This was our first Airbnb experience. Thanks to Kimberly and Salah... it will certainly not be the last!

The check-in process was super slick. We texted Kimberly and Salah well in advance of arrival and kept them notified as the plane touched down, etc. Salah was there to greet us on the street as the cab pulled up. Unlike a hotel, I'd say Salah had us "checked-in" to the loft in about 5 minutes. After quickly going over the unit and giving us a few tips for good food close by... my wife and I were left to enjoy!

Although most of the tables and chairs are different from the photo, the unit looks just like the pictures. The open concept feeling will definitely make you wonder why you ever stayed in a hotel. With extra bed linens, towels, K-Cup coffee brewer, bar fridge, washer/dryer, wifi, sound system... you have all the comforts of home abroad.

Negatives? I could really only think of a couple. There is no door to the shower so it is hard to shower without getting the bathroom floor all wet. The closet doors are super sticky and really hard to close. And, since you are in downtown Montreal... bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper as it can be noisy depending on the night. Are any of these deal breakers? Absolutely not. Just wanted to provide everyone with full disclosure here.

As for location, we loved it. It seemed to be a few hundred meters from everything. China town one way, downtown the other, St. Catherine's for shopping only moments away with Old Montreal a quick walk in the opposite direction. Furthermore, Car2Go isn't far away and the subway station is close too. Perhaps you could find a better spot depending on what you're looking for however, we loved the loft location as it was a nice blend of everything.

If you are reading this review and are interested in booking... please do... you won't be disappointed. We will definitely be looking at it ourselves when we make it back to Montreal again!