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The Hôtel de Glace's 2009 season runs from January 4 -March 29, 2009 (weather permitting).
Covering a total surface of 30,000 square feet, Hôtel de Glace is one of the most unusual undertakings in the world. During the five weeks that it takes to craft this architectural marvel, 15,000 tons of snow and 500 tons of ice are used. The hotel's five-foot-thick walls maintain a consistent internal temperature of between -2° to -5° Celsius (23° and 28°F). The icy ceilings reach heights of more than 6 meters (18 feet). The art galleries and suites all feature original artwork.
A restful night’s sleep is ensured by sleeping bags atop fur pelts. The hotel gift store offers necessities such as long johns and mittens. The outdoor spa tubs and sauna offer Nordic-style relaxation.
The hotel recommends a maximum one-night stay; children age 5 and younger must sleep with their parents. Children age six and older stay for 50% of the adult rate (for food and lodging) in rooms that can accommodate more than two guests. All stays are 100% nonrefundable.
Heated men's and women's dressing areas and bathrooms are adjacent to the hotel. Each dressing room is one large, enclosed area; there are approximately 2 to 3 stalls and sinks per bathroom.
Because daily activity tours start at 10:30 AM, wake-up calls ring throughout the hallways between 6:30 and 8 AM.
Rooms
Hôtel de Glace offers 36 guestrooms in a 1-story property. Bathrooms include bathrobes.
Room Amenities
- Shared bathroom
- Bathrobes
Recreation
Call ahead to book a spin on a snowmobile, or try your hand at ice fishing, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, or even dog sledding and igloo construction.
Guests may also take advantage of the Scandinavian Spa Tyst Trädgård.
Multi-activity day passes (C$36.50 and up) are available and include:
- Interpretation Center equipment
- Discovery/rally site
- Walking trails
- Eco-tour
- Forest orientation
- Forest survival
- Snowshoeing
- Cross-country skiing
- Skating
- Snow slides
- Game room and movie rooms
Property Amenities
Recreational amenities at Hôtel de Glace include a spa tub and a sauna. Meeting facilities include a ballroom, exhibit space, banquet facilities, and meeting rooms for small groups. This Sainte Catherine property provides an airport shuttle (surcharge). Hôtel de Glace also offers a bar/lounge, a nightclub, and a marina on site. The property has a 24-hour front desk. Onsite parking is complimentary.
- Marina on site
- Sauna
- Spa tub
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Nightclub
- Bar/lounge
- Parking (free)
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Ballroom(s)
- Meeting rooms (small groups)
- Exhibit space
- Banquet facilities
- Event catering
- Number of rooms: 36
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour front desk
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Number of suites: 14
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Coffee in lobby
- Number of floors: 1
- Wedding services
- Complimentary breakfast
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in time is Before 9 PM
- Check-out time is 8:30 AM
Dining
A complimentary breakfast buffet, with eggs, meat, breads, cereals, fruit, and desserts, is served daily.
Auberge Duchesnay - Lake views. Fireplace. Open daily.
Address
75, Montee de l'auberge
Station touristique Duchesnay
Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y5
Canada
Nearest major airport:
Quebec, PQ, Canada (YQB-Jean Lesage Intl.)
Area:
Quebec (and vicinity), Quebec, Canada
