MONASTERE DES AUGUSTINES, Quebec City

The hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Gare du Palais train station and a short stroll to restaurants, shops, and key landmarks like Château Frontenac and the city walls. A Metro grocery store is a 10-15 minute walk away for supplies. The location is exceptionally quiet despite being steps from the lively Rue Saint-Jean, and the hotel's back entrance provides direct access to the historic district. The cheapest airport transfer is a fixed-rate taxi costing approximately CAD 43, as no shuttle service is provided.

The Authentic rooms are former Augustinian cells, simple and small with parquet floors, heating, and air conditioning. They feature shared bathrooms-six full bathrooms for thirty rooms, plus toilet stalls on each floor. Cleanliness and privacy are maintained, and bathrobes are provided. Contemporary rooms are modernly furnished with a private bathroom (many with bathtubs) and are quieter on upper floors. Both types have no televisions, telephones, or minibars; a shared living area on the upper floor has computers and a TV. Free WiFi is reliable for video calls. Some fourth-floor rooms have sloped ceilings, which may be a concern for taller guests. Windows in some rooms do not open, and no balconies are available.

Breakfast is a continental buffet served in silence (no talking allowed), a meditative start to the day. The buffet includes granola, yogurt, fresh bread, frittata, fresh fruit, coffee, and orange juice. Gluten-free and dairy-free options are available upon request. Lunch and dinner are buffet-style, with a focus on local, organic ingredients; wine and champagne are available for an additional charge. The restaurant is open daily from 07:00 to 20:00. There is also a boutique and a take-out counter on site. Coffee and tea are available in the lobby before breakfast, as rooms do not have kettles.

On-site wellness services include back, head, and full body massages, as well as spa/wellness packages. Yoga classes are held daily at 5 PM for CAD 18, and advance booking is recommended. The property also has a garden, sun terrace, and picnic area. A self-guided or paid guided tour of the on-site museum is available, showcasing the history of the Augustinian Sisters. The hotel does not have a spa, swimming pool, or gym, but offers meditative walks and a chapel for reflection.

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, luggage storage (free), lockers, and a tour desk. Free WiFi is available throughout and is strong enough for video calls. Accessible facilities include a lift, wheelchair-accessible rooms, and a lower bathroom sink with grab rails. Parking is on-site but unreservable, costing CAD 26 per night with an EV charging station. Bike storage is available but bikes cannot be kept in rooms. A fridge is not provided in rooms, but a communal fridge is available at reception. There is no self-service laundry, but several laundromats are within walking distance.