Hotel De Glace Quebec City, Quebec City
About the Hotel
Hotel De Glace offers a unique experience as a seasonal ice hotel in Quebec City, resembling an enchanting medieval castle. Guests can enjoy an arctic sleeping bag for their stay, surrounded by stunningly crafted ice sculptures. The hotel features a Nordic relaxation area with outdoor hot tubs and saunas, all set against a picturesque winter landscape. Located near the Valcartier complex, it serves as a central point for family-friendly activities throughout the year.
Location
Situated 15.5 miles from Quebec/Jean Lesage International Airport, Hotel De Glace is easily accessible for travelers. The hotel is also 50 minutes by car from Gare du Palais. Guests will find themselves close to recreational facilities like Club de Golf Lorette and Golf Royal Charbourg, making it a convenient spot for various activities. The Valcartier complex, known for year-round family fun, is just a short distance away.
Rooms
Each guest room at Hotel De Glace maintains a temperature between -3 and -5 degrees Celsius. Accommodations include an arctic sleeping bag and pillows, providing a cozy yet unique sleeping environment. Guests have access to a room in Hôtel Valcartier for showers and luggage storage. Alternative bedding arrangements can be made if guests find the cold uncomfortable.
Eat & Drink
The dining experience at Hotel De Glace features a restaurant serving classic Quebec fare, including dishes like salmon tartare, steaks, and glazed duck. Meals are enjoyed in a beautifully themed setting that complements the ice hotel's atmosphere. Breakfast is served at Le Dijon, located at the nearby Four Points by Sheraton Quebec. Guests can also relax with a welcome cocktail served in an ice glass.
Leisure & Business
The hotel boasts an outdoor Nordic area with hot tubs and saunas, allowing guests to unwind under the stars. Additionally, three ice bars and lounge areas can accommodate up to 400 people, featuring fur-covered seating and gas fireplaces. Families can enjoy an ice slide and other winter activities at the nearby Village Vacances Valcartier. La Faune Spa et détente, located one minute away, offers further relaxation options.
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General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
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- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
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Reviews and Ratings
I found the hotel to be ideally located in the Valcartier resort area with convenient access to the outside hot tube and Quebec attractions. While the service was a bit unfriendly and unhelpful, the rooms were cozy with a fireplace ambiance, but the price might not fully reflect the overall experience.
The hotel is located in the Valcartier resort area, offering a great setting for a relaxing stay. The rooms are cozy with fireplaces and charming red curtains, although the service can be improved. The outside hot tub adds to the experience, but communication with the staff for inquiries was challenging. Dining featuring regional products is a nice touch, but service and responsiveness need enhancement.
The hotel is located in the Valcartier resort area, offering easy access to the briefing area and an outside hot tub, within the Quebec region. The service was lacking, with unfriendly staff who couldn't answer questions and poor response via customer service email. The dining experience featured juicy steaks but had its drawbacks. The facilities were impressive overall.
A mixed experience at the hotel with cozy rooms and some service issues. The location is convenient with nearby attractions, but the dining and communication need improvement. Prices are reasonable overall.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location was convenient for the briefing, being in the Quebec area, the service was unfriendly and disappointing. Despite the outside hot tub at the Valcartier resort area being a nice touch, the lack of responsiveness from the staff was a significant drawback.
The hotel is located in the Valcartier resort area with an outside hot tube, offering a tranquil setting for a relaxing stay. The rooms come with a cozy fireplace and charming red curtains, creating a warm ambiance. Unfortunately, the service was unfriendly and unhelpful, making it challenging to get assistance. The dining experience, while offering organic fruits, left much to be desired. The facilities at the hotel were decent, but the lack of responsiveness from the staff detracted from the overall experience.
The hotel offers a cozy stay with charming rooms featuring fireplaces and red curtains. The service was lacking friendliness and responsiveness, making interactions somewhat disappointing. Situated in the Valcartier resort area, the location provides easy access to the briefing area. The dining experience revolves around artisan bread, offering a unique culinary touch. Despite these aspects, the facilities are well-maintained, ensuring a comfortable stay.
The hotel is situated in the Quebec area, with an outside hot tube, and close to the Valcartier resort area. The rooms offer a cozy ambiance with a fireplace, red curtains adding a touch of elegance, and a fireplace for extra warmth. However, the service was unfriendly, and communication was challenging, especially through customer service channels. Nevertheless, the location is convenient for exploring the Quebec area and enjoying the outdoor hot tube. The facilities provided at the hotel are satisfactory.
I enjoyed my stay at the hotel overall, but there were some ups and downs. The rooms were comfortable and cozy with lovely red curtains, but not having a fireplace as described was a bit disappointing. Unfortunately, the service fell short as the staff seemed unfriendly and unhelpful even though I remained respectful and there were issues with communication through customer service. The location, however, was quite convenient being in the Valcartier resort area, but the briefing area could be more clearly marked. Dining options were average with a selection of cured meats; nothing outstanding. The facilities were decent overall, but there is room for improvement.
The hotel is ideally located in the Valcartier resort area, offering a relaxing stay. The rooms are cozy and clean, but the service could be more attentive. The home-made ice cream is a pleasant dining highlight, adding a touch of sweetness to the stay.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were cozy with a nice fireplace and red curtains, but the service fell short as they were unfriendly and unhelpful despite my respectful attitude. The location was convenient within the Valcartier resort area, but the dining options were not up to par with high-quality products.
This hotel is a mixed bag - cozy and charming rooms with fireplaces but disappointing service. The location is ideal for exploring the Valcartier resort area, but the unfriendly service stands out. The lack of responsiveness through customer service is a downside. Overall, a quaint stay with pros and cons.
The hotel had a cozy atmosphere with lovely red curtains and a charming fireplace in the room. The service was a bit lacking, as the staff seemed unfriendly and didn't provide helpful answers despite my respectful approach. The location was ideal for relaxation, especially with an outside hot tub in the Quebec area nearby. The dining experience offered fresh unlimited pancakes, which was a delightful treat. Overall, a mixed experience with some highlights and drawbacks.
The hotel is ideally located in the Valcartier resort area, perfect for exploring the surrounding attractions. The rooms are cozy and clean with charming red curtains, offering a relaxing atmosphere. However, the service was disappointing as the staff seemed unfriendly and unhelpful, lacking the expected level of hospitality. The outside hot tub was a great feature, adding a touch of luxury to the stay.
I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The rooms were cozy, but I wish they had better service. The location was excellent for the briefing and relaxing in the outside hot tube. I missed having a dining option at the hotel, focusing only on local pastries.