Ambrose House & Cafe - SELF CHECK-IN GUESTHOUSE

Hotels
8.3 (450 reviews)
3422 rue Stanley , Montréal , ca

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Charming atmosphere
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small rooms
Limited amenities
Some facilities outdated

Categories

Cleanliness
7.01
Multiple mentions of mold and issues with maintenance indicate cleanliness is an area needing improvement.
Service
8.98
Staff were mentioned as friendly and kind throughout several reviews.
Location
9.52
Numerous reviews highlighted the excellent location, particularly its convenience to downtown and attractions.
Room Quality
7.97
Mixed sentiments; while some rooms were described as comfortable, others faced issues like size and heating.
Amenities
7.5
General lack of amenities noted, including broken fixtures and outdated facilities.
Value for Money
8.46
While some reviewers noted great value due to location, the quality issues brought down overall value perception.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Positive remarks about the cafe's offerings, though also some mentions of limited fresh options.
Overall Experience
8.48
Overall experiences were predominantly positive, with a few significant concerns noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-02 09:21

Property Description

Charming Victorian-Style Hotel in Downtown Montreal

Historic Elegance: Step into the 19th-century charm of the Ambrose Hotel, offering Victorian-style architecture and modern amenities like free WiFi. Each room boasts a cable TV, work desk, and air conditioning for a comfortable stay.

Prime Location: Conveniently situated near Peel metro station, Ambrose House & Cafe is a short walk from major shopping centers and iconic landmarks like the Bell Centre, Museum of Fine Arts, and McGill University.

Unique Experience: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the hotel with students living on-site, adding a dynamic touch to your stay.

Book your stay at the Ambrose Hotel for a perfect blend of history and modern comfort.

Important information:

Please note that due to the historical nature of the hotel, there is no elevator. Upper floors are only accessibly by stairs.Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CAD 30 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 450 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.01
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.48
• solo_traveller • ca
10
Well located, lovely and cute little hotel with a very friendly staff and comfortable, clean rooms.
Pros:

Most comfortable bed I've ever been in honestly. The staff were so kind and friendly, the whole place was really cute and I loved my whole stay. Room was perfect for me, what I expected size and facility-wise and very comfortable and clean! The food at the cafe downstairs was delicious (especially the hot chocolate). Location was great too!

Cons:

Can't really think of anything I didn't like with my stay, it was great! There was a long, narrow staircase to get up to my room, so maybe something to consider for people with mobility challenges.

2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • ca
8
Overall positive
Pros:

Central

Cons:

Parking for guest wasn’t great and looked dangerous

2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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QIRUI • solo_traveller • ca
10
2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Candace • extended_group • fr
1
Pros:

Proximity to the mont. Walking distance

Cons:

No heating in the room. We froze in the snowy below zero conditions.

Cracked bathroom basin
TV didn't work
Mold in the shower
Looked more like a dump/renovation site outside our door.
Loose wiring in the ceiling
Nobody to talk to at check.in/check out
More like a glorified hostel feel with the old walls and bunkbed

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Lydie • couple • fr
7
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Phil • couple • us
7
Pros:

Location. Room size.

Cons:

Not even a hook to hang your coat.

2025-11-30 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • ca
8
Pros:

Près de temps, l'hôtel a beaucoup de cachet.

2025-11-30 • via Nuitee
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Grace • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Really cute and cozy place. Older building but it doesn't take away from the charm. Close to the Metro station Peel and you're right close to downtown.

2025-11-19 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • lb
9
2025-11-18 • via Nuitee
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Werner • solo_traveller • ch
8
2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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silvi • solo_traveller • fr
10
2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
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brian d • couple • us
6
2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • solo_traveller • ca
8
Fantastic value & location!
Pros:

This is an amazing location for access to McGill, downtown, shopping $ restaurants - all walkable!
A converted house - my room was spacious with renovated bathroom.

Cons:

Some of the common areas show a little age & Cafe is great for coffee, tea & breakfast items. But not an issue as numerous options nearby!

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Kristi • couple • ca
8
A terrific location on a lovely street!
Pros:

The location, the character of the building and the coffee bar. Nice shower, felt very European.

Cons:

Bed was small and a little soft. Overall the room and bathroom were small but that’s what you get in a character building.

2025-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Luc • couple • fr
10
Beau séjour. A recommander.
Pros:

Très bel endroit un peu vintage avec beaucoup de charme.

2025-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • family_with_children • ca
5
Location is superb, facility not so much so.
Pros:

The location was extremely good.

Cons:

The room was very small. We stayed in one of the family rooms and the bunks were very small. Suitable for two children but not ideal for two adults. The room also had a not so great smell, and the whole facility had the feeling of a worn out hostel. To be fair they did seem to be in the process of doing some painting,etc. but overall it still felt pretty run down.

2025-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Juan Sebastian • solo_traveller • es
5
Pros:

Staff is very friendly, location is fantastic if you have business at the university or somewhere else downtown, seemed to be quiet during my stay.

Cons:

The pictures show a "boho chic" vibe that is actually a clearly quite old and very very tired looking hotel. The walls in my room were clearly supposed to be white, but were blackened and coated with some kind of grime. I could somehow smell my neighbor's bathroom from my room.

2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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SHIHORI • family_with_children • jp
10
カフェのスタッフの方が鍵の掛け方、開け方など、とても親切に対応してくださり安心でした。
Pros:

とても雰囲気の良い建物とカフェと内装でした

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • pl
6
Requires retrofit
Pros:

The property should be retrofitted

Cons:

Obsolete, overused equipment, carpets, furnitures

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • solo_traveller • au
5
Below average - and im not very picky!
Pros:

Location. Building.

Cons:

Staying there a few years ago, i would call the D'Ambrose "shabby chic". Now i would say mostly "shabby". I did need to iron clothes, and the staff said they would put ironing facilities in my room. They didn't and i was poorly presented for work thew following day. The Cafe only opens at 8, and other than have average coffee, there was no fresh food available at opening. Toilet seat broken, carpets in common areas disgustting.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee