The Queen Elizabeth
Contemporary luxury with genuine historical weight. The post-renovation bones are clean and modern — think patterned feature walls, built-in USB ports everywhere, Chromecast in rooms. But the DNA is very much a grand urban hotel that's part of the city fabric, not insulated from it. The Nacarat bar draws locals in on weeknights. The Marché Artisans concept is Montreal-forward. And you can still sleep in the room where Lennon wrote the most famous peace anthem of the 20th century.
Book Suite 1742 directly through Fairmont for the full John Lennon Bed-In experience with VR headsets and archival extras — it's bookable for regular stays, not just tours
Why It Matters
One of the most historically significant hotel rooms in North America sits on the 17th floor — Suite 1742, where the John Lennon and Yoko Ono Bed-In for Peace happened in 1969. The suite was reimagined with VR headsets, archival memorabilia, and the lyrics to 'Give Peace a Chance' etched into the walls. That alone makes this place worth knowing. The broader hotel also has a serious claim to being the city's premier convention and events address, with direct underground access to Central Station and the Montreal metro network.
Opened in 1958 as a 21-story convention hotel built directly above Montreal's Central Station, the Queen Elizabeth has the kind of résumé most hotels can only dream about. Queen Elizabeth II dined here in 1959. John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their Bed-In for Peace in Suite 1742 in 1969, recording 'Give Peace a Chance' from that bed. It served as headquarters for the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Then in 2016, owner Ivanhoé Cambridge shut the whole thing down for a year and spent over $140 million turning it into a sharp, contemporary Fairmont property designed by Sid Lee Architecture — cutting the room count from over 1,000 to 950, adding proper suites, and reconnecting the hotel's ground floor to the life of the city around it.
Where You'll Stay
14 room types available
Deluxe View King
Two panoramic windows overlooking Mary Queen of the World Cathedral and the Sun Life building. Located on floors 4–16. Popular with couples.
KingFairmont 2 Doubles
Two double beds with city views. Connects to Fairmont King room for a family or group configuration.
2 DoublesFairmont Gold King
The entry point to Fairmont Gold on floors 18–19. City skyline views, bathroom with bathtub, Chromecast. Includes Gold lounge access with continental breakfast each morning and cocktail-hour hors d'oeuvres in the evening — a meaningful perk at a hotel this size.
KingFairmont Gold Large King
Spacious Gold room with a dedicated seating area, city skyline views, and bathtub. All the Gold lounge perks included.
KingFairmont Gold Suite (King)
Full Gold suite on the top floors with a living room area and luxurious spa bathroom. Includes all Gold lounge privileges. One of the most complete room offerings in the building.
KingFairmont King (Limited City Views)
Entry-level Fairmont room on floors 4–17 with limited city views. Connects to Fairmont 2 Doubles for families or groups. Chromecast technology, clean contemporary finishes.
KingFairmont View King
Views of the Mary Queen of the World Cathedral or the Ring art installation. Good for couples. Floors 4–17.
King
Griffintown Suite
Corner suite on the 20th floor — the highest guest floor in the hotel. Living room with powder room, spa bathroom with rain shower and freestanding bathtub. Connecting room available on request.
King
John Lennon Yoko Ono Suite
This is Suite 1742 — where John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their Bed-In for Peace in 1969 and recorded 'Give Peace a Chance.' Redesigned in 2017 by Sid Lee Architecture and MASSIVart, it's an immersive experience as much as a hotel suite. The lyrics to 'Give Peace a Chance' are inscribed on the walls like a war memorial. VR headsets on the nightstands let you relive the Bed-In from John or Yoko's perspective. A rotary phone plays Lennon's voice. Archival TV footage runs on a retro set. Original 'Hair Peace' and 'Bed Peace' window decals remain. Two luxurious spa bathrooms. Dining room and kitchenette. Gold lounge access included.
KingJunior Suite (King)
420 sq ft suite on floors 4–17 with a king bedroom separated from a living area by pocket doors. Sofa bed and powder room in the living space. Fits up to 4 guests (3 adults max). Works well for extended stays or small families.
KingMile End Suite
1,335 sq ft on the 20th floor — the top guest level. King bedroom, full kitchen, dining for 8, freestanding tub with rain shower, and a separate living area. Think of it as a well-appointed apartment above downtown Montreal. Gold lounge access and evening hors d'oeuvres included.
KingOne Bedroom Suite (King)
Spacious bedroom with a separate living room, sofa bed, and powder room. City views, Chromecast, floors 4–17. A good step up from the Junior Suite with proper room-to-room separation.
KingSaint Henri Suite
Two-bedroom suite with two king beds, a living room, dining room, kitchenette, two full bathrooms, and a powder room. Gold lounge access included. A strong option for families or two couples traveling together.
2 King bedsSignature Fairmont Gold King
Top-floor room with a luxurious spa bathroom featuring a rain shower. Gold lounge access with breakfast and cocktail canapes. The best standard Gold room in the building.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
State-of-the-art gym open around the clock. Virtual fitness classes available (yoga, Pilates, strength) for in-room use. Memberships also available.
Weekend afternoon tea service every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3pm. Premium global teas paired with savory and sweet bites curated by head chef Edgar Trudeau-Ferrin. Open to non-guests.
An immersive multimedia installation in the hotel lobby's Agora space, produced with Montréal en Histoires. Runs year-round, featuring the hotel's history including the John and Yoko Bed-In. Free to view as a hotel guest.
3D virtual tour of the hotel available online via Visiting Media.
An indoor heated pool with an adjacent hot tub and sauna. Accessible to hotel guests and to spa visitors who book 2+ hours of Moment Spa treatments.
Stay in or tour Suite 1742 — where the 1969 Bed-In for Peace happened — and experience it via VR headsets on the nightstands, archival footage on a retro TV, and an interactive wall cabinet packed with memorabilia. Lyrics to 'Give Peace a Chance' are inscribed on the walls.
Third-floor outdoor terrace overlooking Place Ville-Marie runs from summer through warm weather with seasonal cocktails, upscale BBQ cuisine, and live DJs nightly. One of downtown Montreal's better rooftop bars.
Full buffet brunch at Rosélys featuring seafood, roasted meats, vegetarian dishes, and desserts. Open to non-guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
On-site business center with photocopying, printing, and scanning. Full conference and meeting facilities available throughout the property.
Concierge team handles airport transfers (limousine), dining reservations, pet sitting, and event tickets. Airport: YUL is ~20 minutes by car.
Pets accepted. Fee of CAD $50 per pet per day applies. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms. Concierge can assist with pet sitting. Seeing-eye dogs always welcome, no charge.
Available upon request. Soft lighting, fluffed pillows, and folded duvet preparation.
Exclusive lounge on floors 18–19 for Fairmont Gold guests. Includes deluxe continental breakfast, all-day honor bar, afternoon canapés, and dedicated Gold concierge.
Holds a 5 Green Keys certification. Sustainability program dating to 1990, with active internal Green Committee. Local, responsible, and seasonal sourcing across culinary operations. Multiple awards from Tourisme Montréal for sustainability.
Standard internet: CAD $13.95 + tax per 24 hours. Complimentary when enrolled in the free ALL – Accor Live Limitless loyalty program. Premium option also available at CAD $23.95/24h.
Indoor parking available for a fee. Valet service offered. Entrance on north side of Belmont Street. Self-service also available on south side of Belmont.
The hotel sits directly above Montreal's Central Station, giving guests underground access to commuter rail and the metro network without going outside.
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