Holiday Inn Express Montreal Airport - St-Laurent Local area

Downtown Montreal is tucked at the base of Mount Royal and offers a mix of skyscrapers, historic buildings, and leafy parks. Walk along Sainte-Catherine Street, where the aroma of fresh bagels mixes with the rhythm of street performers’ music. Explore the Underground City, a subterranean complex lined with 20 miles of shops, cafés, and art galleries you don't have to endure the cold to enjoy. Reach the downtown area with ease, just a 20-minute drive from our hotel near the Airport.

Walk along the charming Old Port of Montreal, where the St. Lawrence River laps against historic cobblestone walkways. Take a stroll along the peaceful river, browse markets, enjoy acrobatic acts by street artists, and peek into the Montreal Science Centre. Stay until dusk to enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the Grande Roue de Montréal. This place is packed with character, and it's only a 20-minute drive from our hotel.

Travel to different continental ecosystems with a visit to the Montreal Biodome, only 15 minutes away. The humid warmth of the tropical rainforest will feel like heaven on a cold winter's day. When it's summer, cool off in the icy subpolar regions. Watch animals native to the Biodome's five distinct habitats frolic and play, from penguins to lynxes to tropical birds. Fun fact: the Biodome was originally built for the 1976 Montreal Summer Olympic Games as a velodrome and judo facility!

Thrills are yours to enjoy La Ronde, Quebec's largest amusement park. Nestled on Île Sainte-Hélène (St. Helen’s Island), this playground offers over 40 rides and attractions. From the adrenaline-pumping drops of the Goliath roller coaster to the dizzying spins of the Grand Carrousel, La Ronde offers fun for all ages. Whether you spend a few hours or several days exploring La Ronde, you're sure to enjoy a heart-pumping time! This amusement park is just 23 minutes from our hotel.

Mount Royal is a tree-covered hill rising from the middle of our bustling city. With landscaping designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the visionary behind New York's Central Park, there's plenty to do. Hike up to the Kondiaronk Belvedere for breathtaking panoramic views, or enjoy a picnic by sparkling Beaver Lake. In winter, the hill turns into a snowy playground for sledding, skating, and cross-country skiing. Make sure to visit this local spot just 20 minutes from our Montreal hotel.