MONTREAL — There’s a new hotel gem in downtown Montreal, courtesy of the Ascend Hotel Collection.

Located between Quartier Latin and the vibrant gay village, the four-star Hotel Place Dupuis has opened its doors to both leisure and business travellers, just minutes from Montreal’s famous Old Port. While centrally located, it provides a calm oasis for its guests, featuring classical design elements in an upscale environment.

Accommodations are varied, ranging from twin bedrooms to luxurious executive suites that offer sweeping city views and hot tubs. All rooms are outfitted with flatscreen TVs, Wi-Fi, Keurig coffee makers, hairdryers, worktables and ironing equipment.

Elsewhere in the hotel, guests will find a fitness centre, indoor pool and dry saunas, 15 meeting rooms and the on-site restaurant Le Vignoble featuring beautiful views of Place Émilie-Gamelin Park. The hotel is well suited for both corporate and social events, with a capacity of 350 people for conferences and banquets. Audiovisual equipment, catering and parking are also available.

“We are delighted to have an Ascend property in downtown Montreal, steps away from many of the top attractions and nightlife and also direct access to the metro, making it super convenient for those exploring the city,” said Brian Leon, president of Choice Hotels Canada. “Offering a truly local experience is what makes a stay at an Ascend Hotel Collection property special and we are confident Hotel Place Dupuis will deliver.”

For more information go to choicehotels.com.