Apr 18, 2019, 3:40 am
Westin Montreal, Canada [Master Thread]
Jul 10, 2022, 6:19 pm
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Jul 11, 2022, 6:15 am
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My assumption was wrong - at least today, it was only a la carte. I ordered an entree, a side, and coffee - no check to sign. Very nice and much preferred compared to a buffet :-)
Jul 11, 2022, 9:23 am
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Was buffet even on the menu? If not then it might have been a COVID casualty.
The buffet was one of the better North America offerings.
Jul 11, 2022, 9:26 am
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When walking by the restaurant a few days ago outside, I saw some buffet dishes through the window. My assumption is that a buffet is offered over the weekends - also based on the language of the hostess "today, it's a la carte". Personally, I prefer a la carte, but overall, I think, regardless, Le Westin is offering a heavily compliant breakfast offering with real food and no murkiness, which is great for all.
Jul 11, 2022, 10:39 am
#156
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When walking by the restaurant a few days ago outside, I saw some buffet dishes through the window. My assumption is that a buffet is offered over the weekends - also based on the language of the hostess "today, it's a la carte". Personally, I prefer a la carte, but overall, I think, regardless, Le Westin is offering a heavily compliant breakfast offering with real food and no murkiness, which is great for all.
Jul 11, 2022, 10:43 am
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@ElevatorEnthusiast:
Will you be hitting all the FS Bonvoy properties in town? 😁 You've still the Sheraton, Renaissance, W and Ritz to go. I'd forgo Le Méridien, in case it was up for consideration. But the rooftop bar at the Ren is quite the popular spot. Much younger crowd that I suspect might match your demographic.
Will you be hitting all the FS Bonvoy properties in town? 😁 You've still the Sheraton, Renaissance, W and Ritz to go. I'd forgo Le Méridien, in case it was up for consideration. But the rooftop bar at the Ren is quite the popular spot. Much younger crowd that I suspect might match your demographic.
Jul 11, 2022, 10:49 am
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@ElevatorEnthusiast:
Will you be hitting all the FS Bonvoy properties in town? 😁 You've still the Sheraton, W and Ritz to go. I'd forgo Le Méridien, in case it was up for consideration.
Will you be hitting all the FS Bonvoy properties in town? 😁 You've still the Sheraton, W and Ritz to go. I'd forgo Le Méridien, in case it was up for consideration.
Jul 11, 2022, 11:08 am
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@ElevatorEnthusiast:
I have actually quite enjoyed dinners at the Westin's GaZette restaurant. It's not the typical hotel restaurant. The Ritz's Maison Boulud is also a favorite. Food is a bit more traditional French, with a slight Italian twist. The wine list is stellar.
I have actually quite enjoyed dinners at the Westin's GaZette restaurant. It's not the typical hotel restaurant. The Ritz's Maison Boulud is also a favorite. Food is a bit more traditional French, with a slight Italian twist. The wine list is stellar.
Jul 11, 2022, 11:27 am
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You've caught me - reservations for Humaniti, the Renaissance, W (SNA already cleared for WOW Suite), the Ritz, and Sheraton have all been made for this week! I'll be staying at Le Westin for a second night tonight - the lack of macarons will be hard to deal with, but the bed had some Heavenly-ly thick covers, so I'll manage.
M Club is brand new.
Jul 11, 2022, 11:31 am
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Jul 11, 2022, 5:39 pm
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David
Jul 11, 2022, 5:42 pm
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Luckily, buffet or not, Le Westin did not choose to lock any of their breakfast dishes behind a glass door :-)
Jul 11, 2022, 5:46 pm
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To sum things up, I am really enjoying my stay. The bed is fantastic with fresh pillows and thick covers (likely from newness). No upgrade beyond 33rd floor Concierge King, but nothing was available online. They asked proactively about late checkout.
The one issue is the breakfast in the M Club - it's very continental with only cold options. The pastries were good, but it wouldn't be that hard to make some scrambled eggs. There is a glass door to the real buffet in the restaurant, but I was told that wasn't included - why build the door with glass then?
Oh, well, nothing's ever perfect, and now I have room for lunch!
The one issue is the breakfast in the M Club - it's very continental with only cold options. The pastries were good, but it wouldn't be that hard to make some scrambled eggs. There is a glass door to the real buffet in the restaurant, but I was told that wasn't included - why build the door with glass then?
Oh, well, nothing's ever perfect, and now I have room for lunch!
David
Jul 11, 2022, 6:28 pm
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However, I did get lots of pictures of Le Westin!
