The Best Eco-Friendly Hotels in Québec City

Located in the heart of nature, about a 1.5-hour drive from Old Québec, Escale au Lac stands out for its complete energy self-sufficiency. Powered entirely by solar panels, this property offers an immersive stay that blends comfort, tranquillity, and environmental awareness. Its wood-heated thermal experience invites guests to relax deeply while respecting natural resources. Every detail is thoughtfully designed to minimize ecological impact and raise awareness about sustainable practices—without ever compromising guest comfort.

Founded in 1639, Monastère des Augustines was the first hospital in the Americas north of Mexico and is now a National Historic Site of Canada. The monastery is dedicated to preserving the tangible and intangible heritage of the Augustinian nuns and has long promoted wholesome, healthy living and sustainable development.

Eco-friendly measures such as the installation of a geothermal heating system and the commitment to offering affordable respite stays for caregivers, healthcare workers, and companions of patients clearly reflect the desire to uphold the highest standards of environmental and social responsibility across all areas of operation.

Known around the world for its stunning architecture, this iconic Old Québec hotel is also a local leader in eco-friendly hospitality. This sustainable luxury hotel became the first historic hotel in Canada to achieve carbon neutrality in 2020. Fairmont Le Château Frontenac also holds a Platinum Planet 21 rating from the Accor Group, despite the challenges of being located in a historic building. There are also 70,000 bees in the hotel’s rooftop hives that produce honey used in the kitchens.  

As the first hotel in the city to receive Biosphere certification, Hôtel Nomad puts reducing its environmental footprint at the heart of its mission. Since 2021, the hotel has been measuring and offsetting its greenhouse gas emissions and is powered entirely by renewable energy. Heating, lighting, and hot water are 100% electric, with no direct emissions. Its commitment is also reflected in everyday actions: elimination of single-use plastics, specialized recycling, water fountains, and the use of fully natural personal care products.

Located in the historic Old Port district, Hôtel Le Germain Québec combines contemporary elegance with environmental consciousness. The hotel uses geothermal heating and cooling systems, along with heat recovery, to reduce its energy footprint. Energy-efficient lighting further supports this sustainable approach. Committed to supporting local communities, the hotel prioritizes sourcing Québec-made products and services, strengthening the regional economy while also reducing the environmental impact of transportation.

Best Western Aristocrate follows an active reduce, reuse, and recycle policy: composting in food services, recycling of coffee pods and hygiene products, in-room dispensers to limit single-use containers, and recycling bins available in all areas. The hotel also prioritizes local purchasing and low-impact products. Staff awareness is a key focus, with mandatory training and a cross-departmental environmental committee ensuring that every action contributes to the ecological transition.

Entourage sur-le-Lac implements a wide range of concrete actions, including composting and recycling of residual materials, the use of biodegradable containers, and the installation of a compactor to reduce emissions related to waste management. The property also integrates responsible water management through retention basins and eliminates single-use bottles in guest rooms. In addition to prioritizing local hiring to limit commuting, the hotel is actively involved in its community through donations, scholarships, and partnerships with local organizations and businesses.