I'd highly recommend staying at Eric's place. Can't really get much of a better location in the city if you are interested in the best that Montreal has to offer. Many fantastic restaurants and bars within a 10 minute. Also, the metro is about 5 minutes away as well. We brought our three year old daughter with us and appreciated how many wonderful parks are within 15 minutes walk as well. Eric's really wonderful, tree-filled terrace also means, however, that one can still feel relaxed and secluded if you choose to stay home. I will stay here again if I get the chance.