Hotel 71

While it isn’t dripping in first-class facilities, Hotel 71 has sophistication in spades, starting with its centuries-old, neo-classical structure that was the first headquarters of the Banque Nationale. This air of elegance is extended to the communal areas, including a lounge that begs for relaxation with coffee machines, fruit bowls and fresh lemonade; the same in each and every guestroom. Many of these look out over the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, tempting you to venture outside and uncover Québec’s many delights; why not borrow a couple of hotel bikes to explore on two wheels? You might like to keep fit in the gym, or request an in-room massage to wind down; the staff will be more than happy to arrange this for you. When it comes to dining, there’s no onsite restaurant as such, although you can tuck into continental breakfast served next door at Il Matto restaurant, offering bagels and fresh fruit, among other treats, to set you up for the day.