Valentine’s Day: Unforgettable Moments in Old Montreal

Last update: February 3, 2023

Whether this year’s Valentine’s Day is celebrated in love or in friendship, Old Montreal without a doubt holds the glimmer of sweetness or spiciness you need for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day. Hotels are welcoming guests, boutiques and spas are waiting for you; the historic neighborhood is getting restless!

HOTELS

For a change from your daily grind, nothing works quite like a staycation or a Valentine’s Day vacation. Whether you’re from out of town or you’re a Montreal denizen, the charm of our hotels is a promise of happiness.

Hotel St-Paul, 355 Saint-Paul Street

The Valentine's Deal offered by this business is a wonderful invitation to spend time with your love. Enjoy a night in a superior room with an upgrade upon arrival according to availability, a half bottle of Champagne and the possibility of a late check-out at 3pm. Add to that a chocolate treat and breakfast delivered to the door.

Hotel William Gray, 421 Saint-Vincent Street

With its Winter Garden tucked away in its interior courtyard, and its stylish rooms, the William Gray Hotel is the place to celebrate Valentine’s Day for a night or a weekend. The package includes a bottle of bubbly, a sweet surprise prepared by a chef, and in-room breakfast. You also receive a 15% discount at the William Gray Spa and a $50 credit at Maggie Oakes or Jacopo's restaurants located on the premises, so you can stay in your romantic bubble and enjoy specially designed meals for two.

Le Petit Hotel, 168 Saint-Paul Street West

This place full of pep and charm is offering a sweet surprise, your choice of one bottle of sparkling or regular wine, and of course, breakfast in your room, with this package where romance is the main focus.

Hotel Gault, 449 Sainte-Hélène Street

Nothing is too good for this mythical address in the heart of Old Montreal, which offers a romantic stay entitled Declaration of Love. This offer includes a delicious breakfast for two, chocolates and champagne, rose petals scattered in the room and a late check-out at 2pm to sleep in.

Hôtel Le Saint-Sulpice, 414 Saint-Sulpice Street

For Valentine's Day, stay in a warm and spacious suite at Hôtel Saint-Sulpice and treat yourself to the romantic package! It includes a night's stay in one of the suites, a red rose, a love bear from Juliette et Chocolat and two bottles of Henkell sparkling wine. Thanks to the late check-out included, you will have time to enjoy your romantic stay in Old Montreal. You want to enjoy a 3 course meal in addition to your stay? The Valentine's Day package is the perfect choice with a meal and bubbles at Oskar restaurant. Both packages are available until February 19th.

RESTAURANTS

You may spend a romantic evening out at the restaurant, or from the comfort of your home – the choice is yours!

Ikanos, 112 McGill Street

This restaurant specializing in seafood has come up with a Valentine’s Day menu that we have just fallen in love with! From the snow crab salad, to the salmon koulibiack and the Rossini steak among other dishes more appetizing than the others, we can't resist. Good to know, you can order online directly, and the box is available from February 10th to the 18th.

Pincette, 94 Saint-Paul Street East

From February 11th to the 18th, lobster is on the menu for this table d'hôte menu, created specially for Valentine’s Day. Scallop ceviche, clam chowder, homemade lobster ravioli, cavatelli and truffle purée, with desserts like a deconstructed tarte au citron or a modern cheesecake, all in an intimate seaside setting. That’s a yes from us!

Winter Terrasse William Gray

From February 8 to 14, Winter's Terrasse William Gray will offer an exclusive menu for brunch and dinner. As Valentine's Day approaches, a meal in a heated dome with a view of Old Montreal is a unique way to celebrate the holiday of love.

Bloom Sushi, 368 Saint-Paul Street West

Are you in the mood for a romantic vegan dinner? Bloom Sushi's botanical cuisine has everything you need. Its special menu for February 14 includes a glass of bubbles or kombucha per person, a Bloom miso soup or edamame appetizer per person, 18 pieces of futomaki to share, as well as a chocolate brownie & matcha ice cream to share, all for $75 for 2 people.

Nelli Bistro, 104 Saint-Paul Street West

Take advantage of the lovers' day by enjoying the special menu offered at Nelli Bistro prepared for the occasion. For $90 per person, you can choose from 4 appetizers including oysters, foie gras terrine, crispy fried feta or beef tartar. You will be able to choose a dish for 2 from a good selection including a slow cooked lamb shank, a Mediterranean style whole sea bass, a Tagliata sirloin or a spaghetti with lobster. As for dessert, you will end the meal with a chocolate mousse and Irish cream, a real delight.

Le Muscadin, 443 Saint-Vincent Street

Head to Le Muscadin for a romantic and delicious Valentine's Day dinner. The special menu, which includes ravioli stuffed with portobellos and mushrooms, saffron risotto, lobster meat and tail and raspberry panna cotta with champagne, will be available on February 10, 11 and 14! Seating is limited, so please call 514-842-0588 to reserve.

Kyo Bar Japonais, 711 Côte place d'Armes

To enjoy a 7-course menu with Japanese flavors for Valentine's Day, reserve at Kyo Bar Japonais. Your taste buds will enjoy oysters, red tuna tartar, miso marinated black cod, to name a few. You'll be sure to please your significant other on this special evening.

Auberge Saint-Gabriel, 426 Saint-Gabriel Street

L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel has been boasting about its romanticism since 1754, so it's only natural that the establishment offers a menu specially designed for Valentine's Day. You will find a foie gras au torchon, a scallop and grapefruit crudo, a beef Wellington and a lovers' Paris Brest to top it off.

CHOCOLATES & SWEET TREATS

Sweet tooths and little kisses: with these suggestions, you’ll feel like a real gourmand!

Bar à beurre, 348 Notre-Dame Street East

In this colourful little space, Valentine’s Day is expressed joyfully with sugar! You can leave Bar à beurre with the macarons box, or the strawberries' cookie! You can also add a sexy sauce to your order.

Chocosina, 406 Saint-Sulpice Street

As the name might suggest, Chocosina is a veritable temple of chocolate! Bars, lollipops, gold nuggets, ganaches… you have a lot of choice and, say what you will, their treats were made with a lot of love. As for us, we couldn’t leave those doors without a box of their artisanal gluten-free fudges. Get one to share with your friends… or all for yourself!

IN STORE

Jewellery, cards, candles, artwork: all the gifts to express your feelings can be found in le Vieux.

L’Empreinte coopérative, 88, Saint-Paul Street West

In this boutique, holding premises since 1974, you can find a vast and wonderful selection of items created by more than 90 Quebec designers: jewellery, clothing, ceramics, stationery, zero-waste items… At L’Empreinte coopérative, we fell in love with the cute heart-shaped pendants. As well as the ornaments from their special collection.

Galerie Beauchamp, 40 Saint-Paul Street West

What better way to celebrate the enduring magic of love than with the works of Mélanie Simard, newly available at this Old Montreal gallery? With their vibrant colours and different sizes, you can start a collection, or just purchase the perfect one for your soulmate.

Mimi & August, 162, Saint-Amable Street

For a reasonable price, their unique and fun jewelry give character to any outfit while still being subtle – we love their cute coffee and lady earrings! In addition, you will also find cards drawn by Camille the owner, with cute love notes and motifs like flowers, tea, or cats.

SPAS

With their offering of massages, our Old Montreal spas are a slick gift and some of them are holding very advantageous deals for Valentine’s Day.

Bota Bota, 535, de la Commune Street West

The spa on the water will help you plan a beautiful day thanks to a special promotion: until February 14th, you will get 15% off the purchase of gift packages Aphrodite, For the Sailor, Drift, Marie-Céleste and Galena for one or two people.

Rainspa, 55 Saint-Jacques Street, 3rd floor

In this institution, they take care of your body… through a bit of gourmet attention. Chocolates and macarons await you after your massage, and you can also enjoy different advantageous offers to save money without depriving yourself of a full experience.

N.B.: Would your business fit into this list, but is not yet mentioned? Contact us and we would be happy to add it in.

Photos: Chocosina, Pincette, Hôtel William Gray, Kyo Bar Japonais