Make Montréal your own.

Arrival & check-in

2645, avenue Desjardins, Montréal, QC H1V 2H8

From Montréal-Trudeau Airport

1. Take the 747 airport bus and get off at Lionel-Groulx metro station.
2. Transfer to the Green Line (Line 1), towards Honoré-Beaugrand.
3. Get off at Pie-IX station.
4. Walk to Gîte du Survenant at 2645 Avenue Desjardins, a few minutes from the station.

Check métro operating hours for late arrivals and choose a fare valid for your airport journey.

From Gare Centrale

1. Walk to Bonaventure métro and take the Orange Line towards Montmorency.
2. At Berri-UQAM, transfer to the Green Line towards Honoré-Beaugrand.
3. Get off at Pie-IX and walk to the gîte.

See the illustrated route

Parking

A neighbour offers a parking space for rent. Contact us for the details, then arrange the rental directly with the owner.

For indoor parking, the Olympic Park’s P1 and P2 parking facilities are nearby. Check the official parking information for access, availability and current rates.

Free street parking is also available in the neighbourhood where permitted. Read the signs carefully for reserved zones, time limits and temporary restrictions.

Three days in Montréal

Three days to adapt to your interests, the weather and availability. Check opening hours and reserve activities that need advance booking.

Getting around

The métro, starting at Pie-IX

The gîte is near Pie-IX on the Green Line. Trains are labelled by their terminus: Angrignon takes you towards downtown; Honoré-Beaugrand brings you back towards Pie-IX from downtown.

Example: getting to Old Montréal

From Pie-IX, take the Green Line towards Angrignon. At Berri-UQAM, change to the Orange Line towards Côte-Vertu and get off at Champ-de-Mars.

Useful transfer stations

Berri-UQAM

Green, Orange and Yellow lines

Lionel-Groulx

Green and Orange lines

Jean-Talon / Snowdon

Orange and Blue lines

Exploring by BIXI

Bike sharing is another way to explore Montréal. Use the BIXI app or station map to find a bike and an available dock for your return. Follow the instructions to confirm that the bike is locked when you finish.

At the gîte

Cook at your own pace

Yes. Every room has access to a full kitchen with a fridge, stove, microwave, toaster and everything you need to prepare a meal, including utensils, cutlery, plates, pots and pans.

Free guest laundry

Yes. Guest laundry is free on the main floor, and we provide detergent. The machines are available every day from 9 a.m., during daytime hours only. They are switched off at night to keep the house quiet for other guests.

Mornings at your own pace

Prepare breakfast in the equipped kitchen or discover nearby cafés and restaurants, including L’Œufrier, Le Canard Café and Arhoma.

Where to eat

Follow each restaurant’s link for current menus, opening hours, reservations and delivery options. For bring-your-own-wine restaurants, confirm the policy before your visit.

Ordering in

Check delivery coverage, service hours and pickup options directly with the restaurant. Here are a few choices from our guide.

Things to do

Outdoor activities may be seasonal. Check dates, entry requirements and reservations with each operator.

Practical tips

An evening out

Rue Ontario is a convenient place for an evening close to the gîte. For a different atmosphere, explore Crescent Street, rue Saint-Denis, boulevard Saint-Laurent or Old Montréal’s restaurants and terraces. Check opening hours and plan your journey home.

Wine, beer and local finds

The Ontario–Pie-IX SAQ sells wine and spirits. Grocery and convenience stores also carry a selection of beer and wine. For Québec products to discover or bring home, explore Le Bièrologue and Marché Maisonneuve.

Tipping

At a restaurant with table service, a tip of about 15–20% of the bill before tax is customary, depending on service. Check whether a service charge has already been included, especially for a group. The amount is your choice.