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4- and 5-star hotels in La Malbaie
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in La Malbaie, from the riverside Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu to chalet-style stays with saunas and private beaches. It is for travellers choosing where to base themselves in Charlevoix, whether for a couple's break, a family stay or a ski trip from Le Massif.
Staying in La Malbaie
La Malbaie is a Charlevoix resort town on the Saint Lawrence River, known for its scenery, its history as a summer destination and for outdoor activity: hiking, skiing at Le Massif de Charlevoix, whale watching and golf. The Casino de Charlevoix and the Charlevoix Museum are the notable attractions, and the region's landscapes include the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The town is spread out and public transit is limited, so the address of your hotel matters as much as the hotel itself.
The hotels on this list sit in several different places. Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino and Pavillon du petit manoir du casino are near the centre and the casino, 4.3 to 4.7 km out. Auberge la Mansarde, La Maison Dufour & Bouchard and La Maison sous les Lilas are closest in, under 4 km, while the Chemin de la Montagne Noire and Chemin des Loisirs chalets, plus Manoir Hortensia at Saint-Irénée, stand 9.5 to 18.5 km away in quieter settings. Couples gravitate to the small inns and chalets, families to the larger hotels with pools and family rooms, and skiers to the chalets with saunas and ski access nearby.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Chalets Spa Canada
1008 Chemin Des Loisirs La Malbaie Qc G5a 1Y8 Canada, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFor a five-star base 12.5 km from the centre of La Malbaie, these chalets combine a jacuzzi and sauna with a kitchen, fireplace and patio. Guests rate the property 4.5 out of 5 across 68 reviews. Canoeing, fishing, skiing and golf all appear in its listed activities, and pets are welcome. A dishwasher, oven and laundry service make a longer stay practical. Best suited to families or groups of friends who want space, their own cooking, and a hot tub at the end of a day outdoors.
See Chalets Spa CanadaFairmont Le Manoir Richelieu
181 Rue Richelieu, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereOn Rue Richelieu, 4.7 km from the centre, this four-star address gathers a casino, indoor pool, kids pool and mini golf on one property. Its 3,693 reviews average 4.4 out of 5. Babysitting, a games room, massage and a garden appear alongside a fitness centre, so families and couples both find something to do without leaving. Rooms come with air conditioning, bathrobes and a desk, and a 24-hour front desk handles arrivals at any hour.
See Fairmont Le Manoir RichelieuLe Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa Canada
40 Chemin De La Montagne Noire, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 18.5 km from town on Chemin De La Montagne Noire, this four-star chalet puts a sauna and jacuzzi beside a kitchen and fireplace, with a pool bar for warmer evenings. Guests score it 4.5 out of 5 from 68 reviews. Bike rental and a beach nearby cover summer, skiing and a games room cover winter, and pets are allowed. It favours groups and families who want self-catering space and a quiet, spread-out setting away from the town centre.
See Le Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa CanadaLes 2 Iles Les Chalets Spa Canada
3260 Malcom Fraser, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA private beach is the headline at this four-star property on Malcom Fraser, 17.4 km from the centre. Guests give it 4.5 out of 5 across 68 reviews. Canoeing, fishing and skiing are all listed, a casino sits within reach, and pets are allowed. Suits families and groups who want water at the door.
See Les 2 Iles Les Chalets Spa CanadaHotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino
525 Chemin Des Falaises La Malbaiequebec G5a 3B9, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereChemin Des Falaises, 4.3 km from the centre, holds this four-star hotel and its pavilions, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,606 reviews. A casino, indoor pool and fitness centre are on site, with massage, a pool bar and bars for the evening, plus a balcony in some accommodation. A beach is nearby and canoeing and golf are listed. It fits guests who want a full-service stay with entertainment at hand and the centre only a short drive away.
See Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du CasinoLe Champ Perché
84 Rang Du Ruisseau Des Frenes, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGuests rate this four-star house 4.8 out of 5, from 9 reviews, and it sits 11.4 km from the centre on Rang Du Ruisseau Des Frênes. A kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher, a fireplace and a patio make it a self-contained stay, with a washing machine for longer trips. Free parking and free wifi are included, and a TV and telephone are provided. Best for a couple or small family wanting privacy over hotel services.
See Le Champ PerchéAuberge la Mansarde
187 Rue St Raphael, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAn auberge 2.4 km from the centre on Rue St Raphael, with a spa and jacuzzi on site and a gymnasium for guests who want to keep training. Family rooms, a kitchenette and a microwave suit longer stays, while a terrace, garden and picnic area give the property outdoor space. A restaurant and bars mean eating in is straightforward. Good for couples and small families who want spa and fitness facilities without a large resort.
See Auberge la MansardeLa Maison Dufour & Bouchard
18 Rue Laure Conan # 1 Appt 1Charlevoixla Malbaie, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRue Laure Conan, 1.9 km from the centre, holds this four-star house with air conditioning, a library and a jacuzzi. Skiing appears among the listed activities, and a garden and terrace extend the living space outdoors. Free parking and free wifi cover the practical side, while a safe, laundry service and non-smoking rooms round out the offer, and golf is listed too. It suits a couple or small group wanting a quiet, close-in base.
See La Maison Dufour & BouchardLa Maison sous les Lilas
649 Rue Saint Raphaël, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBreakfast is served at this four-star house on Rue Saint Raphaël, 3.6 km from the centre, where a fireplace, garden and terrace set the tone. The facility list is deliberately small and domestic: somewhere to eat in the morning, a fire to gather around, and outdoor space with a smoking area for those who need one. Couples or a small family wanting a simple, quiet base will find it fits better than a property with a front desk and full service.
See La Maison sous les LilasAuberge Des Eaux Vives
39 Rue De La Gr Ve Cap A L'aiglela Malbaiequebec G5a 2R3, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOn Rue De La Grève at Cap-à-l'Aigle, 3.3 km from the centre, this auberge lists a kitchen, a lounge and massage, and can cater to special diets. A garden and terrace give guests somewhere to sit outside, free parking and free wifi are included, and golf is listed nearby, with non-smoking rooms throughout. It is a good fit for guests who want to cook some of their own meals and book a massage without leaving the property.
See Auberge Des Eaux VivesManoir Hortensia
850 Chemin Des Bains Saint Irénée Qc G0t 1V0 Canada, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereChemin Des Bains in Saint-Irénée, 15.7 km from the centre, holds this four-star house with a spa and jacuzzi, a sea setting, and a concierge to arrange the rest. Bike rental, canoeing, fishing, horse riding and skiing all appear in the facilities, so the property works in any season, and special diets can be accommodated. Balconies and a patio, plus laundry service and luggage storage, suit guests staying several days in a quiet coastal spot.
See Manoir HortensiaLes 3 Cavaliers Les Chalets Spa Canada
389 Chemin Des Loisirs, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereA sauna, jacuzzi and fireplace anchor this four-star chalet on Chemin Des Loisirs, 9.5 km from the centre, with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven for self-catering. The river is part of its listed setting, bowling is available, and pets are welcome. Laundry service, a terrace and a picnic area make longer stays comfortable. It suits families and groups who want wellness facilities and cooking space in one property, with skiing and fishing both listed.
See Les 3 Cavaliers Les Chalets Spa CanadaPavillon du petit manoir du casino
75 Rue Des Villas 75 Rue Des Villas, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Coach parking
Why stay hereRue Des Villas, 4.6 km from the centre, houses this four-star pavilion with a spa, sauna and steam room alongside a health club. A ballroom, banquet facilities, a business centre, meeting room and library cover events and quiet hours, while a concierge, multilingual staff and 24-hour front desk handle the logistics. Diving, sailing and golf with a floodlit driving range are listed. Pets are not allowed, so it suits couples and business guests rather than pet owners.
See Pavillon du petit manoir du casinoLe Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada
35 Chemin De La Montagne Noire, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA lake setting, sauna, spa and jacuzzi define this four-star chalet 12.4 km from the centre on Chemin De La Montagne Noire. A kitchen, dishwasher and oven support self-catering, a games room and darts keep groups occupied, and a casino is within reach. Pets are allowed and laundry service is available. It is built for families and friends who want wellness facilities, cooking space and a lake on the doorstep, with skiing and golf also listed.
See Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa CanadaGite la Tourelle du Cap
1515 Malcolm Fraser, La Malbaie, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThis four-star gîte on Malcolm Fraser, 6.5 km from the centre, keeps things simple: family rooms, bathrobes, a desk and a radio, with free wifi and free parking. Guests have a hairdryer and toiletries provided, and the property is entirely non-smoking. It suits travellers who want a small-scale, personal stay rather than a resort with pools and restaurants, and who are happy to drive a few kilometres to reach La Malbaie's centre.
See Gite la Tourelle du Cap
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 12.5 km |
| Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.7 km |
| Le Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 18.5 km |
| Les 2 Iles Les Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 17.4 km |
| Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.3 km |
| Le Champ Perché | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 11.4 km |
| Auberge la Mansarde | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.4 km |
| La Maison Dufour & Bouchard | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.9 km |
| La Maison sous les Lilas | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 3.6 km |
| Auberge Des Eaux Vives | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.3 km |
| Manoir Hortensia | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 15.7 km |
| Les 3 Cavaliers Les Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 9.5 km |
| Pavillon du petit manoir du casino | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.6 km |
| Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 12.4 km |
| Gite la Tourelle du Cap | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 6.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu and Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino both list family rooms, indoor pools and kids' pools, and the Fairmont adds a games room, mini golf and babysitting service. Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada has family rooms, a games room and a sauna in a chalet setting 12.4 km from the centre.
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu · Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino · Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada
For couples
Le Champ Perché is the highest-scoring hotel here at 4.8 out of 5 from 9 reviews, with a fireplace and balcony. La Maison sous les Lilas offers a fireplace and terrace in a small house, and La Maison Dufour & Bouchard adds a library and jacuzzi, 1.9 km from the centre.
Le Champ Perché · La Maison sous les Lilas · La Maison Dufour & Bouchard
For ski and spa
The Chalets Spa Canada addresses on Chemin de la Montagne Noire and Chemin Des Loisirs combine saunas, jacuzzis and fireplaces with skiing and massage: Le Val d'Isère, Les 3 Cavaliers and Chalets Spa Canada. All three score 4.5 out of 5 and allow pets.
Le Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa Canada · Les 3 Cavaliers Les Chalets Spa Canada · Chalets Spa Canada
For a short break near the casino
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu has a casino and 24-hour front desk 4.7 km from the centre. Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino and Pavillon du petit manoir du casino are 4.3 and 4.6 km out, with bars, indoor pool and spa facilities between them.
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu · Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino · Pavillon du petit manoir du casino
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
La Malbaie is accessible by car via Route 138, which follows the Saint Lawrence River. The nearest major airport is Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, about a two-hour drive away, and Intercar provides bus service from Québec City to La Malbaie. Once in town, a car is useful for exploring the surrounding areas, as public transit is limited. Taxis are available, and some hotels offer shuttle services. The town is spread out, so walking between sectors may be impractical; with hotels from 1.9 km to 18.5 km from the centre, plan on driving between them and the attractions.
When to go
The best time to visit depends on your interests. Summer, June to August, offers warm weather for outdoor activities like hiking and whale watching. Autumn, September to October, is popular for fall foliage. Winter, December to March, attracts skiers to nearby Le Massif de Charlevoix. Spring can be muddy and cool. Each season has its own charm, but summer and early autumn are the most bustling.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to La Malbaie town centre?
La Maison Dufour & Bouchard is 1.9 km from the centre and Auberge la Mansarde 2.4 km. Auberge Des Eaux Vives and La Maison sous les Lilas follow at 3.3 and 3.6 km, then Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino at 4.3 km.
Do any hotels have a casino?
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu lists a casino among its facilities and is 4.7 km from the centre. Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino is 4.3 km out and Les 2 Iles Les Chalets Spa Canada and Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada also list a casino.
Which hotels suit families?
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu and Hotel & Pavillons Le Petit Manoir du Casino both list family rooms, indoor pools and kids' pools. Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada has family rooms and a games room, and several chalets add kitchens and sofa beds.
Are pets allowed in these hotels?
Pets are allowed at Chalets Spa Canada, Le Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa Canada, Les 2 Iles Les Chalets Spa Canada, Les 3 Cavaliers Les Chalets Spa Canada and Le Kanawata Les Chalets Spa Canada. Pavillon du petit manoir du casino states pets are not allowed.
Which hotels offer spa and sauna facilities?
Chalets Spa Canada, Le Val d'Isère, Les 3 Cavaliers and Le Kanawata all list saunas and jacuzzis among their facilities, and several also offer massage. Manoir Hortensia and Auberge la Mansarde list spa facilities, and Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu offers massage.
How far are the hotels from the centre?
Distances range from 1.9 km for La Maison Dufour & Bouchard to 18.5 km for Le Val d'Isère Les Chalets Spa Canada. The casino-area hotels sit around 4.3 to 4.7 km out, and Manoir Hortensia at Saint-Irénée is 15.7 km away.
What is there to do around La Malbaie?
Key attractions include the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, the Casino de Charlevoix, the Charlevoix Museum and the natural landscapes of the Charlevoix region, including the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The area also offers hiking, skiing at Le Massif de Charlevoix, whale watching and golf.