Family and Pet-Friendly Hotels at Montreal Airport
Flying through Montréal-Trudeau with children or a pet narrows the field in useful ways. What matters is space, a pool for the evening, breakfast that does not cost extra four times over, and the fewest transfer steps between room and gate.
Best for families
Built for families. The Novotel Montreal Aeroport is the standout: 40 of its 120 rooms are family rooms, 24 are connecting, executive rooms add sofa beds, and there is a play area, a green space and a kids’ menu at the Rivoli restaurant. The trade-off is location: it is a 15-minute drive from the terminal with no shuttle, so it suits families with a car.
Free breakfast near the terminal. The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montreal Airport offers studios and one-bedroom suites, soundproof windows, an indoor pool and a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, under a kilometre from the airport with a free shuttle. For a family of four, the included breakfast changes the bill more than most amenities.
No shuttle with small children. The Marriott Montreal Airport In-Terminal Hotel removes the hardest part of an early departure: you walk from the room to check-in. The pool opens at 6:00 am, and suites run up to 87 sq.m.
Space to spread out. The Sheraton offers king kitchenette rooms and suites, and the DoubleTree has two-room king suites plus its famous check-in cookie, an underrated tool with tired children.
Practical tips with children
Ask for a room away from the elevators, and check pool hours before promising a swim; most close at 11:00 pm and the Novotel’s wellness centre keeps its own schedule. Cribs and rollaways are usually available but not guaranteed on the day: request them at booking. For flights before 8:00 am, favour the Marriott or the closest shuttle hotels so nobody queues for a van in the dark; see the terminal guide for how early U.S. preclearance requires you to arrive.
Bringing a pet
Airport hotel pet policies change too often to quote reliably, and they vary by room type. Call the hotel and confirm three things: the pet fee per night, the size or weight limit, and whether the pet may be left unattended while you eat. Ground-floor rooms and the greener surroundings at the Novotel make late-evening walks easier; around Dorval, ask the front desk for the nearest grass.
Related guides
Cheapest family-workable rooms: budget hotels at YUL. Driving in: park, sleep and fly. Daytime stop with kids: day rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Montreal Airport hotel is best for families?
The Novotel Montreal Aeroport is built for them: 40 family rooms and 24 connecting rooms out of 120, a children's play area, and a kids' menu in the restaurant. Closer to the terminal, the Fairfield Inn & Suites pairs suites with a free hot breakfast, and the Marriott In-Terminal removes the shuttle step entirely.
Do Montreal Airport hotels have swimming pools?
Nearly all of them. The Marriott In-Terminal, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Aloft and DoubleTree all have heated indoor pools, and the Novotel has an indoor pool with a Jacuzzi in its wellness centre. Check closing times on arrival; most close at 11:00 pm.
Are pets allowed at Montreal Airport hotels?
Policies change often and usually involve fees, weight limits and rules about leaving pets unattended, so this guide does not quote figures. Before booking, confirm three things directly with the hotel: the per-night pet fee, the size or weight limit, and whether a pet may stay alone in the room.
Information last verified: August 4, 2026