Today I am talking about the accommodation in which I had the chance to stay during my stay in Quebec City. This hotel is Auberge Saint-Antoine, one of the best hotels in town. A Relais & Châteaux hotel located in the old Quebec district. An ideal place for a stay in Quebec which offers many surprises to its visitors.

> The history of Auberge Saint-Antoine in Quebec

It is impossible to present the Auberge Saint-Antoine to you without telling you about its history. The Auberge Saint-Antoine was created in 1992, a rather recent establishment, yet steeped in history. The history of Auberge Saint-Antoine is closely linked to the history of its owners, the Price family, who arrived in Quebec over 200 years ago. The family plays a major role in the history of Quebec City but also in the history of the region. William Price, the first member of the Price family to settle in Quebec, went into business with the creation, among other things, of sawmills in the Saguenay region. It is in part to William Price that we owe the creation of the city of Chicoutimi.
Over the years, his sons were able to adapt to economic changes, notably with the creation of one of the largest and most modern paper factories in the world.
It was several decades later that one of William Price’s descendants, Tony, decided to enter the tourism industry in Quebec and opened Auberge Saint-Antoine, a luxury hotel located in old Quebec, not far from the Saint Laurent.
Initially located in a former maritime warehouse from the beginning of the 19th century, the Auberge Saint-Antoine has grown over time and now includes three historic buildings.
The renovation work revealed the presence of many historical vestiges which I will tell you about right away.

> The Auberge Saint-Antoine, a hotel-museum?

During the various works that took place around the hotel, many vestiges of the past were found. Indeed, more than 5,000 objects of all kinds were updated. Restored and classified, 700 of them have found a place inside the hotel itself. From the entrance hall to the corridors, including the hotel bar or restaurant, these artefacts bear witness to the history of the place.
Strolling through the corridors of Auberge Saint-Antoine is to discover pieces from the past recalling the history of the inhabitants of the region.

> Accommodation and services at Auberge Saint-Antoine

Let’s get to the heart of the matter by now talking about the rooms, the services offered by the hotel and the restaurant.
First of all, there are 95 rooms. “Comfort”, “Luxury”, “Junior Suites” and “Suites” rooms. All these rooms are spacious, whatever their range, perfectly combining modernity and refinement, while keeping the historic side of the building. You will find all the comfort expected in this type of establishment with, for some rooms, large terraces offering a breathtaking view of the Saint Laurent, perfect for a summer stay. If you are in our case, that is to say visiting Quebec in the middle of winter, you can take advantage of the fireplace to warm up.

On the ground floor of the Auberge Saint Antoine, you can enjoy a large living room, also with a large fireplace next to which you can warm up after a visit of the city. You will also find Le Bar Artéfact, a quiet space to have a drink but also to eat. The decoration of this place is incredible, refined with, always, the presence of these astonishing artefacts. Also on the ground floor is the wellness center with the gym, sauna and massage area.

The hotel also has many rooms to host special events, including an auditorium with nearly 100 seats.

Now let’s move on to the hotel restaurant, “Chez Muffy”.

“Chez Muffy” is therefore the name of the Auberge Saint-Antoine restaurant. Located in a former maritime warehouse from the beginning of the 19th century, the restaurant “Chez Muffy” surprised us with its warm atmosphere. This restaurant offers a refined decoration while keeping the spirit of the historic building like its stone walls or its impressive wooden beams.

Food wise, you won’t be disappointed. The restaurant offers sophisticated dishes, mostly from fresh produce from the region. And for good reason, it gets its supplies not far from there, on the Île d’Orléans, in the farm that the hotel owns and which has been specially designed to supply the restaurant with fresh products from sustainable agriculture. .

We had the chance to have our breakfasts there, during which we were able to taste countless dishes that were offered to us. Even if you are not a guest of the hotel, I suggest you go for a meal there, you will not be disappointed with the visit.

> Location and surroundings of the Auberge Saint-Antoine

Let us now turn to the question of localization. If you are used to reading this, you will know that I attach an important place to the location of hotels, especially during city trips of a few days as was the case in Quebec City.
On this side, nothing to say about the Auberge Saint Antoine. The hotel is located in the historic district of the city, in a quiet street but a stone’s throw from one of the city’s must-see streets, rue Petit-Champlin. You will only be a few dozen meters from the shores of the Saint-Laurent, but also from the stairs – or the funicular – which will take you to the Dufferin terrace. You will also find, very close to the hotel, the essential museum of civilization. The location is, to my taste, just ideal for a stay in Quebec.

Small anecdote, if you look on the ground, when leaving the hotel, you will find in the street, three annotated marks of 3 years – 1600, 1700 and 1800. These marks are there to symbolize the level of the Saint-Laurent at these three different eras. You will be able to try to imagine what the city could look like several centuries ago as well as the space gained on the river over time.

> My opinion on the Auberge Saint-Antoine in Quebec

What about this hotel, just perfect for my taste. A prime location, a building steeped in history which has kept its historic side despite major renovations. The place given to the history of this place will appeal to more than one visitor as it is highlighted in an elegant and refined way.
The services offered by the hotel are numerous and fit perfectly into a stay of a few days in Quebec. It is therefore without hesitation that I recommend this hotel, certainly one of the best in Quebec.

Wondering where to sleep in Montreal? How not to tell you about one of the best hotels in Montreal. Absolutely beautiful, it is located in the heart of old Montreal! We had the chance to stay there during our passage through this beautiful city during a road trip in Quebec.

A hotel of history and culture

First of all, let me quickly introduce you to the history of this unique place. This boutique hotel, located just behind the magnificent Notre-Dame Basilica, overlooks the gardens of the Sulpicians’ Seminary. This religious community is still present in these places today.
You will not be able to miss the many architectural testimonies of this period throughout your visit to the hotel, starting with the magnificent remarkable stone facade upon your arrival.

Throughout your stay, the Saint Sulpice hotel wishes to provide its customers with a unique experience combining modernity, luxury and history. You can find within the hotel itself a selection of works of art presented in different forms: book, exhibition and film!

The book is the result of collaborative work between different writers who have been invited to stay at the hotel so that this unique place can be their source of inspiration. Thus, each of the 14 guests produced a piece of news according to their respective desires. This collection is available to customers for reading. And if you’re a fan, you can even pick up a copy.

During our visit, we were able to discover the works of the famous Quebec designer Jean-Claude Poitras. The concept is simple: each floor of the hotel is associated with a different theme. And this theme is given a musical atmosphere broadcast throughout the floor concerned. The association of the works of Jean-Claude Poitras with the musical universe of François Dompierre, a great Quebecois composer, offers us a unique moment of escape. This immersion is an original experience, worthy of one of the best hotels in Montreal, such as the Saint Sulpice.

To finish on this cultural part, you can also watch a short film called La Valise. This film is produced by the hotel itself! Four characters and a suitcase will take you to explore the Saint Sulpice hotel in a rather original way.

An exceptional location for one of the best hotels in Montreal

It is obvious that the choice of your hotel will depend greatly on its location. And to be the best hotel in Montreal, what better place than Old Montreal to set up a business? Le Saint Sulpice is perfectly located both for tourists who come to discover this beautiful city, and for professionals on a business trip. You can enjoy a wide choice of tourist activities to do on foot from your hotel: visit Notre-Dame Basilica, stroll along the Old Port, visit Old Montreal and its underground city, go to Chinatown Chinatown and the Village, or visit the must-see Pointe-à-Callière museum.
As you will have understood, the Saint Sulpice is the ideal hotel for visiting Montreal.

Room and services

After having discovered the universe of our floor through the works of Messrs Poitras and Dompierre, we move towards our suite. And there … wow! A large bedroom, with all the comforts of a suite: a living room with fireplace (using an electric fireplace), a magnificent bedroom, a bathroom as a girl could dream of (with the very beautiful products). L’Occitane beauty salon) and a customer well-being corner with a Nespresso coffee machine (an important detail for us), minibar and other sweets to make you feel at home. In short, you will understand, this room is perfect for a stay in Montreal, whatever the duration: one night, a week or more!

If you are traveling with a car, note that this is not a problem during your stay at the Saint Sulpice hotel: a parking service is provided so that you have no problem to manage during your stay. The valets take care of everything!

And finally, if your soul of a great sportsman apprehends this trip because it represents a break in your training, reassure her, a gym is at your disposal during your stay. And to comfort you after the effort, you can take a tour of the Scandinavian Spa. A unique moment of relaxation in a contemporary and ecological environment.

Sinclair restaurant

The room is good, but breakfast is also very important for us French people! We took it in the hotel’s very nice dining room. A bright room, well decorated and quiet. A good start to the day. Here, breakfast is served at the table, no buffet. You will have the choice between different plates (continental, Canadian or more focused on health), but also with a selection of local specialties. We took the continental plate: very good and generous enough for a breakfast!

In order to fully experience the experience, we took our midday “lunch” at the hotel restaurant, the Sinclair. If you are a foodie, a lover of good food, mixing originality and flavors, come and take a look at this Montreal restaurant. As I said earlier, the hotel is located near a business district. The restaurant is one of the landmarks for these businessman to come and have a good but also quick “lunch”.

Regarding the meal, we were really spoiled! We had the chance to taste various and varied specialties: crab, foie gras, squid, tuna tartare,… And for each dish, its own wine for optimum tasting.

In addition, the chef is attentive to his supply: fresh and local products! Everything we love.
The little extra of this most beautiful hotel in Montreal? Le Saint Sulpice is the only hotel in Montreal where you can enjoy a beautiful terrace, flowered and shaded in summer, sheltered from cars and tourist traffic. A significant point that brings a touch of charm.

And to conclude on this rather gastronomic part, we particularly appreciated the bar area. A cozy space, by the fireplace in winter, where you can discover or rediscover a whole range of cocktails or warm up with a delicious hot chocolate.