5. Hotel Place d’Armes
Le Place d’Armes serves as a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Travelers say that the guest rooms, appointed with exposed brick, hardwood floors, goose down bedding, and rain showers, provide the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. Those visiting Montreal with a large group note that the hotel’s accommodating employees (and 12,000 square feet of function space) make Le Place d’Armes an easy choice for conventions and family reunions. Plus, the hotel offers guests complimentary high-speed internet in all their rooms, a much-appreciated perk for those visiting on business. And the hotel’s location in Vieux-Montreal, about a block west of Notre-Dame Basilica, entices all travelers, no matter their reason for visiting. Should you have some down time after touring the city, make an appointment at the Rainspa or take in the view (and a cocktail) at the rooftop Terrasse Place d’Armes. The hotel also houses two additional eateries: Kyo Bar Japonais offers an extensive menu of Japanese specialties, including sushi and izakaya plates, while Brasserie 701 serves French comfort food.
6. Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
Exclusiveness, luxury, and gorgeous backcountry surroundings are just a couple of advantages to staying at this remote compound in Clayoquot Sound, on the western coast of Vancouver Island. Accessible only by seaplane or boat from nearby Tofino, Clayoquot Wilderness Resort introduces “glamping” (or glamorous camping) to travelers across the globe. Unwind in one of 25 upscale tents, several of which include en-suite bathrooms with heated floors and indoor/outdoor showers. All accommodations include single Adirondack-style, king-size beds. Prices for this lodge, though steep, are all-inclusive (excluding spa treatments). Coastal cuisine is on the menu at the resort’s restaurant. Recent visitors offer glowing reviews not only for the resort’s gastronomy but also for its accommodations, service, and activities. If you’re looking to unwind, consider scheduling a treatment at the Healing Grounds Spa. And if you’re in the mood for adventure, you’ll find an abundance of outdoor pursuits like hiking, fishing, archery, and wildlife-watching.