Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth hotel is undergoing a rooftop to basement transformation to reinvent the hotel's service experience. The renovation, a $140-million investment by Ivanhoé Cambridge, started in June 2016. All the common areas and over 500 guest rooms will be ready for the 375th anniversary of Montreal and the 150th of the Canadian Confederation in June 2017. The rest of the rooms will be ready before the end of 2017. The renovation will bring additional suites; expanded Fairmont Gold rooms and lounge; a business campus; a signature bar; a cosy coffee lounge; a lively restaurant; an urban market; a wellness centre with indoor pool; an outdoor terrace; a panoramic rooftop space and a vibrant lobby event lounge. Propelling the hotel into an exciting new chapter, the renovation will celebrate Montreal's history, culture and joie de vivre.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS:

URBAN MARKET

This unique concept is a first in a hotel in Canada. It will come to life in a contemporary environment and offer various tempting options that will vary throughout the day, from early breakfast to late night snacks. It will be divided into separate zones including a specialty grocery store with fresh seasonal products and takeaway foods, healthy ready-made meals, signature or imported gourmet products, meat and fish counters with a selection of dishes to eat in or take away, a bakery, a pastry shop, a fine chocolate and crêpe station, as well as a concierge station with wrapping and delivery services. In keeping with the sustainability commitment of Fairmont hotels, the market will focus on promoting foods from artisanal producers presented by friendly staff who will assist guests in their exploration.

JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO SUITE

Thanks to virtual reality, diving into Bed-in memories is now more immersive than ever. While sitting on the bed, visitors will relive what happened in this iconic suite that was totally renovated and enhanced to create a more complete experience. Interviews, musical creation and various scenes will be showcased with 360 degrees VR technology. Visitors will have the opportunity to live the bed in experience from John Lennon and Yoko Ono's point of view. Archives content will be broadcasted with vintage yet working devices. Guests will listen to conversations, watch interviews and discover rare content that only the Suite 1742 witnessed.

MIXOLOGY – LIQUID ART

Guided by our award-winning Director of Mixology, Nader Chabaane, we've stirred things up to create a new signature bar featuring a progressive cocktail experience, challenging the conventional notions of classics drinks for the most discerning taste buds. Combining the craftsmanship of traditional bartending and the artistry of experimental mixology techniques, classic recipes are reinterpreted with contemporary flair. Drinks are expertly crafted with premium spirits and homemade bitters, syrups and infusions are paired perfectly with innovative gourmet bites. A new outdoor terrace will be the perfect place to unwind after work or have a late nightcap.

NEW ART COLLECTION

A new curated collection has been assembled for the hotel, featuring cutting-edge work by established and emerging artists. A large number of them are internationally renowned, and their work is shown in galleries around the world. They share the spotlight with local artists who have been influenced by the city's multiculturalism and diversity. The collection's eclecticism brings it to life and reflects the avant-garde style of their work. The pieces provide an experience, urging viewers to admire the collection as a whole. It marries beautifully with some of the original local artwork from 1958.

BUSINESS CAMPUS

The Queen Elizabeth's meeting space is being transformed into an immersive business campus that will be among the most modern in North America. Composed of a series of interconnected spaces, it will become a natural setting for business people seeking creativity and collaboration. This meeting space will be an innovative digital ecosystem tailor-made for today's hyper-connected world. It will be a place where performance meets pleasure, a place that inspires and encourages reflection. The new open spaces will host a variety of cultural and commercial events, creating a bustling environment uniquely suited to Montreal's vibrant commercial scene.

EXPERIENTIAL MEETING SPACE

There will be no such thing as “business as usual” in the new Queenie. Our reimagined hotel will offer meeting planners and event organizers flexible and multi-functional spaces totaling 7,881 m2 (84,841 f2). From trendy halls to inspiring brainstorming rooms—paired with cutting-edge technology and creative cuisine—our function space will help attendees connect and create in the city's most innovative meeting destination. On the Lobby level, the Agora will be the perfect setting for cultural events, product launches and press conferences. On the second floor, visitors will discover a re-invented area outside the ballrooms. They will network in a series of public, private, and semi-private spaces designed for spontaneous meetings and interactions. The third floor business hub will be divided into a series of themed meeting and workspaces suited to foster innovative thinking. These working spaces will be adjacent to a new exterior terrace overlooking downtown Montreal.

FAIRMONT GOLD

Our exclusive lifestyle hotel promises unique privileges and discreet, attentive service. Our three Fairmont Gold floors feature 100 guest rooms including the Royal Suite and 15 Gold Suites, all with dedicated check-in and checkout area, access to the new Fairmont Gold Lounge, with complimentary breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres.

VILLE-MARIE ROYAL SUITE

Accessible by a private panoramic elevator, the Royal Suite, part of our Fairmont Gold luxurious accommodations, is sophisticated and welcoming. It commands impressive views of downtown Montreal and its iconic buildings. Designed as a stunning residential apartment, it comprises an entrance foyer, a formal dining room, a kitchen with bar counter, a living room with an atrium allowing natural light to flood the expansive interiors, a library with fireplace, an office, a spacious master bedroom with en-suite bathroom with freestanding soaker tub, a master dressing room with walk-in closet, a second bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a comfortable sitting area. The Ville-Marie Suite features a collection of local art, high-end services and the latest technology. Guests have access to the 21st floor stylish private lounge to unwind, enjoy breakfast or cocktail time or learn more about the destination from our experience specialists.

GUEST ROOMS

All 950 guest rooms have undergone renovation, with a bold artistic direction that will result in bright and dynamic interiors. A seamless blend of connectivity, efficiency and elegant comfort—so important for today's travellers—will make it easy to get cozy or to get business done. To stay fit while on the road, guests can enjoy the new 24-hour Wellness Centre with state-of-the-art equipment for cardio, strength training and Pilates, the indoor pool and Jacuzzi.

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PRESS CONTACT:

Joanne Papineau, Regional Director, Public Relations, Eastern Canada

T : 514-954-2208

E : joanne.papineau@fairmont.com

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth : 900 René-Lévesque Boulevard West, Montréal, Québec, Canada H3B 4A5