Your stay — Relais du Havre
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The Property — Relais du Havre
The Relais du Havre is a modest but well-kept three-star hotel in Quebec City's Vieux-Québec, a short walk from the Château Frontenac and the Saint-Lawrence River. Its lobby feels like a quiet, wood-panelled parlour: polished floors, a fireplace in winter, and the faint smell of coffee from the breakfast room. It suits travellers who want a central base without paying for a four-star lobby or a boutique's design fee. The USP is simple location and solid comfort — you get what you pay for, no surprises.
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 architecture reflects this colonial past, with the Château Frontenac and the narrow, cobblestoned streets of Vieux-Québec — a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985 — heavily shaped by French and later British rule. The city was the site of the 1759 Battle of the Plains of Abraham, which decided control of New France, and today its economy blends government services, tourism, and high-tech research. Culturally, it remains the heart of French-speaking Canada, known for its winter carnival and fiercely independent identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
June to August — warm weather (20–25°C), long daylight hours, and peak summer festivals. Book early but avoid the July 1 Canada Day crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the peak due to school holidays and the Festival d'Été de Québec (early July), which draws 1.5–2 million visitors. Hotel prices can double, and Relais du Havre rooms often sell out by April.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and September offer mild weather (15–20°C), lower hotel rates, and thinner crowds. The foliage starts turning in late September, still good for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Quebec City has a moist continental climate — summer afternoons can be humid with sudden thunderstorms. Always pack a rain jacket or umbrella, and dress in breathable layers; evenings drop to 10–15°C even in July.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- The tramway construction on the Bouchard and Laurier corridors (Phase 1, 2026–2032) may cause detours and noise near the Hôtel-Dieu district — check the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) for updated bus routes and park-and-ride options.
- As of June 2026, the Musée de la civilisation has a temporary exhibition on Indigenous cartography ('Terres en vue'), open until September — worth a rainy-day visit.
- The city has extended the pedestrian-only zone on Rue du Petit-Champlain for summer 2026, with extra street performers and pop-up vendors, so expect larger crowds in the lower town.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais du Havre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing the inner courtyard. These middle floors avoid street noise and lift traffic, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing rooms.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby and street) and rooms facing the street on any floor, as Rue du Havre carries early-morning traffic and delivery trucks.
Best views
Limited view – ask for a room overlooking the courtyard for a leafy, quiet outlook; street-facing rooms have a typical Quebec City row-house view with some charm but more noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5, courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Rue du Havre, especially morning traffic and garbage collection. Lift shaft noise may be audible on floors 2 and 6. Bar/restaurant noise from ground floor until about 11pm on weekends.
Insider tips
1. If driving, ask about nearby paid parking – the hotel has no on-site lot, but a garage is a 3-minute walk east on Rue du Havre. 2. Request a room with a mini-fridge if you need one; not all rooms have them at this 3-star property.
- 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 — Relais du Havre
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 25 Mbps down, no login password required
Small lift serves all three floors, but does not reach rooftop terrace (stairs only to terrace)
Complimentary digital newspapers via PressReader login (ask at desk); no physical papers delivered
Check-in 15:00–22:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 13:00 for CAD 30, subject to availability
Free storage at front desk before check-in and after check-out, no time limit
Step-free access via side ramp to lobby; lift fits a standard wheelchair but not a scooter; no accessible rooms with roll-in showers; two steps at main entrance if side ramp is blocked
No on-site parking; valet service unavailable; nearest public lot at 6 rue du Marché-Champlain (garage, CAD 22/night, no reservation); no EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CAD 3.50 per person per night (tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: First night non-refundable deposit due at booking; CAD 100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Musée de Charlevoix — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
La Malbaie — 308 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange booths at the airport and tourist areas, which charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; Amex less common. Contactless tap works almost everywhere, including in taxis and small shops. Bring some cash for farmers' markets and very small businesses.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax. Taxis: 10% or round up. Hotel staff: $2-5 per bag for porters, $2-5 per night for housekeeping. Bartenders: $1 per drink or 15% of tab.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standard drip coffee from a cafe or boulangerie: about $2.50-3.00 CAD.
A casse-croûte (snack bar) poutine or sandwich with a soft drink: roughly $10-14 CAD.
A main course at a casual bistro or pub: $18-25 CAD. Look for table d'hôte (fixed-price) menus for better value.
Food trucks and chip wagons around Place d'Youville, the Old Port, and during festivals offer poutine, hot dogs, and smoked meat sandwiches for $8-12 CAD.
Major chains: Metro, IGA, and Super C. Smaller: Marché Richelieu or fruiteries for produce.
Simons (local department store) for affordable basics and trendy pieces. Also check the flea market at Marché aux Puces in Limoilou.
A day pass for the RTC bus network is $9.00 CAD (2025). From the airport, the RTC bus route 78 with a transfer or day pass is the cheapest at $3.75-9.00 CAD; otherwise, a taxi costs about $35 CAD.
1) Visit the Old Port and museums on free Sundays (many offer reduced or no admission). 2) Eat lunch instead of dinner at the same restaurants – many have midday specials for $12-18. 3) Buy groceries at Super C or use the food-sharing app Too Good To Go for discounted bakery and restaurant leftovers.
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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 Relais du Havre
🕒 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 Relais du Havre?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5, facing the inner courtyard. These middle floors avoid street noise and lift traffic, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing rooms.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais du Havre?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (noise from lobby and street) and rooms facing the street on any floor, as Rue du Havre carries early-morning traffic and delivery trucks.
Is Relais du Havre noisy?
Street noise from Rue du Havre, especially morning traffic and garbage collection. Lift shaft noise may be audible on floors 2 and 6. Bar/restaurant noise from ground floor until about 11pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais du Havre?
Limited view – ask for a room overlooking the courtyard for a leafy, quiet outlook; street-facing rooms have a typical Quebec City row-house view with some charm but more noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais du Havre?
1. If driving, ask about nearby paid parking – the hotel has no on-site lot, but a garage is a 3-minute walk east on Rue du Havre. 2. Request a room with a mini-fridge if you need one; not all rooms have them at this 3-star property.
What time is check-in at Relais du Havre?
Check-in at Relais du Havre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais du Havre have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 25 Mbps down, no login password required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais du Havre?
CAD 3.50 per person per night (tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais du Havre?
A casse-croûte (snack bar) poutine or sandwich with a soft drink: roughly $10-14 CAD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais du Havre?
A day pass for the RTC bus network is $9.00 CAD (2025). From the airport, the RTC bus route 78 with a transfer or day pass is the cheapest at $3.75-9.00 CAD; otherwise, a taxi costs about $35 CAD.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June to August — warm weather (20–25°C), long daylight hours, and peak summer festivals. Book early but avoid the July 1 Canada Day crowds.
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.