Hotel style: Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain

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Rising 36 floors above the historic Dorchester Square in Montreal, the Marriott Chateau Champlain is second to none for its classic, opulent style. Built in 1966 by the Canadian Pacific Railway in anticipation of Expo 67, the hotel's architectural commission was given to Roger D'Astous, the first French-speaking Quebec architect to design a tall Montreal building. D'Astous' architectural vision has characterized Montreal's skyline for the last 40 years and remains a major city landmark today. General manager Jacques Hamou says the Marriott Chateau Champlain is also known locally as the "cheese grater" due to its characteristic half-moon shaped windows which offer panoramic views of the downtown, Mount Royal and the St. Lawrence River.

A 4-diamond property for the last 26 consecutive years, the Marriott Chateau Champlain awaits the discerning tastes of those who appreciate luxury: royalty, business leaders, heads of state and celebrities are frequent guests of the Marriott Chateau Champlain. "Due to the proximity to the Bell Center, we also host most NHL teams, fans, performers and their entourage," says Hamou.

As part of the 2006 "Marriott Revive" program, all 22 suites have been newly renovated plus their 611 guest rooms have new beds, bedding, carpets and draperies.

The look
Interior designer Karl Lohnes calls this room a classic with its opulent, traditional finishes. "I remember my first visit to a fancy hotel as a small child; I thought I had arrived in a palace!" he said. "If you gravitate toward decorating with darker colours like reds, gold and deep browns, then you might want to take the look of this hotel room home with you."

Copy the look
• Page 2: Floors, silver accents, furnishings.
• Page 3: Fabrics, mirrors, lighting.