Your stay — Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard
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The Property — Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard
Chez Girard is a tidy three-star auberge in Sainte-Foy, a residential suburb ten minutes from central Quebec City. The lobby smells of woodsmoke and coffee; a black Labrador often sleeps by the hearth. Rooms are plain but immaculate, with pine furniture and sturdy duvets. This place suits independent travellers who want a clean, quiet base near the bridges, not tourists seeking Old Quebec charm.
Chronicles of Quebec
Quebec City was founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain as a fur-trading post. The British took it in 1759 after the Plains of Abraham battle; narrow streets and stone houses survive from both French and English eras. The 19th century brought grand Victorian and Second Empire public buildings, and the 20th century's preservation movement kept the walled city intact. Today its cultural identity is proudly French-Canadian, with a live music scene, strong literary tradition, and a permanent tension between heritage tourism and everyday neighbourhood life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Quebec guide →Best months
June and September: June has warm days (20-25°C) and long light; September stays mild with fewer tourists after Labour Day.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. The Quebec International Summer Festival (FEQ) in early July draws huge crowds; hotel prices in central Old Quebec double or triple. Chez Girard, being in Sainte-Foy, sees a smaller spike. Winter Carnival in February also jacks up citywide rates.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and late September. Temperatures are 10-18°C, crowds thin, and room rates drop 30-40% from peak. You'll need a jumper but no queues for the Funicular.
Weather & packing
Quebec City's June can flip from 30°C to 12°C in one afternoon, often with sudden rain squalls off the St Lawrence. Pack layers: a light fleece, a waterproof jacket, and shoes that handle puddles.
Live City Briefing — Quebec
- Old Quebec's tramway project is paused for 2026; expect usual bus shuttle Route 800 between downtown and Sainte-Foy. Summer roadworks on Boulevard Laurier will cause delays near the hotel.
- The new Espace Félix-Leclerc cultural centre opens in June 2026 in Sainte-Foy, a ten-minute walk from the auberge, with a café and free evening concerts.
- Seasonal note: Canada Day fireworks on 1 July will close the bridges for 90 minutes from 9:45pm; plan evening returns carefully.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room if you cannot manage stairs, as there is no lift. If you are fit and want more quiet, ask for a room on the second floor facing the inner courtyard — this gets less street noise from avenue de la Cour than front-facing rooms.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the third floor if you have heavy luggage or mobility issues — that staircase is original 17th-century and very steep. Also avoid front-facing rooms on the first floor (above the restaurant) as they can pick up noise from the dining room and street.
Best views
Courtyard-facing rooms give a pleasant view of the old stone courtyard (typical of Vieux-Québec). Street-facing rooms look onto avenue de la Cour with historic buildings opposite, but also passing cars and pedestrians.
Quietest floors
Second floor is best for quiet — above the first-floor restaurant noise but below the third-floor stair climb. Courtyard-facing rooms on any floor will be quieter than street-side ones.
🔊 Noise notes
The building is on avenue de la Cour in Old Quebec — a narrow street with some pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The restaurant on-site can generate kitchen and diner sounds until about 10pm. No lift noise, but the old staircase creaks.
Insider tips
1) For parking, use 'Garage Québec' at 55 Rue d'Auteuil (200m walk, 28 CAD/24h) — book ahead in summer. 2) If you have a car, check in first and then park; the front entrance has two steps, so ask a staff member for help with luggage if needed.
- 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 — Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard
Free for all guests, 25 Mbps download, no login; works well in rooms and courtyard
Original 17th-century staircase only; no passenger lift. Ground-floor rooms available upon request.
Complimentary digital access to Le Soleil and La Presse via hotel tablet at reception. Building is a listed 1685 house with exposed stone walls and timber beams.
Check-in from 15:00 (earliest); bag drop available from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:00 for 30 CAD, after 12:00 subject to half-night rate if available.
Free for same-day guest; for storage beyond check-out, 5 CAD per bag per day
No step-free entrance: two steps at front door. Wide ground-floor room available, but bathroom has a step-in shower (no roll-in). No lifts.
No on-site parking. Public garage 'Garage Québec' at 55 Rue d'Auteuil, 200 m walk, 28 CAD per 24h. No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3.50 CAD per person per night, mandatory
Deposit & card hold: Full first night charged at booking; a 100 CAD incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Trinity Church (351 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Eglise Ste-Agathe-des-Monts (487 m · ~6 min walk)
- Synagogue: House Of Israel (560 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: Espérance de Vie (680 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Place Lagny — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Théâtre Le Patriote — 2.4 km · ~31 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banque Nationale — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Uniprix — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Couche-Tard — 785 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
Banks and currency exchange offices in Quebec City offer fair rates; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay are common in most shops and restaurants.
15-18% at restaurants for table service; $1-2 per drink at bars; round up taxi fares; $2-5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular drip coffee from a café costs about $2.50-3.00.
A sandwich or soup-and-salad combo from a boulangerie or deli costs around $10-14.
A main course at a casual bistro or pub runs $15-22.
Cheap eats are concentrated in the Saint-Roch neighbourhood and food courts at Place Ste-Foy and Galeries de la Capitale.
Metro, IGA, and Maxi are the main budget supermarket chains.
For affordable shopping, head to the Galeries de la Capitale mall or Simons department store (local affordable fashion chain).
A day pass on the RTC bus network costs $9.25; from the airport (YQB) take the RTC bus #76 to Sainte-Foy transit hub for $3.75.
Eat lunch out rather than dinner to get the same dishes for less; fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains (tap water is safe); buy multi-attraction passes if you plan to see several sites.
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Emergency Contacts
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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 Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banque Nationale — 408 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Uniprix — 74 m · ~1 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 Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
Request a ground-floor room if you cannot manage stairs, as there is no lift. If you are fit and want more quiet, ask for a room on the second floor facing the inner courtyard — this gets less street noise from avenue de la Cour than front-facing rooms.
Which rooms should I avoid at Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
Avoid any room on the third floor if you have heavy luggage or mobility issues — that staircase is original 17th-century and very steep. Also avoid front-facing rooms on the first floor (above the restaurant) as they can pick up noise from the dining room and street.
Is Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard noisy?
The building is on avenue de la Cour in Old Quebec — a narrow street with some pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The restaurant on-site can generate kitchen and diner sounds until about 10pm. No lift noise, but the old staircase creaks.
Which rooms have the best views at Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
Courtyard-facing rooms give a pleasant view of the old stone courtyard (typical of Vieux-Québec). Street-facing rooms look onto avenue de la Cour with historic buildings opposite, but also passing cars and pedestrians.
What are insider tips for staying at Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
1) For parking, use 'Garage Québec' at 55 Rue d'Auteuil (200m walk, 28 CAD/24h) — book ahead in summer. 2) If you have a car, check in first and then park; the front entrance has two steps, so ask a staff member for help with luggage if needed.
What time is check-in at Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
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Does Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, 25 Mbps download, no login; works well in rooms and courtyard
Is there a city or tourist tax at Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
3.50 CAD per person per night, mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
A sandwich or soup-and-salad combo from a boulangerie or deli costs around $10-14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Restaurant & Auberge Chez Girard?
A day pass on the RTC bus network costs $9.25; from the airport (YQB) take the RTC bus #76 to Sainte-Foy transit hub for $3.75.
When is the best time to visit Quebec?
June and September: June has warm days (20-25°C) and long light; September stays mild with fewer tourists after Labour Day.
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.