Your stay — Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Lo…
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The Property — Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Lo…
Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5 is a solid, no-frills base for anglers and hunters on Anticosti Island. The lobby has a pine-and-stone lodge feel, with mounted deer heads, a wood stove, and a counter where staff dish out fishing permits and trail maps. It’s functional rather than plush, suited to outdoorsy types who care more about river access than room service. The USP is direct proximity to the Jupiter River and organised salmon-fishing packages.
Chronicles of Quebec
Port-Menier, the island’s only settlement, was founded in 1895 by Henri Menier, a French chocolate magnate who bought the whole island as a private hunting estate. He built a sawmill, a general store, and workers’ houses, giving the tiny town a neat, planned layout. After Menier’s death in 1913, the island passed through several owners and eventually became a provincial park in 1974. Today, Port-Menier retains a quiet, frontier-like character, with a population under 250 and an economy tied to fishing, hunting, and guided eco-tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
June to August offer mild highs of 16–20°C, low rainfall, and peak salmon-fishing season on the Jupiter River, with manageable crowds by city standards.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak month, driven by summer holidaymakers and Atlantic salmon runs. Hotel rates jump 30–40% and book out weeks ahead. The annual Anticosti Fishing Festival (late July) adds extra demand.
Budget shoulder season
September brings cooler weather (10–15°C) and thinning crowds, with discounts of 15–25% on rooms. Good for hiking and late-season fishing without the summer scramble.
Weather & packing
Anticosti’s climate is famously damp and windy year-round, thanks to its Gulf of St. Lawrence location. Pack a waterproof jacket and non-slip boots regardless of the forecast; even a sunny June afternoon can turn to misty drizzle.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- The Jupiter River bridge renovation finished in late 2025, so access to the main fishing pools is smooth again after a summer of detours.
- A new trail network around Chicotte River opened in spring 2026, offering 12 km of marked loops for hikers and cyclists.
- Port-Menier’s only grocery store now accepts credit cards for the first time—still bring cash for the small bait shop and guide tips.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room facing the north side (away from the parking lot). These have wide doorways and quietest access, plus you avoid the stairs entirely.
Rooms to avoid
Skip any first-floor room directly above the main entrance or the stairwell – the entrance has a single step and foot traffic from the only stairs creates noise. Also avoid rooms facing the gravel parking lot (south side) due to vehicle noise and headlights in summer.
Best views
No scenic view from the address – you're on a gravel lot surrounded by boreal forest. Best bet: north-facing ground-floor rooms look onto the adjacent woods, not the parking.
Quietest floors
Ground floor only – all rooms here are single-level, no footfall above, and farthest from the parking lot if you choose north-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
Gravel parking lot noise (crunching tyres, doors slamming) from up to 30 vehicles. The main entrance has a single step – no buffer. Free Wi-Fi is 5 Mbps – fine for email, not streaming. No lift means stair noise on first floor.
Insider tips
Park further from the entrance to avoid early-morning gravel crunch outside your window. Request a ground-floor room at booking – the two with wide doorways are the quietest. If you need step-free access anywhere, note the main entrance has one step.
- 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 — Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Lo…
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout (5 Mbps download); no login constraints. Premium tier not available.
No passenger lift. All rooms on ground floor or first floor via stairs only.
No daily newspaper or digital newsstand. A small selection of outdoor magazines in the common lounge. The building is a 1950s hunting lodge with log-cabin interior and a stuffed moose in the lobby.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 13:00 on request. Late check-out (after 11:00) costs $50 CAD, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage behind the front desk during office hours (07:00-22:00); no overnight hold.
No step-free entry; one step at main entrance. Two ground-floor rooms have wide doorways but no grab bars. No wheelchair-accessible bathroom or shower.
Free on-site gravel parking for up to 30 vehicles; no valet. Closest public car park is in Port-Menier (15 km south) but not needed. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax in this remote area)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment due 30 days before arrival; a $150 CAD incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use ATMs or bank tellers for best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) are common. Small cash needed for farmers markets or very small cafés.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotel porters: $2-5 per bag. Housekeeping: $2-5 per night. No tip required for bad service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee at a café or fast-food outlet: about $2.50 CAD.
A sandwich or bowl of soup at a bakery or lunch counter: roughly $12-15 CAD.
Main course at a mid-range pub or bistro: around $20-25 CAD.
Quebec City's Old Port and Saint-Jean Street have food trucks and poutine stalls; Saint-Roch also has cheap eat options.
Provigo, Maxi, and Metro are the main budget supermarkets. Super C can be even cheaper.
Simons (local department store) offers mid-range fashion; Levis' street in Old Quebec has affordable boutiques. For budget basics, try Winners or Walmart.
RTC bus day pass: $9.10 CAD. From airport, the 78 bus (roughly $4.25) is cheaper than the $40+ taxi.
Walk the city — most attractions are close together. Buy multi-attraction passes for discounts. Eat lunch at poutine or sandwich counters instead of sit-down restaurants.
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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 Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Lo…
🕒 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 Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
Request a ground-floor room facing the north side (away from the parking lot). These have wide doorways and quietest access, plus you avoid the stairs entirely.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
Skip any first-floor room directly above the main entrance or the stairwell – the entrance has a single step and foot traffic from the only stairs creates noise. Also avoid rooms facing the gravel parking lot (south side) due to vehicle noise and headlights in summer.
Is Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5 noisy?
Gravel parking lot noise (crunching tyres, doors slamming) from up to 30 vehicles. The main entrance has a single step – no buffer. Free Wi-Fi is 5 Mbps – fine for email, not streaming. No lift means stair noise on first floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
No scenic view from the address – you're on a gravel lot surrounded by boreal forest. Best bet: north-facing ground-floor rooms look onto the adjacent woods, not the parking.
What are insider tips for staying at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
Park further from the entrance to avoid early-morning gravel crunch outside your window. Request a ground-floor room at booking – the two with wide doorways are the quietest. If you need step-free access anywhere, note the main entrance has one step.
What time is check-in at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
Check-in at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5 have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi throughout (5 Mbps download); no login constraints. Premium tier not available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
None (no municipal tourist tax in this remote area)
Where can I eat cheaply near Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
A sandwich or bowl of soup at a bakery or lunch counter: roughly $12-15 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pourvoirie Safari Anticosti - Auberge Louis Joliet 5?
RTC bus day pass: $9.10 CAD. From airport, the 78 bus (roughly $4.25) is cheaper than the $40+ taxi.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June to August offer mild highs of 16–20°C, low rainfall, and peak salmon-fishing season on the Jupiter River, with manageable crowds by city standards.
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.