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3-star hotels in La Malbaie
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in La Malbaie, from riverside inns to chalets and apartment-style stays, drawn from guest scores, facilities and distance to the centre. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base in Charlevoix without giving up character.
Staying in La Malbaie
La Malbaie sits on the Saint Lawrence River in the Charlevoix region, a town built on its history as a summer resort. Visitors come for the natural beauty and the outdoors — hiking, skiing, whale watching and golf — and for cultural stops such as the Charlevoix Museum and the Casino de Charlevoix. The architecture and the many hotels and inns still reflect that resort past, and the sectors of Pointe-au-Pic, La Malbaie Centre and Cap-à-l'Aigle each have their own feel.
These 3-star hotels are spread across the town rather than clustered in one spot. Several sit on Rue Principale and Rue Richelieu in the main town area, others on Chemin Des Falaises toward Pointe-au-Pic, and some further out on Route 132, the Vieux Chemin, Rue De La Remontée or Chemin Grand Fonds Nord. The nearest to the centre are Domaine Frais Air at 1.7 km and the Richelieu and Chemin Des Falaises addresses at around 3 km. Couples and short-break visitors will find small inns with fireplaces and terraces; families are served by family rooms, kitchens and pools; drivers suit the outlying chalets.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Chez Truchon
1065 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereChez Truchon combines a restaurant, bar and garden with free parking and free wifi, so meals and evenings need no planning. Rooms include family options, air conditioning and a safe, and the river setting adds to the stay. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 1775 reviews. It sits 3.2 km from the centre and suits couples and families who want dining on site.
See Chez TruchonLe Perchoir
201 Vieux Chemin, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereLe Perchoir offers a kitchen and a balcony with a lake setting, giving self-catering guests room to settle in. Skiing and water sports are listed, and family rooms, high chairs and cots make it workable for parents with children. A perfect 5.0 out of 5 from 107 reviews backs the choice. Free parking and free wifi round it out for active stays.
See Le PerchoirDomaine Frais Air
30 Rue Du Domaine, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDomaine Frais Air places guests 1.7 km from the centre, with a kitchen, kitchenette and fireplace for relaxed self-catering evenings. Balconies and a patio face river and sea surroundings, and free parking and free wifi keep things simple. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 181 reviews, it suits couples and small groups who prefer apartment-style space over a conventional room.
See Domaine Frais AirAuberge des Falaises
250 Chemin Des Falaises, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAuberge des Falaises pairs a spa, sauna and outdoor pool with a restaurant and bar, making it a restful base on Chemin Des Falaises. A beach is nearby and family rooms are available, with free parking and free wifi included. The 4.6 out of 5 rating comes from 448 reviews. It suits travellers who want wellness facilities and dining without leaving the property, 3.1 km from the centre.
See Auberge des FalaisesLa Côte d'Or
348 Rue Principale, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereLa Côte d'Or brings together a restaurant, bar, jacuzzi and massage, plus a garden and games room for slower hours. A beach is nearby and family rooms, cots and babysitting service help guests with children. Express check-in and free parking ease arrival, and wifi is free. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 121 reviews, it works for couples and families wanting both dining and downtime on site.
See La Côte d'OrLes Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix
1346 Rue Principale, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLes Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix gives guests full apartments with kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a balcony and terrace. Skiing is listed among the facilities, and family rooms, lifts and free parking make longer stays easier. Free wifi is included. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 555 reviews, it suits groups and families who want to cook and settle in rather than book a standard room.
See Les Appartements du Massif de CharlevoixAuberge le Relais des Hautes Gorges
330 Rue Principale, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAuberge le Relais des Hautes Gorges offers a spa, sauna, jacuzzi and both an outdoor pool and a salt water pool, backed by a bar and games room. Balconies and a terrace add outdoor space, and skiing is listed. Free parking and free wifi are included. It sits 20.1 km from the centre, so it suits guests who want a pool-and-spa stay away from town. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 118 reviews.
See Auberge le Relais des Hautes GorgesLa Maison Otis Boutique Hotel
23 Rue St Jean Baptiste Baie St Paul Qc G3z 1M2, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLa Maison Otis Boutique Hotel keeps things compact: free wifi, free parking, a terrace and luggage storage, with horse riding and skiing listed for days out. Wheelchair accessible and with a meeting room, it covers both leisure and working visitors. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 212 reviews. Its address sits 36.8 km from La Malbaie's centre, so it suits travellers touring the wider area by car.
See La Maison Otis Boutique HotelMicrobrasserie La Baleine Endiablée
229 Qc 132, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMicrobrasserie La Baleine Endiablée has a bar and restaurant on site, plus a garden, terrace and games room for evenings in. Family rooms, room service and entertainment activities are listed, and free parking and free wifi are included. Rated 4.3 out of 5 across 1157 reviews, it suits guests who want a lively, food-and-drink-led stay. It is 25.7 km from the centre, so a car helps.
See Microbrasserie La Baleine EndiabléeLes Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada
50 Rue De La Remontée G5a 1Z5 La Malbaie Canada La Malbaie, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLes Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada offers chalet-style stays with kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a fireplace and terrace. A garden, picnic area and massage are listed, and pets are allowed, which is rare on this list. Skiing, golf and horse riding appear among the facilities, with free parking and free wifi. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 68 reviews, it suits families and pet owners wanting space, 12.4 km from the centre.
See Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa CanadaAuberge des 3 Canards
115 Côte Bellevue, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAuberge des 3 Canards pairs an outdoor pool, spa and jacuzzi with a restaurant and bar, and a golf course and mini golf are listed for guests. Breakfast is offered and family rooms, babysitting service and a garden help parents. Free parking and free wifi are included. It sits 4.0 km from the centre and holds 4.3 out of 5 from 489 reviews, suiting couples and families who want pool and spa time.
See Auberge des 3 CanardsPetit Hôtel Amara
905 Richelieu, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePetit Hôtel Amara offers a kitchen, patio and picnic area with sea surroundings, giving guests a relaxed base 3.2 km from the centre. Air conditioning, a bar and express check-in are listed, and a washing machine and iron and board help longer stays. Free parking and free wifi are included. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 96 reviews, it suits independent travellers who like to self-cater near the water.
See Petit Hôtel AmaraHotel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino
525 Chemin Des Falaises, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Coach parking
Why stay hereHotel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino brings a health club, spa, sauna and steam room together with a restaurant, bar and pool bar. A library, garden and picnic area add quieter corners, and golf, sailing and skiing are listed. A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and free parking help, and wifi is free. At 4.3 km from the centre, it holds 4.2 out of 5 from 1593 reviews and suits guests wanting extensive leisure facilities.
See Hotel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du CasinoOasis du grand fond
46 Chemin Grand Fonds Nord, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOasis du grand fond is a small, garden-based stay with a fireplace and terrace, plus a picnic area for outdoor meals. Fishing, horse riding, surfing and skiing are listed among its facilities, and a casino is nearby. Free parking and free wifi are included. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 24 reviews, it suits guests who want a quiet, activity-focused base 11.6 km from the centre and are happy to drive.
See Oasis du grand fondHôtel Au Petit Berger
20 Rue Desbiens, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHôtel Au Petit Berger has an outdoor pool and a playground, with a golf course and tennis court listed, making it a practical pick for active families. A beach is nearby and family rooms are available, while a bar and fireplace cover the evenings. Free parking and free wifi are included. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 307 reviews, it sits 3.7 km from the centre and suits parents travelling with children.
See Hôtel Au Petit Berger
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chez Truchon | ★★★ | 4.8 | 1,775 | Yes | – | – | 3.2 km |
| Le Perchoir | ★★★ | 5.0 | 107 | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Domaine Frais Air | ★★★ | 4.8 | 181 | Yes | – | – | 1.7 km |
| Auberge des Falaises | ★★★ | 4.6 | 448 | Yes | – | Yes | 3.1 km |
| La Côte d'Or | ★★★ | 4.7 | 121 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix | ★★★ | 4.5 | 555 | Yes | – | – | – |
| Auberge le Relais des Hautes Gorges | ★★★ | 4.6 | 118 | Yes | – | Yes | 20.1 km |
| La Maison Otis Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 212 | Yes | – | – | 36.8 km |
| Microbrasserie La Baleine Endiablée | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,157 | Yes | – | – | 25.7 km |
| Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★ | 4.5 | 68 | Yes | – | – | 12.4 km |
| Auberge des 3 Canards | ★★★ | 4.3 | 489 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.0 km |
| Petit Hôtel Amara | ★★★ | 4.4 | 96 | Yes | – | – | 3.2 km |
| Hotel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino | ★★★ | 4.2 | 1,593 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.3 km |
| Oasis du grand fond | ★★★ | 4.6 | 24 | Yes | – | – | 11.6 km |
| Hôtel Au Petit Berger | ★★★ | 4.1 | 307 | Yes | – | Yes | 3.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Chez Truchon pairs a garden and terrace with a restaurant and river setting. Le Perchoir adds a fireplace, balcony and lake, with a perfect 5.0 guest score from 107 reviews. La Côte d'Or brings a lounge, jacuzzi and bar, scoring 4.7 from 121 reviews.
For families
Auberge des Falaises has an outdoor pool, family rooms and a spa. Hôtel Au Petit Berger offers an outdoor pool, playground, tennis court and family rooms. Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix and Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada provide kitchens, washing machines and family rooms for longer stays.
Auberge des Falaises · Hôtel Au Petit Berger · Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix · Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada
For self-catering
Domaine Frais Air, Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix, Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada and Petit Hôtel Amara all include kitchen or kitchenette facilities, with ovens, microwaves and refrigerators, so guests can cook rather than eat out every day.
Domaine Frais Air · Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix · Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada · Petit Hôtel Amara
Closest to the centre
Domaine Frais Air is 1.7 km from the centre, while Chez Truchon and Petit Hôtel Amara are both 3.2 km away and Auberge des Falaises 3.1 km. These keep shops, restaurants and services within easy reach by car.
Domaine Frais Air · Chez Truchon · Petit Hôtel Amara · Auberge des Falaises
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to the centre of La Malbaie?
Domaine Frais Air is 1.7 km from the centre. Auberge des Falaises is 3.1 km away, while Chez Truchon and Petit Hôtel Amara are each 3.2 km from the centre.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Auberge des Falaises has an outdoor pool and swimming pool. Hôtel Au Petit Berger has an outdoor pool and swimming pool, and Auberge le Relais des Hautes Gorges has an outdoor pool and salt water pool.
Which hotels suit families?
Auberge des Falaises, Hôtel Au Petit Berger, Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix and Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada all list family rooms, and several add kitchens or a playground.
Are there hotels with spa facilities?
Auberge des Falaises offers a spa, sauna, jacuzzi and massage. Auberge le Relais des Hautes Gorges has a spa, sauna and jacuzzi, and Hotel et Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino lists a spa, sauna and steam room.
Can I stay in an apartment-style unit?
Yes. Les Appartements du Massif de Charlevoix offers kitchens and kitchenettes with washing machines, and Les Bouleaux Les Chalets Spa Canada provides kitchen facilities in its chalets.
How do I get to La Malbaie?
Most visitors arrive by car via Route 138 along the Saint Lawrence River. The nearest major airport is Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, about a two-hour drive, and Intercar runs bus service from Québec City.
When is the best time to visit?
Summer and early autumn are ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing, with fall foliage in September and October. Winter, from December to March, is popular for skiing at Le Massif de Charlevoix.
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