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Motel le Vacancier

2.5 star property
Riverside relaxation awaits at this peaceful retreat where guests can enjoy on-site dining and try their hand at fishing along the tranquil water's edge

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Motel le Vacancier sits alongside a river, offering travelers a quiet escape with access to a private beach nearby. Visitors can spend afternoons fishing, relax on the sunny terrace, sample local dishes at the restaurant, and use WiFi from their rooms.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

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About the area

Located in Baie Sainte-Catherine, Motel le Vacancier is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Parc National du Fjord-du-Saguenay and Tadoussac Bay. Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and Marine Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Baie Sainte-Catherine travel guide
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Map
329 route 138, Baie Sainte-Catherine, QC, G0T 1A0

What's nearby

  • A large rock formation by a calm lake with a forested mountain in the background.
    Parc National du Fjord-du-Saguenay
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A wooden staircase leading to a rocky shoreline with a view of the ocean and distant mountains.
    Sentier de la Pointe-de-l'Islet
    24 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tadoussac Bay
    23 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Tadoussac Marina
    24 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
    167 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant Motel Chantmartin
    21 min drive
  • L'interMarché
    21 min drive
  • Café l'Abri Côtier
    21 min drive
  • Hotel Tadoussac
    22 min drive
  • Le Bateau
    21 min drive

About this property

Motel le Vacancier

  • Motel near Parc National du Fjord-du-Saguenay
  • Motel le Vacancier provides amenities, such as a terrace and a restaurant. This motel is a great place to bask in the sun with a nearby private beach and fishing. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Motel le Vacancier have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers
    • TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: CAD 8 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Fishing

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 floor

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: from approximately CAD 8 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel le Vacancier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Motel le Vacancier?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel le Vacancier?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Motel le Vacancier?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Motel le Vacancier located?

Situated in Baie Sainte-Catherine, this beach motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Saint Lawrence River and Parc National du Fjord-du-Saguenay. Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre and Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel le Vacancier Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gutes Motel, Ausgangspunkt für Whale-Watching

Super Location, wundervoller Ausblick auf die Bucht. Chalets gut ausgestattet, jedoch etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Frühstück auf Bestellung in Ordnung. Wlan in den Zimmern nicht oder fast nicht verfügbar, ausserhalb des Zimmers sehr gut.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff & beautiful views

Motel le Vacancier is a great place to stay to explore the Tadoussac area. The staff are friendly and the location provides uninterrupted views of Baie Saint-Catherine and private beach access just a short drive & ferry ride from Tadoussac. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The view of the St. Lawrence River. Outdated, but acceptable for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay on an amazingly beautiful beach. Wonderful staff and great room. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Maidelys

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view next to the river and very relaxing. Its a good option if you want to take the boat to see the whales early in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the St. Lawrence. Peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
forte odeur de tabac dans la chambre. Bungalow dans un état moyen. Décoration vieillotte.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons aimé l’accès au bord de l’ eau, à partir de la chambre... pour explorer avec les enfants! Le départ pour les baleines est à 2 min de la chambre, c’est moins achalandé qu’a Tadoussac... plus relaxe. On a bien dormi, les nuits sont fraîches! Petite épicerie (coop alimentaire) très près... plusieurs restaurants disponibles, celui du Vacancier est excellent! On a apprécié notre séjour en toute simplicité!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a clean basic motel perfect for a one night stay to go whale watching on the St Lawrence. The view of the river was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une vue arrière magnifique

Ce motel basique bénéficie sur l arrière d une vue somptueuse. Si vous êtes sur l avant attention enfer avec la route !!! Attention aussi pas clim. Le restau qui fait partie du complexe est très correct que ce soit Dîner ou petit dej
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un séjour rafraîchissant.

Très positif
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
no air conditionning in the room and the price for the restaurant was a bit high
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charmant mais isolé !

La chambre est dans un petit ensemble en bord de mer avec une très jolie vue. Elle mériterait un petit rafraîchissement. Peu de choses à faire dans le coin excepté la balade pour observer les baleines sur le St Laurent dont le départ est à 5 minutes. Pas beaucoup de restaurants non plus et celui de l’hotel avait une carte très restreinte lors de notre passage.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le lit très dure, trop dure. ...Le bruit des voisins
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très belle vue sur le fleuve, accès à la plage en contrebas. Chambre propre et non bruyante malgré la route qui passe à côté. Le petit déjeuner inclus aurait été apprécié vu le prix de la chambre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

vue Baie ste Catherine

Hotel un peu veillot mais une vue imprenable sur la Baie Ste catherine les pieds dans l'eau
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
la vue sur l eau et pouvoir aller marcher sur le bord de l eau . les escaliers pour descendre en bas un peu maganer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this location. Motel is outdated but clean. The view from the back of the motel is absolutely breathtaking. They have a fire pit and chairs for your viewing of the ocean around the back. They also have steps taking you down to the beach. The restaurant is located at the first building which serves great breakfast. The only downside is that there is no air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorer le bord de l'eau et les instalations exterieur sur le bord de l'eau. Les lits etaient bien. Le frigo pratique Pas de sechoir a cheveux. Pas d'air climatise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nettes kleines Hotel wo man abends nach am Wasser entspannen kann
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié l’endroit! Très bien situé, plage privé, et en plus, ils nous ont donnés un plus grand chalet pour avec nos enfants et avec une cuisinette. Le seul point négatif que j’ai a mentionner c'est que le plancher du chalet était considérablement croche. Mais rien de plus! Très bon service et personnel gentil!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
L’emplacement et la vue splendide! Le restaurant bien aussi . On a epicerie l’epicerie Pas loin .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

giuliana

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

mal servicio

llegamos 11 pm y no estaba abierta la recepción, despues de dar vueltas, tocar y preguntar una sra paso en bicicleta y conocia a la adm, ella nos ayudo para q nos indicaran donde estaban ñas llaves EN ningún momento indicaron q cerraban y podrian haber enviado msg , mail, etc. que hubiera sucedido sino teniamos la suerte de encontrar a la señora? Luego hablamos acordado q eran dos camas dobles lo q no cumplieron ademas de todo el malestar la srta de recepción fue totalmente descortes! tuvimos que hablar con otra sra que resulto mas amable, después de mucho hablar con ella nos dieron un desayuno
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
leider war das restaurant geschlossen
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room overlooked the waterfront. Very clean and friendly staff. Decorating is a bit dated but pleasant enough. Door locks are stiff and maybe should be updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019