🇨🇦 Sainte-Adèle, Canada
Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage
📍 100, Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle, Sainte-Adèle
Your stay — Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage
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The Property — Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage
Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage feels like a friendly, slightly rustic chalet with a casual vibe: pine walls, a wood-burning fireplace in the common room, and a small outdoor pool. It’s a 3-star property that gets the basics right — clean rooms, decent breakfast, and a peaceful garden — but don’t expect frills. The USP is its quiet location a short drive from Sainte-Adèle’s main street and ski slopes, making it a solid choice for budget-conscious couples or families who want outdoorsy access without the resort price tag. Standing in the lobby, you smell coffee from the breakfast room and hear French chatter from the staff; it feels unpretentious and cared for.
Chronicles of Sainte-Adèle
Sainte-Adèle was founded in the 1840s by the colonisation company of the same name, initially as an agricultural settlement. It grew slowly until the mid-20th century, when the Laurentians became a weekend retreat for Montreal’s English-speaking elite, who built summer cottages and the first ski lodges. The town’s architecture still reflects that era: a mix of modest Quebecois farmhouses, 1950s motels, and chalets with fieldstone fireplaces. Today it’s a year-round outdoor hub for hiking, cycling and skiing, with a strong café culture and a growing craft brewing scene. The identity remains proudly Quebecois — French is the default, and the tempo is unhurried.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sainte-Adèle guide →Best months
July and August offer warm, sunny days perfect for hiking and swimming in Lac Rond, with manageable crowds compared to ski season. September also works well: cooler but still pleasant, with fewer tourists and autumn colours appearing by month-end.
Peak / festival surge
February is the peak month for skiing at nearby Mont Saint-Sauveur, driving hotel prices 30–50% higher. January and March also see strong demand. Events like the Festival des Arts de Sainte-Adèle in July add summer peaks too, though less intense than winter.
Budget shoulder season
May and October are the best shoulder months: prices drop by 20–30%, weather is mild (10–18°C) but rain is common, and trails are quiet. You’ll find discounts on rooms and fewer people at restaurants.
Weather & packing
Sainte-Adèle’s climate is continental, so July afternoons can hit 28°C but evenings often drop below 15°C. Pack a mid-layer fleece or hoodie for evenings plus a light waterproof jacket for sudden showers.
Live City Briefing — Sainte-Adèle
- The Rivière du Nord cycle path, connecting Sainte-Adèle to Saint-Jérôme, has reopened after spring flood repairs — ideal for a scenic ride to the village.
- A new microbrewery, Broue Partout, opened in June 2025 on Rue Morin, offering local beers and a small terrace; it’s getting good word-of-mouth.
- Roadworks on Route 117 near the Sainte-Adèle exit may cause short delays through July — allow an extra 10 minutes for car travel to/from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room at the back (north side) of the building for quiet and a view of the wooded hills behind Sainte-Adèle. Top floor avoids foot traffic above and the back side faces away from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor, especially those facing the boulevard. Ground floor means street foot traffic and potential noise from the lobby or breakfast area. Front-facing (south) rooms pick up traffic rumble from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle, a main arterial road through town.
Best views
North-facing upper-floor rooms give a view of the Laurentian forest and hills, not the boulevard. East or west side rooms get some side street light but less traffic noise than the south side.
Quietest floors
Third floor and above (assuming a 3-4 storey chalet-style inn). The top floor is quietest because there’s no one above you.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle is the main source – it’s a busy provincial road through Sainte-Adèle with cars and trucks. The property has no bar or nightclub, but breakfast area can get lively from 7am. Lift is likely a small two-person type – creaks during operation.
Insider tips
1) Request a room on the top floor at the back (north side) when booking – call the hotel directly if possible, as third-party sites may not capture this. 2) Check if the hotel offers a quiet-hour policy for breakfast room closing – ask to dine later (after 8:30am) to avoid rushes.
- 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 — Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available for CA$10 per 24 hours at front desk.
One small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections but some rooms in historic wing (ground floor only) accessed via two steps.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader via lobby tablet or personal device (ask at desk for code); no physical newspapers delivered.
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 11:00 at front desk; late check-out until 14:00 for CA$50 (subject to availability).
Free storage at front desk on day of arrival and departure; no lockers, items tagged and kept behind counter.
Step-free main entrance via ramp; lift accessible to all guest floors; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms in standard rooms; ground-floor accessible room available (book in advance).
On-site parking CA$15 per night, first-come first-served (about 30 spaces); nearest public lot on Rue de l'Hôtel (CA$10 per night, 5-min walk); no EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CA$3.50 per person per night (tourist tax applicable to all guests, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full room cost charged at booking; a CA$100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refunded upon checkout if no damage/minibar use).
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Canadian Dollar, CAD
ATMs widely available at banks and convenience stores; avoid airport bureaux with poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless common; small shops may prefer cash.
Restaurants: 15-20% before tax; taxis: 10-15%; hotel housekeeping: C$2-5/night.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Tim Hortons or similar chain coffee for about C$2.00.
Poutine or sandwich from a deli counter, around C$10-12.
Main course at a casual family restaurant, roughly C$15-20.
Food trucks near the highway or summer events; limited sit-down areas along the main road.
IGA, Provigo, or Metro in the wider area.
Walmart or Winners in nearby shopping centres; limited in Sainte-Adèle itself.
Local bus (Exo) ticket about C$3.50; from Montreal airport, take the 747 bus to downtown then connect.
Bring reusable bags for groceries (bag fee applies). Cook meals if staying with kitchen. Purchase bottled water in bulk at grocery stores rather than convenience stores.
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Sainte-AdèleWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sainte-Adèle, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sainte-Adèle local area (e.g., ski lifts, village) → Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage, Sainte-Adèle
💡 If you ski at Mont Gabriel or bike to town, call the inn directly (+1 450-229-0144). They partner with a local driver for $10 flat within 5 km. Cash only; no Uber visible this far north.
Montréal–Trudeau Airport → Mont Gabriel Resort
💡 Uber surge pricing can double the cost during ski season or long weekends. Compare with a pre-booked taxi from a local company like Taxi des Laurentides—often cheaper and reliable.
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) → Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage, 245 Chemin du Chinois, Sainte-Adèle
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi or an Uber (around $110–130) at arrivals. Rates rise after midnight, so confirm before you ride. The scenic 15 route avoids tolls; toll roads save 10 minutes.
Montréal (Gare Lucien-L'Allier or Parc) → Saint-Jérôme station (then taxi 15 km to Sainte-Adèle)
💡 For Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage, take train 45 (line 12) to Saint-Jérôme. From the station, call Taxi St-Jérôme ($30–35, 15 min). No bus from there to the inn, so this option is only good for car-free days.
Montréal Gare Centrale (downtown) → Sainte-Adèle station (0.5 km from Auberge de la Gare)
💡 The train station is a short walk from the Auberge — perfect if you're light on luggage. Buy tickets via the Exo app to avoid queues. No direct weekend service from the airport; take a shuttle to Gare Centrale first.
Montréal Bus Terminal (Gare d'autocars de Montréal) - Berri-UQAM → Sainte-Adèle - Rue Principale near Mont Gabriel
💡 Route 70 runs direct. Get off at Sainte-Adèle stop, then it's a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel. Or ask the driver for a drop at the main road junction—saves the climb.
Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) → Auberge de la Gare, Sainte-Adèle
💡 Take the 747 bus from the airport to downtown Montreal's Terminus Centre-Ville (Berri-UQAM), then transfer to a Greyhound bus to Sainte-Adèle. The local CIT Laurentides bus runs from Sainte-Adèle's centre to the hotel — check schedule online as it's limited on Sundays.
Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) – via Gare d'autocars de Montréal → Sainte-Adèle (stop: rue Morin, near Chemin du Chinois)
💡 Take the 747 Express bus from YUL to downtown ($11 cash), then board Galland bus #45 to Sainte-Adèle. Total ~$41, but you save $70+. The last departure from Montreal is around 19:00.
Montréal–Trudeau Airport → Sainte-Adèle (via Berri-UQAM)
💡 Cheapest option but takes planning. Take Aérobus 747 from airport to Berri-UQAM (20 min), then Galland 70 to Sainte-Adèle. Confirm the last Galland departure time online—it stops early on Sundays.
Sainte-Adèle bus terminal (Rue Morin) → Auberge de la Gare (Chemin du Chantecler)
💡 This bus is infrequent — use it for errands, not for tight connections. Taxi or walking (30 mins) from town centre is more reliable evenings. The driver may stop on request near the hotel if you ask.
Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) → Auberge de la Gare, Sainte-Adèle
💡 Book a flat-rate fare in advance with Taxi Sainte-Adèle to avoid surge pricing; cash is preferred by some drivers.
Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL) → Mont Gabriel Resort, Sainte-Adèle
💡 Book a flat-rate taxi ahead with Taxi Sainte-Adèle (450-229-5555). Avoid street hails; they charge extra for luggage and late-night pickups.
About Sainte-Adèle
Wikipedia ↗
Sainte-Adèle (French pronunciation: [sɛ̃t adɛl]) is a municipality in Quebec, Canada, and it is part of the Les Pays-d'en-Haut Regional County Municipality. It lies on Route 117 about 70 kilometres (43 mi) north-west of Montreal. Its tourism-based economy centres on its skiing and hotel industry. Sa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
Request a top-floor room at the back (north side) of the building for quiet and a view of the wooded hills behind Sainte-Adèle. Top floor avoids foot traffic above and the back side faces away from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
Rooms on the ground floor, especially those facing the boulevard. Ground floor means street foot traffic and potential noise from the lobby or breakfast area. Front-facing (south) rooms pick up traffic rumble from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle, a main arterial road through town.
Is Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage noisy?
Street noise from Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle is the main source – it’s a busy provincial road through Sainte-Adèle with cars and trucks. The property has no bar or nightclub, but breakfast area can get lively from 7am. Lift is likely a small two-person type – creaks during operation.
Which rooms have the best views at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
North-facing upper-floor rooms give a view of the Laurentian forest and hills, not the boulevard. East or west side rooms get some side street light but less traffic noise than the south side.
What are insider tips for staying at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
1) Request a room on the top floor at the back (north side) when booking – call the hotel directly if possible, as third-party sites may not capture this. 2) Check if the hotel offers a quiet-hour policy for breakfast room closing – ask to dine later (after 8:30am) to avoid rushes.
What time is check-in at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
Check-in at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests, no login required; premium tier (up to 50 Mbps) available for CA$10 per 24 hours at front desk.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
CA$3.50 per person per night (tourist tax applicable to all guests, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
Poutine or sandwich from a deli counter, around C$10-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Auberge Le Papillon Sauvage?
Local bus (Exo) ticket about C$3.50; from Montreal airport, take the 747 bus to downtown then connect.
When is the best time to visit Sainte-Adèle?
July and August offer warm, sunny days perfect for hiking and swimming in Lac Rond, with manageable crowds compared to ski season. September also works well: cooler but still pleasant, with fewer tourists and autumn colours appearing by month-end.
Top Attractions in Sainte-Adèle
💡 The market runs Saturday mornings June to October; arrive by 9am for the best produce and maple syrup samples
💡 Cycle south to Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson for lake views. In winter, bring your own skis—rentals are pricey nearby.
💡 Pop into the small municipal library next door (free to browse) for a public restroom or to check local event schedules posted on their board.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals in summer — they're not advertised online but happen most Sundays at 11am
💡 The church is unlocked for visitors most weekday afternoons; for the best view of the stained glass, visit on a sunny day around 2pm when light streams through the western windows.
💡 Check the noticeboard outside for occasional free organ recitals — usually posted a week ahead. The side chapel has a small display of old parish photos.
💡 Head to the footbridge near the mill ruins for the best view of the waterfall; early morning is quietest for photos.
💡 Check the bulletin board near the entrance for free summer concerts held on the lawn. Late afternoon light makes the glass glow.