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3-star hotels in Matane
This shortlist gathers the 3-star hotels in Matane, from riverside inns to motels along Highway 132, for travellers planning a salmon-fishing, whale-watching or Gaspésie road trip who want a mid-range base with a known guest score.
Staying in Matane
Matane sits on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River, a town built on forestry, fishing and, more recently, tourism. The Matane River is known for its Atlantic salmon fishing and runs a fish ladder and interpretation centre, the Matane Wildlife Reserve north of town offers hiking, canoeing and wildlife viewing, and the Saint Lawrence is the departure point for whale watching and sea excursions. It is also the gateway to the Gaspésie Peninsula.
The hotels here cluster in two bands. Several addresses sit in the central grid around 1re Avenue and Avenue du Phare, within reach of the waterfront, restaurants, shops and the ferry terminal; others lie further out along Avenue du Phare Ouest and the Highway 132 corridor, where a car makes more sense. Couples and short-break visitors tend to favour the riverside and seafront properties with terraces, while families look for pools, playgrounds and family rooms. Guests on a fishing trip or an overnight before the ferry have plenty of straightforward motel-style options too.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne
170 1Re Ave E, Matane, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA ground-floor address on 1Re Ave E where the fireplace and the bar do most of the hosting, with a cafe and a restaurant covering the rest of the day. Guests get free Wifi and free car parking, and the terrace and picnic area make it easy to stay put between outings. A reception area, luggage storage and a meeting room suit small groups, and the property is wheelchair accessible. Skiing is listed among the facilities. A 4.6 rating from 304 reviews makes it the highest-scoring 3-star option here.
See Auberge Chateau LamontagneManoir sur Mer
475 1 Ave O, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRooms at 475 1 Ave O come with a kitchen or kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave and coffee, so longer stays are practical, and a balcony is among the room features. Family rooms are available, the beach is nearby, and river and sea both appear among the property's features. Concierge, express check in and housekeeping round out the service. 503 reviews average 4.5.
See Manoir sur MerRiotel Matane
250 Avenue Du Phare Est, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe largest review base on this list, 1751, averages 4.3, and the setup at 250 Avenue Du Phare Est explains why families return: an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a kids pool, plus a playground, family rooms and cots. A fitness centre, massage and jacuzzi handle the adults, while a restaurant, room service and banquet space cover meals and events. The beach is nearby and river is listed as a feature. A 24 hour front desk, business centre and lifts keep logistics simple.
See Riotel MataneAuberge La Seigneurie des Monts
21 1 Ère Ave E, Matane, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAn easy-going auberge at 21 1 Ère Ave E, with a bar and snack corner, a terrace and a picnic area doing the social heavy lifting. Free Wifi and free car parking come as standard, and luggage storage helps if you arrive early. A meeting room and wheelchair access make it workable for small work groups as well as leisure stays. 208 reviews give it 4.3, among the stronger scores for a 3-star address in Matane.
See Auberge La Seigneurie des MontsLe Portage
1681 Avenue Du Phare Ouest, Matane, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet at 1681 Avenue Du Phare Ouest, Le Portage pairs a restaurant on site with a shuttle service, which makes arriving and eating straightforward without a car. Free Wifi and free car parking are included, express check out speeds up departures, and wheelchair access is provided. The 3-star property keeps things simple rather than sprawling, which suits overnight stops and short breaks. 320 reviews average 4.2.
See Le PortagePavillon sur Mer by Riôtel
210 Rue Du Barachois, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFor a 3-star property at 210 Rue Du Barachois, the wet facilities are unusually complete: a spa, sauna, jacuzzi and indoor pool, with a kids pool and playground alongside. A fitness centre covers training, a restaurant and banquet space cover eating and events, and the beach is nearby with a golf course listed too. Family rooms, cots and free car parking make it workable with children. Only 59 reviews so far, averaging 4.1.
See Pavillon sur Mer by RiôtelHotel Motel Belle Plage
1310 Matane Sur Mer, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereAt 1310 Matane Sur Mer the headline is a private beach, with the sea listed among the features, beach nearby, and fishing on offer. Pets are allowed, which is rare on this list, and a playground, garden and patio give children and adults somewhere to spread out. There is a restaurant on site, free Wifi and free car parking, plus a golf course for guests who want a round. 618 reviews average 4.0.
See Hotel Motel Belle PlageMotel le Campagnard de Matane
632 Avenue Du Phare Est, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereMotel le Campagnard sits on 632 Avenue Du Phare Est with river and sea listed among its features, and a terrace and garden for sitting outdoors. Family rooms are available, wheelchair access is provided, and free Wifi and free car parking come as standard. A market and a barber and beauty salon on the premises cover small errands, and rooms include a microwave and refrigerator. 134 reviews give it 3.8, on the eastern stretch of the Phare road.
See Motel le Campagnard de MataneMotel à La Brunante
94 Boulevard Sainte Anne Ouest Sainte Anne Des Mont, Matane, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBased at 94 Boulevard Sainte Anne Ouest in Sainte Anne Des Mont, Motel à La Brunante is built around outdoor activity: skiing, a golf course, fishing and horse back riding are all listed, with a bike rental service and bowling for other days. A car rental service helps if you arrive without one, and a restaurant on site, free Wifi and free car parking cover the basics. 251 reviews average 3.5, the lowest rating on this list.
See Motel à La BrunanteAuberge La Seigneurie
621 Avenue St J Rome Matanequ Bec G4w 3B9, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereBreakfast is served at this auberge on 621 Avenue St J Rome, where family rooms, a playground and a garden make children welcome, and a babysitting service is available for evenings out. Special diets can be catered for at meals. Free Wifi and free car parking are included, there is a terrace to use, and a golf course is listed for guests who play. No guest rating is published for this property yet.
See Auberge La SeigneurieAuberge du Vieux Faubourg
45 1Ere Avenue Ouest, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereA 3-star auberge on 1Ere Avenue Ouest with its own private beach and sea views, which makes it an easy base for guests who want the St. Lawrence within steps of the room. Family rooms, a terrace, a garden and a picnic area suit couples and families travelling together, while free parking and free Wifi remove the usual small hassles. Anglers and skiers are both covered, and express check-in, wheelchair access and 24H. Security round out the practical side.
See Auberge du Vieux FaubourgGite du Mont Albert Sepaq
2001 Route Du Parc Route 299, Matane, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSelf-catering is the point at 2001 Route Du Parc Route 299: a kitchen or kitchenette with oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, plus a fireplace and a lounge. An outdoor pool and canoe are listed, fishing and a river feature too, and there is a playground, picnic area and restaurant on site for when nobody wants to cook. Family rooms and lifts help larger groups, with free Wifi and free car parking. No guest rating is published.
See Gite du Mont Albert Sepaq
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auberge Chateau Lamontagne | ★★★ | 4.6 | 304 | Yes | – | – |
| Manoir sur Mer | ★★★ | 4.5 | 503 | Yes | – | – |
| Riotel Matane | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,751 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts | ★★★ | 4.3 | 208 | Yes | – | – |
| Le Portage | ★★★ | 4.2 | 320 | Yes | – | – |
| Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel | ★★★ | 4.1 | 59 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hotel Motel Belle Plage | ★★★ | 4.0 | 618 | Yes | Yes | – |
| Motel le Campagnard de Matane | ★★★ | 3.8 | 134 | Yes | – | – |
| Motel à La Brunante | ★★★ | 3.5 | 251 | Yes | Yes | – |
| Auberge La Seigneurie | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Auberge du Vieux Faubourg | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – |
| Gite du Mont Albert Sepaq | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Riotel Matane and Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel both offer indoor and outdoor pools, kids pools, playgrounds and family rooms, plus restaurants on site. Hotel Motel Belle Plage adds a private beach, garden and playground, with family rooms and beach nearby, which suits children who want to be outdoors.
Riotel Matane · Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel · Hotel Motel Belle Plage
For riverside and sea views
Manoir sur Mer lists river and sea among its facilities and has a balcony, patio and terrace; Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel and Hotel Motel Belle Plage both cite a beach nearby and their own terraces. Motel le Campagnard de Matane is a simpler choice with river and sea listed and free parking.
Manoir sur Mer · Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel · Hotel Motel Belle Plage · Motel le Campagnard de Matane
For a central base
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne, Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts, Auberge La Seigneurie and Auberge du Vieux Faubourg all sit on the 1re Avenue addresses in the town centre, handy for restaurants and the waterfront, and all offer free parking and free wifi.
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne · Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts · Auberge La Seigneurie · Auberge du Vieux Faubourg
For the highest guest scores
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne scores 4.6 out of 5 from 304 reviews, Manoir sur Mer 4.5 from 503, Riotel Matane 4.3 from 1,751 and Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts 4.3 from 208 — the four best-rated properties on this shortlist.
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne · Manoir sur Mer · Riotel Matane · Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Matane is accessible by car via Highway 132, which runs along the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River; the town is about a 3.5-hour drive from Quebec City and a 6-hour drive from Montreal. The nearest major airport is in Mont-Joli, about 60 km away, with limited service. A ferry connects Matane to Baie-Comeau and Godbout on the north shore. Within Matane a car is useful for exploring the surrounding area, but the town centre is walkable.
When to go
The best time to visit Matane is from June to September, when the weather is mild and outdoor activities are in full swing. Summer is ideal for salmon fishing, whale watching and hiking in the Matane Wildlife Reserve. Autumn offers colourful foliage, while winters are cold and snowy, with opportunities for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
Questions, answered
Which of these Matane hotels are best rated by guests?
Auberge Chateau Lamontagne has the highest guest score at 4.6 out of 5 from 304 reviews, followed by Manoir sur Mer at 4.5 from 503 reviews and Riotel Matane at 4.3 from 1,751 reviews. Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts also scores 4.3, from 208 reviews.
Do the hotels in Matane have free parking?
Every hotel on this shortlist lists free car parking, and all of them include free wifi as well, which makes them straightforward for a road trip along Highway 132.
Which Matane hotels are good for families?
Riotel Matane, Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel and Hotel Motel Belle Plage all list family rooms. Riotel Matane and Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel add indoor and outdoor pools, kids pools and playgrounds, while Hotel Motel Belle Plage has a private beach and playground.
Can I stay in Matane with a pet?
Among the hotels on this shortlist, only Hotel Motel Belle Plage lists pets allowed. If you are travelling with a dog, check that property first before comparing the others.
Is there a hotel near the ferry terminal in Matane?
The town centre properties sit in the central area close to the ferry terminal, including Auberge Chateau Lamontagne, Auberge La Seigneurie des Monts, Manoir sur Mer, Auberge La Seigneurie and Auberge du Vieux Faubourg, all with 1re Avenue addresses.
Which Matane hotels have a restaurant?
Riotel Matane, Manoir sur Mer, Auberge Chateau Lamontagne, Le Portage, Pavillon sur Mer by Riôtel, Hotel Motel Belle Plage and Motel à La Brunante all list a restaurant on site. Several also list bars and a cafe or snack bar.
When is the best time to visit Matane?
June to September is the best period, when the weather is mild and salmon fishing, whale watching and hiking in the Matane Wildlife Reserve are all running. Autumn brings colourful foliage, and winter is cold and snowy with snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
How do I get to Matane?
By car via Highway 132 along the south shore of the Saint Lawrence, roughly a 3.5-hour drive from Quebec City and 6 hours from Montreal. The nearest major airport is Mont-Joli, about 60 km away, and a ferry links Matane to Baie-Comeau and Godbout.