Your stay — Grand Times Hotel Drummondville
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The Property — Grand Times Hotel Drummondville
The Grand Times Hotel Drummondville occupies a modern, low-slung building just off the Trans-Canada Highway, a few minutes' drive from the town centre. Its lobby is clean and corporate—polished granite floors, a gas fireplace, comfortable leather chairs—and aimed squarely at business travellers and road-trippers who want reliable comfort rather than character. The USP is consistent, mid-range value: decent-sized rooms with mini-fridges and Keurig machines, plus a complimentary breakfast that's better than most in this bracket. It suits a family or couple passing through on a long drive between Montreal and Quebec City, or someone here for a show at the nearby Centre Marcel-Dionne.
Chronicles of Quebec
Drummondville was founded in 1815 on the banks of the Saint-François River, originally as a settlement for British soldiers demobilised after the War of 1812. The river powered early textile mills, which drove the town’s growth late into the 19th century. Architecturally, it's a mix of Quebec vernacular (stone and clapboard), red-brick industrial buildings around the old mill district, and the vast, modern sports complex built for the 2013 Quebec Games. Today, its identity leans hard on two things: the Festival de la Poutine (world’s largest poutine festival, each August), and its role as a budget-friendly hub for travellers exploring the Eastern Townships and Centre-du-Québec region.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
June, September, October — warm days (20-25°C), low humidity, and the autumn colours in the surrounding countryside peak in October. Crowds are thin except during specific festivals.
Peak / festival surge
August — the Festival de la Poutine draws 100,000+ visitors over its week; hotel prices typically double, and the Grand Times often sells out. The annual Mondial des Cultures (world folk dance festival) in early July can also push rates up.
Budget shoulder season
May, late September-early November — May is cool (10-18°C) but green and quiet; late September sees the last of the summer heat + the start of apple-picking season. Room rates drop by 30-40% vs August.
Weather & packing
Drummondville sits in a humid continental climate where June can swing from 30°C to a rainy 12°C in a single day. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket, light jumper, and sun hat are all non-negotiable; leave the umbrella behind and buy a compact foldable rain poncho.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- The Saint-François River bike path (Route Verte 4) now has a newly paved section linking Drummondville's old mill district to Parc des Voltigeurs, finished spring 2025 — good for a gentle afternoon ride.
- Downtown's historic Rive Gauche theatre underwent a major renovation in early 2025, reopening with improved acoustics and seating; check their schedule for June 2026 shows.
- The A20 highway widening project near Exit 181 is ongoing through 2026, with occasional night lane closures — allow an extra 10 minutes if arriving late.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Grand Times Hotel Drummondville, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor (top floor). The lift serves all three floors, but top-floor rooms avoid footfall noise from above. For extra quiet, ask for a room facing away from Rue Saint-Hubert — the rear side overlooks the parking lot, which is quieter than the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid Room 101 — it's the only accessible room, so if you don't need it, leave it for guests who do. Also avoid any room on the first floor directly above the ground-floor public areas (where there's a slight 1-inch threshold) — that's where the lobby and likely the breakfast room are, so noise from early risers could be an issue. If you're sensitive to traffic noise, avoid rooms facing Rue Saint-Hubert.
Best views
Rooms facing Rue Saint-Hubert look out onto the streetscape of Centre-Ville — typical Quebec city view with shops and houses, but also traffic. Rear-facing rooms get a parking lot view (less interesting but quieter). No significant landscape or river views from this downtown location.
Quietest floors
Third floor (top floor) is quietest — no upstairs neighbours. Second floor is also decent if the lift isn't heavily used.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue Saint-Hubert is a busy street in Drummondville's Centre-Ville, so expect road noise in front-facing rooms, especially during rush hour. The outdoor parking lot is first-come-first-served, so cars coming and going until late could be audible from rear rooms, but less intrusive than street traffic. Lift and service areas are on all floors, so rooms near the lift can hear it operating. No on-site bar or restaurant identified, so late-night noise from that is unlikely.
Insider tips
1. Parking is CAD 12 per night but first-come-first-served — arrive early afternoon to secure a spot, or use the nearby Stationnement Municipal lot on Rue Hériot for CAD 8 overnight (a 5-minute walk). 2. Free Wi-Fi is only 5 Mbps, which is painfully slow for streaming or video calls — if you need decent internet, pay the CAD 9.95 for premium 25 Mbps, but note you'll need to request the password at check-in as it's not automatically provided.
- 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 — Grand Times Hotel Drummondville
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (25 Mbps) available for CAD 9.95 per day; no login password provided at check-in
One elevator serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby iPad; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop allowed from 11:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 13:00 for CAD 30, after 13:00 charged half-night rate
Free luggage storage at front desk for before check-in or after check-out
Step-free main entrance and accessible room (Room 101) with roll-in shower; no other accessible rooms. Lift door width 32 inches. Some ground-floor public areas have a 1-inch threshold
On-site outdoor parking: CAD 12 per night, first-come-first-served. Nearest public lot: Stationnement Municipal (Rue Hériot) CAD 8 overnight. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.5% of room rate plus a fixed CAD 0.15 per night per room
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required at booking; at check-in a CAD 100 refundable hold on credit card for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église La Vie Comblée (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Promenades Drummondville — 652 m · ~8 min walk
Parc Jacques-Parizeau — 892 m · ~11 min walk
Parc-en-ciel — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 405 m · ~5 min walk
Pharmaprix — 434 m · ~5 min walk
Couche-Tard — 511 m · ~6 min walk
Drummondville — 816 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use bank ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid the currency-exchange kiosks at Québec City airport or tourist bureaux, which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted everywhere, including taxis and small shops; American Express less so. Contactless and mobile pay are common in most places.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax (often 15% is standard for good service). Taxis: round up or tip 10%. Hotel staff: $2-5 per bag for bellhops, $2-5 per night for housekeeping (left in an envelope). Bartenders: $1-2 per drink.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee from a corner café or boulangerie runs about $2.50-3.00 CAD.
A bowl of soup or sandwich from a casual bistro or food stall – around $12-15 CAD.
Main course at a modest bistro or pub – about $18-25 CAD.
Look for food trucks or stalls near Place d'Youville and along Rue Saint-Jean during summer; poutine and smoked-meat sandwiches are typical budget eats.
Major grocery chains common here: Metro, IGA, and Provigo. Smaller discounters: Maxi and Super C.
Main shopping streets are Rue Saint-Jean and Rue de la Couronne in Lower Town, plus Galeries de la Capitale mall for mid-range chains like H&M, Zara, and Simons (local department store).
The RTC bus day pass (valid until 3am next day) costs about $8.50 CAD from a convenience store or many metro/bus stations. From the airport, the RTC bus route 78 (now route 71 to downtown) costs $3.50 CAD (exact change) vs. a taxi at $30-35 CAD.
1) Eat lunch at the same places you'd splurge on for dinner – many brasseries have affordable lunch specials. 2) Buy a multi-day museum pass (Carte Musée) if you plan to visit several attractions. 3) Walk or bike: the Old City and Plains of Abraham are very walkable, and àVélo bike share costs $5 CAD for 24-hour access.
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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 Grand Times Hotel Drummondville
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 405 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmaprix — 434 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 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 Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
Request a room on the third floor (top floor). The lift serves all three floors, but top-floor rooms avoid footfall noise from above. For extra quiet, ask for a room facing away from Rue Saint-Hubert — the rear side overlooks the parking lot, which is quieter than the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
Avoid Room 101 — it's the only accessible room, so if you don't need it, leave it for guests who do. Also avoid any room on the first floor directly above the ground-floor public areas (where there's a slight 1-inch threshold) — that's where the lobby and likely the breakfast room are, so noise from early risers could be an issue. If you're sensitive to traffic noise, avoid rooms facing Rue Saint-Hubert.
Is Grand Times Hotel Drummondville noisy?
Rue Saint-Hubert is a busy street in Drummondville's Centre-Ville, so expect road noise in front-facing rooms, especially during rush hour. The outdoor parking lot is first-come-first-served, so cars coming and going until late could be audible from rear rooms, but less intrusive than street traffic. Lift and service areas are on all floors, so rooms near the lift can hear it operating. No on-site bar or restaurant identified, so late-night noise from that is unlikely.
Which rooms have the best views at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
Rooms facing Rue Saint-Hubert look out onto the streetscape of Centre-Ville — typical Quebec city view with shops and houses, but also traffic. Rear-facing rooms get a parking lot view (less interesting but quieter). No significant landscape or river views from this downtown location.
What are insider tips for staying at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
1. Parking is CAD 12 per night but first-come-first-served — arrive early afternoon to secure a spot, or use the nearby Stationnement Municipal lot on Rue Hériot for CAD 8 overnight (a 5-minute walk). 2. Free Wi-Fi is only 5 Mbps, which is painfully slow for streaming or video calls — if you need decent internet, pay the CAD 9.95 for premium 25 Mbps, but note you'll need to request the password at check-in as it's not automatically provided.
What time is check-in at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
Check-in at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Grand Times Hotel Drummondville have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (25 Mbps) available for CAD 9.95 per day; no login password provided at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
3.5% of room rate plus a fixed CAD 0.15 per night per room
Where can I eat cheaply near Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
A bowl of soup or sandwich from a casual bistro or food stall – around $12-15 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Grand Times Hotel Drummondville?
The RTC bus day pass (valid until 3am next day) costs about $8.50 CAD from a convenience store or many metro/bus stations. From the airport, the RTC bus route 78 (now route 71 to downtown) costs $3.50 CAD (exact change) vs. a taxi at $30-35 CAD.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June, September, October — warm days (20-25°C), low humidity, and the autumn colours in the surrounding countryside peak in October. Crowds are thin except during specific festivals.
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.