Auberge Saint-Antoine

The most traditionally luxurious boutique hotel in the city, the Auberge is a great choice for sophisticated travelers thanks to its low-key location.

• The rooms with spacious terraces, perfect for summer stays
• Panache, the hotel’s fine dining restaurant and one of the best in the city

Québec City’s only Relais & Châteaux property, the Auberge Saint-Antoine, occupies a prime spot in the Lower Town, which is often much quieter than the upper tier. Made up of three historical buildings, the hotel incorporates its history in its design, and the modern lobby and rooms feature artifacts uncovered on the site. The combination of contemporary architecture and historical treasures (including glazed pitchers and rusted keys) with homey touches like roaring fires and plush throws indicate the kind of obsessive care that has gone into the project. The Price family, who owns the hotel, has been influential in the city’s political and industrial life for more than six generations, and their pride in its history infuses the guests’ experiences.

The 95 rooms are done in a simple, contemporary style, and boast modern extras like Nespresso coffee makers, complimentary Wi-Fi, deep soaking tubs and heated floors in the bathrooms. The best are those with terraces, which are some of the most desirable accommodations in the city during the summer months. The historical suites come with kitchenettes and a more formal décor, while the regular suites feature the same design as the rest of the rooms. In addition to the wonderful on-site restaurants, Panache and Café Artefact, there is a gym, spa, meeting rooms and theater, which when not occupied for a conference, can be used by guests for a movie night.

Anyone who appreciates history, gourmet cuisine and a sense of refinement.