If you’re looking for typical, full of character Montreal living, it doesn’t get much better than Mont Royal, and the back alleyways are part of the deal. Easy parking, very central studio, up an exterior spiral staircase like those you see all over the city. Doesn’t get more Montréal than that! The studio is very well-appointed. You can tell how much care Martin and Eric put into every little decorative detail, from the cabinet of curiosities (antlers, vintage boxes, the full gambit), to the little window providing natural light to the bathroom, itself behind a nicely done English-frame wall, and from the furniture to the quirky light fixtures. Small but cozy, and perfect for a few days living like a local. Highly recommended.