1. Rosewood Hotel Georgia
For travelers who put a premium on luxury, the Rosewood Hotel Georgia delivers. Recent visitors said the staff’s attention to detail makes guests feel like royalty. And the 156 rooms and suites aren’t too shabby either: Accommodations feature views of the hotel’s inner courtyard or the Vancouver cityscape, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee makers and complimentary Wi-Fi. The bathrooms are just as impressive with oversized cotton bath linens and heated floors. For extra pampering, treat yourself to a visit at Sense, A Rosewood Spa. When hunger sets in, the swanky Reflections Terrace (open during the warmer months), serves cocktails and small plates. Meanwhile, Hawksworth Restaurant features a formal atmosphere and a menu with locally inspired cuisine. But when just drinks will do, kick back at the 1927 Lobby Lounge, which borrows its name from the building’s original construction in 1927. You’ll find this Rosewood outpost in downtown Vancouver at the corner of Howe and West Georgia streets (around the corner from the Vancouver Art Gallery).
2. Ritz-Carlton Montréal
The Ritz-Carlton, Montréal lives up to the brand’s reputation by providing sophisticated accommodations and superb service in a location that’s well-suited for both business and leisure travelers. Set in downtown Montreal (within walking distance of Mont-Royal Park and the McGill University campus), this Ritz-Carlton earns high praise for its stylish guest rooms, decorated in neutral tones with luxe accents. All accommodations come appointed with 47-inch LCD flat-screen TVs and bathrooms outfitted with rain showers, flat-screen TVs and toilets with heated seats. The property also houses a fitness center and a small indoor rooftop pool, not to mention a garden and terrace. After a long day, you can satisfy your craving for gourmet French fare at renowned chef Daniel Boulud’s restaurant, Maison Boulud. Yet despite all of these on-site offerings, it’s the Ritz’s impeccable customer service that impresses travelers time and time again. And thanks to Ritz’s affiliation with Marriott, guests participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program and can earn or trade in their rewards points for extra perks.
