Your stay — Hôtel Motel du Havre
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The Property — Hôtel Motel du Havre
Hôtel Motel du Havre is a straightforward, no-nonsense 3-star set back from Boulevard Champlain in the Lower Town, a short walk from the Bassin Louise. The lobby feels like a clean, functional motel reception — varnished wood, a front-desk clerk running check-ins efficiently, and the faint hum of the ventilation system. Its USP is location: a 10-minute walk to the Old Port, with free parking, which is rare this close to the action. It suits independent travellers who want a clean bed and a car space without paying for frills or a heritage facade.
Chronicles of Quebec
Founded by Samuel de Champlain in 1608 as a fur-trading post, Quebec City is one of North America's oldest European settlements. Its Upper Town, encircled by the only fortified city walls north of Mexico, evolved with narrow cobbled streets and stone houses that largely survived 19th-century fires. The Lower Town, rebuilt after the 1866 fire, grew into a working-class port district with wooden buildings on a grid — now a lively nightlife and dining area. French-language law and a strong provincial identity give the city a distinctly European cultural character, with bookshops, bistros, and a thriving street-art scene in Saint-Roch. Contemporary Quebec City balances its UNESCO World Heritage status with a no-nonsense North American practicality.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm days, low rainfall, and manageable tourist numbers. The St. Lawrence is ice-free and pleasant for walking the boardwalks without peak-season queues.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: the height of summer tourism, plus the Festival d'Été de Québec in July draws 1 million+ visitors for concerts. Hotel prices can double; this motel often sells out weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
Late September through October: foliage peaks, crowds thin, and room rates drop 30-40%. Still mild enough for outdoor sightseeing, with fewer families.
Weather & packing
Quebec City's climate is continental, meaning a sunny 25°C day can turn into a 10°C evening with rain. Pack a waterproof shell and a mid-layer fleece, not just summer clothes — the temperature swing is that sharp.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- The Quebec City tramway project (TramCité) is still in the planning phase; expect roadworks on Boulevard Champlain through late 2026, with some lane closures near the hotel.
- The new Musée de la civilisation exhibition on Indigenous cartography opened in April 2026 at 85 Rue Dalhousie, a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
- Lévis ferry service from the Old Port runs until 2am in summer, but check real-time schedules for strike disruptions — union negotiations are ongoing as of June 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hôtel Motel du Havre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. Upper floors minimise street noise from Rue de la Couronne, and the back side avoids the main road. Also ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms next to the reception and the accessible room can pick up hallway and check-in noise. Rooms at the front (Rue de la Couronne side) on floors 1 and 2 will get traffic rumble, especially in rush hour.
Best views
Top-floor rooms at the back offer views over nearby residential streets and rooftops, not the main road. Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a decent cityscape of Rue de la Couronne and the old town skyline.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, furthest from the street and lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Rue de la Couronne is a busy city artery with constant traffic, especially in the morning and early evening. Parking lot revving and guest chatter can be audible on ground floor. No bar or restaurant on-site, so no late-night commercial noise.
Insider tips
1. Arrive early to secure free parking — it fills fast; if none left, walk 3 mins to Stationnement de la Couronne (pay). 2. Premium wifi at 8 CAD/day is worth it if you need decent speed for video calls or streaming; the basic 10 Mbps is fine for email only.
- 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 — Hôtel Motel du Havre
Free basic wifi (10 Mbps) for up to 2 devices; premium tier (50 Mbps) for 8 CAD per day; no login, just accept terms
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital press reader (PressReader) via lobby tablet; no physical papers; building is a converted 1960s motel with original neon sign
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 for 30 CAD (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage in locked lobby room; no time limit for same day
Step-free entrance from street via a short ramp; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; lift accessible; no grab bars in standard bathrooms
Free on-site outdoor parking, first-come first-served; nearest public car park is Stationnement de la Couronne at 9 CAD per 24h, 3-min walk; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.50 CAD per night per person, plus mandatory resort fee of 15.00 CAD per night
Deposit & card hold: Full rate charged at booking; a 100 CAD incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Paroisse Saint Pierre (898 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Parc municipal — 441 m · ~6 min walk
Maison de la Culture Roland-Jomphe — 937 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Desjardins — 243 m · ~3 min walk
Brunet — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Dépanneur des Isles — 732 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux as they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; Amex and Discover less so. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common in most places.
15-20% at restaurants for table service; $1-2 per drink at bars; 10-15% for taxi rides; $2-5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee at a café costs about $2.50-3.00 CAD.
A sandwich or bowl of soup at a café or bistro is roughly $12-15 CAD.
A main course at a mid-range pub or bistro runs $18-25 CAD.
The Old Quebec and Saint-Roch areas have food trucks and casual kiosks selling poutine, crêpes, and hot dogs for $8-12 CAD.
Common budget supermarkets include Metro, IGA, and Maxi.
For affordable clothing, check the malls like Place Sainte-Foy or the large shopping centres in Sainte-Foy and Beauport.
A day pass for the RTC bus network is $8.95 CAD; from the airport, take the 78 bus for $3.75 CAD.
Eat lunch out instead of dinner—many restaurants have cheaper lunch menus. Buy a multi-day museum pass to save on admission. Walk or bike; the old city is compact and well connected.
Good to know — 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 Hôtel Motel du Havre
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Desjardins — 243 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Brunet — 1.2 km · ~15 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 Hôtel Motel du Havre?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. Upper floors minimise street noise from Rue de la Couronne, and the back side avoids the main road. Also ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hôtel Motel du Havre?
Ground-floor rooms next to the reception and the accessible room can pick up hallway and check-in noise. Rooms at the front (Rue de la Couronne side) on floors 1 and 2 will get traffic rumble, especially in rush hour.
Is Hôtel Motel du Havre noisy?
Rue de la Couronne is a busy city artery with constant traffic, especially in the morning and early evening. Parking lot revving and guest chatter can be audible on ground floor. No bar or restaurant on-site, so no late-night commercial noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Hôtel Motel du Havre?
Top-floor rooms at the back offer views over nearby residential streets and rooftops, not the main road. Front-facing rooms on floors 3-4 give a decent cityscape of Rue de la Couronne and the old town skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Hôtel Motel du Havre?
1. Arrive early to secure free parking — it fills fast; if none left, walk 3 mins to Stationnement de la Couronne (pay). 2. Premium wifi at 8 CAD/day is worth it if you need decent speed for video calls or streaming; the basic 10 Mbps is fine for email only.
What time is check-in at Hôtel Motel du Havre?
Check-in at Hôtel Motel du Havre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hôtel Motel du Havre have Wi-Fi?
Free basic wifi (10 Mbps) for up to 2 devices; premium tier (50 Mbps) for 8 CAD per day; no login, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hôtel Motel du Havre?
3.50 CAD per night per person, plus mandatory resort fee of 15.00 CAD per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hôtel Motel du Havre?
A sandwich or bowl of soup at a café or bistro is roughly $12-15 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hôtel Motel du Havre?
A day pass for the RTC bus network is $8.95 CAD; from the airport, take the 78 bus for $3.75 CAD.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
May, June, September: warm days, low rainfall, and manageable tourist numbers. The St. Lawrence is ice-free and pleasant for walking the boardwalks without peak-season queues.
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.