Montreal Tourism office has practical information about the city.

Travel and visa

You may need an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa. Check this video for more details about the application. Please contact the organizing committee if you need a letter for your visa application.

Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is well connected with major American and European cities. The airport is easily reached via the 747 bus.

Accommodation

Please note that Montreal International Jazz Festival runs from June 25th until July 4th. We encourage you to secure your accommodation well in advance, particularly if you plan to attend the short courses over the weekend.

We arranged deals with hotels and student dormitories to offer EVA participants with discounts and affordable options for early career options. We are also currently negotiating with Campus1 Montreal.

There are also numerous hostels, hotels and bed and breakfasts close to downtown.

Le Nouvel Hôtel (website)

Open block reservation: rooms are available until capacity is filled. Rates are valid until June 13th, 2027. Free cancellation until two weeks before arrival. All prices per night are in CAD. Sales taxes are not included.

  • Executive 1 King: King bed + sofa Bed ($224/night)
  • Executive 2 Queens: 2 Queen bed ($224/night)
  • Condo 1 King: King bed + sofa + kitchenette ($224/night)
  • Condo 2 Queens: 2 Queen beds + kitchenette ($224/night)
  • Corner Suite: King bed + sofa bed ($254/night)

To book, contact Mourad Othman by email at or by phone at +1 514-931-8841 p. 2605.

Résidences ZUM (website)

Use the direct booking code to reserve your stay. You can alternatively reserve between July 2nd and 10th using the code EVA2027 on zumauberge.ca.

Rates

Reservations must be made for a minimum of three nights. Availability is not guaranteed: reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis until June 24th. Book early!

Sale taxes are excluded from prices. All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD)

  • Solo: (single room, 36 rooms): $69/night (3-6 nights), $62.15 (7 nights or more).
  • Double: (double, 2 rooms) $88/night (3-6 nights), $79.14 (7 nights or more)
  • Business Suites: (double, 2 rooms) $144/night (3-6 nights), $129.52 (7 nights or more) These can only be booked by phone.

For any questions, contact info@zumauberge.ca or by phone at +1 514-343-8006.

McGill residences (website)

Sale taxes are excluded from prices. All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD).

The promo code will be circulated by email to registered participants.

  1. New Residence Hall: rate of 169$ plus taxes. Single and double occupancy, full breakfast included.
  • Single room: one queen size bed, work area, private washroom with hairdryer.
  • Double room: two double size beds, work area, private washroom with hairdryer.
  1. La Citadelle: rate of 209$ plus taxes. Single and double occupancy, continental breakfast included.
  • Single room: one queen size bed, work area, private washroom
  • Double room: two double size beds, work area, private washroom
  1. Royal Victoria: rate of $80 plus taxes. Single occupancy, no breakfast included. Traditional dormitory-style accommodations
  • Single rooms: private guest room with 1 twin bed, work area, small fridge and shared washroom and kitchen facilities.

Payment is due upon arrival, a minimum of 48 hours prior to check-in in case of a cancellation or modification.

Check-in/check-out: All locations are open with 24-hour reception. Check in is at 3pm and check out is at 11am. You may leave your luggage with the reception when you check in and when you check out.

Family Plan Policy: Children 12 and under sleep free in existing room bedding configuration. Children over 5 are charged breakfast rate of $16.00

Cancellation policy: A 48 hour notice is required in writing prior to your arrival date, otherwise the first night (plus taxes) will be charged.

All locations are cashless: you can only pay by Interac or other major credit cards.