13 Montréal venues perfect for strategic meetings
The right venue can make or break a strategic meeting. Although most Montréal hotels feature onsite meeting spaces, which provide idyllic settings for strategic meetings, the following venues are ideal if you’re looking for something off-site or a little out of the box.
The Rosa Room
Ferreira Café has been a great Montréal’s ambassador of Portuguese cuisine. Upstairs, the Rosa Room, is a semi-private room for up to 12 people, perfect for a business meeting (or a cooking class with the chef).
Maximum capacity: 12
University Club of Montréal
In an historic building designed by Percy Nobbs, the University Club of Montréal offers 14 rooms of different styles and sizes that can accommodate anywhere from three to 300 participants.
Maximum capacity: 300
Saint James Club
At the heart of Montréal’s business district, the Saint-James Club has a total of 11 rooms that can accommodate up to 250 people. A quiet, warm and discrete atmosphere.
Maximum capacity: 250
PHI
A bustling site for artistic activity in Old Montréal, the technologically advanced spaces at the completely renovate historic building of PHI combine heritage charm with cutting-edge amenities. Ideal for meetings of up to 208 people.
Maximum capacity: 208
Croisière AML
In addition to offering a spectacular view of the city from the St. Lawrence River, the AML Cavalier Maxim pleasure ship features a complete restaurant (chef on board), entertainment, audio-visual accessories, decorating services and more. Perfect for up to 750 people.
Maximum capacity: 750
Atrium
A five-storey “living wall” and large windows make the Atrium at Maison du développement durable an exceptional venue. Several rooms for small groups are perfect for meetings.
Maximum capacity: 100
Azure Room
Located in the Pointe-à-Callière museum, the Azure Room features large windows that give participants a remarkable view of the Old Port and exceptional natural light. The highly versatile third-floor space can be set up according to your needs.
Maximum capacity: 100
The Salon
Located in the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, the intimate space of The Salon features both a square and rectangular room. This multipurpose lounge includes a reception desk and bar, as well as comfortable furniture.
Maximum capacity: 60
Crew Collective & Café
Once the head office for the Royal Bank of Canada head office, the Beaux-Arts style building of Crew Collective & Café boasts soaring 15-metre ceilings. It’s been renovated into a café and dedicated coworking space with great meeting spaces also available to rent.
Maximum capacity: 14
Club house at Golf Saint-Raphaël
Golf Saint-Raphaël is a semi-private club where visitors are welcome to convene in a small board room or reserve the banquet hall for more formal occasions, all year round.
Maximum capacity: 260
Cirka Distilleries
Stunning copper stills, exposed brick and authentic distillery atmosphere create Cirka’s memorable environment for your next meeting. A digital projector, screen and small sound system are also available for presentations.
Maximum capacity: 100
Pavillon de la Jamaïque
A handsome venue that dates back to Expo 67 — but has been modernized. The window placement and design of Pavillon de la Jamaïque, along with the terrace that frames the pavilion, provides a charming setting.
Maximum capacity: 150
Hiatus
Spread over the two top floors of Place Ville Marie, Hiatus offers a panoramic vantage point on the city. The private meeting spaces will impress and are just the spot for business meetings, strategy brainstorms or dinner with colleagues.
Maximum capacity: 18