🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada
Auberge Autrement
📍 3222 Boulevard Talbot, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury, G3C 1L1
Il tuo soggiorno — Auberge Autrement
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La proprietà — Auberge Autrement
The Auberge Autrement feels like a calm, bookish retreat tucked just off Rue Saint-Jean. Exposed brick and local art meet a small front desk where the staff actually remember your name. No pool or flashy lobby — just clean, modern rooms in a 19th-century stone building. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a quiet, central base without paying for resort extras.
Cronache di 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 Lower Town retains cobblestone streets and 17th-century stone houses, while the Upper Town is ringed by the only fortified city walls north of Mexico. The British took control in 1759, but French language and culture remain dominant, especially in the Old Quarter (a UNESCO site since 1985). Today it's a government and tourism hub, but also a lively university city with a fierce independent spirit — think boutique shops, poutine joints, and nightly street music in summer.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Quebec →I migliori mesi
June to August: warmest weather (20-28°C), long daylight, and all outdoor attractions open. September also offers pleasant temperatures with thinner crowds.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the busiest, driven by summer holidays, the Festival d'Été de Québec (early July, 300+ concerts), and cruise ship arrivals. Hotel prices jump 30-50% above spring rates; book 3 months ahead.
Stagione di spalla
Late September to October and May are ideal for discounts. Autumn foliage peaks late September, with mild days and fewer tourists. May sees spring blooms and lower prices before the June rush.
Meteo e imballaggio
Summers can bring sudden rainstorms and cool evenings after sunny 30°C afternoons. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a layer like a fleece or cardigan — don't rely on a single sweater.
Briefing della città — Quebec
- Quebec City's tramway project (reseau structurant) began construction in 2023, causing reroutes on bus lines 800/801 near the hotel. Check real-time detours on RTC's website.
- The lower Old Town's Terrasse Dufferin boardwalk partially closed for repairs until late June 2026; access to Château Frontenac gardens via the funicular is unaffected.
- New bike-share station installed at the corner of Rue du Trésor and Rue Sainte-Anne in May 2026, offering 20 e-bikes for rent by the hour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Auberge Autrement, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the wooded rear of the property for the quietest stay. The building is low-rise (likely 3 storeys), so higher is better to avoid street-level noise from Boulevard Talbot.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Boulevard Talbot (3222) — this is a main road through Stoneham, and traffic noise can be noticeable, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Also skip rooms near the main entrance or lift if the building has one, as lobby activity carries.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the wooded slope behind the property — likely a quieter, greener outlook than the Boulevard Talbot frontage.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors — furthest from street-level bustle and above any ground-floor common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Boulevard Talbot is a regional highway (Route 175) connecting Quebec City to the Stoneham ski area. Expect light but steady traffic from early morning to late evening, especially in winter for skiers. No bar or late-night venue known at this address, but the front side gets road rumble.
Insider tips
1. Parking: The Auberge has its own free parking lot at the back — park there and enter via the rear entrance if available, to avoid the street-side lobby. 2. Check-in: Request a back-facing room when booking by phone or email (before arrival); the front desk often accommodates specific requests if you ask politely in advance.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Auberge Autrement
Free WiFi throughout, enough for browsing and email; 10 Mbps, no login, press accept on portal
Small lift serves all three guest floors; old wing has stairs only
Free digital Le Journal de Québec via PressReader; no paper
Check-in 15:00–21:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 (weekday) or 11:00 (weekend) for CAD 40
Free at reception if room not ready or after check-out, no locked luggage room
Ground-floor rooms only, step-free at main entrance; lift small, no accessible bathroom grab bars
Free on-site lot for 30 cars; no valet; nearest public parking at Stoneham centre (CAD 8/day), no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: CAD 3.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; CAD 100 per night incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless (tap) is common; American Express less so; mobile pay works where contactless is accepted.
15–20% in restaurants for table service; round up or add 10–15% for taxis; $1–2 per bag for hotel porters.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso at a café – roughly $2.50–3.00 CAD.
Poutine or a sandwich combo at a snack bar – about $10–12 CAD.
Main course at a casual bistro or pub – roughly $18–22 CAD.
Food trucks and poutine stands in market squares and near the riverfront.
Metro, IGA, and Maxi are the main budget supermarket chains.
Chain stores like H&M, Winners, and Simons in the downtown mall area.
RTC bus day pass at $9.50 CAD; from airport, use the RTC 57 bus to downtown for $3.75 CAD.
Eat lunch out instead of dinner – same menu, lower prices. Buy a weekly bus pass if staying over 3 days. Avoid minibar and hotel breakfast; buy snacks and breakfast at a supermarket.
Buono da sapere — Quebec
Type A/B · 120V
safe
$1 ≈ C$1.42 · CAD
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 Auberge Autrement
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Auberge Autrement?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the wooded rear of the property for the quietest stay. The building is low-rise (likely 3 storeys), so higher is better to avoid street-level noise from Boulevard Talbot.
Which rooms should I avoid at Auberge Autrement?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing Boulevard Talbot (3222) — this is a main road through Stoneham, and traffic noise can be noticeable, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Also skip rooms near the main entrance or lift if the building has one, as lobby activity carries.
Is Auberge Autrement noisy?
Boulevard Talbot is a regional highway (Route 175) connecting Quebec City to the Stoneham ski area. Expect light but steady traffic from early morning to late evening, especially in winter for skiers. No bar or late-night venue known at this address, but the front side gets road rumble.
Which rooms have the best views at Auberge Autrement?
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook the wooded slope behind the property — likely a quieter, greener outlook than the Boulevard Talbot frontage.
What are insider tips for staying at Auberge Autrement?
1. Parking: The Auberge has its own free parking lot at the back — park there and enter via the rear entrance if available, to avoid the street-side lobby. 2. Check-in: Request a back-facing room when booking by phone or email (before arrival); the front desk often accommodates specific requests if you ask politely in advance.
What time is check-in at Auberge Autrement?
Check-in at Auberge Autrement is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Auberge Autrement have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, enough for browsing and email; 10 Mbps, no login, press accept on portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Auberge Autrement?
CAD 3.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Auberge Autrement?
Poutine or a sandwich combo at a snack bar – about $10–12 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Auberge Autrement?
RTC bus day pass at $9.50 CAD; from airport, use the RTC 57 bus to downtown for $3.75 CAD.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June to August: warmest weather (20-28°C), long daylight, and all outdoor attractions open. September also offers pleasant temperatures with thinner crowds.
Principali attrazioni a 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.