It is not only in Portugal, Thailand or Western Canada that you can spend memorable and inexpensive stays in a youth hostel. In Quebec too!
Some of our hostels are new, modern and designer, others are more “old school”, but they have the usual dorms, kitchens and cozy common areas.
As elsewhere in the world, many of them have improved their offer of private rooms and apartments in recent years.
Here are 8 that might inspire you road trips!
* Health restrictions have affected dorm stays for the past two years. Some information is not yet available on this subject for the 2022 season. Be well informed!
1. Base Camp Inn
Anse-Saint-Jean, Saguenay
Located on the banks of a salmon river, between the mountains and the Saguenay Fjord, Camp de base is a former motel from the 1960s transformed into a friendly youth hostel. You will find 10 rooms with bathroom and private entrance: with one bed, two beds or seven beds (dormitory style).
In addition to common areas, the hostel has a restaurant where you can taste meat and fish smoked on site.
From $80 (1-bed room) / Learn more aboutBase Camp Hostel
2. M Montreal
Montreal
This Montreal accommodation was voted Canada’s best hostel by Hostel World in 2020 and by Kayak in 2021. It can accommodate 490 people in 4- to 14-bed dorms, rooms, studios and apartments. You’ll surely love its free lunches (temporarily unavailable at the time of posting this), free “pasta” nights, karaoke, and small cafe. But above all its roof terrace, with bar and jacuzzis.
From $39.99 per person (dorm) / To book on Airbnb / To learn more about the M Montreal
3. Auberge des Balcons
Baie-Saint-Paul, Charlevoix
Housed in the former Convent of the Little Franciscans of Mary, Auberge des Balcons is THE affordable way to discover Baie-Saint-Paul. Here, you’ll sleep in the former nuns’ quarters and stroll through common areas filled with history. The establishment does not have large dormitories, only semi-private ones (single, double or quadruple).
For those who know: the hostel is moving this spring to a new and improved section of the convent!
From $42 for a single room or $87 for a triple or quadruple room / To book on Airbnb / To find out more about the Auberge des Balcons
4. Blue Paradise Inn
Fatima, Magdalen Islands
Created by two young Madelinots, Paradis Bleu opened its doors in July 2017 to the delight of backpacker and anyone dreaming of discovering the Islands without breaking the bank.
You will have the choice between 38 beds in dormitories, 7 private rooms and 6 chalets with a beautiful decor “both modern and rustic”. You will enjoy photogenic common areas and terraces with views.
From $45 (dorm) / To find out more about Blue Paradise
5. Sea Shack Party Inn
Saint-Anne-des-Monts, Gaspesie
Fancy a little quiet trip? Immediately forget the Sea Shack!
In this unmissable place in Gaspésie, you can stay in dormitories, cabins, private rooms, in “vanlife” mode or even camping on the beach. Whatever you choose, you have access to the famous Tiki Bar, a host of festive events, a canteen (in season), a spa and the magnificent waterfront.
Reservations from May 1st / prices and details to come / Learn more about the Sea Shack
6.Qbeds
Quebec, Quebec region
The Qbeds youth hostel was born in the midst of a pandemic, in the spring of 2020. Located on Grande Allée, in a Victorian residence built in 1900, it offers large dormitories (up to 16 beds) as well as private double rooms or family. It has its own bar, but you will also find several within walking distance of the hostel.
From $23 per night (dorm) / To book on Airbnb / To learn more about the Qbeds
7. Magog-Orford Youth Hostel
Magog, Eastern Townships
In addition to dormitories and private or family rooms, this Magog inn has the usual common areas and a very pretty café called Les Estries, which serves plenty of regional products and locally roasted coffee.
Travelers who sleep at the hostel are entitled to a free breakfast. And everything is a few minutes walk from Lake Memphremagog.
From $28 (dorm) / To book on Airbnb / To find out more about the Magog-Orford youth hostel
8. Quebec International Inn
Quebec
This large hostel with over 250 beds (dorms and private rooms) has long been a classic for backpacker going to Old Quebec. Housed in an ancestral building, it has a café-bistro and a courtyard where you can enjoy the good times. Several activities are organized for those who want to (re)discover the region.
From $28 per night (dorm) / To find out more about HI-Québec