106

Auberge le Pomerol

3 stars
4.0 / 5 12 reviews
The hotel Le Pomerol with its ultra-design décor filled with finesse and warmth is a real jewel of style and elegance. As you will pass our doors, calm and well-being will overtake you. Its 27 spacious rooms offer you the same great comfort with a different refined look in each of them. The hall offers its broad panels to the generosity of the external lighting which floods space. Decoration, extremely elegant and diversified, is magnificently raised by selected painting and objets d'art. Harbor of peace in full heart of the effervescent downtown area, Pomerol marks its difference by a licked elegance and a great concern of details. Each twenty-seven room show distinct personality. Many have a whirlpool bath, a little lounge or a working space. All of them have air conditioning with remote control to make sure you have a pleasant and comfortable stay with us. Also, in every room, we offer you free high speed and wireless Internet access, as well as the television with cable.
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Best in Stay

LGBT Best in Stay Montreal hotels

Nightly rates from $106

Auberge le Pomerol

3 stars
4.0 / 5 12 reviews
The hotel Le Pomerol with its ultra-design décor filled with finesse and warmth is a real jewel of style and elegance. As you will pass our doors, calm and well-being will overtake you. Its 27 spacious rooms offer you the same great comfort with a different refined look in each of them. The hall offers its broad panels to the generosity of the external lighting which floods space. Decoration, extremely elegant and diversified, is magnificently raised by selected painting and objets d'art. Harbor of peace in full heart of the effervescent downtown area, Pomerol marks its difference by a licked elegance and a great concern of details. Each twenty-seven room show distinct personality. Many have a whirlpool bath, a little lounge or a working space. All of them have air conditioning with remote control to make sure you have a pleasant and comfortable stay with us. Also, in every room, we offer you free high speed and wireless Internet access, as well as the television with cable.
Nightly rates from $189

W Montreal

4 stars
4.4 / 5 10 reviews
Eco-conscious hotel in historic, repurposed building with Acura escortLocated in the Banque du Canada building in the up-and-coming Quartier International District, the luxurious, super-stylish W Montreal was awarded Conde Nast Traveller UK's Best New Hotel award and a 2010 Fodor's Choice distinction. Amenities include a spa, Internet access throughout the hotel, an Acura escort service and a dedicated Whatever/Whenever team to cater to all needs and whims. The W Montreal also houses an ambient, lounge-like Living Room and a fitness center as well as hip, ash, stone and chrome-accented guest rooms. Highlights Recipient of Conde Nast Traveller UK's and Best New Hotel award and a 2010 Fodor's Choice distinctionAwarded four Green Keys by the Hotel Association of Canada for its environmental initiativesDedicated Whatever/Whenever team to attend to all needs and wants of guests RoomsAll of the urban-feeling guest rooms at the W Montreal are kitted out with ebony-stained ash furniture and chrome and stone details, while overlooking Square Victoria Park though oversized windows. Entertainment systems have 42-inch, flat-panel TVs with DVD players and pay movies, and pillow-top beds are draped in luxury linens. Glass-enclosed, "voyeur" rain-showers, bathrobes, cosmetic mirrors and Bliss toiletries are in bathrooms. High-speed Internet access and 24-hour room service is available (fees may apply). Upgraded rooms and suites at the W Montreal have sleek divans. FeaturesLocated in the Banque du Canada building facing Square Victoria Park within the Quartier International District, the W Montreal is within walking distance of the Montreal Convention Center. On-site amenities range from a spa offering body, massage and anti-aging treatments to a fitness center, guest rooms with 42-inch TVs and pillow-top mattresses and an Italian-Mediterranean restaurant and three lounges. A Whatever/Whenever program and Acura car service are additional perks. TransportationMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (9.5 mi/15.3 km) Attractions Square Victoria Park (Across the street)Notre Dame Basilica (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Sainte-Catherine Street (0.4 mi/0.6 km) Business A total of five mezzanine-level meeting spaces with more than 3,000 square feet of spaceFacilities for up to 120 peopleMotivational recess program for business attendeesAudiovisual equipment Wireless and high-speed Internet access Policies and feesFor non-US hotels, rates confirmed in USD may be converted to local currency by the hotel at your time of stay, based on the exchange rate used by the hotel. Effective January 1, 2011, the Quebec Provincial Sales Tax (TVQ-PST) will change from 7.5 percent to 8.5 percent. Please contact the hotel for more information.
Value Save 15% on your stay
Nightly rates from $170

Hotel St Paul

4 stars
3.8 / 5 8 reviews
Hotel Le St Paul MontrealSituated in scenic Old Montreal, this beautifully restored heritage building sports a refreshingly modern interior.  Enjoy French hospitality and fine cuisine in at Hambar Restaurant, which serves an extensive menu of ‘cuisine du marché’ dishes and impressive wine list and offers a gastronomic ham-tasting experience. An elegant bar accommodates guests simply wishing to enjoy a glass of wine and finger food.  Along with its sophisticated hors d’oeuvres menu, Hambar offers a premium selection of aperitifs, spirits and champagne, making it the ideal setting for light fare, day and night in Old Montreal. 3 Reasons To Stay:Situated in a heritage building only steps away from attractions and fine diningWinner of design awards with décor that incorporates essence of fire, ice, earth and skyProximity to major modes of transportation Hotel le St. Paul RoomsThe clean lines and vibrant whites of the interior make all 120 guest rooms and suites stylish and modern. Marble floors and mosaic tiles in the bathroom accompany bathrobes hanging above the deep soaker tubs. Guests will feel right at home with comforts and amenities such as soft duvets and comfortable beds. Turndown service offers complimentary chocolates.  Windows are large and open to let in natural light and air to the already luminous ambiance. Things To Do:Centaur Theatre (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History (Pointe-a-Calliere) (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Vieux-Montreal  (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Notre Dame Basilica (0.3 mi/0.5 km) Place d'Armes (0.3 mi/0.5 km)Vieux Port (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Palais des congres de Montreal (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Jean-Paul Riopelle Square (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Vieux-Port (0.3 mi/0.6 km)Jacques Cartier Square (0.4 mi/0.7 km)
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Nightly rates from $169

Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal

4 stars
4.6 / 5 34 reviews
Sleek Montreal property with verdant, romantic terrace restaurantLocated in Old Montreal, the pet-friendly Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal is a luxury hotel with spacious guest suites, two with private terraces overlooking the historic neighborhood where it resides. Meanwhile, a flower-frocked terrace restaurant with fresh herb garden and bubbling fountains joins another sleek, locally minded eatery specializing in Quebec cuisine. Added amenities include room service, massage therapy and guest suites with kitchenettes and complimentary wireless Internet access. Highlights Secluded, ultra-romantic terrace-situated S Le Restaurant, punctuated by flowers, foliage and fountainsRoomy, posh suites with complimentary wireless Internet access, two with private terraces overlooking Old MontrealSituated within walking distance from the convention center, Chinatown and Notre Dame Basilica RoomsAll of the 108 spacious, luxurious, climate-controlled suites at the Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal feature a queen bed with contemporary duvet bedding and sofa beds as well as complimentary Internet access, kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators, minibars and coffee makers. Added amenities are turndown service, bathrobes and designer toiletries. French windows open to views of the picturesque courtyard or Old Montreal. Two suites feature private balconies, and many suites have fireplaces. Additional perks include room service, a color cable TV with pay movies, luxurious bathrooms, in-room safes, irons and ironing boards, and cordless telephones with voice mail. FeaturesAmong the defining features of the Old Montreal-centered Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal are its two restaurants, one set on a romantic terrace amid landscaped grounds. A fireplace-outfitted, stonewall lobby gives way to luxurious, spacious guest suites with duvet-topped beds, complimentary Internet access, and views of Old Montreal or the flower-filled courtyard. Some rooms also have fireplaces and private balconies. A convenient address near the convention center and many attractions makes the Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal an ideal choice for leisure and business travelers. Transportation Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (10 mi/16 km) Attractions Old Port of Montreal (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Montreal Convention Center (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Chinatown (0.5 mi/0.8 km) BusinessCorporate meeting and banquet rooms for up to 80 people at Le Saint-Sulpice Hotel Montreal
Nightly rates from $99

Gouverneur Place Dupuis Montreal

4 stars
3.6 / 5 42 reviews
Latin Quarter hotel with direct access to Underground City of MontrealThe Gouverneur Place Dupuis Montreal is in the Latin Quarter, steps from Old Montreal and Saint-Denis Street, the site of festivals such as Just for Laughs. The hotel has some suites overlooking the Saint-Lawrence River, complimentary high-speed Internet access in all guest rooms, and amenities such as a lounge, an exercise room, indoor and outdoor pools with a sauna and indoor Jacuzzi, and a restaurant serving continental cuisine,. The property also has a business center and spa services as well as direct access to the Underground City of Montreal. HighlightsCentrally located hotel near the festivals of Saint-Denis Street, Old Montreal, and both sightseeing and shoppingComplimentary Internet access in all guest rooms, including suites overlooking the Saint-Lawrence RiverDirect access to the Underground City RoomsThe 352 guest rooms and suites at the Gouverneur Place Dupuis Montreal have the option of one queen, one king or two double beds. The rooms feature coffee makers, hair dryers, clock radios, data ports, 25-inch televisions with pay movies and games, and complimentary Internet service. Upper-level superior rooms include a buffet breakfast, bathrobe and a second hands-free telephone, while business rooms at the Gouverneur Place Dupuis Montreal include free 24-hour access to the business center, a full breakfast, an ergonomic chair and a 27-inch television as well as luxurious bathrooms with a glass walk-in shower, a deluxe bathrobe and a makeup mirror. FeaturesThe Gouverneur Place Dupuis Montreal is a centrally located, Latin Quarter hotel with amenities attractive to business and leisure travelers, such as inside and outside pools, an indoor Jacuzzi, a sauna, spa services, an exercise room and guest rooms with complimentary Internet access. Located steps from Montreal attractions, including festivals on Saint-Denis Street and the convention center, the hotel affords direct access to the metro (subway) and the Underground City. TransportationMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (21 mi/33.7 km) Attractions L'atelier de sculpture du Village (0.1 mi/0.3 km)Galerie de Bellefeuille (0.1 mi/0.3 km)Les Foufounes Electriques nightclub (0.3 mi/0.6 km) Business Numerous flexible meeting spaces for conferences and banquets, ranging in size from 240 to 2,400 square feetBusiness center Policies and feesParking fee is $18.50 (effective April 16, 2012).
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Nightly rates from $119

Delta Montreal

Stylish 23-story Montreal hotel presiding over President Kennedy AvenueCentral in location, the gracious Delta Montreal is near the galleries and shopping scene of rue Sainte-Catherine. An indoor pool and whirlpool, activity center for children and spa meet amenities such as squash courts, a day spa and angular, earth-toned guest rooms with expansive, floor- to-ceiling windows. The Delta Montreal also houses a business center, convivial bar, Mediterranean restaurant and a foliage-frocked terrace with gracious city views. A fitness center, car rental and 15 flexible meeting spaces are among the added benefits. Highlights Complimentary meals for guests under 6 years and half-priced items for children ages 6 to 10 dining with an adult Day spa offering a full menu of massage and body services as well as express manicures Upper-level outdoor terrace with city views Wireless Internet access in public areas Games room for young children 100% non-smoking RoomsThe 456 earth-toned guest rooms at the Delta Montreal have one king or two double beds with coffee-makers, bathrobes, work desks and data ports. Rooms also include clock radios, in-room movies, high-speed/cable Internet access, personalized voice mail systems and bathrooms with bathrobes, hair-dryers and shaving/makeup mirrors. Premier rooms, located on floors 12 to 19, have ergonomic work chairs, upgraded bedding and complimentary Internet access. FeaturesThe Delta Montreal -- located downtown amid top attractions, shopping dining and nightlife -- looms 23 floors over President Kennedy Avenue. Highlights include a day spa, Mediterranean restaurant and landscaped terrace as well as a program for children, flexible meeting and conference space, and 456 guest rooms with oversized windows, bathrobes and bathrooms with makeup mirrors. An indoor pool, health club and sauna are also available. TransportationMontreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (20 mi/32.1 km) Attractions Place des Arts (0.3 mi/0.5 km)Rue Sainte-Catherine (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Bell Centre (0.7 mi/1.1 km) Business Diverse, flexible meeting space ranging from 600 to 6,237 square feetA total of 15 meeting and function spaces with high-speed Internet accessAudiovisual equipmentBusiness center
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Flights
Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
New York Montreal Wed, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 28 $297
Los Angeles Montreal Wed, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 6 $541
Fort Lauderdale Montreal Thu, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 24 $332
Chicago Montreal Mon, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 15 $327
Washington DC Montreal Tue, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 15 $407
San Francisco Montreal Tue, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 26 $605
Boston Montreal Tue, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 17 $352
Newark Montreal Tue, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 16 $335
Orlando Montreal Fri, Jan 25 - Tue, Feb 12 $323
Toronto Montreal Mon, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 11 $213
Dallas Montreal Wed, Jan 23 - Tue, Feb 12 $545
Denver Montreal Mon, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 17 $453
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Montreal highlights

  • Strolling Sainte-Catherine Street

    Busy Sainte-Catherine Street is the epicenter of much of the action, and its fashion and specialty boutiques, restaurants as well as multi-storied bars and clubs are frequented by an easy-going assortment of out-of-towners and natives. You'll see all manner of shoppers, strollers, diners, and cocktail-sipping terrace-sitters here, especially in warmer weather.

    LGBT nightlife

    The nightlife scene is also legendary, pumping into the wee hours with an excellent selection of bars and clubs as well as fun cabaret-drag shows (a must-see is local favorite Mado and her outrageous antics).

    Exploring Montréal

    Architecturally magnificent Old Montréal has cafés, restaurants and boutiques to suit any traveler's tastes, and the leafy, hillside Parc La Fontaine is a favorite of gay sunbathers soaking up the summer and views.

    A rainbow of events

    Divers/Cité, an LGBT festival as in July focuses on the performing arts and community, followed by Célébrations LGBTA's colorful pride parade in August. October's Black & Blue Festival circuit party returned to its traditional venue at the gargantuan, futuristic Olympic Stadium in 2011. Smaller but just as hopping parties include the New Year's Eve Bal des Boys, the Red Party for Valentine's Day, the Bal en Blanc (White Party) for Easter, and the Hot and Dry in May.

Insider tips for Montreal gay travel

  • Visit during high season

    This may go against the grain of most travel advice, but Montreal is truly at its best in summer, from May through September, when the city erupts with sunshine, joy and tons of gay parties and festivals. Be sure to book your hotel early!

    Bon appétit!

    Montreal has more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in North America. Local favorites include smoked meat and bagels, while world influences run the gamut from sushi bars to Parisian-styled bistros, not to mention Middle Eastern cafés and Moroccan eateries. Be sure to try the local favorite poutine, a dish of French fries and fresh cheese curds.

    The Quebecois dialect can differ from traditional French

    You may be proud of your high school French, but understanding the quirks of the Quebecois dialect can be a bit confusing to the uninitiated. Having said that, most signs are bilingual and reading French will help you get by.

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