The Alternative Hostel of Old Montreal
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The Flashpacker's Shangri-La of Old Montréal!
The 'Auberge Alternative' opened it's doors in 1996 as the dream child of travellers wanting to make their lives meet their values. The auberge fuels itself on the positive energy of people wanting to create and evolve. The art of travelling moves us through internal as well as external landscapes and often a creative urge demands to link the two. The Auberge Alternative is an arts hostel providing resources to travellers to do just that and to join us in redefining bohemia for a new era.
An 'auberge' translates as an 'inn' and ours is situated in a 1875 Old Port warehouse, which we restored and rejuvenated. We used what we had, and in a sense, what we didn't have, to create an art house. The basic attributes and rich textures of the old city building: the rock walls, the old hardwood floors, the arched windows and high ceilings; we were able to restore. The minimalist budget forced inspiration and encouraged a passion to achieve our goals against what seemed at the time impossible odds.
We reinvent ourselves regularly and the recent renovations and upgrades include the arts space exhibiting work of travelling and resident artists, new bathrooms (winter 09) and new luxury mattress' and beds. Welcome to the contemporary hostel
The 'Auberge Alternative' opened it's doors in 1996 as the dream child of travellers wanting to make their lives meet their values. The auberge fuels itself on the positive energy of people wanting to create and evolve. The art of travelling moves us through internal as well as external landscapes and often a creative urge demands to link the two. The Auberge Alternative is an arts hostel providing resources to travellers to do just that and to join us in redefining bohemia for a new era.
An 'auberge' translates as an 'inn' and ours is situated in a 1875 Old Port warehouse, which we restored and rejuvenated. We used what we had, and in a sense, what we didn't have, to create an art house. The basic attributes and rich textures of the old city building: the rock walls, the old hardwood floors, the arched windows and high ceilings; we were able to restore. The minimalist budget forced inspiration and encouraged a passion to achieve our goals against what seemed at the time impossible odds.
We reinvent ourselves regularly and the recent renovations and upgrades include the arts space exhibiting work of travelling and resident artists, new bathrooms (winter 09) and new luxury mattress' and beds. Welcome to the contemporary hostel
Latest Review
I was so glad to come here. Cosy, warm and I relaxed after being uncomfortable at another hostel... too hot, crowded. This has stairs to climb but that's good exercise, and the room was so pretty in its warm rose and turquoise. I wish I had come here earlier. It is in a lovely area new Old Montreal. I am thankful for the friendliness of the staff and the relaxed inviting lounge and kitchen area. Pot plants and colour. Thanks. Deborah
Read More- Anonymous, New Zealand, Female, 41+
Facilities
- 24 Hour Security
- Bicycle Parking
- Book Exchange
- Breakfast Not Included
- Cafe
- Card Phones
- Common Room
- Fax Service
- Free City Maps
- Free Internet Access
- Hairdryers
- Hairdryers For Hire
- Hot Showers
- Internet Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Linen Included
- Lockers
- Luggage Storage
- Meeting Room
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Tours/Travel Desk
- Towels for hire
- Towels Included
- Washing machine
Policies
- Child Friendly
- Non Smoking
Cancellation Policy
This property has a 1 day cancellation policy.Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
