This text is part of the special Business Tourism section
Whether for a summer break, training, a strategic planning meeting or a team-building activity, corporate trips can be a great opportunity to strengthen ties between colleagues. And this, while getting to know your colleagues better outside the office. Here are three places to stay offering different settings where business meets pleasure.
La Commune — Teracea: a place with contemporary design
Highlighting the talent of local architects in a green setting, between river and mountains: this is the basic concept of the Teracea project, located on the terraces of Cap-à-l’Aigle, in Charlevoix. In around fifteen years, developers Alain Rajotte and Florent Moser have built 19 architectural villas and 5 pavilions, several of which were designed by big names in the field, notably the architect Pierre Thibault. “Once we had more or less 100 rooms to rent in all the properties, we wanted to design an area where people could meet in groups,” summarizes Florent Moser. From there was born, in 2023, Le Hameau, a leisure area that villa guests can book. There is a swimming pool, a tennis court and a community room – aptly named La Commune and inaugurated this year – whose design recalls the vernacular architecture of the region. “We were inspired by the structure of typical Charlevoix barns to create a large open space with a mezzanine, lounge and conference room,” he describes. Companies can therefore select one or more villas from those we offer, then hold their meetings at La Commune, which is flexible and can be transformed according to the needs of each group. » Packages including catering service are also offered, so you can taste the local gastronomic specialties. “We offer all the luxury of a traditional hotel, but in a more private and exclusive environment. » 585, rue Marie-Rose, La Malbaie
Espace du Carmel: a unique heritage residence of its kind
The feeling of intimacy that reigns in this ancient monastery is well suited for team meetings. The red brick building, rebuilt in 1891 after a fire, housed the Carmelite sisters for around fifty years before being converted into a tourist residence. Especially since it is ideally located in the heart of the small village of Danville, in the Eastern Townships, easily accessible by highways 20 and 55. “One of the advantages for business customers, it “We are halfway between Montreal and Quebec,” underlines co-owner Martine Satre. With around twenty rooms, most of them the former cells of the sisters, the site of almost one hectare, simply renovated, has retained all its character of yesteryear. It is also now equipped with modern conveniences, such as additional shared bathrooms. “The configuration of the place lent itself well to being recycled into a tourist residence,” she points out. There was already the chapel and the airy meeting spaces with good ceiling height, which are well suited to group meetings of all kinds. » And each stay is unique, since organizers can choose between different options (catering, home chef, ready-to-eat meals to heat up yourself) according to their needs and their budget. Watchword: versatility. 134A, rue du Carmel, Danville
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu: a hotel rich in history
When we organize business meetings, we immediately think of the great classics, such as the Château Frontenac, in Quebec, the Château Laurier, in Ottawa, or the Ritz-Carlton, in Montreal. Another option not to be overlooked: the very chic Manoir Richelieu, in Charlevoix, with its breathtaking view of the Saint-Laurent and the surrounding mountains. Celebrating 125 years this year, the historic resort was built in the late 19th centurye century by the architect Edward Maxwell. It has around fifteen spacious conference rooms equipped with cutting-edge technological equipment, as well as a spectacular ballroom, crystal chandeliers included. The place is well equipped to host large-scale conferences, management committees or team building activities, all year round. Furthermore, business stays can also include meals, whether you prefer a coffee break, a lunch box or a three-course menu featuring regional products, to give just a few examples. In terms of accommodation and resort, the immense hotel has 405 luxurious rooms, a wellness center, a mini-golf course and a zip line, in addition to adjoining the Charlevoix Casino. In short, whatever the formula chosen, no one is likely to be bored! 181, rue Richelieu, La Malbaie
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