Archaeological port inn
Centuries of excavated French colonial artifacts line intimate lounges and stone corridors, balancing museum history with polished harbor-side hospitality.
“The lobby's height is impressive, and it sets the tone for the contemporary décor that wends its way through the hotel: dark grey couches…”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Excavated cannon battery foundations and warehouse walls house hundreds of colonial relics.
Notable
Clefs d'Or concierges lead private artifact tours between heated stone floors and Frette linens.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
Privacy is the key word here — this is a small and intimate hotel, perfect for a romantic getaway.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The hotel anchors the Old Port along the Saint Lawrence River, just steps from the Musée de la civilisation and cobblestone lanes.
The rooms
Every room showcases an individually excavated artifact, paired with heated bathroom floors, deep tubs, and 1822 warehouse timber beams.
The spa and gym
Separate Finnish dry saunas accompany massage treatment rooms and a gym with a dedicated yoga studio.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Coteau
A central fireplace warms the 1822 warehouse dining room, where menus draw from the family's farm on Île d'Orléans.
Built on one of the city’s richest archaeological sites, the boutique hotel consists of three historical buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries...
At the table
Bar Artefact pours craft cocktails alongside preserved 17th-century fortification walls and displays of excavated colonial relics.
How it began
The Price family unified three waterfront warehouse and battery buildings over a rich archaeological dig spanning four centuries of history.
“Panache at the Auberge Saint-Antoine hotel in Lower Town was long one of Québec City’s most celebrated restaurants, a special-occasion favorite…”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.