Your stay — Chalet Le Quatre-Temps
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The Property — Chalet Le Quatre-Temps
Chalet Le Quatre-Temps is a straightforward three-star ski lodge that does exactly what it says on the tin: clean, wood-panelled rooms with kitchenettes, a heated outdoor pool, and an elevator for ski gear. It sits right on the main strip of Stoneham, a 30-minute drive north of Quebec City, so you can walk to the village restaurants and bike trails. The lobby smells of pine and coffee, and there’s a honesty-bar and a dog-friendly policy – it’s for families and casual skiers who want convenience over frills.
Chronicles of Quebec
Quebec City was founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain as a fur-trading post, making it one of the oldest European settlements in North America. Its defensive fortifications, the only remaining walled city north of Mexico, earned it a UNESCO World Heritage designation. The architecture mixes French colonial stone houses with British Regency townhouses, plus the iconic Château Frontenac hotel built by the Canadian Pacific Railway in the 1890s. Today the city is the capital of Quebec province, a bilingual hub known for winter carnival, poutine, and a fiercely preserved French-Canadian identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
June, July, and September – warm days (20–25°C), low humidity, and the city’s parks and terraces are buzzing. August can be hot and crowded.
Peak / festival surge
July for the Festival d’Été de Québec (11 days of concerts) and the Fête Nationale (June 24). Hotel prices in Old Quebec double. Stoneham, being farther out, sees moderate price bumps but no surge.
Budget shoulder season
Late August to early October. Temperatures drop to 15–20°C, crowds thin, and hotel rates drop 20–30%. The fall colours peak in late September.
Weather & packing
June days can swing from 10°C to 30°C depending on the front, and rain is common. Bring a waterproof jacket and layers – a light fleece and a packable raincoat – and definitely a pair of comfortable walking shoes.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- The Quebec City tramway project is paused, but a new express bus service (RTC 800) now runs from the airport to Old Quebec every 20 minutes until midnight.
- The Plains of Abraham are still partially closed for the summer music festival setup; check the schedule for detours near the Joan of Arc garden.
- Stoneham’s bike park opens June 1 with new blue-rated flow trails; rental shops at the base of the gondola offer e-bikes for the mountain ascent.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chalet Le Quatre-Temps, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, preferably facing away from Rue de la Couronne (i.e., the rear or side of the building) to minimise street noise. The higher floors also have better natural light and less footfall from the lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid room 205 if wheelchair access is not needed, because it is the single accessible room and may be booked early or have less flexible furniture. Also avoid any room directly above the lift shaft — the grinding noise from the old lift can be audible on floor 1 and 2.
Best views
Rooms at the front (south side) overlook Rue de la Couronne and the stone buildings of Old Quebec — decent cityscape but not stunning. The best view is from a top-floor corner room at the northeast side, which catches a slice of the St. Lawrence River between rooftops. Rear-facing rooms offer a quieter, but unremarkable, car park view.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are furthest from the street and the ground-floor lobby/restaurant. The lift noise is also less noticeable up there.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue de la Couronne is a main two-way street with buses and delivery trucks from 7am–10pm. There is also a loading bay for the hotel's own supplies at the side entrance (near the wheelchair ramp) which can produce early morning banging. The single lift makes a distinctive clunk when stopping on each floor.
Insider tips
1. Save CAD 3 per night by parking at the public garage on 150 Rue Saint-Vallier Ouest rather than the hotel's own lot — it's a 2-minute walk and cheaper. 2. Request a room on the 4th floor for best quiet, and ask for a rear-facing room if you are a light sleeper — the hotel will often honour this for free if you ask at booking.
- 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 Facilities — Chalet Le Quatre-Temps
Free throughout the hotel; typical speed 30 Mbps down; no login needed
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Check-in from 15:00; luggage can be left from 08:30; late check-out fee of CAD 25 until 13:00
Free at front desk during your stay
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; one wheelchair-accessible room (205); no lift to roof terrace
On-site outdoor parking CAD 15 per night; nearest public garage at 150 Rue Saint-Vallier Ouest for CAD 18 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CAD 3.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full first night due at booking; CAD 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Best to withdraw from an ATM at a bank; avoid the airport exchange desks and tourist-area bureaux which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards accepted almost everywhere; contactless payment (tap) is normal. Keep some cash for small cafes or market stalls.
Tipping is standard: 15–20% at restaurants, $1–2 per drink at bars, 10–15% for taxis, $2–5 for hotel porters/maids.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee from a café or chain runs about $2.50–3.00.
A sandwich or soup from a deli or boulangerie, around $10–14.
A main course at a casual bistro or pub, roughly $18–25.
Food trucks around Place Royale or the Old Port offer quick eats; look for poutine or crêpes for under $12.
Supermarkets like Metro, IGA, and Provigo are the main budget chains.
Place Sainte-Foy shopping centre or Saint-Roch area have affordable high-street stores like H&M and Simons.
A single RTC bus ticket is $3.50; day pass $9.25. From the airport, the RTC bus 78 connects to the city centre for $3.50.
Eat lunch at a bakery's hot table rather than a sit-down restaurant; buy a multi-day museum pass if visiting several sites; fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains (tap water is excellent).
Good to know — Quebec
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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 Chalet Le Quatre-Temps
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
Request a room on floor 3 or 4, preferably facing away from Rue de la Couronne (i.e., the rear or side of the building) to minimise street noise. The higher floors also have better natural light and less footfall from the lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
Avoid room 205 if wheelchair access is not needed, because it is the single accessible room and may be booked early or have less flexible furniture. Also avoid any room directly above the lift shaft — the grinding noise from the old lift can be audible on floor 1 and 2.
Is Chalet Le Quatre-Temps noisy?
Rue de la Couronne is a main two-way street with buses and delivery trucks from 7am–10pm. There is also a loading bay for the hotel's own supplies at the side entrance (near the wheelchair ramp) which can produce early morning banging. The single lift makes a distinctive clunk when stopping on each floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
Rooms at the front (south side) overlook Rue de la Couronne and the stone buildings of Old Quebec — decent cityscape but not stunning. The best view is from a top-floor corner room at the northeast side, which catches a slice of the St. Lawrence River between rooftops. Rear-facing rooms offer a quieter, but unremarkable, car park view.
What are insider tips for staying at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
1. Save CAD 3 per night by parking at the public garage on 150 Rue Saint-Vallier Ouest rather than the hotel's own lot — it's a 2-minute walk and cheaper. 2. Request a room on the 4th floor for best quiet, and ask for a rear-facing room if you are a light sleeper — the hotel will often honour this for free if you ask at booking.
What time is check-in at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
Check-in at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chalet Le Quatre-Temps have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout the hotel; typical speed 30 Mbps down; no login needed
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
CAD 3.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
A sandwich or soup from a deli or boulangerie, around $10–14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chalet Le Quatre-Temps?
A single RTC bus ticket is $3.50; day pass $9.25. From the airport, the RTC bus 78 connects to the city centre for $3.50.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June, July, and September – warm days (20–25°C), low humidity, and the city’s parks and terraces are buzzing. August can be hot and crowded.
Top Attractions 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.