What is Lower Town like?

Lower Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Museum of Civilization and Port de Quebec as part of your Lower Town travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Lower Town?

Based on our traveller data, Hôtel Corbin is one of the top choices for your stay in Lower Town. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Château Frontenac, and it offers a full-service spa and free breakfast. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hotel Port Royal and Auberge Saint-Antoine .

How many hotels should I expect to find in Lower Town?

Expedia has 43 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Québec City area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lower Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Lower Town.

What can I see and do in this Québec City neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Museum of Civilization, Naval Museum of Quebec or Centre d'Interprétation de Place-Royale in Lower Town. Port de Quebec and Quebec Cruise Terminal are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lower Town include Espace 400e, Seminary of Quebec and Seminary Museum. Agora Port de Quebec and Parc de l'Unesco are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Québec City.

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Our top choices for Lower Town hotels

1. Hôtel Corbin

Lower Town

Andy

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel entrance with a snow-covered path, decorated with Christmas trees and garlands.

2. Hotel Port Royal

Lower Town

Shelley

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A hotel entrance with a green facade, a curved entrance, and flower boxes above the doors.

3. Hotel Le Priori

Lower Town

Marcy

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a brick wall with exposed beams.

4. Hôtel Le Saint-Paul

Lower Town

Scott

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a view of a historic building, and a palm plant.

5. Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Lower Town

Brett

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a gray sofa, and a window with sheer curtains.

6. Auberge Saint-Pierre

Lower Town

Loic

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A red brick building with a restaurant patio featuring outdoor seating and potted plants.

7. Hôtel des Coutellier

Lower Town

Graham

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A yellow building with a sign reading "LE VERAVIN."

8. Hotel Belley

Lower Town

Maria

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building with a black door and windows, a sign reading "LOFTS DE LA BARRICADE", and a parked car.

9. Les Lofts de la Barricade – Par Les Lofts Vieux-Québec

Lower Town

Shelley

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A historic building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "LA FIRME".

10. Les Lofts St-Pierre - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Lower Town

Philippe

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large bookshelf, and a comfortable seating area.

11. Hôtel Le Germain Québec

Lower Town

Allen

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A bedroom with a bed, a small table with a lamp, and a brick wall.

12. Les Lofts St-Paul - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Lower Town

Shakeel

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A multi-story hotel with illuminated balconies and a prominent entrance.

13. Auberge Saint-Antoine

Lower Town

Loic

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A stone-paved street lined with historic buildings, including a sign for 'Le Lofts Notre-Dame'.

14. Les Lofts Notre-Dame - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Lower Town

allison

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A cobblestone street with historic stone buildings, a church with a clock tower, and a bench with potted plants.

15. Les Lofts Champlain - By Les Lofts Vieux-Quebec

Lower Town

Yevgeny

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a prominent corner building and a well-lit street in the foreground.

16. Hotel Clarendon

Upper Town, 0.5 km from Lower Town

Gina

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A restaurant interior with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase leading to the kitchen, and a large plant on the right.

17. Hôtel Sainte-Anne

Upper Town, 0.4 km from Lower Town

Rob

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern interior with a glass staircase, wooden panel walls, and a large sculpture.

18. Hôtellerie d'Expérience au Monastère des Augustines

Upper Town, 0.6 km from Lower Town

James

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern interior with a dining area, a living space, and a decorative sculpture.

19. Hotel Du Vieux Quebec

Upper Town, 0.5 km from Lower Town

Steve

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

20. Hôtel Palace Royal Centre-Ville par JARO

Upper Town, 1 km from Lower Town

Junfeng

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Lower Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Auberge Saint-Antoine	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Hotel Le Priori	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,016 reviews	View
Hotel 71 by Preferred Hotels & Resorts	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,015 reviews	View
Auberge Saint-Pierre	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,021 reviews	View
Hôtel Le Germain Québec	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

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