In an excellent location on lively Rue St-Denis, the Kutuma has the feel of a boutique hotel. Cozy, well-maintained rooms feature safari-theme decor, including animal-print fabrics, potted palms and colorful artwork. Baths are modern and perhaps overly sleek, but the two-person tub in some is a nice feature.
Negatives: some rooms have tiny windows, noise can be an issue on lower floors, and there’s no elevator – though staff can help you lug your stuff up the stairs. It's worth dining in the Ethiopian restaurant, Le Nil Bleu, on the 1st floor.