I stayed at Hotel Espresso a few years ago when visiting Montreal for a show at the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts. They were one of the hotels offered in a VIA Rail \"visit Montreal\" package, and I found it was a better deal to buy each of the package components separately.\n\nLocation:  Very convenient to the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux Arts, the train station (Gare Centrale), and the Bell Centre.\n\nPrice: Amazingly affordable for a downtown hotel.\n\nDecor: I think I was there before the renovations that others have mentioned. I remember slightly worn and dated, but clean and comfortable. \n\nWhat's unique: Complimentary fresh espresso available at the front desk whenever you like.\n\nAll in all, it was a comfortable, convenient and safe place to stay when travelling alone. It's not fancy but when I travel I'd rather spend money on museums, food and culture than on the place I'm just going to sleep.