Maison Grinder

I only spent one night at Maison Grinder, but I would have loved to extend my stay! The atmosphere was intimate and cozy — attentive staff, a very comfortable bed, luxurious robes (softest I've ever had at a hotel), coffee station and minibar, faux candles, mood lighting, and big window that opens if you choose. Also, a delicious breakfast of coffee, yogurt & berries with granola, and banana bread, served to the room at your preferred time. It made for a relaxing night and morning, and I would definitely stay here next time I'm in Montreal. Rooms are small (as advertised), but perfect for a solo traveller or a couple. There are some stairs both to reception and up to the rooms, and I did hear some noise from the street/restaurant in the late evening, but they provide ear plugs and I had no issue sleeping. Merci beacoup, Maison Grinder!

Design over any function. No Elevators and Over 20 steep stairs just get to the reception, then another 20 stairs to get to your room! This should have been posted and apparently they do get complaints but don’t publish this because people would not book.
We were lucky at arrival and had a lovely young lady to help us with the luggage to our room and we were not so lucky on checkout, a different young girl did not want to provide help and did not have anyone designated available.
Sadly the design is tasteful, but absolutely not functional. Open shower without a door so the water pours out and it’s exposed glass shower — 0 privacy with soap/shampoo dispensers and removable shower head mounted at level below the waist of an average person.
Very tiny, no space for luggage or a table to place a breakfast tray to actually eat it (breakfast was nice and simple: yogurt, few fruits, granola).
Only one towel hook, so nowhere to hang more than one towel or place your clothing. Nice robes, bedding.
Very dark interior, lighting is cool but does not allow you to see much. Oddly a Milk Frother provided, but not the milk?
Looks good just not functional for a hotel really.
Design over function and the hiding the fact that there are over 40 steep steps and No Elevator is a huge issue. Location is not in the center.
So if you are one person with a tiny suitcase or a back pack staying only a night and need aerobic workout — this is a nice hotel.

We stayed from April 10 to April 12.
There are clearly many strong points, but also several weak ones.
On the positive side, the decor is very well done and the overall atmosphere is pleasant. The bed is super comfortable, which made the nights very restful, and the shower was excellent but the rooms are very dusty and the wine glasses in our rooms were filthy.
Some other aspects really need improvement as well. The breakfast is a major weak point: not only was it the same every morning, but the portions of banana bread were absolutely ridiculous so small they could barely hold together and would fall apart.
Finally, the service was not great, especially upon check in in the afternoon. The place is supposed to be relaxing, but the receptionist seemed on edge very stressed and all over the place. To the point where it felt almost contagious, which really really ruined the atmosphere and kind of goes against the whole point of the hotel…
Overall, it’s a place with a lot of potential, but several important details need to be improved for the experience to truly live up to expectations.
For the price we’re paying they could definitely invest in a better breakfast or atleast better portions and they could invest in some customer service classes for their staff.

I travel frequently for both work and leisure and it’s been a while since I’ve experienced such outstanding customer service, from check-in to breakfast being delivered to the room.
The room itself was sexy, yet refined and elevated. The design and lighting are beautiful, and the minibar is well curated — good products.
I loved every minute of my stay and would highly recommend it. Thank you to the team at La Maison for such a beautiful stay.

We had such a beautiful stay here. The design of this hotel is truly exceptional — easily one of the nicest rooms I’ve ever stayed in. Every detail felt intentional, elevated, and thoughtfully curated. It’s clear a lot of care went into creating the aesthetic and overall experience.
The staff were absolutely lovely. Warm, friendly, helpful, and always smiling. Every interaction felt genuine, and they were quick to assist whenever we needed anything. The location was also great — very walkable and easy to explore the area on foot.
There were a few things that could be improved. Our first night (Saturday), the restaurant transforms into a nightclub, and the bass was audible and could be felt in the room until after midnight. The hotel does provide earplugs, but they weren’t enough to block the low-frequency noise. You’ll also hear some street noise, so light sleepers may want to plan accordingly.
The in-room heat pump (which we were advised to use as a fan) was difficult to navigate — even though we have the same model at home. It beeped and flashed an error during the night, which woke us up. I had requested a fan and kettle ahead of time; we were told to use the heat pump instead and that kettles weren’t available. There is a Nespresso machine in the room, but the pod holder was empty on our first day. For tea drinkers like me, having an in-room kettle would have made mornings much more convenient, although staff were always happy to provide hot water when asked.

Had an absolutely amazing trip. The service was exceptional. The hotel is small but it gives you everything you need and absolutely exceeded my expectations. If you come to Montreal, you have to stay here! Comfortable, clean, and exceptional service.

Amazing stay! The room was beautiful, the bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable, and the staff went above and beyond. Leandre was so sweet and made our experience unforgettable.
Highly recommend and will definitely be back!

The best service I have ever had at a hotel.
The true definition of luxury is service. I have been fortunate enough in my life to stay at some of the best hotels around the world, all with incredible staff. I have to say, Maison Grinder out did every single one of them.
Without getting into detail, I will say the staff here truly went extremely far out of their way for me during our stay. They gave myself and my fiancée unreasonably good service, they went far above and beyond their job’s duties to help when we had some small issues (issues that were no fault of the hotel).
I would like to point management’s attention to Leandra on staff, who deserves a bonus for her exceptional care and diligence. Truly an MVP!
Not to mention the beauty and opulence of the rooms which felt significantly more like a lavish spa then a hotel.
We will be back. This is our new home away from home in Montreal. I cannot say enough good things about this hotel and the folks who work in it. They have earned a customer for life and my endorsement.
If you are thinking of staying here, DO IT!

At my first day, there was a logistic complication that led to a 50 minute wait to retrieve my car from the valet service.
Justin (valet worker) was very apologetic and extremely kind to explain the problems that occurred, and ensured our car was provided on time with great service for the following days! The complication was not Justin’s fault at all, as he was just the middle man retrieving the car. He helped with luggage, provided great conversation throughout the rest of my stay, and made a memorable mark as a warm hearted man. The hotel was also kind enough to reimburse that day and provide free valet parking for an additional two days.

Tranquil, calm, comfortable hotel centrally located between St. Henri and Griffintown. Rooms are spacious and moody, beds and linens were very comfy, bath towels were thick, and the welcome cocktail was a big plus.

Had an absolutely wonderful stay, visiting Montréal! Staff was friendly and efficient. Room was cute and very chic! And also clean and the bed was comfy. Loved the little extra things, like the candle, wireless charger block, and speakers. I’m now also sold on rain showers and will be looking to install one at home ASAP. And will be back!

Had a wonderful stay at Maison Grinder. The hotel is one of the nicest ones I’ve had the opportunity to stay at. The bed was unbelievably comfortable, felt like I was sleeping in a cloud. The style of the hotel is very modern with dark, wooden tones with hints of Tulum style.
Looking forward for another opportunity to stay here.

Had a fantastic stay! The rooms are beautiful and brand new, with incredibly comfortable beds and bedding. The hotel’s design is stunning, and the restaurant downstairs—run by the same group—is amazing. They even helped accommodate me when I made a mistake on my booking dates, which I really appreciated. I loved the in-room speaker for playing music, and Suite 14 had a great balcony with gorgeous city views. Overall, a wonderful experience from start to finish.