Although we didn't meet Ilona in person, she was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions we had before the trip. When we got there, we were greeted by Danny, who filled us in on the neighborhood and the apartment. There were 7 of us, but it really is a spacious condo. All 7 of us were able to sit at the dining room table together, hang out in the living room as a group, and have a comfortable place to sleep at night. Additionally, the apartment was very clean. There were more than enough fresh towels for us, and the umbrellas in the front closet came in handy.

But as great as the condo itself is, the neighborhood is even better. Having stayed in Montreal before, we agreed this was by far the best neighborhood we've stayed in. Everything you need in terms of restaurants and nightlife is within a 5 minute walk. Some of the touristy things might be a bit farther, but even the walk to Old City is a very manageable one.

Overall, we were very happy with our stay, and we would definitely recommend staying with Ilona and Danny to anyone looking to stay in the Plateau neighborhood of the city.