Casa De Mateo

This hotel is right around the corner from Notre Dame, which is an excellent location! It was a perfect walk all around the city and not too far from the subway. Definitely in an ideal location. We somehow managed to snag a super good deal, so our room was cheap and it was very cute. We had a little table and chairs, our own bathroom, an armoire, a TV, and a full-size bed. The bed wasn't very comfortable (it was very hard), but otherwise the place was great. It was warm enough when we got home to get out of the freezing February weather, and that's the important thing! Since we went for Valentine's Day, it was nice that the room was cute and romantic. Breakfast was served in the Mexican restaurant below the auberge. It was very basic, some bread and juice. We didn't eat at the restaurant during normal hours, though. When we checked out, there was no one at the desk (in a small room), so we stuck the keys under the door. We also couldn't find anyone to ask questions most of the time, and the payphone by the check in area didn't work.

While the staff does work hard, I found the place to be extremely expensive for what it has to offer. The room was only cleaned before I checked in. Every day I had to empty my trash bin and make the bed (I don't know if this is a standard for hostels in Montreal). Rooms had a good size, and bathrooms were good. Watch out for the free triglyceride increasing breakfast which comprises one croissant, half a muffin and a glass of juice, no fruit. Wifi does not reach the rooms.

This hotel serves its purpose. It's close to everything and the mexican restaurant downstairs is good. Fanny, is very helpful and sweet! Value for money. You actually save a lot because most places of interest are within walking distance.