Auberge Saint-Antoine
Quebec City, Canada
Old Port
Vibe
Archaeological treasures unearthed on site line vaulted corridors and intimate lounges, bridging French colonial history with polished boutique hospitality.
“Archaeological harbor hideaway”
Clefs d'Or concierges guide private artifact tours, alongside evening turndown, Frette linens, and heated bathroom floors.
Centuries-old warehouses and battery foundations house hundreds of excavated artifacts dating back to French colonial times.
Clean contemporary lines and tailored modern furnishings highlight original 1822 warehouse timber beams and historic stone masonry.
In the Old Port overlooking the Saint Lawrence River, steps from historic Old Québec.
“Auberge Saint-Antoine is half hotel, half museum, a unique blend of a boutique hotel and an old-fashioned bed and breakfast…”
Rooms
Each room displays an individual excavated artifact alongside heated floors, deep soaking tubs, and original stone walls or warehouse timbers.
“Built on one of the city’s richest archaeological sites, the boutique hotel consists of three historical buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries…”
Wellness
Recover after cobblestone walks with two Finnish saunas, dedicated treatment rooms for massage therapy, a yoga room, and a 24-hour gym.
“Each of the 95 rooms is unique, featuring its own antiques and local designer touches.”
Backstory
The local Price family unified three waterfront buildings over an archaeological dig that uncovered centuries of French and British history.
Eat & drink
Chez Muffy serves seasonal Quebec terroir beneath 1822 warehouse beams, while Bar Artefact pairs craft cocktails with museum-worthy relics.
The neighborhood
Cobblestone streets of the Old Port surround the hotel, placing the Saint Lawrence River and the Musée de la civilisation steps away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.