Laval Saint-Martin Corporate Housing: A Business Traveler’s Honest Take

If you’re heading to Montreal for work but don’t want to deal with downtown chaos, sky-high prices, or hunting for parking, Laval Saint-Martin might be your sweet spot. It’s basically Laval’s business hub—centered around Boulevard Saint-Martin—and it puts you close to Montreal without making you feel like you’re sleeping in the middle of it all.

This isn’t your typical tourist guide. It’s more like a friendly heads-up from someone who’s been there: who’ll love it, how the commute really works, what you can walk to, and how a furnished stay here stacks up against a downtown address.

So, Why Do Business Travelers End Up Here?

Saint-Martin isn’t just a random suburb—it’s Laval’s actual business district. Think office towers, coworking spaces, and corporate tenants lining the boulevard, with Centropolis right in the mix for food, shopping, and entertainment. Companies with teams on both sides of the river—downtown Montreal and the North Shore—often find this area a practical home base for traveling staff.

It tends to work best for:

• Consultants or auditors on multi-week gigs with Laval-based companies
• Sales or account teams covering both Montreal and surrounding areas
• Employees relocating who need a quieter spot to land before picking a Montreal neighborhood
• People attending events or conferences at Place Bell or nearby venues
• Project teams needing a calm, predictable place to bunk down for a few weeks

What’s the Vibe Like?

Saint-Martin sits in Laval-des-Rapides and Chomedey—two boroughs that make up what locals call “downtown Laval.” It grew up along the boulevard, and over the last twenty years or so, it’s filled in with offices, coworking spaces, and the Centropolis complex. The result? It feels more like a business park than a cozy neighborhood—practical, convenient, and built for getting things done.

And honestly, that trade-off works in your favor: fewer crowds, easy parking, and a shorter walk from your car to your door than you’d get almost anywhere in downtown Montreal.

Getting Downtown, Without the Headache

This is where Saint-Martin really shines. You’ve got three solid options:

• Metro: Montmorency station (the end of the orange line) is a short walk or drive from most Saint-Martin spots, and it goes straight downtown—no transfers needed for most core stops.
• REM: As of November 2025, Laval has REM service too, giving you another rail option into the city with connections toward Bois-Franc and beyond.
• Highway: Autoroutes 15 and 440 run right through the area, so if you’re keeping a car, it’s a straightforward drive.

If you’re torn between “close to downtown” and “easy to park and get around,” Saint-Martin checks both boxes.

Getting Around Laval

The local bus system (STL) covers the rest of Laval—Chomedey, Vimont, Sainte-Dorothée, etc. If you don’t have a car, you can still get around fine using their routes and schedules (check out stlaval.ca for planning).

What’s Nearby?

• Centropolis – This is the go-to spot for food, shopping, and strolling. Most furnished units are within walking distance.
• Place Bell – Laval’s arena and event venue—home to the Laval Rocket hockey team and concerts. Handy if you’re catching an event or just need after-work plans.
• Carrefour Laval – One of the biggest malls in Quebec, a short drive away for anything Centropolis doesn’t have.
• Parc du Centropolis – A little green space if you want some fresh air without leaving the area.

What’s It Actually Like to Stay Here?

Compared to downtown Montreal, Saint-Martin corporate housing trades a bit of walkability for quieter streets, easier parking, and—usually—a lower nightly rate. It’s great if you need to stay focused during the day and don’t need bars and clubs right outside your window at night.

Winters here? They’re real, but the area handles them well. Many newer buildings have covered parking, and the metro and REM are mostly indoors for your downtown commute, so you’re not freezing your face off more than necessary.

Montreal Stays offers corporate housing here that’s built for exactly this kind of trip: full kitchens, solid Wi-Fi, and flexible terms for longer assignments.

A Few Practical Tips

• Book a place close to Boulevard Saint-Martin for the easiest walking access to Centropolis, offices, and the metro.
• If you’ll be driving, double-check parking—especially if indoor parking matters to you in winter.
• Check Place Bell’s event calendar before booking if you prefer quiet evenings—things get busier on game or concert nights.
• Rush hour at Montmorency can get crowded. If your schedule allows, try to commute just outside peak times—it’s noticeably smoother.

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