My family and I have stayed at the Place Louis Riel several times. I am unsure of it's history, but it seems to be a downtown apartment that has been converted into a hotel. It is a great place to use as a home base while vacationing in Winnipeg. It is only 2 blocks from the historical Forks area and close to the downtown retail and cultural districts. Being located in central Winnipeg it allows easy access to the suburban shopping malls and even to North America's greatest inland beach - Grand Beach. The hotel is pleasant and clean with updated decor. It is not luxurious, but it is very comfortable with full kitchens and suites that allow comfortable vacation living in a city environment. We are happy to stay here when we visit Winnipeg.