🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada
L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges
📍 1401, Chemin Lac Quenouille, Quebec
Dein Aufenthalt — L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges
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Das Eigentum — L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges
L’Évasion Gîte & Refuges is a functional, mid-range base in Quebec City’s Lower Town, a short walk from the Old Port and Petit Champlain district. The lobby is essentially the front desk of a quiet, low-rise building — clean, practical, and no-nonsense. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want a solid night’s sleep near the action without paying for restaurant or spa extras. The USP is location and price: you get a 3-star bed in a tourist core for under CA$200 a night in July.
Chroniken von Quebec
Quebec City was founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain as a fur-trading post, making it one of North America’s oldest European settlements. Its architecture is dominated by 17th- and 18th-century stone buildings in the Upper Town, ringed by fortifications — the only remaining fortified city walls north of Mexico. The Lower Town, where this hotel sits, grew around the port and retains narrow, cobbled streets. Today the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and proud guardian of French-Canadian identity, with a bilingual but staunchly francophone cultural scene. Its contemporary identity blends heritage tourism with a quiet, liveable urban life, not a nightlife hub.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Quebec-Guide →Die besten Monate
June and September: warm weather (20–25°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than July and August. September also brings lower hotel rates after Labour Day.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the absolute peak: Canada Day (1 July) attracts huge crowds, and the Festival d’Été de Québec (usually early July) draws 1 million+ visitors for free concerts. Hotel prices can double – expect CA$250–350/night for a 3-star. Book six months ahead.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and October: May is cool (10–15°C) but cheaper (CA$120–160/night); October sees autumn colours but crisp temperatures. Both avoid the tourist crush.
Wetter & Verpackung
Quebec City has a humid continental climate where July afternoons can hit 30°C, but evenings drop to 12–15°C. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan is essential for dusk walks along the St. Lawrence.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Quebec
- The Quebec City tramway project is currently on hold (as of 2025) – no impact on visitors, but bus routes along Rue Saint-Jean remain active and can be crowded during festivals.
- The Dufferin Terrace boardwalk near Château Frontenac is undergoing partial renovation through 2026, so expect some closed sections and detours for the skyline view.
- Several new microbreweries have opened in the Saint-Roch district, notably La Souche and Noctem; visit for a more local drinking scene than the Old Town pubs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper-floor rooms at the rear of the building, away from Chemin Lac Quenouille. The top floor (likely 2nd or 3rd, given low-rise lodge style) will have the best lake glimpses and reduced road noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or parking area; these will pick up foot traffic and car doors. Also skip rooms directly facing the road (1401 Chemin Lac Quenouille is a rural highway, so front-facing rooms hear trucks and snowmobiles).
Best views
Rooms at the back overlooking the lake (Lac Quenouille) or forest. The address is on a main road, so the rear side likely faces water. No view from front rooms except the carpark.
Quietest floors
Top floor (assumed 2nd or 3rd) is quietest. Ground-floor rooms are noisiest due to proximity to lobby and parking.
🔊 Noise notes
Chemin Lac Quenouille is a main route in the Laurentians, used by cars, logging trucks in winter, and snowmobiles on the nearby trail. Also potential noise from neighbouring cabins during peak season.
Insider tips
1) Park at the back of the lot if possible – less exhaust noise near your window. 2) Check in early to request a quiet rear upper room; the gîte is small, and upgrades are more likely on weekdays.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges
Free Wi-Fi throughout, medium speed (approx 25 Mbps); no login or tier limits.
No lift; main building is two floors with stairs only. Some garden-level rooms have two steps at entrance.
Digital News Canada newspaper available free via lobby tablet. No physical papers delivered.
Check-in from 16:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 (fee CAD 50), after 12:00 billed for extra night.
Free locked storage in reception area during your stay hours.
No step-free main entrance; ground-floor rooms have a single step. No wheelchair-accessible bathrooms or roll-in showers.
Free on-site unassigned parking for up to 40 cars. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is lot municipal Saint-Donat, CAD 5/day, 5 km north.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: CAD 3.50 per person per night for municipal/tourist tax
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking; a CAD 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Exchange at a bank or credit union for best rates; avoid airport and hotel kiosks which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless tap-to-pay is common in shops and restaurants. Small rural businesses may prefer cash.
15–20% in restaurants, round up in taxis, $2–5 per night for housekeeping.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Tim Hortons coffee: about CAD 2.00 for a medium.
Sandwich or soup at a cafe: around CAD 10–12.
Poutine or a pub main: about CAD 15–18.
Not a big street food scene; try food trucks at local festivals or the Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts market in summer.
Metro, IGA, and Super C are common chains.
Canadian Tire for basics; outlet stores in Mont-Tremblant village for discounted outdoor gear.
No public transport in this rural area; drive or bike. Budget airport transfer: shared shuttle from Montréal–Trudeau to the Laurentians costs about CAD 50–80 one way.
Buy groceries at a supermarket instead of eating out every meal; fill up gas before heading into the mountains (prices higher in resort towns); book accommodation midweek for lower rates.
Gut zu wissen — Quebec
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Emergency Contacts
QuebecWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Quebec, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) → Chauveau Ouest & St-Louis
💡 Get off at St-Louis & Chauveau Ouest, then walk 6 minutes. Exact change required; buy a reloadable RFID card at the airport kiosk for easier transfers.
Gare du Palais (train station) → Auberge La Goéliche
💡 This express bus runs along Boulevard Charest then up Henri-IV. Sit on the left side for river views near the end. Off-peak runs can be 10 min late.
Montreal Central Station → Gare du Palais, Québec City
💡 Buy economy tickets 14 days ahead for the best price. From Gare du Palais, catch RTC #801 or take a 20-min Uber to the hotel.
Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) → Auberge La Goéliche
💡 Book a flat-rate taxi through the airport's official booth to avoid surge pricing. Tipping 10–15% is standard.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
Request upper-floor rooms at the rear of the building, away from Chemin Lac Quenouille. The top floor (likely 2nd or 3rd, given low-rise lodge style) will have the best lake glimpses and reduced road noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the main entrance or parking area; these will pick up foot traffic and car doors. Also skip rooms directly facing the road (1401 Chemin Lac Quenouille is a rural highway, so front-facing rooms hear trucks and snowmobiles).
Is L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges noisy?
Chemin Lac Quenouille is a main route in the Laurentians, used by cars, logging trucks in winter, and snowmobiles on the nearby trail. Also potential noise from neighbouring cabins during peak season.
Which rooms have the best views at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
Rooms at the back overlooking the lake (Lac Quenouille) or forest. The address is on a main road, so the rear side likely faces water. No view from front rooms except the carpark.
What are insider tips for staying at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
1) Park at the back of the lot if possible – less exhaust noise near your window. 2) Check in early to request a quiet rear upper room; the gîte is small, and upgrades are more likely on weekdays.
What time is check-in at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
Check-in at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, medium speed (approx 25 Mbps); no login or tier limits.
Is there a city or tourist tax at L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
CAD 3.50 per person per night for municipal/tourist tax
Where can I eat cheaply near L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
Sandwich or soup at a cafe: around CAD 10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from L'Évasion Gîte & Refuges?
No public transport in this rural area; drive or bike. Budget airport transfer: shared shuttle from Montréal–Trudeau to the Laurentians costs about CAD 50–80 one way.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June and September: warm weather (20–25°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than July and August. September also brings lower hotel rates after Labour Day.
Top-Attraktionen in Quebec
💡 Come at dusk for the free sound-and-light show on the square's buildings (projected on walls, May–October, starts at 9:00 PM).
💡 Visit on a free Sunday but get there by 10:00—queue forms fast. The permanent First Peoples exhibition is top-notch.
💡 Skip the main tourist drag on Rue Saint-Jean—cut into the side alleys like Rue des Jardins for quieter spots and cheaper cafes.
💡 Go early morning to avoid crowds and see the mist over the St. Lawrence. Free guided tours run in summer but you need to book online.
💡 Take the 800 bus from downtown (€3.50) instead of a tour. Walk down the staircase on the east side—less crowded and better photos. Free to enter the park.