Charming Hotels of Old Quebec

April 29, 2026Carrera Café
Charming Accommodation — Old Quebec

The Charming Hotels of Old Quebec

Sleeping in Old Quebec means choosing experience over simple accommodation. Between the stone walls of historic houses and palace suites, the charming hotels of the capital offer stays that extend the magic of the place.

Accommodation as an experience

Choosing a hotel in Old Quebec means agreeing to pay a little more for a lot more: waking up in a historic neighborhood, cobblestone streets under the window, history floating in the air.

The hotel offer in Old Quebec is diverse and of high quality. Whether you seek the intimacy of a historic guesthouse, the luxury of a palace with river views, or the character of a boutique hotel set in a heritage building, Quebec offers a perfectly suited option for every desire and budget. What unites them all: an incomparable geographic location in the heart of the only fortified city in North America.

Sleeping in the oldest neighborhood in America

Sleeping in Petit-Champlain means having craft shops at your doorstep and the river within sight. The few establishments there are particularly sought after.

River view
Hôtel Le Germain-Dominion

In the Dominion Building, built in 1912, this boutique hotel from the Germain chain offers rooms with a clean and sophisticated design, in a building that has retained all its Beaux-Arts grandeur. Personalized service, renowned restaurants, ideal location just steps from the Old Port.

BuildingDominion Building, 1912
StyleContemporary design in a historic setting
Ramparts, terraces, and river views

The Upper Town hosts the grand hotels and prestigious addresses, with terraces overlooking the river and locations just steps from the main attractions.

★ Classic
Hôtel Clarendon

The oldest hotel in operation in Quebec, opened in 1870, the Clarendon is an institution. Art Deco, plush corridors, old-fashioned bar: accommodation that immerses the visitor in the city's history with an authentic attention to detail.

Founded1870, the oldest in Quebec
Boutique
Manoir Victoria

A charming hotel in a building dating from the late 19th century, Manoir Victoria offers comfortable and tastefully decorated rooms, just steps from all the attractions of the Upper Town. Personalized service and a family atmosphere.

StyleVictorian charm
Contemporary
Hôtel PUR

In the nearby Saint-Roch neighborhood, Hôtel PUR is the reference for contemporary design in Quebec. Clean-lined rooms, heated indoor pool, renowned Pur and Vins restaurant: for those who love modern comfort without sacrificing proximity to Old Quebec.

StyleContemporary design
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Hôtel 71

In the former National Bank of Canada building constructed in 1872, Hôtel 71 offers upscale rooms with 4-meter ceilings and preserved architectural details. Monumental lobby, attentive service: an address for lovers of architecture and history.

BuildingFormer National Bank, 1872
The intimacy of small accommodation

The charming inns and guesthouses of Old Quebec offer a more personal experience than large hotels. Often housed in heritage homes, they have a soul.

B&B
Auberge du Quartier

A guesthouse in the Montcalm neighborhood, just steps from Old Quebec, Auberge du Quartier is the place for those seeking a residential atmosphere rather than a hotel. Personalized rooms, attentive owners, breakfast included.

FormatGuest rooms
The most photographed hotel in the world

It is impossible to talk about accommodation in Quebec without mentioning the Château Frontenac, Canada's most symbolic hotel and one of the most photographed in the world.

The Barista’s Advice
Morning Coffee in Old Quebec

The first coffee of the day, the one you have before exploring the city, deserves to be perfect. At Carrera Café, we are neighbors to several hotels in Petit-Champlain and the Lower Town. Our doors open early, our espresso is ready, and our tables are here to welcome you before your first walk on the cobblestone streets. Morning coffee is a sacred ritual: we honor it with care.

Prestige Addresses
Old Quebec at the Height of Luxury

A few hotel addresses in Old Quebec stand out for their exceptional level of excellence, in a setting where every detail matters.

The Château Frontenac Suites

The Château suites offer panoramic views of the river, seating and beds of the highest quality, and 24-hour concierge service. A night in these spaces means living up to the setting: grand, historic, unforgettable.

Auberge Saint-Antoine

Built on an archaeological site in the Old Port, Auberge Saint-Antoine incorporates historical artifacts into its decor. Each room is unique, the service is impeccable, and the Panache restaurant is one of the province’s top dining spots. An address unanimously praised by connoisseurs.

Ice Hotel — Unique Experience

Rebuilt every winter in Valcartier, just outside Quebec City, the Ice Hotel is one of the most unique hotel experiences in the world. Rooms sculpted from ice, a constant temperature of 0°C, warming rituals included: a night to experience at least once in your life.

The First Stop of Your Stay in Old Quebec

Whether you are staying at Auberge Saint-Pierre, Château Frontenac, or Hôtel 71, Carrera Café is just a few minutes' walk to start your day off right.

The proximity of Carrera Café to the main hotels in Petit-Champlain and the Old Port makes it the ideal morning stop for travelers staying in the area. A well-pulled espresso, a pastry, a light board: the perfect start before a day of exploration in Old Quebec.

Welcome to Old Quebec

You have chosen your hotel, you have dropped off your luggage. The next step: Carrera Café, for the coffee that kicks off your stay in Old Quebec.

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