Ideally situated, Quebec's Fairmont Hotels offer travelers a relaxing and safe way to experience the province. For Canadians and their neighbors to the south, the prospect of international travel may seem a bit nerve-wracking right now. Nevertheless, pandemic or no pandemic, the urge to get away from it all shines eternal. St. Thomas Times-Journal has a created a grand tour of Quebec, featuring a number of must-stay hotels and resorts.
In Montreal, experience the historic Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth where John Lennon and Yoko Ono held the famous Bed-In. Explore Montreal’s vast and varied culinary offers, all within walking distance or a short Métro hop away. Or stay in and savour this landmark hotel’s ground-breaking offer from top chefs and mixologists. Among them, the locally sourced menu prepared by chef Edgar Trudeau-Ferrin at Rosélys bistro. And retire to accommodations that combine elegance, efficiency and a host of amenities to your taste.
Looking for a classic resort experience? Head to Montebello in the Outaouais region and relax at the Fairmont Le Château Montebello. This resort’s golf club and luxurious spa are among the top-rated anywhere. Savor some gourmet barbecue from the famous terrace overlooking the Ottawa River, or try picnic meals prepared by the hotel’s chefs. Walking trails and swimming await all. And the kids can have fun at a brand new children’s park or mini golf range.
Follow the money in what was the playground of America’s 19th-century elite, the Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu. Breathtaking views are guaranteed from the resort’s prime vantage point overlooking the St. Lawrence River. Explore the world class golf course, tennis courts and outdoor pools. Then visit the Charlevoix observatory, sign up for whale-watching excursions and tour fjords, or hop aboard the Train de Charlevoix for an unforgettable tour of an area renowned for its natural beauty.
And lastly, a trip to Quebec necessitates a visit to the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Known as "the most photographed hotel in the world", a myriad of photo ops await inside the fortified walls of Old Quebec. Snap some shots in the photo zone set up in this iconic hotel’s Rose Room. Experience true leisure and luxury in the hotel's sumptuous accommodations, and enjoy the world-class service and hospitality that has drawn the likes of Queen Elizabeth II, Paul McCartney, and Celine Dion.
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